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  • Musk's SpaceX IPO could be a record, valuing the company at up to $1.5 trillion, per Bloomberg
    December 10, 2025, 6:36 PM EST. Elon Musk is reportedly planning one of the largest IPOs in history for SpaceX, potentially raising about $30 billion and valuing the private company at as much as $1.5 trillion. If true, the move would boost Musk's personal wealth and unlock greater financing options, while subjecting SpaceX to public scrutiny. A public listing would let investors cash out and allow Musk to borrow against his stake more easily, though it could complicate how the company runs its ambitious programs, including Starship and the Starlink constellation. SpaceX has drawn backers from Alphabet, Fidelity, Founders Fund, Sequoia, Valor Equity Partners, and Andreessen Horowitz, and has already raised about $10 billion. A share sale would fund growth and international expansion.
  • AI as a holiday shopping assistant? Local 4 tests gift-giving with ChatGPT
    December 10, 2025, 6:34 PM EST. Local 4 tests whether AI can be a holiday shopping assistant by asking ChatGPT to find $50 gifts for two colleagues. The experiment shows how AI can generate practical, personalized gift ideas when given details about the recipient's age, hobbies, stores, and interests. Consumer expert Andrea Woroch says AI can save time but cautions against relying on it exclusively, noting it may miss unique finds from local small businesses. The test yields ideas for a fashion-conscious man and a fitness-minded mother, illustrating that AI is a powerful tool to speed up shopping, but should complement-not replace-human judgment during the holidays.
  • Nvidia tests location-tracking software for chips amid smuggling rumors
    December 10, 2025, 6:18 PM EST. Nvidia is reportedly testing location-tracking software to determine where its AI chips reside, starting with Blackwell chips. The optional tool monitors computing performance and server communication delays to indicate a chip's country. The news comes amid rumors that Nvidia chips were smuggled into China for use in models linked to DeepSeek; Nvidia says it has found no substantiation. Nvidia also stated it hasn't seen evidence of phantom data centers. Separately, the company received U.S. government approval to sell its H200 chips to approved customers in China, a move that does not cover Blackwell.
  • DJI Osmo Pocket 4 spotted, launch possible before year-end amid FCC filings
    December 10, 2025, 6:06 PM EST. Rumors around the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 continue to swirl after a high-resolution leak showing the newer gimbal beside the Pocket 3. The video from Igor Bogdanov hints at a larger camera and a likely retained rotatable display, though nothing confirms two cameras yet. FCC filings suggest a significant battery increase to about 1,545 mAh, a ~20% boost over the Pocket 3's cell, but exact specs remain unconfirmed until DJI's official page goes live. A launch could come before year's end, possibly two weeks before 2026 if a U.S. drone ban timing aligns. In the meantime, the Pocket 3 is discounted on Amazon (about 34% off) at around $528 as a stopgap, with Tom's Guide noting strong stabilization, 4K video, and solid build.
  • Google Extends Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL Repair Program for Display Issues
    December 10, 2025, 6:04 PM EST. Google has extended its Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL repair program to fix two display issues: a vertical line and/or screen flicker. Eligible devices that are in good condition qualify for a free repair. The program excludes water damage, major physical damage, cracked glass, and liquid intrusion; devices failing eligibility may incur a fee. If you participate, record a video of the device before shipping and back up data to avoid loss.