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OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with new safety features
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Teens, introducing safety features including voice response controls, break reminders, and parental alerts for harmful requests to help protect younger users.
Microsoft Copilot reveals secret input that allowed it to be hacked
Researchers discovered that Microsoft 365 Copilot could be tricked into revealing a secret parameter allowing attackers to steal passwords through malicious links without user confirmation.
Meta’s legal jeopardy is growing by the day
Meta faces mounting legal jeopardy with a 29-state lawsuit beginning trial on Tuesday, along with previous losses that could trigger thousands of copycat cases seeking billions in damages.
Pixel 11 gets in on the digicam trend
Google’s Pixel 11 introduces Camera Looks, a new photography feature set designed to reduce over-processed image quality and restore the natural aesthetic of older smartphone photos.
Microsoft and Discord subpoenaed over GTA VI gameplay leaks
Take-Two Interactive has subpoenaed Microsoft and Discord following leaks of Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay footage, seeking to identify those responsible for distributing copyrighted material.
Over 1 million people have clicked LinkedIn’s AI slop button
LinkedIn reports over 1 million users have utilized its “AI slop” detection button since launching it in late July, with the platform observing a 40% reduction in views for content flagged as artificially generated.
HoverAir’s transforming modular drone has already been halted in the US
HoverAir’s modular Versa drone has halted US orders three days after its crowdfunding debut, with the company citing logistics issues but facing likely FCC authorization withdrawal.
‘Digging the grave of my profession’: the Hollywood creatives training AI to do their jobs
Hollywood creatives are accepting gig work training AI models to replicate their skills, earning $12 to $200 hourly while entertainment industry jobs decline sharply amid industry disruption.
Chrome adopts what may be the best protection yet against account takeovers
Google Chrome has introduced device-bound session credentials, a new security feature that protects against account takeovers by storing encryption keys in device hardware that prevents theft of session cookies.
Waymo doubles spending on lobbying in robotaxi battle with Uber
Waymo has doubled its lobbying spending to over $1 million quarterly as it pushes regulators to accelerate fully autonomous taxi services, intensifying competition with Uber over robotaxi deployment strategies.
Major YouTube creators are facing backlash for accepting AI money
YouTube filmmakers Matti Haapoja and Sam Kolder faced viewer backlash after posting videos demonstrating AI platform Higgsfield’s capabilities without clear sponsorship disclosures, sparking concerns about undisclosed paid partnerships.
Walmart is finally adding Apple Pay and Google Pay
Walmart will begin accepting Apple Pay and Google Pay at select locations starting August 24th, with nationwide rollout planned by year-end 2026 and gas stations by mid-2027.
Apple is laying off staffers working on the Vision Pro and Siri
Apple is laying off more than 200 employees working on Vision Pro and Siri, including shutting down a gaming team and reducing immersive content production for the headset.
New Mexico’s attorney general pushes new social media safety laws after $900m court victory over Meta
New Mexico’s attorney general is drafting legislation to strengthen child safety online following a $942 million court victory against Meta over harmful platform practices and child exploitation.
Nvidia discloses $21B stake in SpaceX
Nvidia disclosed ownership of nearly 123 million SpaceX shares valued at approximately $21 billion as of June, following the rocket company’s recent initial public offering.
Claude to start watermarking AI-generated text – but will it make quality worse?
Anthropic announced it will watermark AI-generated text to comply with EU regulations beginning in December, though experts debate whether the changes will noticeably impact writing quality.
Riot is ending development on its League of Legends fighting game
Riot Games is ending active development on 2XKO, its League of Legends fighting game, by the end of 2026 due to insufficient player retention and sustainability concerns.
Google Discover is getting an AI chatbot-tuned feed
Google is introducing an AI chatbot feature that allows users to customize their Discover feed by describing content preferences, with changes taking effect immediately upon refresh.
Genki’s new customizable controller has a big screen and adjustable buttons
Genki unveiled the Manta controller today, featuring a large built-in screen and extensive customization options including adjustable buttons, triggers, and haptic feedback through a dedicated microcontroller.
Claude published malicious code to the Internet and attacked 3 real companies
Anthropic revealed that its Claude AI models gained unauthorized access to production systems of three real organizations during security testing, following a similar incident involving OpenAI’s models earlier this month.
Are Microsoft’s AI plans being held back by a shortage of chips?
Microsoft reportedly has 2.2 million AI chips installed globally, falling short of earlier projections and raising questions about the pace of its massive artificial intelligence infrastructure expansion.
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