Author: Laura Watling

Samsung is doubling down on its efforts to capture a larger share of the U.S. smartphone market, unveiling the AI-driven Galaxy S25 at its annual “Unpacked” event in San Jose, California. The South Korean tech giant hopes the new model, powered by Google’s Gemini AI and Qualcomm chips, will help it compete more aggressively against Apple, which continues to lead U.S. smartphone sales. AI at the Core of the S25The Galaxy S25 boasts a next-generation AI operating system designed to transform how users interact with their devices. TM Roh, president of Samsung’s mobile division, emphasized the collaborative effort with Google,…

Meta Appoints UFC’s Dana White and Two Others to Board Amid Trump Reconciliation Efforts Meta has announced the appointment of three high-profile figures to its board of directors, including Dana White, the chief executive of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and a close ally of US president-elect Donald Trump. The move comes as Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appears to be mending relations with Trump ahead of his inauguration later this month. Joining White on the board are John Elkann, chairman of European investment firm Exor, and Charlie Songhurst, a former Microsoft executive. The appointments mark a significant shakeup at Meta,…