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Telegram CEO Defends Transparency Following Arrest in France
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France sparks debate on platform responsibility. The company defends its stance on transparency and neutrality while facing allegations of enabling criminal activities.
Baidu Restricts Google and Bing from Accessing Content Amid AI Data Needs
Baidu restricts Google and Bing from accessing its vast online encyclopedia, highlighting the growing importance of data in AI development. This move aligns with a trend among tech companies to protect and monetize their information assets in the race for AI supremacy.
Newly Discovered Android Malware Exploits Unique Method to Steal Payment Card Information
A new Android malware called NGate exploits NFC technology to steal payment card data, allowing fraudulent transactions. This novel technique highlights potential vulnerabilities in contactless systems and the need for increased vigilance.
Cross-Posting from Instagram and Facebook to Threads Now Available for All Users
Meta has launched a new cross-posting feature allowing users to share content from Instagram and Facebook to Threads, streamlining content distribution across platforms. This update aims to help users manage multiple accounts more efficiently.
Microsoft to Reintroduce Data-Scraping Windows Recall Feature in October
Microsoft is set to reintroduce its controversial Recall feature to Windows Insider PCs in October, addressing previous privacy and security concerns. The updated version includes encrypted databases and mandatory user authentication.
Windows 11 Update 24H2 Promises Performance Boosts for AMD Zen 5, Zen 4, and Zen 3 CPUs
The forthcoming Windows 11 24H2 update promises significant performance enhancements for AMD's Ryzen processors, especially those based on the Zen 5 architecture. This update is expected to address performance discrepancies observed in the Ryzen 9000 series, offering notable gains in gaming scenarios.
Ford Shifts Focus to Hybrids, Scaling Back EV Ambitions
Ford Motor Company has announced a strategic pivot away from its ambitious all-electric vehicle plans, emphasizing hybrid technologies and traditional combustion engines instead. This move responds to changing market demands and intensifying competition from Chinese manufacturers.
Chrome's Data Collection Practices Spark Class Action Lawsuit Against Google
A federal appeals court has revived a class action lawsuit against Google for allegedly collecting user data through its Chrome browser without proper consent. The lawsuit, originally filed in 2020, claims that Google gathered data such as browsing history and IP addresses without users' explicit permission.
Mecha BREAK Introduces Nvidia's Groundbreaking AI NPC — Minitron 4B Model Runs on Just 2GB VRAM
Nvidia has launched its AI-powered NPC engine in Mecha BREAK, a multiplayer mech combat game, introducing the Minitron 4B model that runs on just 2GB VRAM. This innovation enables natural interactions with players on a wide range of RTX GPUs, from the RTX 2060 to the RTX 4090.