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Google's Gemini forces contractors to evaluate AI responses outside their expertise

29 days ago

Google's Gemini has updated guidelines for contractors, requiring them to evaluate AI responses even outside their expertise. Previously, they could skip prompts they weren't qualified to assess, but now they must rate what they understand and note their lack of expertise. This raises concerns about the accuracy of AI outputs on sensitive topics like healthcare, as contractors may misjudge complex issues. Skipping is now allowed only for missing information or harmful content.

Meta fined $263 million for Facebook security breach affecting 3 million EU users

1 months ago

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Meta has been fined €251 million by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission for a 2018 Facebook security breach affecting about 3 million EU users. The breach, which occurred in July 2017, allowed unauthorized access to user profiles due to a bug in a video upload feature. The DPC found that Meta violated GDPR regulations on breach notification and data protection by design. Meta stated it took immediate action to address the issue once it was identified.

Bluesky reveals mockup for upcoming subscription service Bluesky+

1 months ago

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Bluesky is developing a paid subscription service called Bluesky+. Mockups suggest features like higher quality video uploads, profile customizations, custom app icons, verification badges, and more. Pricing is indicated at $8 per month or $72 per year, but these details are not final. Users are discussing the mockup, although the company warns that the features may change. Bluesky is also exploring other revenue models, including selling domain names and ads.

Meta Plans $10 Billion Global Subsea Cable to Boost Internet Dominance

1 months ago

Automate Your Marketing Audits - Say Goodbye to Manual Checklists

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Marketing Auditor is a comprehensive, automated tool designed to revolutionize the process of auditing digital marketing campaigns. It supports platforms like Google Ads and Google Analytics, performing 200+ automated checks to uncover growth opportunities and deliver actionable insights. Users can generate professional, white-labeled reports customized to their branding and preferred formats like Google Slides and PowerPoint.

Bluesky Allows Third-Parties to Scrape Data for AI Training

1 months ago

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Bluesky’s open API allows third-parties to scrape user data for AI training. A Hugging Face librarian pulled 1 million public posts from Bluesky for machine learning research, later removing the data due to controversy. Bluesky is exploring ways for users to communicate consent preferences, but enforcement is up to external developers. As Bluesky gains popularity, it faces scrutiny similar to other major social platforms.

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Justice Department Pushes Google to Spin Off Chrome Browser

2 months ago

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The Department of Justice is reportedly pushing Google to spin off its Chrome browser business and recommending antitrust requirements related to AI and Android. This follows a historic multiyear case where the Justice Department proved Google's web search monopoly in the U.S. A federal judge ruled Google broke antitrust laws in online search and search text ads markets. The Justice Department argues Chrome is a key access point for Google Search, controlling 61% of the U.S. browser market.

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OpenAI Buys Chat.com, Redirects to ChatGPT

2 months ago

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OpenAI bought Chat.com, adding to its collection of high-profile domain names. As of this morning, Chat.com now redirects to OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT. An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the acquisition via email. Chat.com is one of the older domains on the web, having been registered in September 1996. Last year, it was reported that HubSpot co-founder and CTO Dharmesh Shah acquired Chat.com for $15.5 million.

Apple Intelligence Launches Next Week with iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1

2 months ago

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Apple Intelligence, Apple’s generative AI, is rolling out next week with iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1. Developer beta users accessed features like writing tools and image cleanup. New updates iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 will add more features. Only certain devices can run Apple Intelligence due to hardware limitations. Users must opt-in and join a waitlist after updating.

Meta Lays Off Employees Across Multiple Teams

3 months ago