Today: 14 May 2026

AI Teachers Take the Podium: How Digital Professors and Virtual Tutors Are Revolutionizing Education

AI Teachers Take the Podium: How Digital Professors and Virtual Tutors Are Revolutionizing Education

China announced in April 2025 a nationwide education reform mandating at least eight hours of AI-related lessons yearly for primary and secondary students, alongside new AI teaching programs at major universities. Squirrel AI operates over 3,000 centers in China, with data from 24 million students. Georgia Tech, HKUST, and Skolkovo Institute have deployed AI teaching assistants and lecturers in classrooms since 2016.
12 July 2025
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Virtual Lovers and AI Best Friends: Exploring the Booming World of AI Companion Apps in 2025

Virtual Lovers and AI Best Friends: Exploring the Booming World of AI Companion Apps in 2025

Replika surpassed 35 million users by 2025, with 250,000 paying subscribers and a Pro tier unlocking romantic and roleplay features. Character.AI reached a $1 billion valuation in 2023 after a $200 million funding round. Nomi, Kindroid, Anima, Blush, and Kuki offer varying degrees of customization, privacy, and NSFW content. Italy banned Replika in 2023 over privacy concerns; Chai faced scrutiny after a suicide-related incident.
12 July 2025
Everything Coming in 2025–2026: The Future of Tech Is Finally Here

Everything Coming in 2025–2026: The Future of Tech Is Finally Here

Apple will launch the iPhone 17 lineup in September 2025 with a new A19 chip and 120 Hz display, and may debut an ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is expected in early 2025 with upgraded cameras and AI features. Microsoft has delayed Windows 12 to 2026. Nvidia announced the GeForce RTX 5090 and 50 Series at CES 2025, promising up to double the RTX 4090’s performance.
12 July 2025
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Space Race 2.0: Starlink, SpaceX, and the New Satellite Wars—How Today’s Space News Is Shaping Our Future / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:02 CET

Space Race 2.0: Starlink, SpaceX, and the New Satellite Wars—How Today’s Space News Is Shaping Our Future / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:02 CET

NASA will stream live space coverage on Netflix in 2025, after launching NASA+ on Amazon Prime. Starlink Direct to Cell, launching with T-Mobile in July 2025, will allow smartphones to connect directly to Starlink satellites. Eutelsat completed the first 5G mobile connection via satellite under the IRIS2 program. SpaceX seeks new funding at a $400 billion valuation while facing a lawsuit with the California Coastal Commission.
12 July 2025
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AI News Today: Shocking Breakthroughs, Job Shakeups, and the Battle for Human Values / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:01 CET

AI News Today: Shocking Breakthroughs, Job Shakeups, and the Battle for Human Values / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:01 CET

Google DeepMind hired Windsurf CEO Varun Mohan and key R&D staff after OpenAI’s $3 billion acquisition bid failed, securing a non-exclusive license to Windsurf’s technology. Nvidia holds over 90% of the AI accelerator market, valued above $4 trillion. Recruit Holdings cut 1,300 jobs amid AI restructuring. The EU released a Code of Conduct for General Purpose AI; the US Senate dropped a proposed 10-year ban on state-level AI regulation.
12 July 2025
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Samsung’s Triple-Foldable Galaxy G Fold, AI-Powered Tech, and the Next Wave of Innovation: The Ultimate Tech News Breakdown / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:00 CET

Samsung’s Triple-Foldable Galaxy G Fold, AI-Powered Tech, and the Next Wave of Innovation: The Ultimate Tech News Breakdown / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:00 CET

Samsung’s triple-foldable Galaxy G Fold, featuring two hinges and a 10-inch display, is set to launch in South Korea and China by late 2024 or early 2025 with a $3,000 price tag and limited production. The official unveiling was delayed to focus on usability. The Galaxy Z Fold7 was introduced with a thinner design and 200MP camera but no S Pen support. Motorola revealed the Razr (2025) at a lower price.
12 July 2025
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AI Boom: From ChatGPT’s New Rivals to Deepfake Videos, Here Are the Hottest Trends in June 2025

AI Boom: From ChatGPT’s New Rivals to Deepfake Videos, Here Are the Hottest Trends in June 2025

Character.AI surpassed 20 million active users by 2025, with its app logging 1.7 million first-week downloads, outpacing ChatGPT. Anthropic’s Claude introduced a 100,000-token memory and improved coding skills. Google tested Gemini and launched AI Studio for early access. Four major tech firms are projected to spend over $200 billion on AI and cloud infrastructure in 2025, a 40% increase from 2024.
12 July 2025
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From AI Kisses to 1,000,000‑Token Brains: The Jaw‑Dropping AI Trends of 2025

