Discord leadership shakeup fuels executive transition
April 23, 2025, 1:20 pm
In a major internal shakeup, Discord’s co-founder Jason Citron is stepping down as CEO after 13 years, making way for former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini. This leadership change marks a pivotal moment for the platform as it navigates the heightened expectations of its evolving digital landscape.
cnbc.com / Discord names new CEO ahead of potential IPO as co-founder steps down
techcrunch.com / Discord appoints former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini as CEO
theverge.com / Discord co-founder and CEO Jason Citron is stepping down
venturebeat.com / Why Discord founder Jason Citron is stepping down from CEO job | exclusive interview
permalink / 4 stories from 4 sources in 1 hour ago #gaming #leadership #social-media #ipo #startup +
Intel boosts Arrow Lake CPU performance with free overclocking upgrade
April 23, 2025, 12:20 pm
Intel is offering users a free performance boost for its Arrow Lake CPUs through a BIOS update dubbed “Intel 200S Boost.” Compatible systems using unlocked processors and Z890 motherboards can expect roughly 7.5% extra gaming oomph, underscoring Intel’s commitment to squeezing extra juice from its silicon.
techspot.com / Intel's overclocking tool offers 7.5% performance gains without voiding warranty
theverge.com / Intel is boosting the performance of its Arrow Lake CPUs for free
permalink / 2 stories from 2 sources in 2 hours ago #gaming #technology #pc #cpus #intel +
Google Gemini court reveal shows explosive user growth
April 23, 2025, 11:20 am
In a courtroom disclosure amid antitrust inquiries, internal data revealed that Google’s AI chatbot Gemini now boasts 350 million monthly active users. The revelation underscores the rapid adoption of Google’s AI offerings and intensifies the scrutiny over its market power.
arstechnica.com / Google reveals sky-high Gemini usage numbers in antitrust case
techcrunch.com / Google Gemini has 350M monthly users, reveals court hearing
theinformation.com / Google’s Gemini User Numbers Revealed in Court - The Information
permalink / 3 stories from 3 sources in 3 hours ago #google #genai #ai #alphabet #antitrust +
Threads ads rollout on Meta’s Threads platform
April 23, 2025, 11:20 am
Meta has expanded its advertising program on Threads, opening the platform to all eligible global advertisers. The rollout follows initial tests and promises to offer enhanced targeting and monetization options across the growing social network, ensuring brands have a broader reach to its millions of users.
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cnbc.com / Meta makes ads on Threads available to all eligible advertisers
techcrunch.com / Meta’s Threads opens up ads to global advertisers
theverge.com / Threads adds more ads
permalink / 5 stories from 4 sources in 3 hours ago #meta #apps-software #instagram #social-media #advertising +
YouTube Celebrates Two Decades of Digital Evolution
April 23, 2025, 9:20 am
YouTube marks its 20th anniversary by reflecting on its humble beginnings with its very first video and the growth into a media powerhouse. The milestone is celebrated with nostalgic nods and looks at its transformative journey over the past two decades.
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cnbc.com / YouTube turns 20 and is on track to be the biggest media company by revenue
cnet.com / YouTube's First Video Is 20 Years Old: How Things Have Changed
theverge.com / 20 years ago, the first videos uploaded to YouTube were short and sweet
permalink / 5 stories from 5 sources in 5 hours ago #youtube #social-media #video #platform #creators +
Trump Softens Tariff Threats, Eases Fed Chair Firing Rumors
April 23, 2025, 8:20 am
President Trump shifted gears by suggesting potential tariff cuts on Chinese imports while backing off his earlier, more bombastic rhetoric about firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The relaxed tone helped calm jittery markets, as futures rallied and gold slipped, defusing fears of erratic policy moves.
