DuckDuckGo now lets you hide AI-generated images in search results
DuckDuckGo’s new search feature comes as the internet is being flooded with AI-generated slop.
Substack raises $100M from Chernin Group, Andreessen Horowitz, Skims CEO and more
The New York Times reports that the funding brings Substack’s valuation to $1.1 billion, almost 70% higher than its 2021 valuation of $650 million.
Zuckerberg and Meta investors reach settlement in $8B privacy case
The shareholders’ lawsuit alleges Facebook execs intentionally violated an FTC agreement by sharing user data with third-party apps without user consent.
Roblox introduces new safeguards for teens, including age estimation tech
The move comes as Roblox has come under fire in recent years over child safety concerns.
Google rolls out AI-powered business calling feature, brings Gemini 2.5 Pro to AI Mode
The new business calling feature uses AI to call local businesses on your behalf, for information about availability and pricing.
Apple commits $500M to U.S.-based rare earth recycling firm MP Materials
The factory will develop a series of neodymium magnet manufacturing lines specifically designed for Apple products.
Nextdoor redesigns app with AI recommendations, local news, and real-time emergency alerts
Neighborhood social app Nextdoor is launching a redesigned version of its service that it’s calling the “new Nextdoor.”
YouTube is getting rid of its Trending page and Trending Now list
YouTube is replacing these Trending lists with category-specific charts, the company announced on Thursday.
US appeals court blocks FTC’s ‘click-to-cancel’ rule for subscriptions
A U.S. appeals court has blocked the Federal Trade Commission’s “click-to-cancel” rule that would have required companies to make it as easy to cancel a subscription as it was to sign up.
Google brings Gemini to Wear OS watches, adds AI Mode to Circle to Search
Google is rolling out Gemini to Wear OS watches, the company announced on Wednesday.