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Google’s AI Mode Now Supports Interactive Voice Conversations

Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Jorge Paka

Google is introducing a new feature that allows users to engage in back-and-forth voice conversations with AI Mode, its experimental Search tool designed for handling complex, multi-part questions. Thanks to the new Search Live integration, users can speak directly with Search in a natural, flowing conversation and explore web links as part of the experience. […]

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YouTube Introduces New Shopping Stickers For Shorts Videos

Apps & Software, Tech / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

YouTube announced on Wednesday that it’s enhancing the Shopping experience on Shorts by introducing new product stickers. These stickers are designed to help viewers easily identify and shop the products featured in a Short. Product Stickers Drive More Engagement and Potential Revenue for Creators According to the company, the new stickers may help creators boost

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Trump Expected to Postpone TikTok Ban with Another Extension

Apps & Software, Tech / Leandro Conceição

U.S. President Donald Trump will grant another 90-day extension to determine TikTok’s future, the White House announced on Tuesday. The previous extension, signed in April, was scheduled to expire on Thursday, June 19. Trump to Issue New Executive Order to Keep TikTok Running “President Trump will issue another Executive Order this week to allow TikTok

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Facebook Says It Will Soon Share All Videos On Its Platform as Reels

Apps & Software, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

On Tuesday, Facebook announced that all videos on its platform will soon be shared as Reels, no matter their length or format. Previously, users could post both standard videos and Reels. As part of the change, Facebook is also renaming its “Video” tab to “Reels.” The company notes the update won’t affect the types of

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Tumblr Users Say AI Is Mistakenly Labeling Their Posts as “Mature”

Apps & Software, Tech / Jorge Paka

Tumblr is the latest tech platform facing backlash over malfunctioning automated systems that flag and remove content. In recent days, users have reported that Tumblr is incorrectly labeling harmless posts as “mature,” limiting their visibility since many users have default settings that hide such content. Harmless Posts Wrongly Flagged as “Mature” spark AI Moderation Concerns

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Intel Plans to Cut up to 20% of its Workforce in the Intel Foundry Division

Apps & Software, Tech / Ana Manuel

According to an internal memo first reported by The Oregonian, the semiconductor giant intends to reduce its Intel Foundry workforce by 15% to 20% starting in July. Intel Foundry is responsible for designing, manufacturing, and packaging semiconductors for external customers. Unclear Impact Amid Large Workforce It’s uncertain how many employees will be directly affected. As

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New App Own Aims to Empower Creators Through Tokenization

Apps & Software, Tech / Marcílio Santos

With the U.S. deadline looming for TikTok to sell its operations, a new decentralized social media app called Own launched its public beta on Tuesday. Positioning itself as a TikTok alternative, Own offers a swipeable feed that supports short videos, text, and images, along with familiar features like direct messaging. Blockchain-Powered Monetization with No Barriers

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Adobe Brings Firefly To iOS And Android Devices

Apps & Software, Tech / Jorge Paka

Adobe has been on a quest to attract users to its platform for their AI needs. The company in April launched a redesigned Firefly web app that lets users use Adobe’s own Firefly image- and video-generation models as well as third-party models. Now, it is releasing a Firefly app on both iOS and Android that lets people use all of its

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Instagram Users Allege Mass Account Suspensions And Attribute The Issue To AI Moderation

Apps & Software, Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Eduardo Paulo

For several weeks, Instagram users have voiced frustration over a surge in seemingly unjustified account suspensions and bans. While there’s no confirmed explanation, many believe AI moderation tools might be responsible. Meta has not provided an official comment when approached. User Complaints Mount Over Unexplained Instagram Bans and Ignored Appeals Posts on platforms like Reddit

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U.S. Court Rejects Apple’s bid to Dismiss Antitrust Lawsuit over iCloud

Apps & Software, Tech / Ana Manuel

On Monday, a California district court rejected Apple’s attempt to dismiss a class action lawsuit accusing the company of violating antitrust laws by requiring users to back up essential data and settings exclusively through its iCloud service. Lawsuit Alleges Apple Restricts Rivals from Offering Full iCloud Alternatives The suit also claims Apple blocks third-party cloud

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