Jon Gold
Senior Writer
Jon Gold covers IoT and wireless networking for Network World. He can be reached at jon_gold@ifoundrycodg.com.
EC to grill Meta on Facebook ‘subscription for no ads’ plan
The European Commission's latest request for information comes three months after an earlier official inquiry under the Digital Services Act.
Eight European consumer watchdogs file complaints over Meta’s data processing
Meta could be in hot water with EU regulators again over its data collection practices.
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Tech layoffs in 2024: A timeline
Technology companies have continued to lay off staff in 2024, despite improving fundamentals. Here's an updated timeline of notable layoffs, and reasons why Big Tech is in turmoil.
Australia’s new ‘right to disconnect’ law includes jail time — for now
Employee rights to disconnect from work are coming to Australia, though jail time for violators is unlikely to happen.
It’s not just hype; genAI is already live at many companies
Businesses, particularly those with numerous processes that can be automated, are increasingly adopting generative AI for operational use.
National AI Research Resource pilot program to ‘democratize’ generative AI
Government, private sector team up to broaden access to key AI resources for organizations without the deep pockets.
Apple Vision Pro pre-sales run hot, but demand might be limited
Developers, power users and businesses are likely first in line for Apple’s pricey new VR/AR headset.
TSMC delays second Arizona chip foundry
Taiwanese silicon giant TSMC will push back the opening of the second of its two planned chipmaking facilities in Arizona. The move comes nearly six months after delaying the first plant.
Google targets retail sector with new genAI tools, hardware
Ahead of the National Retail Federation’s annual convention, Google unveiled genAI-based custom chatbots, intelligent inventory assistants, and customized edge devices.
OpenAI to launch GPT Store next week
The long-planned digital storefront will serve as a repository for custom-built GPTs, according to an email from the company sent to some GPT users.
UK Supreme Court: No, your AI can’t hold a patent
An AI system is not eligible to hold a patent in the UK, the country’s Supreme Court announced.