arstechnica.com / Trump is “desperate” to make a deal—China isn’t, analysts say
zerohedge.com / US International Trade Court Denies Companies' Bid To Block Trump's Tariffs
tomshardware.com / Top PC OEMs reportedly planning Saudi Arabia plants to avoid US tariffs — Lenovo, HP, Dell exploring options as panic continues
zerohedge.com / "West Coast On Tipping Point": Los Angeles Port Set For Steep Drop In Traffic
zerohedge.com / If You Believe The Trump Pivot Story, "Clearly You Enjoy Fairy Tales"
tomshardware.com / Custom keyboard maker stopping US sales entirely due to tariffs — Keyboardio cites tariffs, axed de minimis rule
zerohedge.com / Reuters Pours Cold Water On WSJ Tariff Report, Says Any De-Escalation Steps Would Not Be Unilateral
gizmodo.com / Anker USB-C Charger Is Still at Its Record-Low Price, Secure Yours Before Tariff Hikes Hit
cnbc.com / Tesla stock pops after Trump comments on China tariffs and Powell, despite weak earnings
zerohedge.com / Watch Live: Bessent Discuses Tariffs, Global Financial System
techinasia.com / Trump suggests he may reduce tariffs on China
zerohedge.com / Futures Surge After Trump Tones Down Rhetoric On China, Powell
reuters.com/business / Gold slips as Trump backs off threats to fire Fed chair, lifts tariff hopes - Reuters
permalink / 13 stories from 7 sources in 6 hours ago #tariffs #politics #stockmarket #finance #fed +
EU Slaps Hefty Digital Markets Fines on Apple and Meta
April 23, 2025, 6:20 am
EU regulators have stepped in with a barrage of multimillion‐dollar fines against Apple and Meta for breaching digital competition rules. The agencies took action over restrictive App Store practices and questionable ad models, proving that even tech giants aren’t above a bit of bureaucratic slapstick.
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arstechnica.com / Apple and Meta furious at EU over fines totaling €700 million
theregister.com / Europe hits Meta, Apple with €700M in fines for flouting DMA
techcrunch.com / EU fines Apple, Meta millions for breaching tech competition rules
techspot.com / Apple and Meta hit with combined $797 million fine for violating EU's DMA antitrust rules
bgr.com / Apple fined $570 million for breaching Europe’s Digital Markets Act
reuters.com/business / Meta, Apple fined 700 million euros for violating EU antitrust rules - Reuters
cnet.com / Apple and Meta Hit With EU Fines, Ordered to Improve Consumer Choice
therecord.media / EU fines Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for breaking digital market rules
zerohedge.com / EU Hits Apple, Meta With €700 Million Fines For Violating Digital Markets Act
theverge.com / The EU isn’t happy with Apple’s tax on alternative app stores
androidheadlines.com / EU Slaps Apple and Meta With Massive Fines Over Business Practices
theverge.com / Apple and Meta hit with the EU’s first DMA antitrust fines
cnbc.com / Apple fined $571 million and Meta $228 million for breaching European Union antitrust rules
theinformation.com / EU Fines Apple and Meta for Breaching Digital Competition Law - The Information
winbuzzer.com / EU Hits Apple and Meta with First Fines Under Digital Markets Act
appleinsider.com / EU cuts Apple anti-competition fine to $570 million to avoid Trump retaliation
macrumors.com / Apple Hit With €500M Fine as EU Enforces Digital Markets Act
politico.eu / EU fines Apple €500M and Meta €200M
yahoo.com / Apple and Meta fined millions for breaching EU law
reuters.com/business / Apple fined $570 million and Meta $228 million for breaching EU law - Reuters
wsj.com / Apple, Meta Fined by EU, Ordered to Comply With Tech Competition Rules
bloomberg.com/technology / Apple, Meta Hit by €700 Million in EU Fines After Trump Threats - Bloomberg.com
permalink / 30 stories from 21 sources in 8 hours ago #techpolicy #meta #apple #antitrust #technology +
Tesla Optimus Production Stumbles Amid Chinese Export Curbs
April 23, 2025, 2:20 am
Tesla's humanoid robot production faces significant delays as China's export restrictions on rare earth elements impact the rollout of Optimus models. Elon Musk has highlighted these supply chain hurdles amid growing concerns over production delays and investor confidence, underscoring the unpredictable nature of global tech manufacturing in a tightly regulated market.
wired.com / Is Tesla on the Outs in China?
theregister.com / Tesla's Optimus can't roll without rare earth magnets, and Beijing ain't budging yet
cnbc.com / 5 quotes: Elon Musk on robotaxi timeline, Optimus robots, tariffs, energy and Tesla's future
tomshardware.com / Tesla is impacted by China's export ban on rare earth minerals — Optimus production is delayed due to a “magnet issue”
cnbc.com / Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots hit by China's rare earth restrictions, says Musk
techinasia.com / China’s export rules delay Tesla’s Optimus robot production
permalink / 6 stories from 5 sources in 12 hours ago #robotics #china #tesla #technology #ai +
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