European Commission Finds X’s Blue Checkmarks Misleading
The European Union has announced that the blue checkmarks on Elon Musk’s platform, X, violate the bloc’s social media laws. These checkmarks, which cost $8 for verification, are seen as…
Fisker’s Ocean SUV Fire Sale Faces Major Objection
Fisker’s plan to sell its unsold Ocean SUVs to American Lease faces a significant obstacle as the U.S. Trustee’s office opposes the deal. This sale, crucial for keeping Fisker’s bankruptcy…
Google Translate May Soon Be Integrated into WhatsApp
WhatsApp is set to enhance its messaging platform with two new features, according to recent beta updates. The app is working on integrating Google Translate and rolling out a transcription…
Elon Musk Endorses Donald Trump After Rally Incident in Pennsylvania
Elon Musk, CEO of X (formerly Twitter), has publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump following a shooting incident at a Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Musk posted his endorsement…
Whistleblowers Urge SEC to Probe OpenAI’s NDAs
Whistleblowers have called for an SEC investigation into OpenAI’s NDAs, alleging that the agreements impose illegal restrictions on employees’ ability to communicate with government regulators. The complaint, initially filed in…
Meta Lifts Restrictions on Trump’s Social Media Accounts Ahead of 2024 Election
Meta has announced that it will no longer impose heightened suspension penalties on former President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. This decision, effective immediately, aims to ensure all presidential…
Google Reportedly Eyeing Largest Acquisition with Wiz for $23 Billion
Google is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire the cybersecurity startup Wiz for $23 billion, marking the tech giant’s largest acquisition to date. The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday,…
Australia to Enact Anti-Scam Law Targeting Internet Giants by Year-End
Australia will introduce a law by the end of the year mandating internet companies to proactively prevent scams or face substantial fines, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission…
YouTube Rolls Out New Tools for Shorts Creators
Amid growing competition with TikTok and Reels, YouTube unveiled a series of new features on Thursday, July 11, aimed at enhancing its short-form video platform, YouTube Shorts. In a video…
Apple Promotes Apple Watch for Kids Amid Smartphone Restrictions in Schools
Apple has launched a new marketing campaign promoting the Apple Watch as an ideal device for kids, aiming to help parents stay connected with their children. The campaign introduces the…
WhatsApp Business Adjusts Rates to Curb Marketing Spam
WhatsApp Business is implementing new per-conversation rates aimed at reducing marketing spam. The updated pricing structure decreases rates for utility messages and increases rates for marketing messages. Meta, the parent…
Meta to Expand VR Access to Younger Users with Parental Controls
On Wednesday, July 10, Meta has announced that users aged 10 to 12 will soon be able to interact with others in virtual reality (VR) with their parents’ approval. This…
Apple Vision Pro Hits Shelves in Five New Regions
Apple’s Vision Pro, the company’s mixed reality headset, is now available in more countries outside the United States. Starting Friday, June 12, customers in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the…
Microsoft Ends Its Role as Observer on OpenAI Board
Microsoft announced that it is relinquishing its observer seat on the OpenAI board due to increasing regulatory scrutiny of generative artificial intelligence in Europe and the U.S. This decision follows…
Apple Issues Spyware Attack Warning to iPhone Users in 98 Countries
Apple has issued a new round of threat notifications to iPhone users across 98 countries, warning them of potential mercenary spyware attacks. This is the second such alert campaign from…
CNN Prepares for Digital Future with Job Cuts
CNN is making significant changes as it prepares for a future beyond cable TV. On Wednesday morning, CEO Mark Thompson announced in a memo to staff that the company would…
Astronauts Confident in Boeing’s Starliner Despite Delays Push Return to August
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, aboard Boeing’s Starliner capsule, might remain in space until mid-August as engineers work through technical issues delaying their return. The mission, which began on…
Judge Rules Elon Musk Not Liable for $500 Million Severance to Ex-Twitter Employees
A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s company, X Corp., does not owe $500 million in severance to former Twitter employees. This decision came from a lawsuit filed after…
Spotify Rivals YouTube with New Podcast Comment Feature
Spotify has introduced a new interactive feature called podcast comments, allowing listeners to leave comments on any episode page that supports it. This feature aims to foster a sense of…
Bumble Users Can Now Report AI-Generated Profiles to Combat Scams
Bumble has introduced a new feature allowing users to report profiles suspected of using AI-generated photos and videos. This addition aims to curb the growing issue of fake profiles on…