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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 shifts to full Android experience on cover screen

Samsung has significantly rethought the Galaxy Z Flip 8's closed-screen experience, moving away from its traditionally minimal cover screen interface. The new device offers a more complete Android experience on the outer display, bringing it closer to what rival Motorola has offered on its Razr lineup. This marks a notable shift in Samsung's long-held design philosophy for its flip-phone line. Despite the change in software approach, the Z Flip 8's hardware remains largely similar to its predecessor. The update reflects growing user demand for greater functionality when the phone is used in its folded, closed state.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Musicians Are Investigating Peers Who Secretly Use AI to Generate Music

The rise of sophisticated AI audio tools has flooded the internet with algorithmically generated music derived from human artists' work. While some creators are transparent about using AI, others have denied it until public pressure forced them to come clean. Musicians, particularly in electronic and dance music communities, are taking it upon themselves to investigate and expose those misrepresenting AI-made content as their own. The issue feels especially urgent for artists in tech-forward genres, where the line between authentic and artificial creation is increasingly blurred.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Data Privacy Requests to 100 Companies Reveal Confusion and Compliance Gaps

A test involving 100 companies examined how businesses handle consumer data privacy requests. The exercise revealed that the process is frequently confusing and difficult to navigate, often leading to dead ends. Some companies responded to data access requests by deleting the data instead of providing it. The findings highlight significant inconsistencies in how organizations comply with privacy-related inquiries from consumers.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Meta Agrees to $17.1 Billion Settlement With State Attorneys General

Meta has reached a $17.1 billion settlement with state attorneys general following months of negotiations. The deal came together after the social media company faced mounting legal setbacks. Meta's new top lawyer played a central role in bringing the settlement to the table. The agreement marks one of the largest social media-related legal settlements in history.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Political Campaigns Pay Influencers for Support, Often Without Disclosure

Political campaigns in the United States are increasingly paying social media influencers to promote their candidates online. These sponsored videos have spread widely across various social media platforms. However, the financial arrangements behind such content are often not disclosed to viewers. This lack of transparency makes it difficult for audiences to distinguish between genuine endorsements and paid promotions. The practice raises concerns about accountability and honesty in modern political advertising.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Chinese Automakers Bet on Humanoid Robots as Next Major Revenue Source

A wave of Chinese automakers is entering the humanoid robotics space, inspired by Tesla's early push into the sector. The move reflects growing confidence that humanoid robots represent a significant future profit opportunity. Recent technical advancements in robotics have lowered barriers to entry, encouraging these manufacturers to diversify beyond vehicles. The trend signals a broader shift in how automotive companies, particularly in China, are thinking about long-term growth.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Google auto-expands AI summaries, pushing web links further down search results

Google has begun automatically expanding its AI Overview summaries at the top of search results pages for certain queries, as reported by Search Engine Roundtable. The change replaces the previous collapsed summary with a full AI Overview, followed by an 'Ask anything' box, before users reach the traditional list of links. This forces users to scroll significantly further to access standard web results. It remains unclear what criteria Google uses to trigger the auto-expansion. The update marks a continued shift toward AI-first search presentation, further reducing the visibility of conventional search links.

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TechnologyNYT Technology ·

Appeals Court Rules Prediction Markets Should Fall Under Gambling Regulations

A federal appeals court has ruled that prediction markets should be regulated as gambling, contradicting an earlier decision by a separate appeals court. The conflicting rulings have created a legal split at the appellate level over how such markets should be classified and overseen. Federal regulators highlighted the contradiction between the two decisions, arguing it warrants intervention by the Supreme Court. The case raises broader questions about the legal status of prediction markets, which allow users to bet on the outcomes of real-world events.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Court rules Kalshi sports contracts are gambling, not financial swaps

A court has ruled that Kalshi's sports betting contracts cannot be classified as financial 'swaps' to avoid state gambling regulations. The judges determined that rebranding the bets with a different financial term does not change their fundamental nature as gambling products. The decision means Kalshi must comply with Nevada's gambling laws rather than operating under federal financial derivatives oversight. The ruling is a significant legal setback for Kalshi, which had sought to distinguish its prediction market contracts from traditional sports betting.

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TechnologyThe Verge ·

Xbox CEO confirms Project Helix will be a 'family of devices', not a single console

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has clarified that Project Helix, originally announced in March as a codename for Microsoft's next-generation console, will encompass a 'family of devices' rather than a single unit. Sharma made the remarks in an interview with BBC News, though she declined to confirm whether any Helix device would be disc-free. Her comments come shortly after Microsoft launched a program allowing players to digitize their physical game collections. Microsoft and AMD also previously announced a multi-year strategic partnership aimed at collaborating on future hardware development.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Lawmakers Demand Criminal Probe of RFK Jr. Over Alleged Senate Lies

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing calls from lawmakers for a criminal investigation and removal from office over allegations that he lied to the Senate. The controversy is linked to his history of spreading vaccine misinformation, including a reported trip to Samoa where he stoked fears about vaccines. Following his visit, Samoa experienced a devastating measles outbreak that killed 83 people. Critics argue his anti-vaccine advocacy directly contributed to the conditions that enabled the deadly outbreak. Legislators are now pushing for formal accountability measures against Kennedy.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Anthropic researcher demos AI system that improves its own alignment behaviors

An Anthropic researcher has offered a glimpse into self-improving AI technology under development at the company. The automated systems were tested against 10 benchmarks designed to measure specific misaligned behaviors. Results showed the AI improved its performance on all 10 benchmarks without any degradation in its overall capabilities. This suggests early promise for automated approaches to correcting unwanted AI behavior at scale.

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TechnologyTechCrunch ·

Brave Browser Tests Email Alias Feature to Shield Users' Real Addresses

Brave has begun testing a new email alias feature within its privacy-focused browser. The feature allows users to create substitute email addresses, keeping their primary email information private. This positions Brave ahead of competitors like Chrome, which does not currently offer a built-in equivalent. The move aligns with Brave's broader mission of enhancing user privacy directly within the browser.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Federal judge rules Trump administration illegally blacklisted AI firm Anthropic

A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration's blacklisting of AI company Anthropic was illegal. The action against Anthropic appeared to stem from the company's refusal to support lethal autonomous warfare and mass surveillance. The court's decision marks a significant legal rebuke of the administration's targeting of the AI firm. Anthropic, known for its focus on AI safety, had declined to align with certain government positions that conflicted with its principles.

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TechnologyArs Technica ·

Apple raises Apple One and Apple TV+ subscription prices by up to 20%

Apple has increased the prices of its Apple One bundle and Apple TV+ streaming service by as much as 20 percent. The steepest hike applies to annual Apple TV+ subscriptions. The price increases affect subscribers across Apple's subscription offerings. This marks another round of price adjustments for Apple's services segment, which has grown into a major revenue driver for the company.

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