OpenAI Needs More Time for ChatGPT’s New Voice Mode
OpenAI has delayed the launch of ChatGPT’s new Voice Mode, initially showcased in May, to improve its quality and functionality. This feature, which enables ChatGPT to interact with users in…
Meta Faces Error Affecting Political Content Filter on Threads and Instagram
Meta recently experienced an error that impacted its political content filter on Threads and Instagram. The key issue was that Instagram’s setting for limiting political content was resetting every time…
Apple Expands Self-Service Repair Program to Europe
Apple has announced the expansion of its self-service repair program, now available in 32 European countries, including the UK, France, and Germany. This initiative, named Apple Diagnostics for Self Service…
OpenAI Acquires Remote Collaboration Platform Multi
OpenAI has recently acquired Multi, a startup focused on enterprise-oriented, video-first collaboration. This move follows closely on the heels of OpenAI’s acquisition of Rockset, a database technology firm. According to…
Uber Locks Out NYC Drivers, Blames Pay Rule
Uber has begun locking New York City drivers out of its app during low-demand periods, while Lyft is threatening to follow suit. This action has been ongoing for the past…
ChatGPT for Mac Now Available to All macOS Users
ChatGPT, OpenAI’s widely used AI chatbot, is now accessible to all macOS users, the company announced on Tuesday, June 25. Initially revealed ahead of Apple’s WWDC 2024 in June, the…
Major Record Labels Sue AI Companies Suno and Udio for Copyright Infringement
Major record labels, including Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Records, have filed lawsuits against AI companies Suno and Udio, alleging mass copyright infringement. The lawsuits claim that these…
Used EV Prices Plunge as Buyers Pivot to Hybrid Vehicles
Used electric vehicles (EVs) are now cheaper than their gasoline counterparts, with the price gap widening sharply since early 2024. According to a recent iSeeCars report, the average price of…
EU Accuses Apple of Violating Tech Rules
European Union regulators accused Apple of breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA) for restricting App Store customers from accessing alternative options. The European Commission highlighted that Apple’s fees for developers…
AI-Altered Images of Austrian Landmarks Taken Down by Google Maps
Google removed altered images of Austrian landmarks from its Maps platform, which were uploaded by activists to illustrate the potential future impacts of climate change. The images, designed with artificial…
Starliner Crew’s Return to Earth Delayed Again Due to Technical Issues
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, participants in Boeing’s Starliner craft’s inaugural crewed mission, face further delays in their return from the International Space Station (ISS). Originally scheduled to leave…
Apple Is Not Pursuing AI Partnership with Meta, Says Bloomberg
Apple has rejected Meta Platforms’ proposal to integrate its AI chatbot into iPhones, Bloomberg News reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. The two companies engaged in brief discussions in…
Justice Department Convicts Five in Large-Scale Illegal Streaming Operation
The U.S. Department of Justice, along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Washington DC field office, has announced the conviction of five men involved in the operation of Jetflicks, an…
Apple Considers Integrating Meta’s AI into Its Devices
Apple is discussing the possibility of integrating Meta Platforms’ generative AI model into its own AI system, Apple Intelligence. This discussion marks a significant step as Apple aims to enhance…
Apple Delays AI Product Launch in EU Due to DMA Compliance Issues
Apple has announced that it will not launch its new “Apple Intelligence” AI product, along with three other features, in the European Union in 2024. The decision stems from concerns…
Snap Settles California Lawsuit for $15 Million Over Gender Discrimination Claims
Snap Inc. has consented to pay $15 million to settle allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against female employees, as announced by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). This settlement…
Amazon Takes Major Step to Eliminate Plastic Pillows from Packaging
Amazon has announced a significant environmental initiative aimed at reducing its plastic usage in packaging by phasing out the use of plastic air pillows. As of now, the e-commerce giant…
TikTok Mounts First Amendment Challenge Against US Ban Law
TikTok has initiated a challenge against a new U.S. law that potentially bans the social media platform, arguing that it violates the First Amendment. The company has presented hundreds of…
U.S. Imposes Ban on Kaspersky Software
The U.S. government, through the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security, has issued a ban on the sale of Kaspersky antivirus software, effective from July 20. This measure is…
Farmers Profit from Water Savings with Kilimo’s Help
Kilimo, a startup focused on optimizing water usage in agriculture, has developed a method that not only conserves water but also financially rewards farmers who reduce their water consumption. According…