Meta pauses teen access to AI characters ahead of new version
Meta announced today it is temporarily pausing teen access to its AI characters across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp globally. The move, impacting users identified as under 18, comes as the…
Google Photos’ latest feature lets you meme yourself
Google Photos has launched a new experimental feature called “Me Meme” that allows users to insert themselves into popular meme templates using generative artificial intelligence. Initially available to users in…
Researchers say Russian government hackers were behind attempted Poland power outage
A recent attempted cyberattack on Poland’s energy infrastructure has been linked to Sandworm, a hacking group associated with Russian military intelligence. The attack, which occurred in late December, targeted heat…
What to know about Netflix’s landmark acquisition of Warner Bros.
The streaming landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as Netflix, the dominant force in the industry with over 325 million subscribers, has agreed to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s (WBD) film…
The Rippling/Deel corporate spying scandal may have taken another wild turn
The HR technology sector is facing heightened scrutiny as the Department of Justice reportedly launched a criminal investigation into Deel, a rapidly growing payroll and HR startup. The probe centers…
Who’s behind AMI Labs, Yann LeCun’s ‘world model’ startup
Yann LeCun’s new AI startup, AMI Labs, is making waves in the artificial intelligence community. The company, founded by the renowned AI scientist after his departure from Meta, has officially…
TikTok users freak out over app’s ‘immigration status’ collection — here’s what it means
TikTok users in the United States are expressing widespread concern over recent updates to the app’s privacy policy. The changes, delivered via an in-app message, detail the types of data…
Apple iPhone just had its best year in India as the smartphone market stays broadly flat
Apple’s iPhone is experiencing significant growth in India, poised to ship approximately 14 million units in 2025. This surge in popularity comes as the overall Indian smartphone market remains largely…
Legal AI giant Harvey acquires Hexus as competition heats up in legal tech
Legal AI startup Harvey has acquired Hexus, a company specializing in product demonstration and training tools, as it seeks to bolster its capabilities and maintain a competitive edge in the…
How PopWheels helped a food cart ditch generators for e-bike batteries
New York City’s iconic food carts, known for their diverse culinary offerings, may soon be powered by a cleaner, quieter energy source. A Brooklyn-based startup, PopWheels, is piloting a program…