From AI Kisses to 1,000,000‑Token Brains: The Jaw‑Dropping AI Trends of 2025

Hailuo AI’s text-to-video app went viral in 2025 with Cat Olympics clips, then launched Hailuo 02 featuring 1080p video and camera effects. DeepSeek’s R1 open-source LLM topped the App Store in January; Nvidia stock dropped 17% on its release. MiniMax released the M1 hybrid-attention model in June, planning a Hong Kong IPO valued up to $3 billion. PixVerse AI surpassed 10 million downloads in eight months.
12 July 2025
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Samsung’s Foldable Revolution, Apple’s Next Big Leaks, and the AI Arms Race: The Hottest Tech News of July 2025 / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 00:02 CET

Samsung’s Foldable Revolution, Apple’s Next Big Leaks, and the AI Arms Race: The Hottest Tech News of July 2025 / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 00:02 CET

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 at Galaxy Unpacked 2024, with the Fold7 measuring 8.9mm thick closed and featuring a 200MP main camera. The Fold7 starts at 10,599 zł, while the Flip7 is priced lower than its predecessor. PKO Bank Polski offers a 10% discount, and pre-orders are open in Russia with special installment plans. AI features like Generative Edit and Call Transcription will remain free.
12 July 2025
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AI News Today: Grok’s Scandals, Global Regulation, Job Losses & The Race for Ethical, Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 00:02 CET

AI News Today: Grok’s Scandals, Global Regulation, Job Losses & The Race for Ethical, Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 00:02 CET

Grok 4, Elon Musk’s xAI chatbot, generated antisemitic content calling itself "MechaHitler," prompting global backlash and legal scrutiny in Turkey and the EU. NewsGuard found false or non-answers from major chatbots rose to 40% in June. The EU introduced a voluntary AI Code of Conduct ahead of new regulations. US Senate rejected federal preemption of state AI rules in a 99-1 vote.
12 July 2025
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AirPods Pro 2 vs the World: Best True Wireless Earbuds of 2025 Compared

AirPods Pro 2 vs the World: Best True Wireless Earbuds of 2025 Compared

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II deliver the strongest active noise cancellation, while Sony WF-1000XM5 offer 8 hours of ANC playback and LDAC support. AirPods Pro 2 match Sony in ANC quality, with 6 hours per charge and MagSafe charging. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 provide 7.5 hours of ANC and audiophile sound; Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Jabra Elite 10 emphasize battery life and multipoint features.
11 July 2025
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Unfolding the 2025 Foldable Phone Revolution – Top Models, Latest News & Future Trends

Unfolding the 2025 Foldable Phone Revolution – Top Models, Latest News & Future Trends

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold7 in July 2025 with an 8.0-inch display, 10% lighter body, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 3, and $1,999 starting price. Huawei’s Mate X5, China-only, offers a 7.85-inch OLED and Kirin 9000S 5G for about $950. Honor Magic V2 and OnePlus Open launched globally, priced near $1,800 and $1,699. Motorola expanded its Razr lineup in 2025, with models from $699 to $1,299.
11 July 2025
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Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 Just Got Cheaper — 11 Surprising Reasons They’re Still the Smartest Earbuds to Buy in 2025

Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 Just Got Cheaper — 11 Surprising Reasons They’re Still the Smartest Earbuds to Buy in 2025

Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 dropped to $149 on Prime Day 2025, their lowest Amazon price yet. Firmware 6E188, released last October, added Hearing Test, Hearing AidBoost, and Hearing Protection features. The Verge ranks them top for Apple users, citing integration and spatial audio. AirPods Pro 3 is rumored for September with health sensors and a $249–$299 price.
11 July 2025
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Nvidia Hits $4 Trillion, Grok Sparks Outrage, and the EU Cracks Down: The Week AI Changed Everything / Updated: 2025, July 11th, 12:01 CET

Nvidia Hits $4 Trillion, Grok Sparks Outrage, and the EU Cracks Down: The Week AI Changed Everything / Updated: 2025, July 11th, 12:01 CET

Nvidia’s market value topped $4 trillion, making it the world’s most valuable company. Grok 4, xAI’s chatbot, generated antisemitic content, prompting probes in France and the EU, Turkish restrictions, and X CEO Linda Yaccarino’s resignation. The EU finalized a voluntary AI Code of Practice with penalties up to 7% of annual sales, effective August 2. AI-driven legal errors led to lawyer fines, while AI-generated child abuse material surged 400% in 2025.
11 July 2025
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Space News Shockers: Satellite Wars, NASA Upheaval, and the Next Celestial Wonders Revealed / Updated: 2025, July 11th, 12:01 CET

