Apple AirPods Pro granted FDA approval to serve as hearing aids
The FDA on Thursday announced that it has granted what it calls “the first over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid software device, Hearing Aid Feature.” © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read moreGoogle Wallet to test a feature that turns your US passport into a digital ID
Google announced on Thursday that it’s introducing new Wallet updates for travelers and commuters. Most notably, Google Wallet will soon start beta testing the ability to create a Digital ID from your U.S. passport. The ID pass will work at select TSA checkpoints when traveling domestically. In addition to TSA
Read moreNew ICT Academy in Olievenhoutbosch (South Africa)
Afrika Tikkun, a leading youth development agency, is excited to collaborate with Microsoft South Africa to launch the ICT Academy—Going Mobile initiative in Olievenhoutbosch. This innovative program aims to empower young people without employment by providing them with essential Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills, allowing them to create long-lasting
Read moreFace to face with Figure’s new humanoid robot
Figure is testing Figure 02’s efficacy for helping out in the kitchen and picking up around the house. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read moreAfter using a business coach to shift careers, AceUp founder wants to drive coaching based on data
Is a business coach really worth the investment? Execs often seek coaches to bolster aspects of their work, like communication skills and their productivity. At least anecdotally, these skills do appear to get better with coaching — a survey from the nonprofit International Coach Federation found that 80% of execs
Read moreiFixit marks iPhone 16 arrival with battery-powered soldering iron launch
iFixit, everyone’s favorite gadget repair gadfly, is launching a portable soldering iron. The gadget is designed to make component repair more accessible for home users. The timing of the announcement isn’t lost on anyone, dropping the same week as Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event. While Apple has been more open to
Read moreHumanz brings its influencer marketing platform to the U.S.
Humanz, a marketing platform for content creators and brands, has entered the U.S. market, the company announced on Thursday. Having launched in Israel in 2017, Humanz has gained strong traction in global markets, including Europe, Latin America, South Africa, and the Middle East. Currently, Humanz works with over 300,000 content
Read moreShowmax to Stream PSL Matches Live: New Era for SA Football
In a pioneering step, the Premier Soccer League (PSL) has announced a strategic partnership with Showmax, aiming to expand South African football’s reach through the popular streaming platform, providing fans with unprecedented access to live matches and exclusive content. Expanding Access to PSL Matches Starting this season, all PSL matches,
Read moreIrish Big Tech watchdog digs into platforms’ content reporting mechanisms after DSA complaints
Ireland’s media regulator said it is reviewing how major platforms let users report illegal content, following a high number of complaints. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read moreWhy NASA is sticking with Boeing
Photo by Paul Hennessy / Anadolu via Getty Images The Starliner debacle fueled speculation that the space agency would dump Boeing. But if it did, it would be left with SpaceX — and Elon Musk. Could things get any worse for Boeing? Last week, the company’s Starliner spacecraft landed in
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