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    Nvidia Cancels $100bn OpenAI Deal

    Nvidia Cancels $100bn OpenAI Deal

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Nvidia has abandoned its earlier $100 billion acquisition plan for OpenAI in favor of a $30 billion contribution to the startup's current funding round, which values OpenAI at $730 billion. The move, reported by the Financial Times, comes amid growing investor skepticism over the initial deal's structure and a broader cooling in AI hype. The funding round involves major players like SoftBank and Amazon, with much of the capital expected to be reinvested in Nvidia hardware.
    Privacy & Cookie Policy Update

    Privacy & Cookie Policy Update

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    NetMedia International has announced an update to its Privacy and Cookie Policy, reinforcing its commitment to data protection under GDPR. The new policy outlines how personal data is collected, used, and shared, and provides users with clear rights and control over their information. Users are encouraged to review the changes to understand their privacy rights.
    “Une étape historique” : Gisele Bündchen
devient la nouvelle ambassadrice internationale d’une marque de
beauté culte

    “Une étape historique” : Gisele Bündchen devient la nouvelle ambassadrice internationale d’une marque de beauté culte

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Supermodel and environmental activist Gisele Bündchen has signed a historic partnership with Garnier as its first international ambassador. The 45-year-old will front global haircare campaigns for Fructis Hair Food, Ultra Doux, and the new Diamond Liss spray. Garnier's president calls her the "perfect match" for the brand's High-Tech Nature™ strategy blending science and natural ingredients. This collaboration marks a milestone for the 120-year-old beauty company, reinforcing its commitment to accessible, responsible beauty.
    Le prince William retrouve Emma Watson et Benedict Cumberbatch à Londres

    Le prince William retrouve Emma Watson et Benedict Cumberbatch à Londres

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Le prince William était accompagné des acteurs Emma Watson et Benedict Cumberbatch lors du forum United for Wildlife à Londres le 22 juin. L'événement, organisé dans le cadre de la Semaine de l'action pour le climat, visait à renforcer la lutte contre le trafic illégal d'espèces sauvages.
    Jack Ma, fondateur d’Alibaba : l’homme qui a osé défier le gouvernement chinois

    Jack Ma, fondateur d’Alibaba : l’homme qui a osé défier le gouvernement chinois

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Jack Ma, the charismatic founder of Alibaba, once the richest man in Asia, saw his empire shaken after a bold speech in October 2020. His criticism of China's financial regulators led to the blocking of Ant Group's record IPO, massive fines, and his disappearance from public life. Now focused on agriculture, Ma's story serves as a cautionary tale about the limits of power in modern China.
    Arabie saoudite : Karim Benzema de retour sur Instagram après plus d'un mois d'absence

    Arabie saoudite : Karim Benzema de retour sur Instagram après plus d'un mois d'absence

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Karim Benzema, the former French international now playing for Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, has reactivated his Instagram account after more than a month. The 36-year-old had deactivated it following a heavy defeat to Al Nassr in late December. He returned with a collaboration with GQ Middle East and removed all previous posts except for luxury brand partnerships and his Ballon d'Or photo.
    Tourné mais jamais diffusé : Zara Larsson révèle pourquoi son clip avec Shakira ne sortira pas

    Tourné mais jamais diffusé : Zara Larsson révèle pourquoi son clip avec Shakira ne sortira pas

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Zara Larsson has revealed that the music video for 'Eurosummer,' her collaboration with Shakira from the 'Girls Trip' reissue, will not be released. In an interview, she explained that the footage was unsatisfactory and she didn't want to release a subpar video. However, she still hopes to film a better one in the future.
    The MSI AI PC Buyer’s Guide: From Mini AI PCs to Powerful AI Workstations

    The MSI AI PC Buyer’s Guide: From Mini AI PCs to Powerful AI Workstations

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    MSI offers a range of AI-ready PCs from ultra-compact Cubi mini PCs to full desktop workstations. This guide explains how to choose between a mini PC and a desktop based on desk space, performance needs, and workload. Key models include the Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG with Intel Panther Lake, the collaboration-focused Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG, and the upgradeable Cubi NUC AI 1UMG. For graphics-intensive tasks, the PRO DP180 AI and PRO DP400 AI provide discrete graphics and expansion.
    Would you let AI manage your inbox? I’m doing it for science

    Would you let AI manage your inbox? I’m doing it for science

    Jul 03, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    When Notion shut down its Mail product, users realized they had stopped checking their inboxes entirely, trusting AI agents to handle everything. This article dives into the benefits and serious risks of AI email management, including privacy concerns and potential mishaps. The author shares his personal experiment using Claude to automate his Gmail, detailing the setup, safeguards, and initial results.
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