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China subsidizes energy costs for companies that use home-grown AI chips, OpenAI refutes claims that ChatGPT will no longer provide medical or legal advice, and Microsoft acknowledged incorrect end-of-support dates for Windows 10. Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China suspends export control on rare earth metals, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) will continue the investigation on proposed merger of Getty Images and Shutterstock, and the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build introduces 'Shared Audio' to enable two Bluetooth devices to connect at the same time.Check out the show notes here. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazon CEO says recent layoffs weren’t driven by AI, Denmark drops mandatory scanning CSAM plan, Samsung and Nvidia parter on AI Megafactory"Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple plans to integrate more third-party AI tools into Siri, Netflix explores acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming business, and Uber and Kroger partner to expand restaurant and grocery delivery services.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beijing will cooperate with Washington to "properly resolve" issues regarding the divestiture of TikTok's U.S. operations, WhatsApp is introducing passkey support for encrypted chat backups, and UMG and Stability AI have partnered to create AI-powered music creation tools.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Character.AI will block open-ended chats for users under 18-years-old, Cameo sues OpenAI over brand dilution, and YouTube will AI-upscale videos on tv for content uploaded below 1080p.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Microsoft has acquired a 27% stake in OpenA and approves its for profit restructuring, Apple reached a market value of over $4 trillion, and Grokipedia launches with 885,000 articles.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Gurman reports Apple plans to bring advertising to Apple Maps, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission announced legal action against Microsoft over hidden pricing options, and ads on Samsung smart fridges launch November 3rd.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Netflix shuts down Boss Fight Entertainment, new Firefox extensions must disclose any user data collection, OpenAI developing AI model for music from text or audio prompts.Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The European Commission has accused Meta and TikTok of violating the Digital Services Act, Intel's revenue rose 3% year-over-year to $13.7 billion, and a federal court has ordered Meta to release internal documents related to teen harm.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Microsoft has set a challenging 30% profit margin goal for its Xbox Gaming division, OpenAI has revealed a series of upcoming features for ChatGPT Atlas, and Amazon has relaunched its Luna game streaming service.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas web browser, public figures sign "Statement on Superintelligence”, Apple reportedly cuts orders for the iPhone Air.Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazon plans to automate 600,000+ US jobs by 2033, NASA is considering reopening the lunar lander contract competition, and HBO Max has increased prices for all its plans.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adobe launches Adobe AI Foundry, X launches a new username marketplace, iPhone 17 sales 14% higher than iPhone 16.Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple signs 5-year deal with Formula 1, WhatsApp tests sending limits to curb spam, Lyft announces technology hub in Toronto.Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A U.S. Representative voiced “Very Serious” concerns about licensing TikTok’s algorithm, Meta is implementing new AI safety features for teens, and Micron will stop providing server chips to Chinese data centers.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple updates the iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and MacBook Pro with the new M5 chip, Threads now includes group messaging for up to 50 individuals, and Microsoft introduces new Copilot AI features.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spotify announces a partnership with Netflix to bring video podcasts to the streaming network, OpenAI to allow more mature conversations with ChatGPT for "verified adults", and Waymo plans to launch its driverless ride-hailing service in London in 2026.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TiVo has ceased sales of its DVR set-top boxes, Apple is rebranding its streaming service, Apple TV Plus, to "Apple TV", and SpaceX's Starship and Super Heavy rocket successfully completed a test launch.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dutch Government takes control of Netherlands-based Chinese Chip Manufacturer using the "Goods Availability Act", Taiwan expects no significant impact from China's updated rare earth export rules, and Apple discontinues social media video editing app Clips.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple hikes bug bounty program payouts, Austria rules Microsoft violated EU privacy law, Microsoft sells Windows XP-themed Crocs.Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) designated Google as having "strategic market status" in search, China's State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) will investigate Qualcomm's acquisition of Autotalks, and Bloomberg reports Instagram is exploring a dedicated TV app. Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discord reported that 70,000 users’ data may have been compromised, Verizon is acquiring the millimeter wave specializing ISP Starry, and OpenAI is expanding its affordable ChatGPT Go plan in Asia.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tesla's new "affordable" Model Y and 3 face skepticism due to high costs, Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price increase is paused in specific markets, and Google's new Gemini 2.5 Computer Use model helps AI agents interact with user interfaces more effectively.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OpenAI unveils Interactive Applications directly within ChatGPT, Anthropic and IBM teamed up to put Anthropic's Claude AI models into IBM's software, and India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will allow payments to be approved using facial recognition and fingerprints.