Amazon has launched Amelia, an AI assistant for third-party sellers that recommends products and surfaces relevant descriptions. It is currently in beta and will be rolled out globally later this year.
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California residents can now store driver’s licenses and IDs in Apple Wallet, with 1.5 million eligible to join by scanning their IDs and faces for verification. Authorized digital IDs are valid at select TSA checkpoints and different venues. #DigitalID #California Image: #Apple
FTC has released a report on social media and streaming platforms, highlighting that companies like Meta, TikTok, and Twitch often store user data indefinitely. The report warns of the dangers and hints at potential future regulations.
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Apple is negotiating with JPMorgan Chase to take over the Apple Card business from Goldman Sachs, which has issued the cards since 2019. Goldman Sachs announced its exit from consumer banking in 2023, ending its partnership with Apple.
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OpenAI has launched its ‘Strawberry’ model, also called o1. It is designed for advanced reasoning and performs like a PhD student in science tasks, with enhanced abilities in coding and solving multistep problems.
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Google has released a new developer preview for Android 15, introducing a new ‘Desktop Windowing’ feature for tablets. This update allows users to freely resize and arrange apps in windows, similar to a desktop environment.
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Google has announced a $10 million deal with Holocene, a startup that aims to remove carbon dioxide from the environment. Holocene is only charging Google $100 per ton, well below the $600 industry average, making it a bargain.
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Apple introduced the iPhone 16 series with a new shutter button and A18 processor, starting at $799. The Watch Series 10 includes an OLED display and sensors, and the AirPods 4 feature the H4 chip for improved audio.
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Apple will reportedly announce the iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, and new AirPods on September 10th. The iPhones will feature larger Pro screens but similar hardware, while iOS 18.1 will introduce new AI features.
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Meta is scrapping its La Jolla headset, meant to rival Apple’s Vision Pro, due to high costs. Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth said such decisions are routine and don’t reflect the company’s broader strategy.
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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was arrested at Le Bourget airport near Paris for allegedly failing to moderate criminal activity on his app. The Russian embassy has requested consular access and protection of his rights.
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US intelligence said Monday that Iran hacked both Republican and Democratic campaigns, succeeding in compromising Trump’s campaign. Iran’s UN Mission called the claims “unsubstantiated” and demanded evidence.
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Google faces a class action lawsuit over misleading Chrome users about data collection. A federal appeals panel reversed an initial dismissal, requiring a review of user understanding. The case will now return to lower courts.
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Apple and Google wallets will soon support California driver’s licenses and state IDs, according to the state government. The feature is expected to become available sometime this fall, though the exact date has not been specified.
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Google Pixel phones since September 2017 had a “Showcase” app with a serious security flaw, allowing potential remote control of the device. The unencrypted features of the app were exposed by iVerify.
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Federal Trade Commission (@FTC) has announced that once its final rule banning fake consumer reviews, including AI-generated ones, goes into effect, it will begin crackdown against violating companies.
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