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Zuckerberg Teases Agentic Commerce Tools Ahead of Major AI Rollout in 2026. AI-Generated.
Mark Zuckerberg has signaled a major shift in Meta’s artificial intelligence strategy, teasing the launch of agentic commerce tools as part of a broader AI rollout planned for 2026. The announcement points to a future where AI agents do more than assist users—they act autonomously on behalf of consumers and businesses, potentially reshaping e-commerce, advertising, and digital interactions across Meta’s platforms.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
Microsoft’s Earnings Surge Is Overshadowed by Data-Center Spending. AI-Generated.
Microsoft has posted a strong surge in earnings, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most profitable and resilient technology companies. Yet despite the upbeat financial results, investor enthusiasm has been tempered by a looming concern: the company’s rapidly escalating data-center spending, driven largely by its aggressive push into artificial intelligence.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
Tesla Is Killing Off Its Model S and X Cars to Make Robots. AI-Generated.
Tesla’s decision to scale back—and potentially phase out—its flagship Model S and Model X vehicles marks a dramatic turning point for the electric vehicle pioneer. Once symbols of Tesla’s innovation and luxury appeal, these models are increasingly taking a back seat as the company redirects resources toward artificial intelligence, robotics, and automation. At the center of this transformation is Tesla’s ambitious push to become not just a carmaker, but a technology and robotics powerhouse.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
Amazon’s AI Push Raises Employee Climate, Layoff Concerns. AI-Generated.
Amazon’s aggressive push into artificial intelligence is reshaping the company’s future—but it is also fueling growing concern among employees about layoffs, workplace climate, and long-term job security. While the tech giant positions AI as a transformative force that will boost efficiency and innovation, many workers fear they are paying the price for this transition.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
Tesla Profit Plunges as Sales Fall and AI Expenses Pile Up. AI-Generated.
Tesla has reported a sharp drop in profits as vehicle sales decline and spending on artificial intelligence continues to rise, signaling a challenging phase for the world’s most valuable electric vehicle maker. Once seen as an unstoppable force in the EV market, Tesla is now grappling with weaker demand, intensifying competition, and the high cost of its ambitious push into AI-driven technologies.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
NADRA Bug Bounty Challenge 2026: Pakistan’s Bold Step Toward Cybersecurity Excellence. AI-Generated.
In an era where digitalization is redefining the way citizens access essential services, protecting national digital systems has become a priority for governments worldwide. With this reality in mind, Pakistan’s National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched its first‑ever Bug Bounty Challenge 2026, a national initiative designed to uplift cybersecurity defenses and foster local talent in ethical hacking. �
By Ayesha Lashari5 days ago in The Swamp
Meta Shares Rise After Record Sales Despite Heavy AI Spending. AI-Generated.
Introduction Meta Platforms has reported record quarterly sales, prompting a sharp rise in its share price even as the company outlined plans for continued high spending on artificial intelligence. The results surprised some analysts who had expected investor concern over rising costs, but instead markets responded positively to strong advertising revenue and user engagement across Meta’s platforms.
By Saad 5 days ago in The Swamp
YouTube Criticised After Pulling Out of UK TV Audience Measurement. AI-Generated.
Introduction YouTube has faced criticism from broadcasters, advertisers, and industry groups after confirming it will no longer participate in the UK’s television audience measurement system. The decision has raised concerns about transparency, accountability, and the future of how audiences are measured in an increasingly fragmented media landscape.
By Saad 5 days ago in The Swamp
Stable Genius? How a Defective ‘Crying Horse’ Toy Went Viral in China. AI-Generated.
In the fast-moving world of Chinese social media, even the smallest anomaly can capture the public’s imagination. A defective toy, intended to be a simple collectible, recently became a viral sensation in China: the “crying horse”, a plastic figurine whose exaggerated weeping expression sparked laughter, memes, and widespread online discussion.
By Aarif Lashari6 days ago in The Swamp
Amazon Is Laying Off 16,000 Employees as AI Battle Intensifies. AI-Generated.
Amazon has announced plans to lay off approximately 16,000 employees, marking one of the company’s largest workforce reductions in recent years. The move comes as the global tech industry enters an intense new phase of competition centered on artificial intelligence (AI). While Amazon continues to invest billions in AI infrastructure and cloud computing, the layoffs highlight how rapidly changing technology is reshaping corporate strategies—and the human cost that often follows.
By Asad Ali6 days ago in The Swamp
Gamers Ditch GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB as Prices Skyrocket Past $700 at Retail. AI-Generated.
PC gamers are increasingly turning away from NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, not because of poor performance—but because of price. Once expected to land as a mid-range graphics card for mainstream gamers, the RTX 5060 Ti has now crossed the $700 mark at retail, sparking frustration and backlash across gaming communities.
By Aarif Lashari6 days ago in The Swamp
Pornhub to Restrict Access for UK Users From Next Week. AI-Generated.
Pornhub, one of the world’s largest adult entertainment platforms, will restrict access for UK users starting next week, following ongoing legal scrutiny and regulatory pressures over content moderation and age verification. The move marks a significant development in the UK’s attempts to control online pornography and protect users from illegal or inappropriate content.
By Ayesha Lashari6 days ago in The Swamp