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TikTok owner has strong First Amendment case against US ban, professors say: Professor: US faces "uphill battle" justifying law against First Amendment ...
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/tiktok-owner-has-strong-first-amendment-case-against-us-ban-professors-say/
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Uniform standard for charging cables is coming: Probably no longer a surprise to anyone: a uniform standard for charging cables is coming ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/einheitlicher-standard-fuer-ladekabel-kommt/
Sequoia commits to backing Elon Musk’s xAI start-up: Venture capital firm is among investors that entrepreneur is wooing as he seeks to gain ground on rivals
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Quick Glance: Sequoia backs Elon Musk’s xAI venture
- Sequoia Capital, a well-known venture capital firm in Silicon Valley, has committed to supporting Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up xAI to help him raise billions and compete with OpenAI, Meta, and Google.
- The exact amount of Sequoia's investment in xAI remains undisclosed.
- Sequoia, an early investor in Google, YouTube, and Apple, has backed several Musk projects in recent years, including The Boring Company and SpaceX.
Registering a balcony power plant is becoming easier, 800 watts will soon be possible
stadt-bremerhaven.de/balkonkraftwerk-anmelden-wird-einfacher-800-watt-bald-moeglich/
'Idiot-proof' thermal paste applicator to make TIM application easier than ever — X-Apply stencils coming soon
tomshardware.com/pc-components/cooling/idiot-proof-thermal-paste-applicator-to-make-tim-application-easier-than-ever-x-apply-stencils-coming-soon
First Look: Can the Rabbit R1 AI Companion Do Anything Our Phones Can't?: What can this device actually do? Right now, not much.
pcmag.com/articles/first-look-can-the-rabbit-r1-do-anything-our-phones-cant
Quick Glance: Rabbit R1: More Fun and Accessible than Humane AI Pin
- The Rabbit R1 is a compact AI companion with a screen and camera.
- Compared to the Humane AI Pin, the R1 is more affordable and user-friendly.
- R1 offers a range of features like image recognition and a personal touch.
- Rabbit promises continuous improvements and new features for the R1.
Turtle Beach Stealth Pro review: Punchy audio that’s ideal for FPS games: The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro is an excellent gaming headset, with punchy audio ...
pcworld.com/article/2306072/turtle-beach-stealth-pro-review.html
FCC Votes to Revive Net-Neutrality Rules: The commission's 2024 pitch this time around emphasizes privacy and security concerns.
pcmag.com/news/fcc-to-try-again-on-net-neutrality-rules-at-april-25-meeting
Quick Glance: FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules
- The FCC voted 3-2 along political party lines to reinstate rules from 2017 to prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed.
- Restoring net neutrality has been a focus for President Joe Biden and was approved by a majority of the FCC.
- Net neutrality protects consumers from ISP control, promotes fair rules, and safeguards against online fraud and scams.
- The discussion on net neutrality also raises questions about service pricing and highlights the importance for internet infrastructure.
Darktrace exit snuffs out another light on the London market: The cyber specialist has had a bumpy three-year ride as a public company
ft.com/content/3b01781f-f68a-4886-962f-f6051c7808be
Range record: New solid-state battery allows electric cars to travel 2,000 kilometers
t3n.de/news/reichweitenrekord-neuer-feststoff-akku-laesst-eE28091auto-2-000-kilometer-fahren-1621355/
Photo-sharing community EyeEm will license users’ photos to train AI if they don’t delete them
techcrunch.com/2024/04/26/photo-sharing-community-eyeem-will-license-users-photos-to-train-ai-if-they-dont-delete-them/
Second time lucky for Thoma Bravo, which scoops up Darktrace for $5.3B: Analysts brand deal a 'nail in the coffin' for UK tech investment
theregister.com/2024/04/26/thoma_bravo_darktrace/
Ring dinged for $5.6M after, among other claims, rogue insider spied on 'pretty girls'
theregister.com/2024/04/25/ring_ftc_settlement/
Treat Mom to Ana Luisa Jewelry for Up to 30% Off: Nothing says "happy Mother's Day" like nice jewelry. Celebrate your mother without breaking the bank at Ana ...
