Top headlines of the week by GGD News
Twitter is Now X
Elon Musk and his team have officially rebranded Twitter. The iconic blue bird was ditched in favor of a minimal ‘X’ logo in black and white. The design can already be seen on the social media app and the company’s headquarters in San Francisco.
Apple Vision Pro is Almost Here
Apple Vision Pro officially released its Developer Kit today. The AR/VR headset is considered Apple’s very first foray into “spatial computing.” Users will be able to function in digital and mixed reality with just hand and eye gestures. No buttons, keyboards or heavy hardware. The goal is to create an immersive digital experience.
Lab-Grown Chicken Gets USDA Approval
Photo Credit: Upside Foods x GGD News The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially approved lab-grown or “cell-cultivated” meat as safe. UPSIDE Foods and […]
Jay-Z’s New AI Investment
Marcy Venture Partners, the investment firm backed by Jay-Z has led a $16.5 million funding round into Stellar Pizza. The L.A. based food truck company uses robotic technology to make pizza. A single pie can be cooked within five minutes.
What Exactly is Google Bard?
With all the hype over ChatGPT, it seemed like Alphabet was getting nervous, so voilà! Google Bard was rolled out. Bard is an AI chat service that pulls info directly from the web.
Is Blockbuster Coming Back?
It has been over 10 years since Blockbuster was fully operational, with multiple locations around the world. But recently, Blockbuster’s website was reactivated. On the website, “We are working on rewinding your movie.” appears.
HSBC Buys Silicon Valley Bank UK for £1
In a rescue deal, HSBC bought the UK branch of Silicon Valley Bank for a little over $1. The private sale was made on Sunday night, and overseen by the Bank of England. An estimated $7 billion worth of company deposits were saved. Many of Britain’s startups, venture capital funds, and tech companies are protected and can now make payroll.
Unsold: Adidas Stuck with $1.3 Billion Yeezy Inventory
After Adidas and Kanye West discontinued their partnership, the sportswear giant was left with a mountain of unsold Yeezy sneakers. Options to deal with their $1.3 billion inventory are limited.
Chris Rock Debuts Netflix’s Very First Live-Streamed Event
Over the weekend, Chris Rock became the first entertainer to stream a live global event on Netflix. And yes, he addressed “The Slap.” In addition to Chris Rock: Selective Outrage, live pre-show and post-show events were arranged, featuring comedians and celebrities like Leslie Jones, Arsenio Hall, Sir Paul McCartney, Amy Schumer, Jerry Seinfeld, and more.
Saudi Arabia is Finally Letting Women Drive
In Saudi Arabia, driving as a woman is no longer a crime. This week, the kingdom officially began issuing driver’s licenses to 10 women. Prior to lifting the ban, Saudi Arabia was the only country in the world where women did not have the right to drive.