YouTube Expands Partnership with Shopify to Compete with TikTok Shop
YouTube is stepping up its competition with TikTok Shop by expanding its partnership with Shopify, significantly broadening the YouTube Shopping affiliate program. This expansion, announced on Tuesday, August 20, allows…
Microsoft Expands Accessible Gaming with Xbox Adaptive Joystick
Microsoft has unveiled a new addition to its accessibility-focused gaming hardware lineup with the introduction of the Xbox Adaptive Joystick, set to launch in early 2025 for $29.99. This wired…
ElevenLabs Takes Reader App Worldwide with 32 Supported Languages
ElevenLabs, a startup focused on developing AI-powered tools for creating and editing synthetic voices, has globally launched its text-to-speech app, Reader, expanding its availability to support 32 languages. Initially launched…
Microsoft Unveils Unified Teams App for Seamless Account Switching
Microsoft has launched a new unified Teams app for Windows 11, Windows 10, and macOS, enabling users to easily switch between personal and work accounts. This new development provides a…
Shein Accuses Temu of Copyright Infringement and Counterfeiting
Shein has filed a comprehensive lawsuit against its rival Temu, accusing the fast-fashion retailer of engaging in widespread copyright infringement, counterfeiting, and intellectual property theft. This legal action, taken in…
Authors File Class-Action Lawsuit Against Anthropic
Anthropic, an AI startup backed by Amazon, is now facing a class-action lawsuit in California federal court, with allegations of copyright infringement at the core of the case. Authors Accuse…
OpenAI Announces Content Partnership with Condé Nast
OpenAI has announced a partnership with Condé Nast, allowing its AI-powered products, such as ChatGPT and SearchGPT, to feature and display content from several of Condé Nast’s prominent publications, including…
Zoom Now Supports Up to One Million Attendees Following Large Political Fundraisers
Zoom has significantly increased its capacity for webinar calls, now allowing up to one million simultaneous participants, following a series of massive fundraising events held to support Vice President Kamala…
Amazon UK Warehouses See 1,400 Ambulance Callouts in a Five-Year Span
Amazon’s UK warehouses have experienced over 1,400 ambulance callouts within the past five years, raising significant concerns about safety at the company’s facilities. Data obtained by the Observer reveals that…
Waymo Prepares for Colder Climates with 6th-Gen Autonomous Tech
Waymo has unveiled its sixth-generation autonomous driving system, designed to enhance the capabilities of its robotaxi service by operating efficiently in harsher climates and more complex traffic conditions. This significant…
GM Restructures Software Division with 1,000 Workforce Reduction
General Motors (GM) is laying off over 1,000 salaried employees globally in its software and services division as part of a strategic move to streamline operations and focus on high-priority…
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.…