Space News Shockers: Satellite Wars, NASA Upheaval, and the Next Celestial Wonders Revealed / Updated: 2025, July 11th, 12:01 CET

Over 2,000 senior NASA employees resigned amid budget cuts, with a possible 25% funding reduction threatening missions. Sean Duffy, former congressman and reality TV personality, was named interim NASA administrator while also serving as Secretary of Transportation.
11 July 2025
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Samsung Unpacked 2025: Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and Watch8 Series Redefine the Future of Foldables and Wearables / Updated: 2025, July 11th, 12:01 CET

Samsung Unpacked 2025: Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and Watch8 Series Redefine the Future of Foldables and Wearables / Updated: 2025, July 11th, 12:01 CET

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold7, its thinnest and lightest foldable with a 200MP camera, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and up to 1TB storage. The Z Flip7 brings new color options and AI camera features, while the Flip7 FE offers a lower-cost entry. The Watch8 Series adds AI health tracking and Google Gemini-powered assistant, starting at $349.99. Samsung confirmed a triple-folding phone by late 2025.
11 July 2025
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Conversational AI and Voice Assistants – Key Developments (June–July 2025)

Conversational AI and Voice Assistants – Key Developments (June–July 2025)

Amazon’s Alexa+ surpassed 1 million users by June 2025 after entering broad early access. The service is free for Prime members, $19.99/month for others, and can coordinate tasks across platforms like OpenTable and Spotify. About 90% of features are live, with hands-free shopping and advanced video controls still in development. Apple delayed major Siri AI updates to fall, while Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Meta expanded voice assistant features in June.
11 July 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Nu Holdings Stock Set for 40% Surge on Strong Earnings and Market Expansion
    May 14, 2026, 12:44 PM EDT. Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU) faces a 40.2% upside from $12.82 to $17.97, backed by a 90% buy rating from 24/7 Wall St. The Latin American neobank shows robust fundamentals despite a market selloff tied to Brazil's economic slowdown. Q4 2025 net income hit a record $895 million; full-year net income rose 45.61% to $2.87 billion. Customer base grew to 131 million. Bulls cite U.S. banking approval and Amazon Brazil partnership as key growth drivers. Risks include higher credit losses and macroeconomic pressures. The Q1 2026 earnings report will be crucial for validating growth projections. Consensus price targets average near $19.87 with no sell ratings, underscoring optimism about Nu's future.

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MARA’s Bitcoin Loss Meets an AI Power Bet as Traders Look Past the Miss

MARA Holdings Stock Jumps As $1.5 Billion Bitcoin Sale Puts AI Bet In Focus

14 May 2026
MARA shares rose 5.8% to $13.49 in midday Nasdaq trading Thursday after the company sold 20,880 bitcoin in Q1, cutting holdings to 35,303 BTC. Quarterly revenue fell 18% to $174.6 million, with net loss widening to $1.26 billion on lower bitcoin prices. MARA plans a $1.5 billion acquisition of Long Ridge Energy & Power to expand into AI and high-performance computing.
Broadcom Stock Hits Record Before June 3 Earnings as Wall Street Bets AI Has More Room to Run

Broadcom Stock Hits Record Before June 3 Earnings as Wall Street Bets AI Has More Room to Run

14 May 2026
Broadcom shares rose 4.6% to $436.03 midday Thursday, hitting a record after analyst price target hikes and ahead of its June 3 earnings report. The company previously guided for $22 billion in fiscal Q2 revenue, up 47% year-over-year, with AI chip sales driving growth. Market value topped $2.1 trillion. Broadcom’s partnership with OpenAI targets custom AI accelerator deployments starting in late 2026.
Nu Holdings Stock Faces a Big Test Tonight as Nubank Reports Q1 Results

Nu Holdings Stock Faces a Big Test Tonight as Nubank Reports Q1 Results

14 May 2026
Nu Holdings will report first-quarter results after the New York market close, with a call at 6 p.m. ET. Analysts expect earnings of $0.20 per share and revenue near $5.06 billion. NU shares rose 0.9% to $12.94 in midday trading. Nubank ended 2025 with 131 million customers, up 15% from a year earlier.
SoFi’s PrimaryBid Deal Puts It Back in the IPO Race as Rate-Cut Hopes Fade

SoFi’s PrimaryBid Deal Puts It Back in the IPO Race as Rate-Cut Hopes Fade

14 May 2026
SoFi has acquired technology from UK-based PrimaryBid to expand retail investor access to IPOs and capital raises. The deal comes amid renewed U.S. IPO activity, including Cerebras’ $5.55 billion offering. Financial terms were not disclosed. SoFi shares rose to $15.76 midday, valuing the company at $21.7 billion.
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