‘Let Google do the searching for you’ is the expression the search engine is running with after it has shaken up its tried-and-true search format. On Tuesday (May 14) the company formally announced the AI-powered changes at I/O, Google’s annual conference for developers. Instead of Google being the go-to for finding the most relevant websites and resources … Read more
European Union (EU) regulators have confirmed another investigation against Meta over concerns the social media giant has potentially breached online content rules on child safety. As part of the Digital Services Act (DSA) which took effect last year in the European bloc, companies are compelled to adhere to act on harmful content or face potential, substantial fines. … Read more
Few claims in the history of the modern technology age are more baloney than “updates automatically.” Games, apps, software, and hardware — not just for consoles like the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 — receive patches all the time, but generally as a push notification that the user has to initiate. Usually, these pushes are accepted when the … Read more
Tesla is reported to end support for Steam-delivered PC games in its latest Model S and Model X (pictured), which might strike some as odd considering Tesla automobiles are mainly used for transport and not as a video games console. PC game support had been introduced in a beta update to Tesla’s operating system in December 2022. Tesla … Read more
What to expect at Microsoft Build 2024? More artificial intelligence (AI). Following on from Google’s recent I/O developer conference which predictably had an AI theme running through it, Microsoft will continue the trend with Copilot set to dominate. Here is all you need to know and what to expect from Microsoft Build 2024. What is Microsoft Build? Microsoft Build … Read more
Google parent company Alphabet has preemptively paid damages to the US government in an unusual move thought to be an attempt to avoid a jury trial. It’s the latest move in the Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit leveled at Google over its digital advertising business. The amount paid by the company has not been publicly disclosed but Google … Read more
Google Pay users will soon see an influx of updates as the payment solution is bringing in integrations from Google’s other products. From Wednesday (May 22) autofill will be enabled on Chrome and Android, allowing people to automatically fill in the necessary information like shipping, billing, and payment details. Instead of adding the security code … Read more
With tech rivals like Google and Microsoft making bold strides into the world of consumer-focused artificial intelligence (AI), Apple has a lot of ground to make up. It’s hoping to make a start at its developer conference next month, where it is set to unveil its new AI offerings, including new features in iOS 18. … Read more
Amazon has confirmed that it acquired parts of the Indian video streaming service MX Player, a move that is part of the e-commerce giant’s broader strategy to expand its reach and brand visibility in smaller cities and towns within a key international market. Amazon has agreed to acquire certain assets from Times Internet, a major local media entity, although … Read more
Airbus has showcased a full-scale model of its AI-powered Wingman drone at the International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin this week. In military aviation, a “Wingman” refers to a pilot in a separate aircraft who supports and defends the lead pilot, improving tactical capabilities and mission success. Airbus has reimagined this role with its concept, where the Wingman is not … Read more