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Foursquare Layoffs, Fortnite’s Post-Apocalyptic Season, Google’s Password Sharing, and ESA’s Post-ISS Era

Foursquare lays off 105 employees as part of its efforts to streamline operations. Fortnite launches a post-apocalyptic season with Fallout, Magneto, and vehicular mayhem. Google introduces password sharing within family groups for added convenience and security. ESA selects The Exploration Company and Thales Alenia to develop cargo spacecraft, advancing Europe's quest for sovereign access to space.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/23/foursquare-just-laid-off-105-employees/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/24/24163374/fortnite-chapter-5-season-3-wrecked-battle-pass-fallout-magnetohttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/23/24163560/google-password-manager-share-passwords-family-grouphttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/23/esa-prepares-for-the-post-iss-era-selects-the-exploration-company-thales-alenia-to-develop-cargo-spacecraft/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Foursquare just laid off 105 employees(00:03:07) Fortnite’s new post-apocalyptic season has Fallout, Magneto, and vehicular mayhem(00:06:23) You can now share passwords within your Google family group(00:09:09) ESA prepares for the post-ISS era, selects The Exploration Company, Thales Alenia to develop cargo spacecraft

Reviving a Lost Protein and Meta’s Lack of Diversity in AI

Meet the Finnish biotech startup bringing a long lost mycoprotein to your plate. Meta's new AI council is comprised entirely of white men. Plus, Google Pay introduces card perks and BNPL options, and the Biden campaign seeks a seasoned meme lord.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/22/meet-the-finnish-biotech-startup-bringing-a-long-lost-mycoprotein-to-your-plate/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/22/metas-new-ai-council-is-comprised-entirely-of-white-men/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/22/google-pay-will-now-display-card-perks-bnpl-options-and-more/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/22/the-biden-campaign-is-looking-to-hire-a-seasoned-meme-lord/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Meet the Finnish biotech startup bringing a long lost mycoprotein to your plate(00:03:22) Meta’s new AI council is comprised entirely of white men(00:05:42) Google Pay will now display card perks, BNPL options and more(00:08:34) The Biden campaign is looking to hire a seasoned meme lord

OneXPlayer X1 Mini: The Ultimate Handheld Gaming PC, Garmin Lily 2: A Stylish Solution for Notification Fatigue

Introducing the feature-packed OneXPlayer X1 Mini handheld gaming PC. Plus, discover Garmin's fashion-forward Lily 2 tracker for a distraction-free fitness tracking experience. Also, explore the shiny reboot of the Apple Education Store and the convenience of Google's new "Add to Chromebook" badge for finding and installing web apps.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/21/24161887/onexplayer-x1-mini-handheld-gaming-pc-ssdhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/21/24161293/garmin-lily-2-fitness-tracker-amazon-fire-tv-cube-deal-salehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/21/24162095/the-apple-education-store-got-a-shiny-reboothttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/21/24161956/google-add-to-chromebook-badge-button-install-progressive-web-apps-pwaOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) The OneXPlayer X1 Mini is the most feature-packed handheld gaming PC yet(00:03:29) Garmin’s fashion-forward Lily 2 tracker is still on sale for $50 off(00:06:13) The Apple Education Store got a shiny reboot.(00:09:00) Google’s new “Add to Chromebook” badge makes web apps easier to find and install

Volvo and Aurora Unveil Self-Driving Truck, Zen Educate Addresses Teacher Shortage

Aurora and Volvo unveil a self-driving truck designed for a driverless future. Zen Educate raises $37M to address the teacher shortage crisis. Plus, Microsoft announces AI and hardware products at Build 2024. Also, OpenAI engages in discussions with Scarlett Johansson over AI voice concerns.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/20/aurora-volvo-unveil-self-driving-truck-driverless-future/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/20/zen-educate-raises-37m-for-marketplace-that-matches-schools-with-teachers/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/20/microsoft-build-2024-here-are-all-the-ai-and-hardware-products-microsoft-announced/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/20/24161108/openai-scarlett-johanson-chatgpt-her-skyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Aurora and Volvo unveil self-driving truck designed for a driverless future(00:03:41) Zen Educate raises $37M and acquires Aquinas Education as it tries to address the teacher shortage(00:06:38) Microsoft Build 2024: Here are all the AI and hardware products Microsoft announced(00:10:04) OpenAI is talking to Scarlett Johansson over AI voice concerns

Revolutionizing Hardware Engineering, Blue Origin’s Successful Capsule Return

Rollup is revolutionizing the way complex hardware is built, making hard tech development faster and more efficient. Blue Origin successfully brings its capsule back to Earth, marking another milestone in commercial space travel. Plus, OpenAI removes ChatGPT's Scarlett Johansson-like voice, sparking a conversation about AI ethics. And Apple TV Plus' Time Bandits starts streaming in July, promising an exciting adventure through time and space.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/20/rollup-wants-to-be-the-hardware-engineers-workhorse/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/19/24160168/blue-origins-capsule-is-back-on-earthhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/20/openai-to-remove-chatgpts-scarlett-johansson-like-voice/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/20/24160764/time-bandits-streaming-release-date-apple-tv-plusOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Rollup wants to be the hardware engineer's workhorse(00:02:34) Blue Origin’s capsule is back on Earth.(00:04:54) OpenAI to remove ChatGPT's Scarlett Johansson-like voice(00:08:00) Apple’s time travel comedy Time Bandits starts streaming in July

