Top 7 Trending Technology News This Week

Apple’s stock dropped 5% after CEO Tim Cook announced a $900 million cost impact due to U.S.-China tariffs. The company also reduced its stock buyback program, signaling caution in the face of ongoing trade disputes.

Amazon successfully launched its first full-scale satellites for Project Kuiper, aiming to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink in providing global broadband internet. The satellites’ trapezoidal design is comparable to Eutelsat’s OneWeb.

During a U.S. antitrust trial, it was revealed that Google can still use web content for training its AI models, even if publishers have opted out. This raises concerns about data privacy and the ethical use of online content.

Microsoft reported Q1 2025 revenue of $70.1 billion, surpassing expectations. The company also highlighted increased use of AI-generated code within its operations, indicating a growing reliance on artificial intelligence.

Researchers at MIT’s CSAIL developed a new AI model inspired by neural oscillations in the brain, aiming to improve long-sequence predictions. Additionally, engineers are exploring dual scalable annealing processors to tackle complex optimization problems.

Scientists achieved record efficiency in all-organic solar cells, doubling previous performance metrics. This advancement could lead to more sustainable and cost-effective solar energy solutions.

A new soft robot capable of carrying cargo up and down steep aerial wires has been developed, offering potential applications in logistics and transportation. The robot operates autonomously, climbing slopes at angles of up to 45 degrees.

• Apple’s Stock Decline: Apple’s stock fell 5% after CEO Tim Cook announced a $900 million cost impact due to U.S.-China tariffs.

• Amazon’s Project Kuiper Satellite Launch: Amazon successfully launched its first full-scale satellites for Project Kuiper, aiming to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink in providing global broadband internet.

• Google’s AI Training Data Controversy: During a U.S. antitrust trial, it was revealed that Google can still use web content for training its AI models, even if publishers have opted out.

• Microsoft’s Financial Performance and AI Integration: Microsoft reported Q1 2025 revenue of $70.1 billion, surpassing expectations.

• Advancements in Quantum Computing: Researchers at MIT’s CSAIL developed a new AI model inspired by neural oscillations in the brain, aiming to improve long-sequence predictions.

• Breakthroughs in Solar Energy Efficiency: Scientists achieved record efficiency in all-organic solar cells, doubling previous performance metrics.

• Soft Robotics and Autonomous Cargo Transport: A new soft robot capable of carrying cargo up and down steep aerial wires has been developed, offering potential applications in logistics and transportation.