Author: Jenna Rileson

Avant Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: AVAI), in partnership with Ainnova Tech, Inc., has confirmed that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health is currently reviewing their submission package for a pre-submission meeting regarding their AI-driven VisionAI platform. The request aims to secure a meeting with the FDA’s review team to address potential questions and receive early feedback on the formal submission strategy. Ainnova is specifically seeking agency guidance on finalizing the clinical trial protocol for using VisionAI in detecting diabetic retinopathy at an early stage. These pre-submission sessions allow companies to clarify expectations with the FDA,…

Verizon has started rolling out the long-awaited One UI 7 update for Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra devices in the United States. This update is currently available for Verizon’s locked devices in the country. The update, based on Android 15, began on April 22, 2025, and brings a redesigned user interface, enhanced AI features, and improved performance to Samsung’s 2023 flagship phones. After its initial release in South Korea earlier this month, the stable build has now made its way to the US as part of a global rollout. One UI 7 introduces a modern, streamlined design with…

Enseo has named Matt Guggenheim as its new chief financial officer while elevating Helen Jenkins to chief legal officer and Kevin Sweeney to chief product officer, reinforcing its leadership team as the company marks its 25th anniversary. Bringing over ten years of financial leadership expertise, Guggenheim will be responsible for guiding Enseo’s financial strategy and operations. His background spans corporate finance, enterprise planning, and risk management. Before joining Enseo, he held senior finance roles at Eventus Systems, Social Solutions, and Magnitude Software, where he led initiatives that enhanced global growth and efficiency. Helen Jenkins, now chief legal officer, has nearly…

President Donald Trump’s trade barriers are reverberating through the games market. Console makers and accessory brands—Nintendo and Sony among them—have already raised prices, delayed pre‑orders or tweaked subscription fees to offset costs. The newest casualty: Shenzhen‑based Anbernic. Anbernic Reacts to Global Tariff Showdown Anbernic, a company established in 2017, has carved a niche by developing Android-powered devices. Known for its nostalgic handheld consoles, the company has released around 4-5 models per year, keeping classic gaming alive. However, the escalating trade tensions have led to a significant change in their U.S. operations. On Monday, 21 April, Anbernic posted a statement on its website…

The United States is ramping up efforts to maintain its lead in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race by imposing new restrictions on the export of H20 AI chips to China. This move follows concerns over China’s growing advancements in AI, especially after the launch of its AI startup, DeepSeek, which has garnered international attention. In response to these developments, US President Donald Trump has enacted measures to curb China’s access to advanced AI technology. The restrictions specifically target Nvidia, a major AI chipmaker, preventing it from selling its high-tech H20 AI chips to China. The aim is to ensure…

T-Mobile has officially clarified that all customers will see recent pricing changes applied to their plans, even if their current bills appear unchanged. The update comes after some users believed they had avoided the price hikes due to receiving the same bill as before. The company explained that those who have not yet seen the new prices are on a legacy billing cycle, and the April bills they received cover the March usage period—before the price changes took effect. These users can expect updated charges in May, which will reflect April’s usage under the new pricing. T-Mobile emphasized that there…

A San Francisco software company has revised its nonprofit discount policy following a lawsuit that accused it of religious bias, marking a win for a Christian ministry and faith-based advocates. Holy Sexuality, a nonprofit Christian organization offering video-based lessons on biblical sexuality and gender, took legal action against Asana in February. The ministry claimed Asana had denied it a 50% nonprofit discount typically offered to other qualifying nonprofits using the company’s project management platform. According to the federal lawsuit, Asana previously excluded religious nonprofits “that exist to solely propagate a belief in a specific faith” from its discount program. Alliance…

With the intensifying trade tensions, two of the most budget-friendly online retailers—Temu and Shein—have announced imminent price increases for U.S. shoppers. The e-commerce giants, known for offering extremely low-cost products, will begin raising prices starting April 25. This decision follows a significant shift in U.S. trade policy under the Trump administration, including new, steep tariffs on Chinese imports and the removal of the “de minimis” customs exemption. This exemption previously allowed low-cost packages to bypass duties and detailed inspections—an advantage that’s now being taken away. In announcements shared on their platforms, both Temu and Shein pointed to growing operational costs…

In a move that brings relief to consumers and tech companies, the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced exemptions from tariffs for a range of Chinese imports, including electronics such as smartphones and computers. The announcement follows weeks of concern over steep tariffs, which led to a surge in consumer demand as people rushed to buy electronics before price hikes took effect. Among the exempted items are flash drives, memory cards, SSDs, solar panels, semiconductors, and television displays. These exemptions apply to goods that departed warehouses on or after 12:01 AM (ET), April 5, 2025, according to CNBC.…

In Alaska, it’s not unusual to spot a car with a power cord sticking out from the front. At first glance, it might seem like an electric or hybrid vehicle, but that’s not the case. Unlike EVs that receive power for propulsion, these vehicles use the plug for an entirely different reason — to stay functional in extreme cold. These electrical cords, often mistaken for EV charging cables, are commonly found on combustion-engine vehicles in Alaska. But they aren’t there to fuel the engine. Instead, they’re connected to engine block heaters that help combat the brutal Alaskan winters. Their job…