cnet.com/deals/treat-mom-to-ana-luisa-jewelry-for-up-to-30-off/
PC hardware repairer calls out rash of RTX 4090 failures made worse by poor packaging from customers
tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/pc-hardware-repairer-calls-out-rash-of-rtx-4090-failures-made-worse-by-poor-packaging-from-customers
Google needs to offer a cancel button: The Bavarian consumer advice center has successfully sued Google. The bone of contention is the lack of a cancellation ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/google-muss-einen-kuendigungsbutton-anbieten/
TikTok ban: ByteDance would rather shut app down than sell, insiders say: TikTok owner ByteDance would prefer shutting down its loss-making app rather than sell ...
scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3260400/tiktok-ban-bytedance-would-rather-shut-app-down-sell-insiders-say
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
MarketWise: A Wise Investment Right Now: MarketWise faces short-term challenges but has an experienced CEO and a strong financial position ...
seekingalpha.com/article/4686634-marketwise-a-wise-investment-right-now
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Snap says total watch time on its TikTok competitor increased more than 125%: As part of its Q1 2024 earning release, Snap revealed that total watch time on its ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/25/snap-total-watch-time-on-tiktok-competitor-increased-125/
Quick Glance: NFL - Top-5 Earners per Position: Amon-Ra St. Brown Leads the Way
- The NFL showcases the top-5 earners per position based on average annual salary.
- Quarterbacks top the ranking, followed by Running Backs, Fullbacks, Wide Receivers, and Tight Ends.
- Other positions such as Offensive Tackle, Guard, Center, Defensive End, Defensive Tackle, Outside Linebacker, Inside Linebacker, Cornerback, Safety, Kicker, Punter, and Long Snapper were also listed.
- The list highlights the high salaries of the top players in the NFL for their respective positions.
Dell XPS 13 and XPS 14 review (2024): Gorgeous laptops with usability quirks: Dell’s XPS 13 and 14 are stylish, portable and powerful. You’ll have to get used to ...
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WhatsApp: Forwarding video messages possible in beta: WhatsApp gives beta testers the chance to record personal video messages directly in the app and send them ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/whatsapp-weiterleiten-von-videonachrichten-in-der-beta-moeglich/
Global Founders Capital will deploy Rocket Internet’s cash instead of raising a new fund
techcrunch.com/2024/04/26/global-founders-capital-becomes-rocket-internets-venture-arm/
It’s a sunny day for Google Cloud: Google Cloud had a blockbuster quarter, driving parent company Alphabet's revenues — and stock price — to impressive ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/25/its-a-sunny-day-for-google-cloud/
Abine DeleteMe Review: Abine DeleteMe opts you out from sites that collect and sell your data using a combination of automation and direct human intervention.
pcmag.com/reviews/abine-deleteme
Wordle Tips: The Very Best Start Words, Tips, and Strategies: Learn to use your six guesses most effectively and keep your streak alive.
cnet.com/culture/internet/wordle-tips-the-very-best-start-words-tips-and-strategies/
Kaiser Permanente: Data breach may impact 13.4 million patients: Healthcare service provider Kaiser Permanente disclosed a data security incident that may impact ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/kaiser-permanente-data-breach-may-impact-134-million-patients/
Reddit is down: Why you're getting a 502 bad gateway error: The social giant crashed Thursday, April 25.
mashable.com/article/reddit-down-502-bad-gateway-april-25
Google continues to grow: Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has announced its quarterly figures. Even before the announcement ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/google-waechst-weiter/
Windows 11 will reportedly display a watermark if your PC does not support AI requirements
tomshardware.com/software/operating-systems/windows-11-will-reportedly-display-a-watermark-if-your-pc-does-not-support-ai-requirements
RevenueCat raises $12M Series C as it expands its subscription management to the web
techcrunch.com/2024/04/25/revenuecat-raises-12m-series-c-as-it-expands-its-subscription-management-to-the-web/
BlizzCon 2024 is canceled: Blizzard has canceled this year's edition of BlizzCon. It plans to bring back the event in the future.
