AI rout exposes Wall Street’s $270 billion speculation machine

A recent tech sell-off exposed how modern speculation amplifies both rallies and reversals. Retail investors’ enthusiasm for leveraged products tied to AI chips and SpaceX, alongside financial engineering in crypto, led to rapid gains and equally swift losses. These products, designed for faster, more concentrated bets, are increasingly shaping market dynamics, bringing a casino-like element…

European shares slip as tech selloff bites, Zalando slides

European markets retreated from record highs Friday, with tech stocks mirroring global weakness. Zalando shares plunged after a German probe into its accounts, impacting the retail sector. Investors grappled with AI’s uncertain impact on tech, while chipmakers saw declines. Despite the dip, the STOXX 600 managed modest weekly gains, buoyed by easing oil concerns and…

Forget scrolling, DoorDash’s new AI chatbot lets you order dinner like you’re chatting with a friend

DoorDash on June 11th launched a new AI-powered chatbot that lets users order food, groceries, and restaurant reservations using simple prompts and photos. The feature marks a shift toward conversational commerce, where AI understands user intent and handles tasks directly. From turning recipe photos into shopping carts to helping users discover meals through natural conversations,…

The voice taking your McDonald’s order may not be human anymore

McDonald’s is testing a new Google-backed AI drive-thru ordering system capable of handling customer conversations, processing orders, and supporting restaurant operations. While the technology is still in its early stages, the experiment highlights a broader shift taking place across the fast-food industry as companies increasingly look to artificial intelligence to improve speed, efficiency, and customer…