Kanye West has been reinstated on the social media platform X after being suspended for over six months for posting an image of a swastika inside a Star of David. X owner Elon Musk said in a December post that West was suspended "for incitement to violence" and his account will be ineligible for monetization. The reinstatement of West's account has been met with mixed reactions, and it remains to be seen how the platform will manage the account going forward.
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San Francisco has launched an investigation into the installation of a giant "X" sign on the former Twitter headquarters building, which was installed by the building's owner, Elon Musk. The city has stopped workers from removing the iconic bird and logo from the side of the building due to safety concerns, and is now investigating the installation of the "X" sign to ensure consistency with the historic nature of the building and safety of any additions. The outcome of the investigation is yet to be determined.
Seven of the world's largest automakers have announced a joint venture to build a nationwide network of 30,000 electric vehicle charging stations, nearly doubling the number of fast-charging plugs in the U.S. and Canada. The network is expected to be operational by next summer and will be open to all electric vehicle owners. The move is a sign that the automakers are committed to reducing emissions and promoting sustainable transportation, as electric vehicle demand is growing across the world.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has announced that Twitter's iconic blue bird logo will be replaced with an "X" later today. This is the latest move since Musk purchased the social media platform for $44 billion last year, and follows the launch of xAI, a startup that seeks to understand the true nature of the universe. Twitter users are sure to be excited by the logo switch, and it will be interesting to see what other changes Musk has in store for the platform.
The White House has announced an agreement between seven leading AI companies to adhere to industry best practices, known as "voluntary commitments for responsible innovation." The agreement seeks to ensure safety, security and trust for users, as well as transparency about the products and how they are used. This is a major step forward in the regulation of AI technology, and is seen as a sign of the industry's commitment to responsible innovation.
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An original Apple iPhone from 2007 sold for an astonishing $190,372.80 at auction on Sunday, over 300 times its retail value of $599. The mint-condition mobile phone was put on the auction block by LCG Auctions and bidding soared from $10,000 to almost $200,000 in just 28 bids. The sale is a testament to the enduring popularity of the device, months after another iPhone from 2007 was sold for $63,356.
Amazon Prime Day 2023 is offering an 18% discount on the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) smart watch. It has a built-in heart rate monitor, accelerometer, gyroscope, GPS, and a new crash detection feature that alerts local authorities and your emergency contact. Now is the perfect time to take advantage of this great deal and stay connected and active.