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Discover Nvidia’s powerhouse, the RTX 3090, designed for stunning 8K gaming. Dive into how the App Store fueled over 300,000 new jobs in the U.S. during the pandemic. Uncover the drama behind TikTok's sale, tangled by new AI restrictions. Learn about Patreon's impressive surge to a $1 billion valuation. Explore Twitch's new watch parties and Amazon delivery drivers' unconventional work tactics. Finally, get the inside story on 'Fall Guys,' a gaming sensation that rose from near-failure to massive popularity.

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 debuts with an impressive 120Hz folding glass screen and Snapdragon 865+. Meanwhile, ZTE makes headlines with the world's first under-display camera phone. There's buzz around Apple's expected 5G iPhones and the challenges in shipments due to the pandemic. Walmart introduces Walmart+ to compete with Prime, offering enticing membership perks like same-day delivery and gas discounts. Plus, Zoom reports staggering growth, quadrupling its revenue compared to last year.

The potential sale of TikTok is heating up amidst government hurdles. Lenovo unveils its stylish new Yoga 9 laptop, while Amazon gets the green light for drone deliveries. Netflix shakes things up by offering free access to select original series. However, on the darker side, drones are being weaponized by drug cartels. Additionally, the black market for stolen video game accounts is now worth a staggering billion dollars. It’s a wild mix of innovation and crime!

Walmart is making waves as it eyeing a possible acquisition of TikTok, teaming up with Microsoft in this intriguing bid. Meanwhile, Facebook continues to clash with Apple over controversial App Store fees, igniting discussions around digital rights. Exciting smartphone innovations are on the horizon, including LG's dual-screen design and Xiaomi's invisible under-display camera. Plus, there's a deep dive into the future of fitness tech with Tonal's cutting-edge features and insights into the evolving landscape of digitalization across industries.

Amazon's launch of the Halo fitness wearable stirs excitement and privacy concerns. Meanwhile, Facebook warns that new privacy changes will threaten its ad revenue. TikTok's CEO suddenly resigns, adding to the tech drama. In a concerning trend, the U.S. struggles with lagging 5G speeds, while Intel faces criticism for falling behind in supercomputing. Notably, a prominent podcaster leaves Spotify, expressing dissatisfaction over creator treatment. The podcast also discusses innovations in content creation, including the use of deepfake audio.

Palantir's S-1 filing reveals its financial struggles and unique approach to going public. Apple's exciting plans to incorporate augmented reality into Apple TV+ could change how we experience content. Meanwhile, a big name in 3D printing is set to debut via a SPAC deal. Researchers have set a new world record for internet speed, reaching an astonishing 178,000 gbps. Plus, Elon Musk teases a demo of his brain-computer interface technology, promising to revolutionize how we interact with devices!

New wearable tech is on the rise with Fitbit's Sense and Versa 3 smartwatches, now featuring Google Assistant. Excitement brews over a rumored upgraded Nintendo Switch, potentially giving competition to PlayStation and Xbox. Legal battles heat up as a judge takes a stand on Epic Games' conflict with Apple, protecting Unreal Engine while Fortnite's future hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, semiconductor innovation is fast-tracking with TSMC's 3nm process, and the SPAC trend reshapes how companies go public, offering a fresh path for investment.

Is Apple becoming the villain in the tech world? A clash with WordPress over in-app purchases raises eyebrows. The ongoing legal battle with Epic Games adds fuel to the fire, as Microsoft supports Epic's fight. Meanwhile, TikTok faces its own legal challenges regarding a U.S. ban. On a different note, a major Zoom outage highlights the platform's importance, and the rise of SPACs showcases innovative trends in tech funding, particularly with Luminar's ambitious plans for autonomous vehicles.

A new daily podcast dives into exciting news and innovations, including 3D printed sushi designed for individual diets. It highlights the rediscovery of a rare species and a growing elephant population in Kenya. Unique drive-in haunted houses in Tokyo add a twist to entertainment, while discussions about the immune response provide insights into vaccine development. The amusing world of Girl Scout cookies leads to a deep dive into women's suffrage history, and a clever website brings nostalgic office sounds to modern workspaces.

Uber’s former CSO faces obstruction of justice charges, a first for tech executives in security breaches. Major leadership changes loom at Amazon as a key figure announces his departure. Epic Games is intensifying its conflict with Apple, announcing a Fortnite tournament with anti-Apple prizes. Meanwhile, Apple is innovating 5G strategies with cost-cutting measures for the iPhone 12. Lastly, Robinhood's evolution and the challenges posed by Facebook's control of Oculus VR are explored, raising questions about user rights in tech.