Shawn Farner

Houston, New York

Publishing Strategist, @valnetinc/@screenrant. Handheld gaming system enthusiast. Rocket League addict. Big corporate partner.

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The Week in Tech: Tariffs, Air Taxis, and AI with a Memory Like an Elephant

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

In the chaotic realm of tech, it's often hard to find a quiet moment to sip your coffee and catch up on the latest buzz before something new drops and spills it all over your keyboard. But fear not, dear reader, for here's your weekly round-up of the tech world’s choicest morsels. Shein and Temu: The Price of TariffsYou know how you promised yourself you’d cut back on impulse buys from Shein and Temu? Well, the universe is giving you a hand—or more accurately, Donald Trump is.
The Tech Circus: AI Gets Memory, Zoom Forgets How to Work, and More

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

A Week of Tech Ups and DownsWelcome, fellow tech enthusiasts, to another week in the ever-bewildering world of technology. Our top stories today include AI's new party trick: memory, Zoom's unexpected siesta, and the bittersweet farewell to a bookworm's dream app. Let's dive in. Elon Musk's xAI and Grok ChatbotElon Musk's AI brainchild, xAI, has decided it was high time for its chatbot, Grok, to remember more than just the fact that it exists.
Elon Musk's AI Memory: Grok's New Trick

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

So, it's 2025, and Elon Musk's xAI has decided that Grok, its chatbot, needs a memory upgrade. This is like when your phone suddenly starts remembering all the passwords you forgot, except Grok now remembers your chat history. "Finally," said no one ever, but hey, it's a step toward battling ChatGPT and Google's Gemini in the ongoing AI arms race. Now Grok can remember if you prefer cats or dogs, and maybe even your Starbucks order—because, you know, priorities.
The Tech Soap Opera: Zoom's Drama, AI Power Plays, and Silicon Valley's Latest Episode

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

Zoom's Outage: When Meetings Take a SiestaAh, Zoom. The tool that turned our bedrooms into boardrooms and our kitchens into conference halls. Just when you thought you could rely on it for yet another riveting team meeting, it decided to take an unscheduled nap. Zoom went offline for a few hours, leaving 60,000 people stranded in silence, or perhaps, blissful ignorance. Key Takeaways:Zoom restored service after a significant outage, just in time before we all collectively decided to call it a day.
The Wild World of Tech: AI Safeguards, Corporate Drama, and Free Wi-Fi Flights

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

Welcome to the Tech JungleIf today's tech news were a movie, it would be a high-octane thriller with a side of courtroom drama, some sci-fi elements, and a sprinkle of comedy. Let's dive into the latest headlines that are making waves in the tech world, like a caffeinated squirrel hopping from one tree to another.
The Great AI Leap: OpenAI's New Models and the Tech World’s Latest Drama

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

A New Chapter in AI: OpenAI's O3 and O4-miniOnce again, OpenAI is making waves in the vast ocean of artificial intelligence, and this time it's not just a ripple but a tsunami. They've dropped two new reasoning models, O3 and O4-mini, which are set to revolutionize how machines, and maybe even humans, think. Yes, we're talking about AI that can pause, ponder, and produce answers with the thoughtfulness of a seasoned philosopher. Well, almost.
The Future of Tech: AI, Electric Dreams, and a Splash of Nostalgia

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

Ah, tech news. It's like a never-ending sitcom where the characters never age, but the gadgets keep getting younger and faster. Or maybe that's just my ADHD talking. Anyway, let's dive into the delightful chaos that is the tech world this week. H1: AI Video Editing: Capsule's $12M GambleIn today's episode of "AI is Taking Over the World," Capsule has bagged a cool $12 million to upgrade its AI-powered video editing assistant. The goal?
The Tech Odyssey: From AI Adventures to Domain Demises

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

The African Fintech Gambit: Moniepoint and Visa's Remittance DanceWhen Visa decided to back the Nigerian fintech Moniepoint, they weren't just writing a check. No, they were essentially handing over a golden ticket to the African fintech world. Moniepoint, now a unicorn, is poised to gallop into the remittance market — but the real question is, are they showing up fashionably late to the fintech fiesta? Or is it the perfect time to swoop in like a hero in the third act of a Marvel movie?
Tech Tapestry: Unraveling the Latest Threads in the AI and Tech Universe

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

Elon Musk: Father of the Future (Literally)Ah, Elon Musk. The man who seemingly never sleeps—and perhaps that's because he's busy managing a small army of children. According to a recent WSJ investigation, Musk might have fathered more than the 14 children we already know about. It's as if he's personally trying to colonize Mars with his offspring. But hey, at least he's walking the talk of his mission to "make new humans."Key Takeaways:Elon Musk may have more children than previously reported.
The Tech Jamboree of 2025: A Tale of Chips, IPOs, and TikTok's Map Ambitions

1 week ago | besttechie.com | Jeff Weisbein |Brian P. Rubin |Shawn Farner |Mike Mansell

Ah, the ever-evolving world of tech. If there's one thing we know, it's that every week brings a fresh batch of headlines that make our ADHD brains beg for a distraction. But don't worry, I've got you covered with the latest and greatest in tech news. Let's dive into the whirlwind of developments from our favorite tech giants. NVIDIA's Chip Conundrum: Export Controls Meet AIRemember when you could just sell a chip without a bureaucratic headache? NVIDIA sure does.