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🍜 Trump called Elon for help..
In a twist that could only happen in 2023, Donald Trump says he spoke to Elon about...
Anthony Lessard
October 01, 2024
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The Noodle Network Tech and AI: Seasoned with a Dash of Humor
Tech Tidbits: FCC Probes Verizon’s Outage, Epic Games vs. Samsung & Google, eBay’s Courtroom Win, Google’s Ad Tech Showdown, SoftBank’s OpenAI Splash, SpaceX’s Rocket Fumble, and Trump’s Musk Internet Chat
October 1 , 2024
Hey there, Noodle Networkers! It's time to boot up and log in to today's digital diary. The tech world is buzzing with new developments, and we're here to decode these bytes for you. So, let's dive into the silicon soup of today’s tech tales!
The FCC has launched an investigation into Verizon’s recent mobile network outage, which left thousands of users in the US stranded without service. It seems Verizon’s customers were left doing their best impression of early 2000s dial-up connections, frantically waving their phones around trying to find even a bar of signal. Now the FCC is stepping in, and Verizon might need to get its connection issues sorted before the FCC pulls out its metaphorical "Can you hear me now?" line.
Epic Games is back in court, accusing Samsung and Google of teaming up to block rival app stores. It’s as though the video game developer has decided that suing just one tech giant wasn’t enough—why not throw two into the ring? Epic’s claims read like the plot of a legal action-adventure, where app store monopolies are the ultimate bosses. Samsung and Google, meanwhile, are preparing their defenses like they’re getting ready for the final level of litigation.
eBay has managed to win the dismissal of a US lawsuit over the sale of harmful products. In what’s being viewed as a courtroom equivalent of finding a rare Pokémon, eBay dodged the legal bullet. The platform can now breathe easy, at least until someone tries to sell another dubious item. Meanwhile, eBay sellers are likely celebrating by listing even more things you didn’t know you needed (or didn’t need at all).
Google’s ad tech trial is under scrutiny, but win or lose, industry experts are saying it won’t be a death blow. Whether the search giant emerges victorious or takes a hit, it’s more of a dramatic battle scene than a final curtain call. Google might have to tweak a few algorithms and pay a fine or two, but don’t expect this to be the last you hear about ad tech drama. The saga will likely continue, with cookies and tracking pixels as the plot points.
SoftBank is reportedly pouring $500 million into OpenAI, further boosting the company’s AI dreams. Looks like SoftBank is betting big on the future of AI—and possibly hoping OpenAI will invent a bot that can write better press releases. With this kind of investment, SoftBank is clearly doubling down on the belief that artificial intelligence is the next big thing, or at least the next thing with a hefty profit margin.
The US FAA has grounded SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket following a second-stage malfunction, putting a temporary halt on Elon Musk’s space race. Instead of heading to the stars, the Falcon 9 will have to wait for a little Earthly maintenance. SpaceX will no doubt bounce back, but for now, Musk might be tweeting less about Mars and more about “ground control to Major Elon.”
In a twist that could only happen in 2023, Donald Trump says he spoke to Elon Musk about getting internet to areas hit by a hurricane. It’s an unlikely tech support call, with Trump brainstorming ways to use Musk’s Starlink to bring online connections to those in need. Whether this duo can provide the ultimate disaster-relief Wi-Fi solution remains to be seen, but it sounds like Musk might need a hotline for more than just space-related emergencies.
Stay tuned to The Noodle Network for more insights into the fascinating world of tech and AI, where we bring you the latest developments with our signature blend of humor and expertise. 🍜💾🤖
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