Trump Shares AI-Generated Endorsements from Taylor Swift
Former President Donald Trump recently shared AI-generated images on Truth Social, his platform, falsely suggesting that pop star Taylor Swift and her fans are endorsing his 2024 presidential campaign. These…
Opera One Expands to iOS with AI Features and Mobile Optimization
Opera has expanded its AI-driven web browser, Opera One, to iOS devices. Originally launched for desktop, Opera One focuses on generative AI features and is now available for users on…
OpenAI Dismantles Iranian Operation for Misusing ChatGPT to Generate Fake News
OpenAI announced on Friday, August 16, that it had identified and dismantled an Iranian influence operation, named Storm-2035, which was using ChatGPT to generate fake news articles and social media…
Ikea Expands AI-Powered Drones to U.S. Warehouses
Ikea is advancing its technology in warehouse operations by introducing AI-upgraded stock-counting drones to the United States. The Swedish furniture giant announced that these autonomous drones will soon be deployed…
Google Faces Backlash Over New Pixel Influencer Program
Google’s efforts to promote its new Pixel 9 devices through the Team Pixel influencer program have sparked controversy after the company introduced new terms that some creators found overly restrictive…
X Shuts Down Operations in Brazil but Continues Service for Users
X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, has announced the immediate cessation of its business operations in Brazil. Despite this closure, the platform will continue to be accessible…
Court Ruling Puts Venu Sports Streaming Service on Hold
The launch of Venu Sports, a planned streaming service by Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery, has been halted following a federal judge’s ruling in favor of FuboTV. U.S. District…
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch May Be Pushed to Mid-2025 or Later
Nintendo’s next console, widely referred to as “Switch 2,” may not arrive until mid-2025 or even later, despite earlier speculation about an early 2025 release. According to Chris Dring, head…
Meta Updates Threads with New Insights and Draft Options
Meta’s social media platform, Threads, has announced the rollout of several new features designed to enhance the experience for creators and businesses, particularly in building followings and connecting with audiences.…
Google’s Imagen 3 AI Tool Now Open to U.S. Users
Google has extended access to its AI text-to-image generator, Imagen 3, to users across the U.S. through its AI Test Kitchen and Vertex AI platform. This move was first noted…
California State IDs Can Soon Be Stored in Apple and Google Wallets
California residents will soon be able to store their driver’s licenses and state IDs in their Apple Wallet and Google Wallet apps, as announced by Governor Gavin Newsom’s office. This…
Google Expands AI Overviews Feature to Six New Countries
Google is expanding its AI Overviews feature, which summarizes complex questions at the top of traditional search results, to six additional countries: India, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, and the United…
Tesla Begins Hiring for 1950s-Style Diner in West Hollywood
Tesla appears to be moving forward with its plan to open a 1950s-style diner, an idea long championed by CEO Elon Musk. The company has posted a job listing for…
Apple Opens Up NFC Access to Third-Party Developers
Apple is expanding access to its NFC (near field communication) capabilities, allowing third-party developers to integrate contactless payment and other NFC-based functionalities into their apps. Starting with the release of…
FTC Finalizes Rule to Combat Fake Online Reviews
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a new rule to combat the widespread issue of fake online reviews, including those generated by artificial intelligence (AI). The rule, unanimously approved…
Congress Calls Out Zuckerberg Over Drug Ads on Facebook and Instagram
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has sent a letter to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, expressing serious concerns about the continued presence of illicit drug advertisements on Facebook and Instagram.…
Apple Approves Spotify’s Request to Display Prices in EU iOS App
Spotify has announced that it will now display pricing information for its services within its app on Apple devices in the European Union, starting Wednesday, August 14. This change follows…
Twitch Expands Story Features with Video Stories
Twitch has announced the rollout of video stories, aiming to expand its platform’s capabilities and challenge Instagram. This new feature allows streamers to create or upload 60-second videos directly from…
SoundCloud Launches Platform for Artists to Create and Sell Merch
SoundCloud has launched a new merchandise marketplace called the SoundCloud Store, marking its entry into the merchandising space. This store will not only feature SoundCloud-themed items but will also serve…
Judge Vows to Tear Down Barriers in Google Play Store Monopoly
Judge James Donato has made it clear that Google will face consequences for its Android app store’s monopolistic practices, following a federal jury’s ruling eight months ago in the Epic…