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EU Commissioner Breton on TikTok: “It’s about protecting our children”: Thierry Breton suspects TikTok of making young people addicted and repeatedly confronting ...
spiegel.de/netzwelt/apps/tiktok-eu-kommissar-thierry-breton-fordert-schutz-von-kindern-und-droht-mit-konsequenzen-a-300f1fc9-61e6-4ab6-97df-54982ace5602
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Netflix is also increasing prices for existing customers: First, the new Netflix prices applied to new customers - Soon, existing customers will also be ...
heise.de/news/Netflix-erhoeht-die-Preise-auch-fuer-Bestandskunden-9697377.html
EU Parliament: Various single-use plastic packaging banned from 2030: The European Parliament has approved a new regulation on packaging. The regulation aims to ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/eu-parlament-diverse-einwegverpackungen-aus-kunststoff-ab-2030-verboten/
The Morning After: Testing the Rabbit R1's AI assistant skills: The biggest news stories this morning: TikTok Lite axes ‘addictive as cigarettes’ reward-to-watch ...
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Reddit down in major outage blocking access to web, mobile apps: Reddit is investigating a major outage blocking users worldwide from accessing the social ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/reddit-down-in-major-outage-blocking-access-to-web-mobile-apps/
Quick Glance: Innovative Advertising Strategies on Reddit
- Reddit recently introduced an innovative ad format aimed at selling products to Reddit users.
- Through Reddit's Dynamic Product Ads, users are automatically shown ads based on their previous interactions with products on the advertiser's website or on Reddit.
- In a blog post, Reddit emphasized its clear focus on ad sales and the natural commercial aspect of the Reddit community.
- The introduction of Dynamic Product Ads is a step in Reddit's strategy to expand its advertising business and drive growth.
How Linux's insanely customizable desktop works: Anyone who familiarizes themselves more intensively with Linux will, over time, gain an appreciation of the ...
pcworld.com/article/2306777/linux-know-how-how-the-desktop-works.html
TikTok Could Be Banned Next Year: 5 Alternatives to Fill the Void: The future of TikTok is a bit fuzzy. Here are similar apps to give your attention to.
cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tiktok-could-be-banned-next-year-5-alternatives-to-fill-the-void/
Earn bonus points for cycling: A free coffee as a reward for those who take the train or bike instead of the car. An app works on this principle.
spektrum.de/video/shift-bonuspunkte-fuers-fahrradfahren-verdienen/2214574
Biden Grants Micron $6.1 Billion for New US Chip Factories: The US continues to fund the largest chip makers as it faces ongoing competition with China.
pcmag.com/news/biden-grants-micron-6-billion-for-new-us-chip-factories
Test Your Knowledge of Internet Acronyms: This week, we probe each other’s knowledge of common acronyms from the early internet, the mobile era, and the AI boom ...
wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-641/
waipu now with Teletext: waipu.tv has implemented something new: The waipu.tv 4K Stick now also supports teletext. Although Teletext ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/waipu-jetzt-mit-teletext/
Chatbot answers are all made up. This new tool helps you figure out which ones to trust.
technologyreview.com/2024/04/25/1091835/chatbot-hallucination-new-tool-trustworthy-language-model/
US law against video app: A TikTok ban is unworthy of a liberal and self-confident democracy
spiegel.de/netzwelt/apps/tiktok-in-usa-unter-druck-einer-liberalen-und-selbstbewussten-demokratie-unwuerdig-a-a0ac66b4-ee26-407a-892a-00fd412ce17b
Tinder, Hinge release new protective features to keep users safe: Tinder and Hinge, the two largest dating apps in the world, are rolling out new protective ...
usatoday.com/story/tech/2024/04/25/share-my-date-tinder-hidden-words-new-hinge-safety-features/73456833007/
Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah: Pilgrims encouraged to utilise Nusuk app to obtain Umrah permit, adhere to ritual timings
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-any-visa-holder-can-now-perform-umrah-1.102327567
Facebook parent Meta relies fully on artificial intelligence: Facebook's mother Meta makes a lot of money from advertising. In the future, particular emphasis ...
