Apple is holding up Epic Games' relaunch of Fortnite on iOS, defying a recent court order about payment systems. The delay forces Epic to resubmit and pushes back a scheduled global update. The standoff reignites tensions from their years-long battle over App Store control and fees.
Susan Wojcicki, former CEO of YouTube and a driving force behind Google’s success, has passed away at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with lung cancer. Her contributions to the tech world, including the acquisitions of YouTube and DoubleClick, have left a lasting legacy. Tributes from industry leaders underscore her influence and dedication to advancing technology and supporting women in tech.
NASA has awarded SpaceX $843 million to develop a spacecraft designed to safely deorbit the International Space Station by 2030. The spacecraft aims to ensure a controlled descent, minimizing risk to populated areas and marking a crucial step in planning the ISS retirement.
Nvidia crowned as the world's most valuable company due to the soaring demand for its AI chips. Surpassing Microsoft and Apple, Nvidia's market capitalization hit an incredible $3.326 trillion. The company's stock experienced unprecedented growth fueled by AI computing needs among tech giants.
SpaceX's recent night launch from Cape Canaveral saw the Falcon 9 rocket carry 23 Starlink satellites into orbit. Despite a slight delay, the launch was a success, marking an impressive year for SpaceX with numerous launches. The Starlink project continues to expand its internet service coverage globally.