Technology

Musk vs OpenAI: The legal battle for the soul of artificial intelligence

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

Elon Musk has escalated his legal feud with OpenAI, the company he co-founded, accusing the tech firm of abandoning its original non-profit mission in favour of a “profit-driven” partnership with Microsoft. In a lawsuit that has sent ripples through Silicon Valley, the billionaire entrepreneur claims that OpenAI has become a “closed-source de facto subsidiary” of...

Tech giants Meta and Microsoft signal massive spending on AI future

Asian TribuneMay 4, 2026

The global race for artificial intelligence dominance has intensified as Meta and Microsoft announced plans to significantly increase their spending on the technology, despite growing investor scrutiny over long-term profitability. In separate quarterly briefings, both companies revealed that the cost of building and maintaining the massive data centres required for AI would continue to rise....

Major Leadership Transition at Apple: John Ternus Named Next CEO as Tim Cook Moves to Executive Chairman

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

In a landmark announcement on April 20, 2026, Apple Inc. revealed that John Ternus will become the company’s eighth Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Tim Cook. Cook, who has led the tech giant since 2011, will transition into the role of Executive Chairman of the Board. Key Highlights:

Humanoid Robots Outrun Humans at Beijing Half Marathon, Showcasing Rapid Tech Advances

Asian TribuneApril 21, 2026

In a historic display of technological prowess, humanoid robots raced past elite human athletes at the Beijing Half Marathon held on April 19, 2026. This event served as a major showcase for the rapid advancements in robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI), leaving spectators in awe. Key Highlights:

YouTube Deletes 16 Top AI-Generated Channels for Policy Violations

Asian TribuneApril 20, 2026

YouTube has taken decisive action against “AI slop” by permanently removing 16 high-profile channels that relied heavily on artificial intelligence to generate low-quality, repetitive, or misleading content. This move signals a crackdown on automated accounts that prioritize quantity and ad revenue over creative value. Key Statistics of the Takedown Reasons for the Termination YouTube cited...

Did China Help Iran Spy? An International Media Analysis

Asian TribuneApril 17, 2026

Amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, new allegations have emerged in international media claiming that China may have assisted Iran in conducting intelligence and surveillance operations against rival nations. These claims, though not fully verified, have triggered widespread debate among analysts, policymakers, and global security observers. Origins of the Allegations According to several...

WhatsApp Web Login Glitch Hits iPhone Users; Android Service Remains Stable

Asian TribuneFebruary 28, 2026

Many users reported difficulties accessing WhatsApp Web on Friday morning, with complaints mainly focused on login failures and chat synchronization problems. Data from outage-tracking platform Downdetector indicated 25 reports related to the disruption, suggesting the issue appears to be localized rather than a widespread global outage. Among the reported cases, 56% involved problems with the...

Digital Transformation Accelerates Across Emerging Economies

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

Emerging economies are accelerating digital transformation efforts as governments and businesses invest in technology-driven growth.Featured Image Prompt: Digital technology network emerging markets Digital transformation is gaining pace across emerging economies, reshaping how governments deliver services and how businesses operate. Increased investment in digital infrastructure, cloud computing, and mobile connectivity is being driven by the need...

OpenAI Rolls Out Age Prediction on ChatGPT to Protect Minors

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 21, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI is rolling out a new age prediction feature on ChatGPT that estimates whether an account likely belongs to someone under 18, a move aimed at increasing safety for younger users as the company prepares to allow mature content on the popular AI chatbot. The technology uses behavioural and account-level signals —...

UK to Consult on Social Media Ban for Under-16s

Indika SuriarachchiJanuary 21, 2026

LONDON — The British government has announced plans to consult on whether social media should be banned for children under the age of 16 in the UK. The consultation aims to gather views from parents, young people and civil society to assess the effectiveness of a ban and whether stronger age verification systems should be...