Google’s AI Mode gets new ‘Canvas’ feature, real-time help with Search Live, and more
The tech giant is rolling out a new Canvas feature, the ability to get real-time help with Search Live, and the option to search what you see while browsing.
YouTube rolls out age estimation tech to identify US teens and apply additional protections
YouTube is introducing age detection technology to identify teens on the platform in the U.S. and apply prtections.
Microsoft in talks to maintain access to OpenAI’s tech beyond AGI milestone
Microsoft is reportedly in advanced talks with OpenAI for a new agreement that would give it ongoing access to the startup’s technology even if OpenAI achieves what it defines as AGI, or advanced general
Fed up with brands that use corn syrup and skim milk, this mother developed her own ‘clean’ baby formula
Nara Organics is a new organic, whole milk baby formula brand that’s free from palm oil, soy, corn syrup, maltodextrin, and GMOs.
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Telecom giant Orange warns of disruption amid ongoing cyberattack
The telecom giant, one of the largest in the world with customers in Europe and Africa, said customers are experiencing ongoing disruption to its services due to an unspecified hack.
Elon Musk’s Boring Company to build Tesla tunnels under Nashville
Construction could start fast — but that speed has edangered Boring Company workers in the past.
Jack Dorsey’s Bluetooth messaging app Bitchat now on App Store
Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat is now available on the App Store, but security researchers have questioned the app’s privacy claims.
Golden Dome may not be the golden ticket Silicon Valley is hoping for
Golden Dome, the White House’s next-gen missile defense system, is a huge opportunity for startups that can successfully collaborate with incumbents.
This founder left Silicon Valley to challenge U.S. defense supremacy from Athens, and investors are paying attention
Delian Alliance Industries recently raised $14 million in funding to continue building its defense products, which include surveillance towers, and concealed sea drones.