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BigTech Companies

Nintendo Wins Damages from Genki Over 3D-Printed Switch 2

Nintendo has settled its legal dispute with Genki over unauthorized use of Switch 2 branding and a detailed mockup, requiring…

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AI & Tech

Sam Altman: Bots Are Making Social Media Feel “Fake”

Sam Altman expressed concern that the distinction between human and AI-generated content on social media has become so blurred that…

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BigTech Companies

EchoStar Sells $17B Satellite Spectrum to SpaceX in Landmark Deal

EchoStar has sold $17 billion in wireless spectrum licenses to SpaceX to enhance satellite-based cellular connectivity, including next-generation Starlink services.…

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BigTech Companies

Google: Open Web in “Rapid Decline”

Google's court filing admits the open web is in rapid decline, contradicting its public statements about a healthy online ecosystem.…

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Artificial Intelligence

Google’s AI Mode Now Supports Multiple Languages

Google's AI Mode now supports Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese, expanding its global reach after launching in 180…

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Artificial Intelligence

Motion raises $38M to build the Microsoft Office of AI agents

Harry Qi co-founded Motion, an AI-powered calendaring and task management app, after leaving a lucrative finance career to pursue meaningful…

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BigTech Companies

Is the Web Thriving or Dying? Google’s Uncertain Stance

Google presents conflicting views on the health of the open web, with executives publicly claiming it is thriving while legal…

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BigTech Companies

SpaceX Buys $17B EchoStar Spectrum for Starlink Phone Service

SpaceX has acquired $17 billion in wireless spectrum assets from EchoStar to enhance its Starlink network and support its Direct…

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Artificial Intelligence

Discover Music Faster with Spotify’s New Smart Filters

Spotify has introduced smart filters for Premium subscribers, enabling music sorting by mood, activity, or genre, and enhancing discovery of…

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Artificial Intelligence

State AGs Warn OpenAI: Fix Child Safety or Forfeit For-Profit Plans

State attorneys general have warned OpenAI to enhance child safety protocols or risk facing obstacles in its transition to for-profit…

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AI & Tech

The Hidden Forever Chemicals in Your Computer Chips

Forever chemicals (PFAS) are persistent in the environment and human tissue, with widespread exposure linked to serious health issues like…

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Automotive

GM Slows EV Production Ahead of Tax Credit Expiration

General Motors is reducing production of key electric vehicle models due to an anticipated drop in consumer demand, particularly as…

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Artificial Intelligence

Visa’s AI-Powered Payments Expand to More Apps with MCP Support

Visa has expanded its Intelligent Commerce platform to support the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling developers to create smarter, AI-driven…

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Business

Sextortion Spyware: Webcam Pics Snapped During Porn Viewing

A new spyware called Stealerium automates the capture of compromising images by monitoring online activity for adult content keywords and…

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Automotive

Electric Truck Savings: It’s All About When You Charge

Transitioning to electric fleets requires evaluating charging logistics, operational downtime, and electricity rates, as long-term savings depend on strategic energy…

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AI & Tech

Can OpenAI Be Trusted? The Push for AI Accountability

OpenAI's corporate structure and mission commitment are under scrutiny, raising questions about AI governance, profit motives, and ethical responsibility. The…

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Newswire

FCC Chair, Ted Cruz Block Wi-Fi Hotspots for Schoolchildren

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and Senator Ted Cruz are collaborating to block federal funding for a Biden-era program that provides…

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Artificial Intelligence

LLM Traffic Rivals Organic Search for Conversions: New Study

A study found that LLM referrals do not convert significantly better than organic search, with conversion rates of 4.87% and…

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BigTech Companies

Google’s New Android Look Expands to More Pixel Phones

Google's Material 3 Expressive design update expands to Pixel 6 series and newer models, introducing a more customizable and playful…

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BigTech Companies

Google’s Material 3 Expressive UI Now on Pixel 6 and Newer Models

Google is rolling out the Material 3 Expressive interface to Pixel 6 and newer models, offering a refreshed visual design…

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