Topic: gen z users

  • FTC: Sendit app tricked kids and illegally harvested their data

    FTC: Sendit app tricked kids and illegally harvested their data

    The FTC alleges Sendit engaged in deceptive practices by creating fake messages to trick young users into purchasing subscriptions and misrepresenting a $9.99 weekly charge as a one-time fee. Sendit is accused of violating child privacy laws (COPPA) by collecting personal data from users under 13...

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  • Find Your Perfect Fit with Pinterest's New AI Shopping Assistant

    Find Your Perfect Fit with Pinterest's New AI Shopping Assistant

    Pinterest has launched a conversational AI shopping assistant that uses voice commands to provide personalized recommendations from users' saved content and on-screen items. The assistant operates exclusively through voice interactions, offering audio descriptions of suggestions without an option...

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  • Google's Mixboard: Create AI Mood Boards Instantly

    Google's Mixboard: Create AI Mood Boards Instantly

    Google has launched Mixboard, a public beta AI tool that generates mood boards from text prompts, positioning it as a competitor to platforms like Pinterest. The tool uses Google's generative AI model Nano Banana to create, edit, and refine visuals, streamlining creative brainstorming for project...

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  • China's AI Boyfriend Craze: When Virtual Love Goes Viral

    China's AI Boyfriend Craze: When Virtual Love Goes Viral

    A significant trend in China sees millions, particularly young women, using AI companion apps to create and nurture virtual romantic relationships, seeking emotional connection through customizable digital partners. Chinese AI companion platforms are strategically targeting female users, monetizi...

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