Dr. Layloma Rashid — Article archive

SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites from California on Aug. 22, 2025, marking Falcon 9’s 102nd flight this year and reinforcing its reusability milestone.

US acquires 10% stake in Intel under Trump’s bold corporate push, turning CHIPS Act grants into equity to secure America’s place in the global chip race.

Google enhances its Drive experience by adding a Vids shortcut for seamless video editing. The new feature, powered by AI, allows users to edit videos directly in Drive, simplifying the video creation process for Workspace users.

X (formerly Twitter) removes access to likes and follows from its free API tier to combat spam and boost monetization efforts. Developers now face the choice between upgrading to a paid subscription or losing key features for their projects.

Google AI Mode is expanding globally, bringing new agentic and personalized features to enhance the search experience. With AI-powered recommendations, task automation, and collaboration options, Google aims to transform online search into an intelligent assistant.

Google unveils Pixel 10 with Gemini AI and Magic Cue, outpacing Apple’s Siri as it sets a new standard for practical AI in smartphones.

Sony hikes PS5 prices in the U.S. as tariffs hit electronics. The Digital, Standard, and Pro models see $50 increases, reshaping the gaming market.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is revealed at Gamescom, featuring an open-world Gotham, Batmobile driving, and Arkham-style combat. Experience...

Nintendo announces Kirby Air Riders for Switch 2, launching Nov 20, 2025, at $70. A nostalgic revival with new features and Sakurai’s creative return.

Trump may buy 10% of Intel, turning $8B Chips Act aid into equity. A bold move that could reshape US tech policy and chip industry dominance.

Delta Force brings free-to-play FPS action to consoles in 2025, offering hero-based gameplay, massive battles & no intrusive monetization.

Google fined $36M in Australia for paying Telstra & Optus to pre-load its search app, limiting rivals. A major regulatory pushback against Big Tech.

Thailand unveils 'Tourist Digi Pay' , a crypto sandbox allowing visitors to spend digital assets in baht. Aiming to revive tourism with controlled crypto access.

AI startup Perplexity expands Finance dashboard with live transcripts of Indian earnings calls, boosting transparency and access for investors and traders.

Amazon is shutting down its Appstore on Android starting August 20, 2025. Users must delete apps within 48 hours to avoid major security risks.

Apple has released iOS 18.6.1 for iPhones (2018 & later), restoring the Apple Watch’s blood oxygen feature in the U.S. after legal setbacks. Here’s what’s new, who should update, and why it matters.

Apple refutes Elon Musk’s accusations of bias in App Store rankings, insisting OpenAI gets no special treatment. The dispute raises questions about AI app competition, transparency, and fair market access.

AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton warns of humanity’s potential extinction from superintelligent AI and proposes a bold solution programming AI with...