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🍜 NVDIA overtakes Apple..
Nvidia has overtaken Apple to become the No. 2 most valuable company...
Anthony Lessard
June 06, 2024
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The Noodle Network Tech and AI: Seasoned with a Dash of Humor
June 6, 2024
Tech Tidbits: Nvidia’s New Throne, Fictional News, Binance's Big Slash, Net Neutrality Naysayers, Ether ETF Speed Race, Amazon's Robo Taxis, UK’s AI Rules Pause, Trump’s TikTok Tango, Saudi’s Digital Currency Play, Toyota’s Alabama Expansion, and Health Center Hack Havoc
This week’s tech news is bursting with drama, intrigue, and a splash of humor. From Nvidia’s rise to the top and news apps writing fiction to Binance’s lawsuit cut, telecoms’ net neutrality blockade, SEC’s ETF hurry-up, Amazon's robo taxi rollout, UK's AI regulation pause, Trump’s TikTok moves, Saudi Arabia’s digital currency play, Toyota’s Alabama boost, and health center hack havoc, here’s a light-hearted take on these tech tales.
Nvidia has overtaken Apple to become the No. 2 most valuable company. It's like seeing the underdog win the championship game, with GPUs instead of touchdowns. With a stock market value hitting $3 trillion for the first time, Nvidia is proving that gaming and AI are not just fun—they're financially fabulous. Meanwhile, Apple is probably polishing its apples and plotting a comeback.
The most downloaded US news app has Chinese roots and is known for writing fiction using AI. It's like reading the news in an alternate universe where facts take a backseat to creativity. Forget "fake news"—this app takes it to a whole new level with stories that could make even the wildest sci-fi writers blush. Next time you see a headline that seems too good (or weird) to be true, check if it’s courtesy of this imaginative app.
Crypto exchange Binance is looking to slash the size of its $13 billion UK lawsuit. It's like trying to fit into last year's skinny jeans after a holiday feast. Binance wants to cut down the legal bloat, hoping a slimmer lawsuit will be easier to handle and less of a headache. It’s a bold move, but will it be enough to get them out of hot water? Time will tell.
Telecoms are seeking to block the US reinstatement of net neutrality rules. It’s like trying to bring back disco, only to have the DJs protest. The battle over net neutrality is like a never-ending tug of war, with telecoms determined to keep the internet a wild west of speeds and fees. Net neutrality advocates, on the other hand, just want everyone to play nice and share the bandwidth.
The timing for US ether ETF launches depends on how fast issuers can move, according to the SEC chair. It’s a race against the clock, with financial wizards trying to conjure up their products faster than you can say "blockchain." The SEC’s message is clear: speed up or miss out on the next big crypto wave. Will they zoom past the finish line or crash and burn? Place your bets.
Amazon's robotaxi unit Zoox is set to begin testing in Austin and Miami. It’s like The Jetsons meets Miami Vice. These self-driving cars are ready to hit the streets, promising a future where taxis don’t need tips and never complain about the traffic. Let's just hope they don’t decide to take a detour to the beach.
The UK financial watchdog has announced that detailed AI rules are not on the cards for now. It's like planning a party and deciding to hold off on the guest list. For now, the AI industry can breathe a little easier, knowing they won’t be buried under a mountain of regulations—at least not yet.
Trump is making a move to court young male voters with a new TikTok gambit. It’s like watching your grandpa try to floss—cringe-worthy but entertaining. The former president is hoping to tap into the TikTok crowd, proving that even political strategies need a viral dance move. Will this TikTok tango win him new followers or just a lot of confused comments? Stay tuned.
Saudi Arabia has joined a central bank digital currency project led by BIS and China. It’s like joining an exclusive club where the membership card is digital. This move puts Saudi Arabia at the forefront of digital finance, ready to embrace a future where money is just data on a screen. Time to dust off your digital wallets.
Toyota is set to expand production in Alabama with a $282 million investment. It’s like putting a turbocharger on an already powerful engine. This expansion will boost production and create more jobs, proving that Alabama is not just about sweet tea and college football—it’s a car manufacturing powerhouse.
Community health centers are still bogged down by red tape after a UnitedHealth hack. It’s like trying to run a marathon with your shoelaces tied together. The hack has left health centers scrambling to untangle the bureaucratic mess, all while trying to provide care. Let’s hope they find a way to cut through the red tape before they’re all tied up in knots.
In the ever-entertaining world of tech, every week brings new dramas, innovations, and a fair share of laughs. From Nvidia’s new throne and fictional news apps to Binance’s legal trim and Trump’s TikTok tango, the industry never fails to surprise. And a bit of humor is just what we need to navigate these twists and turns. 🍜💾🤖
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