June 2023

Reka emerges from stealth to build custom AI models for the enterprise

June 27, 2023

Large language models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s GPT-4 are all the rage these days, owing to their unparalleled ability to analyze and generate text. But for organizations looking to leverage LLMs for specific tasks — say, writing ad copy in a brand’s style — their generalist nature can become a liability. When the instructions get too […]

Reka emerges from stealth to build custom AI models for the enterprise by Kyle Wiggers originally published on TechCrunch

How Shein’s influencer trip to a Chinese factory backfired

June 27, 2023

As Shein eyes an IPO, the company’s image needs a serious makeover. From stealing indie designers’ work, to violating local labor laws, Shein has fallen out of vogue on social media, so the company invited a group of influencers to tour one of its factories in Guangzhou, China. “I expected the facility to be so […]

How Shein’s influencer trip to a Chinese factory backfired by Amanda Silberling originally published on TechCrunch

Apple Arcade is adding Stardew Valley, Ridiculous Fishing and more in July

June 27, 2023

Apple Arcade is a getting a trio of notable indie games in July, including Stardew Valley, Slay the Spire and Ridiculous Fishing. Launched in 2016, Stardew Valley is an open-ended country-life RPG that gained popularity for its gentle art style and calm vibes. Apple Arcade’s version of the game will include recent updates, including new […]

Apple Arcade is adding Stardew Valley, Ridiculous Fishing and more in July by Aisha Malik originally published on TechCrunch

Amazon launches AWS AppFabric to help customers connect their SaaS apps

June 27, 2023

Amazon wants to help organizations connect the various apps that they use — leveraging, in part, AI. The company today announced AWS AppFabric, a new no-code service designed to bridge the gap between software-as-a-service (SaaS) apps in enterprise environments. Amazon claims that AppFabric, generally available as of today, can deliver better security and management than […]

Amazon launches AWS AppFabric to help customers connect their SaaS apps by Kyle Wiggers originally published on TechCrunch

Volvo becomes latest automaker to adopt Tesla EV charging standard

June 27, 2023

First came Ford. GM and Rivian followed. Now, Volvo is turning to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard. Under an agreement announced Tuesday, Volvo EV owners will have access to about 12,000 of Tesla’s fast chargers, known as Superchargers, via an adapter starting in the first half of 2024. Today, Volvo produces and sells two battery […]

Volvo becomes latest automaker to adopt Tesla EV charging standard by Kirsten Korosec originally published on TechCrunch