Category: Tech Update
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LimX’s Oli Humanoid Robot Shows Impressive Stability in Real-World Conditions
LimX Dynamics, a Shenzhen-based robotics company, has reached an exciting milestone with its advanced humanoid robot, Oli. Standing 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 121 pounds, Oli has long been positioned as a robot capable of far more than controlled lab tests. Now, new footage from the company finally demonstrates exactly what this humanoid…
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Viwoods AiPaper Reader C Review: A Smartphone That Reads Like an E-Ink Book
The Viwoods AiPaper Reader C is redefining what a reading-focused smartphone can be. Designed for book lovers who are tired of the constant glare and eye strain of traditional screens, this new E-Ink smartphone blends the portability of a phone with the comfort of an e-reader. It follows the brand’s earlier monochrome version but now…
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Malaysia Plans to Ban Social Media for Under-16 Users Starting 2026: What We Know
Malaysia is preparing to introduce a social media ban for users under 16 beginning in 2026, joining a global movement focused on strengthening child online safety. The announcement places Malaysia among several countries tightening rules around digital platforms, especially amid rising concerns about youth exposure to harmful online content. Government Pushes for Stronger Protections Communications…
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South Korea Open to Working With Taiwan on U.S. Chip Tariffs, Says Trade Minister
South Korea has signaled that it is open to strengthening cooperation with Taiwan as both economies navigate U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed chip tariffs. According to South Korea’s Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo, working together could help both countries secure better terms under the evolving U.S. semiconductor trade policies. In a radio interview on Monday, Yeo…
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Snap Introduces Bank-Linked Age Verification Tool in Australia Ahead of Teen Social Media Ban
Snap has announced a new age verification system for Australian users, introducing a bank-linked method designed to comply with the country’s upcoming teen social media ban. The rule, which officially takes effect next month, prohibits children under 16 from accessing social media platforms — one of the toughest digital safety laws in the world. The…
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How the Nexperia Chip Crisis Disrupted Global Auto Supply Chains Once Again
The Nexperia chip crisis has shaken the global automotive industry, exposing once more how fragile and heavily dependent the world’s auto supply chains truly are. A modest factory in Dongguan, China—situated beside a weed-filled empty lot—has unexpectedly become a global choke point for essential automotive chips. This sudden disruption has revived memories of the COVID-19…
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Halo-Themed ICE Ad Sparks Outrage Among Developers and Fans
A controversial ICE recruitment advertisement inspired by Halo has ignited backlash across the gaming community. The ad, which used imagery from Microsoft’s iconic Halo series, has been condemned by the game’s original creators as “abhorrent” and “deeply disturbing.” Adding to the controversy, former President Donald Trump also found himself at the center of the discussion…
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Apple Wallet Digital ID: Soon You May Not Need Your Passport for Domestic Travel
Apple Wallet is evolving once again — and this time, it might just replace your need to carry a physical passport. During the Money20/20 USA conference held in Las Vegas from October 26–29, Apple’s Vice President of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet, Jennifer Bailey, reaffirmed the company’s vision to bring digital ID support to iPhone…
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From Infrastructure to Intelligence: Turning Data into a Strategic Advantage
The Evolution of Infrastructure in the Age of Intelligence For years, IT infrastructure was seen as the silent foundation of a business—essential, but invisible. You only noticed it when something went wrong. It was the stable floor beneath your feet, not the power that propelled your business forward. That mindset no longer works. In today’s…