Elon Musk's xAI Merges with X (Formerly Twitter) in Colossal $33 Billion Deal
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 29 Mar, 2025 Comments (0)
Elon Musk reveals xAI's acquisition of X (Twitter) in a massive $33 billion all-stock deal, valuing both companies at $80 billion. This merger leverages xAI's advanced AI with X's vast user base of over 600 million, integrating AI-driven content and personalized experiences to stay competitive against OpenAI's ChatGPT. Analysts note the strategic importance of Musk's political influence on advertising priorities.
Google Pixel 9a: 7 Years of Updates Now Standard
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 20 Mar, 2025 Comments (0)
In a significant move, Google has announced that the Pixel 9a smartphone will receive 7 years of operating system and security updates. This aligns it with the same extended support policy as Google's flagship Pixel 9 Pro series. The Pixel 9a, priced at $499, becomes a competitive option for users seeking long-term software support.
PlayStation Network Outage Disrupts Gamers Worldwide
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 8 Feb, 2025 Comments (0)
A significant global outage hit PlayStation Network on February 7, 2025, affecting services such as online multiplayer and digital purchases. More than 70,000 users initially reported issues, with Sony investigating. A timeline for fixing the issue remains vague. Gamers are advised to check the PSN Status Page for updates, similar to past network disruptions which were resolved temporarily.
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Elon Musk's xAI Merges with X (Formerly Twitter) in Colossal $33 Billion Deal
Elon Musk reveals xAI's acquisition of X (Twitter) in a massive $33 billion all-stock deal, valuing both companies at $80 billion. This merger leverages xAI's advanced AI with X's vast user base of over 600 million, integrating AI-driven content and personalized experiences to stay competitive against OpenAI's ChatGPT. Analysts note the strategic importance of Musk's political influence on advertising priorities.