12 states sue to block Paramount’s $110B Warner Bros. deal
The states allege that the deal would harm movie theaters, basic cable distributors, and audiences.
Waze adds new AI-powered features and customization updates
Some of the new features are powered by Google’s Gemini AI assistant, which reflects the the tech giant’s broader push to integrate Gemini across its products while also better positioning Waze to compete with rival services such as Apple Maps.
Disney+ is considering a free streaming tier, report says
The launch of free content would allow Disney+ to better compete with free services like YouTube and Tubi, which are capturing a growing share of consumers’ viewing time.
EU threatens Meta with fines over addictive features on Facebook and Instagram
The tech giant is in breach of the Digital Services Act by focusing on features like infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the highly personalized recommendation algorithms, the European Commission said.
Block reaches $45M settlement with 46 states over Cash App fraud probe
State attorneys general said they found that Block misled users by falsely advertising that Cash App provided bank-like protections, including advanced fraud detection.
Google Photos adds a new AI ‘Video Remix’ tool
The feature can do things like apply cinematic relighting to brighten up a dark clip, swap out a plain background for something fun, or add artistic styles to videos.
5 desk gadgets that can make your workday better
The right desk gadgets can help you reduce clutter, stay focused, and add a little extra convenience to your day.
Threads adds new features to Live Chats as it expands access
The updates include translations, new tools for hosts, and more.
Govee’s smart nugget ice maker makes every iced drink feel like a luxury
For some people, the ice in a beverage is almost as important as the drink itself. That’s the audience Govee had in mind when designing its latest ice maker, the GoveeLife Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro. This $500 premium smart home gadget is ai…
Google Finance gets a dedicated app for Android
Users will be able to access their watchlists, real-time market data, live financial news, and Google’s AI-powered “Key Moments” feature, which explains why stocks moved.