Google’s AI Dominates I/O Keynote, Gemini Privacy Concerns, Chrome’s Integration with Gemini Nano AI

Google's recent I/O keynote focuses on AI, with Gemini mentioned over 120 times. Explore the privacy concerns surrounding Gemini's scam detection feature. Discover how Chrome's integration with Gemini Nano AI revolutionizes web browsing. Plus, learn about the latest updates for Android developers in Google Play.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/14/google-mentioned-ai-120-times-during-its-i-o-keynote/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/14/24156663/google-wants-gemini-to-listen-in-on-your-callshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/14/24155382/google-gemini-ai-chrome-nano-iohttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/14/google-play-preps-a-new-full-screen-app-discovery-feature-and-adds-more-developer-tools/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Google mentioned 'AI' 120+ times during its I/O keynote(00:02:41) Google wants Gemini to listen in on your calls.(00:05:21) Google is building Gemini Nano AI right into Chrome(00:07:51) Google Play preps a new full-screen app discovery feature and adds more developer tools

OpenAI Unveils Groundbreaking Multimodal AI, Apple’s Legal Battle Continues

OpenAI is set to debut a multimodal AI digital assistant that combines speech and object recognition. Apple's ongoing legal battle with Epic Games takes an interesting turn. Plus, game stores refund Ghost of Tsushima pre-orders, and iFixit's Pro Tech Toolkit is on sale. Tune in to Simply Tech for the latest updates on AI technology, app store policies, gaming controversies, and device repairs.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24154307/openai-multimodal-digital-assistant-chatgpt-phone-callshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24154397/only-38-of-65000-developers-have-applied-for-apples-outside-payment-linkshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24154412/steam-refunding-ghost-of-tsushima-preorders-psn-network-unavailablehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24153242/ifixit-pro-tech-toolkit-sharge-retro-67-charger-deal-saleOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) OpenAI could debut a multimodal AI digital assistant soon(00:03:43) Only 38 of 65,000 developers have applied for Apple’s outside payment links.(00:06:09) Game stores are refunding Ghost of Tsushima pre-orders in non-PSN countries(00:08:39) iFixit’s Pro Tech Toolkit is on sale for just $60

Scammers Exploit Indian Government Websites, Apple Introduces AI Transcription to Voice Memos, EA Prototypes In-Game Ads, Microsoft Launches Mobile Game Store

Scammers found planting online betting ads on Indian government websites. Apple plans to bring AI transcription to Voice Memos and Notes. EA is prototyping in-game ads for its next generation of games. Microsoft is launching its own mobile game store in July. Stay informed about these tech news stories and their potential impact on cybersecurity, productivity, gaming experience, and the mobile gaming market.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/10/scammers-found-planting-online-betting-ads-on-indian-government-websites/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/10/24153618/apple-ai-transcription-notes-voice-memoshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/10/24153809/ea-in-game-ads-reduxhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/10/microsoft-is-launching-its-mobile-game-store-in-july/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Scammers found planting online betting ads on Indian government websites(00:03:07) Apple might bring AI transcription to Voice Memos and Notes(00:05:42) EA is prototyping in-game ads even as we speak(00:08:45) Microsoft is launching its mobile game store in July

Stanford’s Breakthrough in AR Glasses, T-Mobile and Verizon Eye US Cellular

Did Stanford just prototype the future of AR glasses? Verizon and T-Mobile are trying to gobble up US Cellular. Plus, Microsoft's new Xbox mobile gaming store is launching in July. Also, AI chip startup DEEPX secures $80M Series C funding.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/9/24153092/stanford-ai-holographic-ar-glasses-3d-imaging-researchhttps://www.theverge.com/business/2024/5/9/24153201/verizon-t-mobile-buy-us-cellular-spectrumhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/9/24153245/microsoft-xbox-mobile-gaming-store-july-launchhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/09/ai-chip-startup-deepx-secures-80-5m-series-c-at-a-529m-valuation/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Did Stanford just prototype the future of AR glasses?(00:03:02) Verizon and T-Mobile are trying to gobble up US Cellular(00:06:26) Microsoft’s new Xbox mobile gaming store is launching in July(00:08:50) AI chip startup DEEPX secures $80M Series C at a $529M valuation

Google DeepMind’s AI Revolutionizes Molecular Modeling, OpenAI’s Model Spec for Responsible AI, Intel-Motherboard Rift on CPU Stability

Google DeepMind's new AI model can model DNA, RNA, and 'all life's molecules'. OpenAI releases Model Spec to establish rules for AI models. Intel and motherboard makers disagree on stabilizing crashing i9 CPUs. Microsoft's closure of game studios raises questions about its future goals.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152088/google-deepmind-ai-model-predict-molecular-structure-alphafoldhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152273/openai-model-spec-behavior-rules-guidelines-artificial-intelligencehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152383/intel-motherboard-manufacturer-i9-stability-bios-update-baseline-profile-defaulthttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152137/xbox-hi-fi-rush-tango-gameworks-matt-bootyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Google DeepMind’s new AI can model DNA, RNA, and ‘all life’s molecules’(00:04:19) OpenAI’s Model Spec outlines some basic rules for AI(00:06:34) Intel and motherboard makers disagree on how to stabilize your crashing i9 CPU(00:09:03) Microsoft says it needs games like Hi-Fi Rush the day after killing its studio