tagesschau.de/wirtschaft/facebook-meta-ausblick-100.html
Quick Glance: Meta Invests Heavily in Artificial Intelligence
- Meta focuses on AI to enhance app appeal
- The smart glasses with AI capabilities aim to attract users
- Meta envisions AI assistants for complex tasks in communication
- Meta aims to become a global leader in AI, despite significant investments
Eken Fixes Security Issues in Doorbell Cameras Sold by Amazon, Walmart, Others: Eken released firmware updates to fix security problems CR found in doorbell ...
consumerreports.org/home-garden/home-security-cameras/eken-fixes-security-issues-in-doorbell-cameras-a1005200443/
NFL allows players the option to wear Guardian Caps over helmets during regular-season games
cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-allows-players-the-option-to-wear-guardian-caps-over-helmets-during-regular-season-games/
Dating apps ‘worse than ever’ for your privacy, report warns - National | Globalnews.ca
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Powerball winning numbers for April 24 drawing with $129 million jackpot: Powerball players, the results are in for Wednesday, April 24! Here are the winning ...
usatoday.com/story/money/lottery/2024/04/24/powerball-winning-numbers/73443294007/
A big bang in the industry: two delivery services are leaving the German market: Germany has to say goodbye to two large delivery services. You can find out ...
chip.de/news/Zwei-Lieferdienste-verabschieden-sich-von-Deutschland-Das-muessen-Kunden-jetzt-wissen_185246784.html
Don’t isolate kids with autism, involve them in regular activities: Greater interaction between mainstream and special-needs students can deepen understanding.
straitstimes.com/opinion/don-t-isolate-kids-with-autism-involve-them-in-regular-activities
Paid articlePaid ‘I must eat at the same place my fave singer did’: Singapore banks on K-content to draw visitors
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/i-must-eat-at-the-same-place-my-fave-singer-did-singapore-banks-on-k-content-to-draw-visitors
A hidden Android 15 feature could let you force any app into dark mode: The new option lets you enjoy dark mode on almost any app - even ones that don't ...
zdnet.com/article/a-hidden-android-15-feature-could-let-you-force-any-app-into-dark-mode/
Billionaires race to buy TikTok after Chinese owners ordered to sell app — with Steve Mnuchin in the lead
nypost.com/2024/04/25/business/wall-street-and-tech-billionaires-race-to-buy-banned-tiktok/
IndiGo enters long-haul market with order for 30 Airbus A350, option for 70 more: India’s biggest budget airline, IndiGo, has announced an order for 30 Airbus ...
aerotime.aero/articles/indigo-airbus-order-long-haul
Roku CEO Anthony Wood Sees Pay Dip to $20.2 Million in 2023: Roku's Anthony Wood Jr. received $20.2 million in total compensation for 2023 ...
thewrap.com/roku-anthony-wood-charlie-collier-pay-2023/
How to delete the data Google has on you: Whether or not you think data collection is a worthwhile trade for free apps, Google does provide a comprehensive ...
theverge.com/24141741/google-data-delete-how-to
A Tesla executive sold $181.5 million worth of stock shortly after quitting: Andrew Baglino sold 1.14 million of his shares in Elon Musk's EV maker
qz.com/tesla-stock-sale-andrew-baglino-elon-musk-1851439357
How your expenses can hit your retirement plans: It is not enough to just look at one’s savings because everyone’s needs are different
straitstimes.com/business/invest/how-your-expenses-can-hit-your-retirement-plans
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AirPods May Hold the Key to Apple's Big Health Bets: Commentary: AirPods have always received useful features with software updates. With iOS 18 around the ...
cnet.com/tech/mobile/airpods-may-hold-the-key-to-apples-big-health-bets/
Claros is your AI personal recommendation wizard: With this thoughtful new tool, finding the best possible products for any purpose has never been easier.
fastcompany.com/91111639/claros-personal-recommendation-wizard
Starmer: Hitachi contract extension is 'an option': Sir Keir Starmer has affirmed that a contract extension on Hitachi is an option that must be explored by the ...
