Week in Review: Nintendo unveils the Switch 2 | TechCrunch
Apr 05, 2025 - techcrunch.com
The Week in Review covers a range of tech news, including the release of Nintendo's Switch 2, which aims to improve upon its beloved predecessor but faces potential preorder delays in the U.S. due to tariffs. OpenAI's new image-generating tool might cause product delays, while Zach Yadegari, despite his achievements, was not accepted into top universities. The Trump administration fired key NSA leaders, and Amazon introduced Nova Act, an AI agent for online shopping. Concerns arise over ChatGPT's image generator being used for fake receipts, and Rippling's lawsuit against Deel reveals espionage claims. Epic Games' CEO criticized Apple and Google, Zelle is shutting down its app, and Plaid's valuation dropped significantly.
The analysis section highlights Elon Musk's political involvement with President Trump, which has led to uncertainty for Tesla, as seen in its disappointing delivery numbers. The piece questions whether Tesla's brand can recover from this association. Karyne Levy, TechCrunch's deputy managing editor, has a background in managing newsrooms and producing tech content, with previous roles at Protocol, Scribd, NerdWallet, Business Insider, and CNET.
Key takeaways:
Nintendo released the Switch 2, but U.S. preorders might be delayed due to tariffs.
OpenAI's new image-generating tool could cause product delays, but the company plans to release o3.
Amazon introduced Nova Act, an AI agent that can perform actions on a web browser, including a "Buy for Me" feature.
Rippling is suing Deel for alleged spying, with details suggesting potential Hollywood interest.
