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Aurora Raises $483M, Ford’s Android-powered Infotainment System, Google Pulls Olympics Ad, FTC Sues TikTok

Self-driving truck startup Aurora Innovation raises $483M in share sale ahead of commercial launch. The 2025 Explorer is the first Ford to get the new Android-powered infotainment system. Google pulls Gemini AI ad from Olympics after backlash. FTC and Justice Department sue TikTok over alleged child privacy violations. Stay updated on the latest advancements in self-driving technology, in-car infotainment, AI in advertising, and child privacy regulations with Simply Tech.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/02/self-driving-truck-startup-aurora-innovation-raises-483m-commercial-launch/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/2/24212211/ford-explorer-2025-digital-experience-android-infortainmenthttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/2/24212078/google-gemini-olympics-ad-backlashhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/02/ftc-and-justice-department-sue-tiktok-over-alleged-child-privacy-violations/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Self-driving truck startup Aurora Innovation raises $483M in share sale ahead of commercial launch(00:04:11) The 2025 Explorer is the first Ford to get the new Android-powered infotainment system(00:06:48) Google pulls Gemini AI ad from Olympics after backlash(00:09:12) FTC and Justice Department sue TikTok over alleged child privacy violations

Intel Extends Warranty for Crashing CPUs, NZXT Introduces Gaming PC Rental Program

Intel announces extended warranty for 13th and 14th Gen CPUs. NZXT launches Flex, a gaming PC rental program. Plus, the Twelve South AirFly Duo in-flight earbud adapter hits its lowest price yet. Also, AI music startup Suno claims fair use in training models on copyrighted music.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/1/24211616/intel-crashing-13th-14th-gen-cpus-warranty-two-more-yearshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/1/24211490/nzxt-flex-desktop-gaming-pc-rental-service-subscription-nvidia-gpu-gameshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/1/24211471/amazon-twelve-south-airfly-duo-deal-salehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/01/ai-music-startup-suno-response-riaa-lawsuit/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Intel’s crashing 13th and 14th Gen CPUs get two additional years of warranty coverage(00:03:03) NZXT will rent full gaming PCs, but the costs add up fast(00:06:03) The Twelve South AirFly Duo in-flight earbud adapter is down to its best price yet(00:08:09) AI music startup Suno claims training model on copyrighted music is 'fair use'

Aiyuk’s Contract Extension, Google’s New AI Models, Squid Game Season 2 Announced, Meta’s AI Success in India

Is Brandon Aiyuk on the verge of signing an extension with the 49ers? Google releases new 'open' AI models with a focus on safety. Squid Game returns this December and will end with another season next year. Meta says India is the largest market for Meta AI usage. Stay updated on the latest sports contract negotiations, advancements in AI technology, upcoming seasons of popular shows, and the growth of AI in India.Sources:https://www.si.com/nfl/49ers/news/is-brandon-aiyuk-on-the-verge-of-signing-an-extension-with-the-49ers-01j45nw39jfghttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/31/google-releases-new-open-ai-models-with-a-focus-on-safety/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/31/24210859/netflix-squid-game-second-final-season-release-datehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/31/india-is-the-largest-market-for-meta-ai-usage/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Is Brandon Aiyuk on the Verge of Signing an Extension with the 49ers?(00:03:29) Google releases new 'open' AI models with a focus on safety(00:06:34) Squid Game returns this December — and will end with another season next year(00:09:23) Meta says India is the largest market for Meta AI usage

OpenAI Endorses AI Bills, AMD’s Growth in Data Center Market, Lineaje Raises Funding for Software Supply Chain Security

OpenAI endorses Senate bills that could shape America's AI policy. AMD becomes an AI chip company, following Nvidia's footsteps. Lineaje raises $20M to combat software supply chain threats. Plus, Meta faces criticism after its AI makes a misinformation error.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/30/openai-endorses-senate-bills-that-could-shape-americas-ai-policy/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/30/24209938/amd-q2-2024-earnings-datacenter-ai-revenuehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/30/lineaje-raises-20m-to-help-organizations-combat-software-supply-chain-threats/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/30/24210108/meta-trump-shooting-ai-hallucinationsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) OpenAI endorses Senate bills that could shape America's AI policy(00:03:22) AMD is becoming an AI chip company, just like Nvidia(00:06:16) Lineaje raises $20M to help organizations combat software supply chain threats(00:09:40) Meta blames hallucinations after its AI said Trump rally shooting didn’t happen

Canva Boosts AI Capabilities with Leonardo.ai Acquisition, U.S. Commerce Department Supports ’Open’ AI Models

Canva acquires Leonardo.ai to enhance its generative AI efforts. The U.S. Commerce Department endorses 'open' AI models. Plus, Lime introduces new e-bikes to attract more women and older riders. Also, Instagram allows users to create AI versions of themselves with AI Studio.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/29/canva-acquires-leonardo-ai-to-boost-its-generative-ai-efforts/https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/29/u-s-commerce-department-report-endorses-open-ai-models/https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/29/lime-is-piloting-two-new-e-bikes-to-attract-more-women-and-older-riders/https://www.theverge.com/24209196/instagram-ai-characters-meta-ai-studio-releaseOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Canva acquires Leonardo.ai to boost its generative AI efforts(00:03:35) U.S. Commerce Department report endorses 'open' AI models(00:07:02) Lime is piloting two new e-bikes to attract more women and older riders(00:10:20) Instagram starts letting people create AI versions of themselves