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OpenAI announced a partnership with AMD to provide six gigawatts of computing power for AI datacenters, video generation app Sora adds protections for user cameos, and Discord disclosed a third-party customer service data breach.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple and Google pull the Red Dot app from stores, Indonesia suspends TikTok's electronic systems registration, Meta to use onversations with AI chatbots for ads. Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple has removed the ICEBlock app and similar applications from its App Store, Indonesia has suspended TikTok's electronic systems registration, and Instagram is testing a new home tab featuring Reels prominently.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple is shifting its focus from a Vision Pro overhaul to smart glasses development, OpenAI completed a $6.6 billion secondary share sale, and Meta plans to use user conversations with its AI chatbots to personalize ads.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK government has again ordered Apple to create a backdoor for British users' cloud data, a federal judge denied requests from Apple, Google, and Meta to dismiss lawsuits over gambling apps, and PayPal and Venmo users will be able to send money to each other.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spotify founder Daniel Ek is stepping down as CEO to become executive chairman, CoreWeave has announced a $14 billion agreement with Meta to provide computing power, and OpenAI is reportedly developing a new social media app, similar to TikTok.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK Government supports a loan for Jaguar Land Rover to aid recovery from a cyberattack, EA announced a definitive agreement to be acquired for approximately $55 billion, and Microsoft brings "vibe working" to Microsoft 365 Copilot.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US approves $14B deal to transfer TikTok’s U.S. operations to new joint venture, Microsoft Edge beefs up security, Anthropic triples international workforce. Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An executive order has been signed approving the sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations, Meta is introducing ad-free versions of Facebook and Instagram in the UK for a monthly fee, and OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Pulse.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Microsoft is offering free Extended Security Updates for Windows 10 users in the European Economic Area, Search Live, a new AI-powered feature, is now available to Google app users in the U.S., and Waymo has introduced "Waymo for Business" in LA, San Francisco, and Phoenix.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Australia's eSafety Commission expands reach of social media ban for under-16s to more services, Google Photos on Android can now edit photos with AI in natural language, and robo-umpires are joining Major League Baseball.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia plans to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, Google is integrating its Gemini assistant into specific Google TV smart TVs, and Meta created a new super PAC to combat restrictive AI.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US government adds Meta's Llama AI to the approved AI tools list for federal agencies, Montblanc announces a Digital Paper writing tablet, and more price hikes to come for Xbox units in the US.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China approves a deal to separate TikTok from ByteDance? Technical mishaps behind Meta’s Ray Ban Display demos? OpenAI poaching Apple talent?  Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia Corp. announced a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) investment to bolster the UK's artificial intelligence sector, Google is preparing a significant Chrome update that will integrate Gemini-powered AI features throughout the browser, and Hyundai’s CEO distanced the company from an ICE raid at an LG Energy Solutions battery factory in Georgia.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia has invested $5 billion in Intel, becoming a major shareholder, Meta's new Ray-Ban Display smart glasses are now available for pre-order, and Google Nano Banana is a hit in India.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cyberspace Administration of China orders tech firms to cancel orders of Nvidia chips, Nvidia and Google announce investment in the UK, and LimeWire purchases Fyre Festival branding off eBay.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The U.S. version of TikTok may continue to use the Chines version of the Algorithm, a U.S. Court of Appeals denied Google's request to pause Play Store reforms, and Microsoft is integrating Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 4 into Visual Studio Code for GitHub Copilot.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Penske Media Corporation, publisher of The Hollywood Reporter and Rolling Stone, sued Google over AI summaries, OpenAI publishes a study on users and use cases of ChatGPT, and Spotify adds features for free users.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mastodon set to roll out quote posts next week, Apple announces iPhone Air, Anthropic agrees to pay at least $1.5B to authors. Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The European Commission has closed its antitrust investigation into Microsoft's bundling of Teams with Office 365, Gmail rolls out a new “Purchases” tab, and OpenAI and Microsoft have reached a revised partnership agreement.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OpenAI signed a 5-year, $300 billion cloud computing contract with Oracle, Samsung gains smartphone market share in the U.S., and DoorDash is expanding drone delivery tests to San Francisco.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple's got a thinner phone than Samsung but it also has a thinner premium marketshare thanks to... Google?Show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A judge rejected Anthropic’s $1.5 billion piracy settlement, OpenAI refutes claims of a California exit due to regulatory issues, and the U.S. has ended agreements with European nations to counter disinformation from countries like Russia, China, and Iran.Link to Show NotesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthropic agreed to pay at least $1.5 billion dollars to authors over training models on copyrighted books without permission, Vodaphone Germany features AI Influencer on TikTok, and select Porsche and Audi vehicles can now use the Tesla Supercharger network.Check out the show notes here.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/dth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.