The cost of Google AI Plus has dropped to $4. 99, while storage capacity has increased to 400 GB. The package includes video generation and an AI assistant for research.
Microsoft presented Surface computers with Nvidia chips and Project Solara devices. The new gadgets utilize AI agents instead of conventional programs.
The startup Bot Company has been sued for damaging a residence in San Francisco during robot tests. The owner is seeking $12,000 for ruined appliances.
The US may restrict international flights at major airports due to a conflict over migration. Airlines are warning of chaos in logistics chains.
Germany will mass-deploy autonomous buses in 10 years due to labor shortages. Starting in 2029, 100 such self-driving vehicles will be launched in the Rhein-Erft district.
The suspect in the attack on Sam Altman's home has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder. The defense claims a mental health crisis for the man, who faces a prison sentence.
The CEO of OpenAI posted a family photo after an attack on his San Francisco home. The assailant set fire to the gate, and the suspect has already been apprehended.
In San Francisco, a 20-year-old man threw an incendiary device at Sam Altman's home. The assailant also threatened the company's office and has since been arrested.
The Trump administration is requesting funds to restore Alcatraz for the most dangerous criminals. San Francisco authorities oppose it due to lack of infrastructure.
A judge suspended the Pentagon's decision to sever ties with Claude's creator. The ban was called an illegal retaliation for Anthropic's refusal to engage in military AI.
A jury in San Francisco found that Elon Musk intentionally lowered the value of Twitter shares through his tweets. Investors will receive thousands of dollars in compensation.
Actor Eric Dane, known for his roles in the series "Euphoria" and "Grey's Anatomy," has died at the age of 53 after a battle with ALS. His family announced his death on Thursday, stating that the actor spent his last days surrounded by loved ones.
California is experiencing a powerful winter storm with thunderstorms, hurricane-force winds, and extreme precipitation, causing transportation collapse and the threat of landslides. Los Angeles authorities have declared maximum readiness and are calling for evacuation in at-risk areas.
OpenAI is considering investing in pharmaceutical companies that use its AI for drug discovery, in exchange for royalties. This would cover the costs of computing power and provide a share of future discoveries.
A group of plaintiffs has filed a lawsuit in a US court against Meta Platforms, accusing the company of making false statements regarding the privacy and security of messages on WhatsApp. The plaintiffs claim that Meta has access to users' "private" messages.
Elon Musk has once again floated the idea of buying Ryanair after a dispute with its CEO, Michael O'Leary. The billionaire conducted a poll on X regarding the acquisition of the company, which has a market value of approximately 30 billion euros.
Nvidia has unveiled its Alpamayo technology for self-driving cars, which will provide "logic" in autonomous vehicles. The company is collaborating with Mercedes to create a self-driving car that will appear in the US in the coming months.
Northern California faced massive flooding due to heavy rains and the strongest tides in two decades. The elements paralyzed traffic, flooded residential areas, and caused people to be evacuated from their cars.
Victoria Kafka Jones, daughter of Hollywood star Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in the Fairmont San Francisco hotel on New Year's Day. The 34-year-old actress, known for her roles in "Men in Black II" and "The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada," died of unknown causes.
A massive power outage left 130,000 homes and businesses in San Francisco (California, USA) without electricity. This led to the closure of restaurants, shops, and significant disruptions to transport links.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomes the decision of the San Francisco International Wine Competition to disqualify 15 Russian wineries from the 2025 competition. Their wines will be disposed of due to violations of US sanctions legislation imposed in response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
China's National Health Commission announced that starting in 2026, it will cover all childbirth-related expenses, including prenatal check-ups. This decision is part of Beijing's efforts to stimulate the birth rate and address the demographic crisis.
A San Francisco resident gave birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi while en route to a medical center. Mother and baby arrived at the hospital safely and are doing well.
Car and battery manufacturer BYD is completing a 130 square kilometer plant in Zhengzhou, China, which will become the world's largest complex for the production of electric vehicles and batteries. It will produce up to one million electric cars annually.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was served with a legal document during a public event in San Francisco. The subpoena is related to a lawsuit against Altman by the Stop AI group.
Flights are massively delayed at US airports due to a shortage of air traffic controllers, who have been working without pay for the second month. In total, more than 4,000 flights have been delayed and more than 500 canceled.
On October 18, millions of people across the United States will demonstrate under the slogan "No Kings. " In the House of Representatives, Republican leaders stated that this is a "demonstration against the USA." There are also comments that the rallies are intended to distract from the shutdown of Congress.
Two San Francisco families have filed a lawsuit against Tesla, alleging that faulty Cybertruck door handles trapped three students in a burning car after an accident. This led to their deaths from smoke and burns.
FIFA reminded Donald Trump that it would be the one to decide on the relocation of the 2026 World Cup matches. FIFA Vice-President Victor Montagliani emphasized that football is more important than any world leaders.
The Korean restaurant Atomix in New York took first place in the first rating of "The 50 Best Restaurants in North America", compiled based on the votes of 300 food industry experts. The 12-course tasting menu at Atomix costs $450 per person.