Zapp EV Expands Globally, DOJ Defends TikTok Ban, MatPat’s Transition, and AI in Personal Communication

Zapp Electric Vehicles plans to expand globally, starting with India. The DOJ enters its defense of the TikTok ban-or-divest law. MatPat successfully exits his company and lobbies for creators on Capitol Hill. Google's commercial raises questions about AI in personal communication. These stories cover the growing EV market, legal battles, creator transitions, and the impact of AI on human connection.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/28/uks-zapp-ev-plans-to-expand-globally-with-early-start-in-india/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/28/24208233/the-doj-enters-its-defense-of-the-tiktok-ban-or-divest-lawhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/28/matpat-the-first-big-youtuber-to-successfully-exit-his-company-is-lobbying-for-creators-on-capitol-hill/https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/28/dear-google-who-wants-an-ai-written-fan-letter/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Exclusive: UK's Zapp EV plans to expand globally, with early start in India(00:02:36) The DOJ enters its defense of the TikTok ban-or-divest law.(00:05:53) MatPat, the first big YouTuber to successfully exit his company, is lobbying for creators on Capitol Hill(00:08:30) Dear Google, who wants an AI-written fan letter?

Nuro’s Comeback and OpenAI’s SearchGPT Challenge Google

Autonomous delivery startup Nuro gears up for a comeback with approval to test its third-generation R3 autonomous delivery vehicle. OpenAI challenges Google with its new AI search experience, SearchGPT. Plus, Max Space reinvents expandable habitats with a 17th-century twist, and Silo season 2 hits Apple TV Plus this November.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/27/autonomous-delivery-startup-nuro-is-gearing-up-for-a-comeback/https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/27/openai-comes-for-google-with-searchgpt/https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/27/max-space-reinvents-expandable-habitats-with-a-17th-century-twist-launching-in-2026/https://www.theverge.com/24177603/silo-season-2-apple-tv-plus-premiere-date-sdcc-2024Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Autonomous delivery startup Nuro is gearing up for a comeback(00:03:37) OpenAI comes for Google with SearchGPT(00:06:04) Max Space reinvents expandable habitats with a 17th-century twist, launching in 2026(00:08:57) Silo season 2 hits Apple TV Plus this November

Stripe Acquires Lemon Squeezy, Windows 11 Adds Android Phone Integration

Stripe acquires payment processing startup Lemon Squeezy, expanding its suite of services. Windows 11 introduces a new feature allowing users to access their Android phones through File Explorer. Plus, ESR's budget-friendly Qi2 car charger offers fast wireless charging for iPhone 12 series and Android devices. Also, Apple's iCloud Private Relay experiences outages, raising concerns about cloud-based services and user privacy.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/26/stripe-acquires-payment-processing-startup-lemon-squeezy/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/26/24206712/microsoft-windows-11-file-explorer-android-phone-featurehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/7/26/24206412/esr-qi2-magnetic-car-charger-nes-controllers-deal-salehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/26/apples-icloud-private-relay-hit-by-outages-for-some-users/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Stripe acquires payment processing startup Lemon Squeezy(00:02:58) Windows 11 will soon add your Android phone to File Explorer(00:05:31) ESR’s inexpensive Qi2 car charger is more than 40 off for a limited time(00:08:17) Apple's iCloud Private Relay hit by outages for some users

Greenely Secures €8M Funding for Energy Transition, Gig Worker Battle Ends in Favor of Uber and Lyft

Energy tech startup Greenely grabs €8M to reach more households and support Europe's energy transition. Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash have finally won the Prop 22 gig worker battle. Plus, Google makes its Gemini chatbot faster and more widely available. Also, video game performers to go on strike over AI protections.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/26/energy-tech-startup-greenely-grabs-e8m-to-reach-more-households-and-support-europes-energy-transition/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/25/24206354/california-prop-22-uber-lyft-doordash-winhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/25/google-speeds-up-its-gemini-chatbot-and-brings-it-to-more-places/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/25/24206357/video-game-performer-strike-sag-aftraOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Energy tech startup Greenely grabs €8M to reach more households and support Europe's energy transition(00:03:23) Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash have finally won the Prop 22 gig worker battle(00:06:19) Google makes its Gemini chatbot faster and more widely available(00:09:02) Video game performers to go on strike

CRED Introduces Game-Changing Money Management Feature, Exciting Leaks of New Nest Thermostat

CRED revolutionizes personal finance with the introduction of CRED Money. Exciting leaks reveal new features of the upcoming Nest Learning Thermostat. Plus, Amazon's Prime Video secures a major deal to stream NBA games, and Star Catcher Industries aims to build a space power grid for the orbital industry.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/24/cred-launches-personal-finance-manager-for-indias-affluent/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/24/24205541/google-nest-learning-thermostat-4th-gen-leakshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/7/24/24205603/amazon-prime-video-11-year-nba-streaming-dealhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/07/24/star-catcher-wants-to-build-a-space-power-grid-to-supercharge-orbital-industry/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) You can now track and manage bank transactions with CRED(00:03:04) A new Nest Learning Thermostat might be on the way(00:05:56) The NBA’s new TV deals put a lot of games on Amazon’s Prime Video starting in 2025(00:08:26) Star Catcher wants to build a space power grid to supercharge orbital industry