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/24282113.starmer-hitachi-contract-extension-an-option/
The 14 Best Floral Delivery Services to Easily Order Mother’s Day Flowers Online: Order Mother's Day flowers online with the best flower delivery services ...
wwd.com/shop/shop-beauty/best-flower-delivery-services-1235153896/
Comcast Chairman Brian Roberts’ Pay Rises 10.6% to $35.4 Million for 2023: The media conglomerate's president Mike Cavanagh saw his total compensation fall 26 ...
thewrap.com/comcast-chairman-brian-roberts-president-2023-pay/
Maruti says small hybrid cars on the anvil, lower GST may be a game changer but wait & watch for now!
financialexpress.com/business/express-mobility-maruti-says-small-hybrid-cars-on-the-anvil-lower-gst-may-be-a-game-changer-but-wait-watch-for-now-3469884/
Orioles option Jackson Holliday, baseball’s top prospect, to Triple-A Norfolk: The Orioles optioned Jackson Holliday to Triple-A Norfolk amid the ...
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/26/orioles-option-jackson-holliday/
WhatsApp’s Double Arrows: Unraveling the True Purpose: Learn how to make the most out of WhatsApp's double arrow icon. Streamline your message forwarding ...
gizchina.com/2024/04/26/whatsapp-double-arrow-icon/
Offensive flash, defensive improvements have earned Celio Pompeu a contract extension with City SC
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mls/city-sc/offensive-flash-defensive-improvements-have-earned-celio-pompeu-a-contract-extension-with-city-sc/article_5ac5f880-0381-11ef-9156-eb403f1f8c36.html
Supreme Court’s notice to Election Commission on NOTA: Understanding voters’ right to reject
firstpost.com/explainers/supreme-court-election-commission-nota-voting-candidates-polls-13764170.html
For CB Greg Newsome II, this Browns move is a matter of when, not if: Mary Kay Cabot
cleveland.com/browns/2024/04/for-cb-greg-newsome-ii-this-browns-move-is-a-matter-of-when-not-if-mary-kay-cabot.html
Controversial investor: Thyssenkrupp reaches agreement with billionaire Křetínský on entry into the steel business
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/unternehmen/thyssenkrupp-einigt-sich-mit-milliardaer-daniel-kretinsky-ueber-einstieg-ins-stahlgeschaeft-a-9e78b1ed-7594-4565-92f6-bd26d118a900
Do You Get Relief From A Footprint In A Bunker?: A ball in a footprint in a bunker is an unfortunate predicament for any golfer to face ...
golfmonthly.com/golf-rules/do-you-get-relief-from-a-footprint-in-a-bunker
The work environment is stressful for my wellbeing: The issue you have raised is more frequent than many assume; a toxic, untrusting and threatening environment ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/jobs-and-career/the-work-environment-is-stressful-for-my-wellbeing-4604236
SC issues notice to EC on plea seeking re-election if NOTA gets majority: Lok Sabha elections 2024: Petition filed by motivational speaker Shiv Khera wants NOTA ...
business-standard.com/elections/lok-sabha-election/sc-issues-notice-to-ec-on-plea-seeking-re-election-if-nota-gets-majority-124042600894_1.html
AMD: Weak Guidance Expected: Advanced Micro Devices' generous valuation does not reflect the reality of notable headwinds. Read more to see my analysis on AMD ...
seekingalpha.com/article/4686614-amd-weak-guidance-expected
Paid articlePaid Chipotle tells employees not to eat chicken on the job: The fast food chain told employees to choose another protein option for their meals to preserve supply
qz.com/chipotle-earnings-stock-chicken-supply-consumer-demand-1851435334
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Chipotle lifts annual sales forecast despite uncertainties
- Chipotle raised its full-year sales forecast due to resilient demand for burritos and rice bowls despite higher menu prices.
- The company anticipates mid-to-high-single digit percentage growth in comparable restaurant sales for 2024.
- Chipotle implemented price hikes to protect its profit margin from increased ingredient costs like beef and avocados.
- Chipotle's adjusted profit in the first quarter came in at $13.37 per share, surpassing estimates of $11.68.
ChatGPT’s Android app could finally get this missing feature: Update puts the ChatGPT Android app on par with the web version
androidpolice.com/chatgpt-android-app-edit-prompts/
How much does Spotify Premium cost as price hike announced in 2024?: Find out how much it costs to subscribe to Spotify Premium, your account options ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/25/much-spotify-premium-cost-price-hike-announced-2024-20717586/
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