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I’m Precious Amusat, Phronews’ Content Writer. I conduct in-depth research and write on the latest developments in the tech industry, including trends in big tech, startups, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and their global impacts. When I’m off the clock, you’ll find me cheering on women’s footy, curled up with a romance novel, or binge-watching crime thrillers.
Samsung Electronics’ unveiling of three new AI-powered models in the popular Galaxy A series – Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G – highlights a significant introduction of AI integration and cutting-edge features while maintaining affordability, which aligns with the company’s mission to democratize advanced technology. This comes after the release of Apple’s AI-infused and budget-friendly iPhone 16e into the market. The new AI-powered smartphones come with advanced camera features, enhanced durability, well-rounded security and privacy protections, as well as the introduction of Awesome Intelligence – “the first comprehensive mobile AI experience available on the Galaxy A…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, the transformation of everyday life and business operations has significantly increased, and with it, the potential for cyber threats. As hackers become more sophisticated, the need for robust Cybersecurity frameworks increase. In response, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly emerged not only as a tool for enhancing cyber defenses but also as a key component in mitigating new and complex threats. This article explores the critical interplay between AI and cybersecurity, detailing how AI-assisted defenses are changing the approach to protecting digital assets against an emerging array of cyber threats. Introduction: The Urgency of Cybersecurity in…
Samsung has announced a delay in the launch of its Galaxy S25 Edge, leaving fans and smartphone geeks to speculate about the underlying reasons. Initially scheduled for an April release, Samsung announced that the new launch date will be Tuesday, May 13, 2025, a month from the previous date. Although the company is yet to provide an official explanation, it is speculated that a change in leadership may be influencing this new timeline. There was a change in leadership following the death of former Samsung Device eXperience (DX) head Jong-Hee Han. TM Roh, the former head of Mobile eXperience (MX)…
Blackstone-acquired AirTrunk, a prominent hyperscale data center specialist backed by investment partner Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), is set to secure a green loan of $1.7 billion (SG$2.2 billion) for a data center project in Singapore, according to Bloomberg. This comes after the recent unveiling of a second data centre in Malaysia, where the data center specialist invested over $2 million in the 420MW of IT capacity project, making it the 12th Airtrunk’s data centre across the Asia-Pacific and Japan markets (APJ). The financing of this Singapore project is meant to support the construction of a cutting-edge 80.2MW…
Intel is reportedly forming a joint venture with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), signifying a strategic move meant to strengthen the manufacturing capabilities of its foundry division, and regain lost ground in the global semiconductor race. The reported deal comes amidst significant pressure from the U.S. government to work out Intel’s long-standing production challenges and secure the nation’s semiconductor chip supply chain. The U.S. government under the administration of President Trump has shown deep interest in this deal, viewing the joint venture as a pathway to strengthen domestic chip production and reduce over-reliance on foreign manufacturers. Under the proposed arrangement,…
The telecommunications industry is stepping up its commitment to sustainability through a wide collaboration among major players. As data consumption surges and new technologies like 5G and 6G expand, the sector faces growing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. Leading telecom companies, including BT Group, Vodafone, Ericsson, and several others, are now joining forces in collaborative initiatives to address their energy consumption, cut emissions, and foster sustainable practices across the industry, as well as throughout their supply chains. A recent effort is the joint letter signed by the Digital Connectivity Forum (DCF), the UK Government’s advisory group on digital connectivity…
Nokia’s 5G technology that enables unprecedented levels of connectivity and real-time decision-making is touted and positioned by Guilherme Pizzato to transform emergency response efforts. Pizzato, who is the current Nokia Europe’s Group Head of Public Safety, says that the 5G technology will transform emergency response efforts by providing fast and reliable connectivity that will in turn allow for a seamless transmission of On-demand surveillance. “Fast and reliable connectivity will allow seamless transmission of high-definition video from drones, bodycams and IoT sensors, dramatically improving situational awareness for first responders in the most critical moments,” Pizzato tells Capacity. The 5G technology in…
In the wake of President Trump’s recent tariff imposition, the tech industry has now been tasked with readying itself for a steep surge in gadget prices. Following the imposition of a 20% tariff on Chinese imports in February, the new announcement of a staggering 34% tariff, has culminated into a total of 54% on various products, including everyday gadgets and other electronics. This new tariff policy under the U.S. President Trump’s administration is set to severely affect a wider range of electronic devices — from smartphones and laptops to smart appliances and wearable tech such as over-the-counter hearing aids. In…
With the growing demand for automation industries and robotics innovation in industries like manufacturing and logistics, it is no wonder that Apptronik closed a $350 million Series A funding round that was co-led by B capital and Capital Factory in conjunction with Google. Apptronik, an Austin-based human-centred robotics company that started out of the Human Robotics Lab at the University of Texas at Austin wants to expand its team to meet the growing demand for next-generation humanoid robots. Of course, it now gets to do that on a large scale with this funding. Since its inception, Apptronik has developed over…
The world’s first humanoid half-marathon took place in Beijing, capital of China, involving 12,000 people running across 13 miles (21 kilometres), and a number of 21 humanoid robots – where there was a demarcation of a separate line between the 21,000 people and the 21 humanoids. Being the first of its kind, it hosted different types of humanoid robots built and developed in different shapes and sizes by several robotics companies. Amongst the robots were N2, an over-40 pound Noetix Robotics’ humanoid, which was about 3 feet tall; and the Unitree Robotics’ G1 model, weighing nearly 80 pounds and standing…