Tech Giants Face Pushback Over AI and Book Piracy Tech giants like Meta and Anthropic are facing increasing pushback over their use of artificial intelligence (AI) and alleged involvement in book piracy. Recently, UK experts have raised concerns about the companies’ claims of ‘fair use’ in these practices, suggesting that such defenses may not hold […]
Trump throws TikTok a lifeline again, extends sale deadline by 75 days
Trump Throws TikTok a Lifeline Again, Extends Sale Deadline by 75 Days In a breather for ByteDance, U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said he will extend the deadline for TikTok to sell its U.S. operations by 75 days. This move comes after weeks of uncertainty and speculation surrounding the popular Chinese-owned app’s future in […]
Elon Musk lets out ‘public battle’ war cry as EU mulls imposing billion dollar fine on X
Elon Musk Rallies Support Against EU’s Potential Billion-Dollar Fine on X European Union regulators are preparing to levy what could be a billion-dollar penalty against X, prompting Elon Musk to take to social media with a rallying cry against what he deems an unjust attack on innovation and progress. The EU’s move comes at a […]
OpenSNP to shut down, delete all DNA data amid growing surveillance concerns
OpenSNP to shut down, delete all DNA data amid growing surveillance concerns An open-source genetic database that thrived on community contributions will cease operations next month. OpenSNP, a platform that allowed individuals to publicly share their genetic information for research purposes, has announced its decision to shut down permanently. The move comes in response to […]
TikTok Shop launches in France, Germany and Italy
TikTok Shop Expands to France, Germany, and Italy: A Game-Changer in EU E-Commerce The e-commerce landscape in the European Union is witnessing a significant shift with the introduction of TikTok Shop in France, Germany, and Italy. Despite facing mounting scrutiny and industry backlash, TikTok is making bold strides by integrating an in-app shopping feature, revolutionizing […]
US robotics giants demand national strategy to counter China’s growing AI dominance
US Robotics Giants Call for National Strategy to Combat China’s AI Supremacy A coalition of prominent American robotics companies, including Tesla, Boston Dynamics, and Agility Robotics, urges the United States government to prioritize the development of a national strategy to counter China’s growing dominance in artificial intelligence (AI). As China continues to make significant investments […]
Google’s popular search feature gets a rival from Perplexity
Perplexity Challenges Google with AI-Powered Instant Search Rivalry In the ever-competitive landscape of artificial intelligence, Perplexity has once again stepped up its game. The tech giant, known for its innovative AI offerings, is now setting its sights on challenging Google’s popular instant search feature. This bold move marks Perplexity’s latest endeavor to solidify its position […]
OnlyFans faces penalty in UK for age check inaccuracy
OnlyFans Faces Penalty in UK for Age Check Inaccuracy In a recent turn of events, popular content subscription platform OnlyFans has found itself in hot water in the United Kingdom. The company is facing a penalty for inaccuracies in its age verification process, highlighting the increasing regulatory scrutiny that tech companies are under to enhance […]
China’s AI industry is transforming with open-source models, challenging the OpenAI proprietary approach
China’s AI Industry Embraces Open-Source Models: A Challenge to OpenAI’s Proprietary Approach In recent years, the AI industry in China has been undergoing a significant transformation, pivoting towards the adoption of open-source models. This shift marks a departure from the traditional proprietary approach championed by companies like OpenAI and signifies a new era of collaboration […]
Meta agrees to halt targeted ads in landmark UK privacy case
Meta Agrees to Halt Targeted Ads in Landmark UK Privacy Case Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently made a significant decision in response to a landmark privacy case in the UK. The tech giant has agreed to halt the use of personal data for targeted ads, following a lawsuit over data privacy concerns. This […]