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…
Instagram Fails to Address Hate Speech Against Female Politicians
Instagram is facing criticism for its failure to remove hate speech directed at female politicians as the 2024 election approaches, according to a report released by the Center for Countering…
Threads May Soon Allow Users to Post Content With a 24-Hour Lifespan
Meta is working on a new feature for its Threads platform that could introduce disappearing posts, offering users a way to make their posts, along with all replies, vanish after…
Made by Google 2024: New Pixel 9 Phones, AI-Powered Features, and More
Google’s Made by Google 2024 event has wrapped up, bringing a slew of announcements that emphasize the company’s focus on AI integration across its devices and services. This year’s event,…
Texas Judge Who Owns Tesla Shares Recuses from X’s Advertiser Case
U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor has stepped down from overseeing X’s antitrust lawsuit against several major advertisers, just days after a report revealed that he owns stock in Tesla, the…
Score, the Dating App Focused on Credit Health, Shuts Down After Six Months
Score, a dating app designed for individuals with good to excellent credit, officially shut down in early August, according to the company’s confirmation to TechCrunch. Initially launched as a temporary,…
TikTok Introduces Group Chats and Custom Stickers in DMs
TikTok is expanding its platform by introducing group chats, a feature that allows users to engage in conversations with up to 32 people directly within the app. This new functionality,…
Trump and Musk’s Live Stream on X Crashes
Elon Musk’s highly anticipated live interview with former President Donald Trump on X Spaces faced significant technical challenges, leading to a delayed start and widespread frustration among users. The event,…
Microsoft to Retire Paint 3D as Focus Shifts to Classic Paint App
Microsoft will officially retire its Paint 3D app later this year, marking the end of a bold, though ultimately underwhelming, attempt to modernize its classic Paint application. A banner has…
Elon Musk Defends Oil Industry in Conversation with Trump
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and owner of X (formerly Twitter), interviewed former President Donald Trump on Monday evening, covering a range of topics including an assassination attempt on Trump,…
Patreon Must Shift to Apple’s Billing System to Stay on App Store
Apple has mandated that Patreon, a platform that allows creators to offer paid memberships to their fans, must switch to Apple’s in-app purchase system by November 2024 or face removal…
Meta and UMG Target Unauthorized AI Music in New Agreement
Meta and Universal Music Group (UMG) have taken a significant step in addressing the challenges posed by AI-generated music. In their newly expanded multi-year music licensing agreement, the two companies…
Donald Trump and Elon Musk to Engage in Unscripted Live Conversation on X
Elon Musk and Donald Trump are set for a live conversation on X’s Spaces this Monday, August 12, 2024, at 5 PM PT/8 PM ET. The interview, announced by Trump…
CrowdStrike Accepts the “Most Epic Fail” Award at Def Con
CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, found itself in an unusual spotlight as it accepted the “Most Epic Fail” award at this year’s Pwnie Awards. The recognition comes in the wake…
Susan Wojcicki, Former YouTube CEO, Passes Away at 56
Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube and a trailblazing figure in Silicon Valley, has died at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with non-small cell lung cancer.…