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TikTok Ban Bill Passes House, Spotify’s New Marketing Feature, Microsoft’s Pop-up Ads in Chrome

The House revives the TikTok ban bill before most of us noticed. Spotify introduces a new marketing feature for authors. Microsoft sparks frustration with pop-up ads in Google Chrome. Plus, Lenovo sets the bar for foldable laptops with the ThinkPad X1 Fold.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/15/24102472/house-tiktok-ban-bill-staffers-calls-congresshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/15/24102398/spotify-countdown-pages-audiobookshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/15/24101887/microsoft-bing-popups-windows-11-google-chromehttps://www.theverge.com/24099045/lenovo-thinkpad-x1-fold-16-2024-laptop-reviewOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) How the House revived the TikTok ban bill before most of us noticed(00:03:42) Spotify is letting authors market like musicians(00:05:38) Microsoft is stuffing pop-up ads into Google Chrome on Windows again(00:08:05) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold 16 review: setting the bar for foldables

Apple Acquires AI Startup, FCC Updates Broadband Definition, The Ringer Union’s AI Protections, Intel’s New Core i9-14900KS Processor

Apple acquires an AI startup specializing in manufacturing components. The FCC updates its definition of broadband speed. The Ringer union wins key AI protections in a new contract. Intel launches its highly anticipated Core i9-14900KS processor. Stay updated on the latest tech news with Simply Tech!Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/14/apple-acquires-ai-startup-specializing-in-overlooking-manufacturing-components/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/14/24101313/fcc-new-broadband-definition-100mbps-20mbpshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/14/24101241/ringer-spotify-contract-ai-elon-musk-x-don-lemonhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/14/24099713/intel-core-i9-14900ks-release-date-price-featuresOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Apple acquires AI startup specializing in overlooking manufacturing components(00:02:50) The FCC has finally decreed that 25Mbps and 3Mbps are not ‘broadband’ speed(00:05:31) The Ringer union wins key AI protections in new contract — with one big catch(00:07:27) Intel’s new Core i9-14900KS arrives today for $699 with boosts up to 6.2GHz

SpaceX’s Starship Soars, Amazon’s AI Listing Tool, Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra, and Blink Mini 2: Simply Tech’s Latest Tech News

SpaceX successfully launches Starship in third flight test. Amazon introduces AI-powered tool for creating listings. Asus unveils the Zenfone 11 Ultra with a massive screen and impressive camera capabilities. Blink Mini 2 offers an affordable wired security camera for indoor and outdoor use. Stay updated with the latest tech news on Simply Tech!Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/14/24100501/spacex-starship-launch-third-flight-test-successhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/13/amazon-now-lets-sellers-create-listings-through-a-url-by-using-ai/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/14/24099665/asus-zenfone-11-ultra-screen-size-camera-specs-pricehttps://www.theverge.com/24100149/blink-mini-2-reviewOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) SpaceX sucessfully launches Starship in third flight test(00:02:45) Amazon now lets sellers create listings through a URL by using AI(00:04:46) The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra is more screen, less zen(00:07:13) Mini but mighty: Blink’s tiny, inexpensive camera can now go outdoors

Amazon’s AI Revolutionizes Listing Creation, Irish Government Website Exposes Vaccination Records

Amazon introduces an AI-powered tool for sellers to create listings through a URL. A bug in an Irish government website exposes COVID-19 vaccination records. Plus, a review of the Microlino electric bubble car and Turtle Beach's acquisition of gamepad maker PDP.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/13/amazon-now-lets-sellers-create-listings-through-a-url-by-using-ai/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/13/security-flaw-irish-government-hse-covid-19/https://www.theverge.com/24093189/microlino-review-microcar-specs-pricehttps://www.theverge.com/24100046/turtle-beach-pdp-acquisitionOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Amazon now lets sellers create listings through a URL by using AI(00:02:28) A bug in an Irish government website that exposed COVID-19 vaccination records took two years to publicly disclose(00:05:02) Microlino electric bubble car review: urban delight(00:07:39) Turtle Beach is buying gamepad maker PDP

Ontario Teachers Invests in Indian Fintech, Kolet Simplifies Travel eSIM Cards

Ontario Teachers mints a new unicorn in Indian fintech Perfios. Kolet makes travel eSIM cards easier to navigate. Plus, Verve Motion's robot backpack helps workers lighten their load. Also, Deepgram's Aura gives AI agents a voice.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/12/ontario-teachers-mints-new-unicorn-in-indian-fintech-perfios/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/12/kolet-makes-travel-esim-cards-easier-to-navigate/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/12/verve-motions-robot-backpack-helps-workers-lighten-their-load/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/12/deepgrams-aura-gives-ai-agents-a-voice/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Ontario Teachers mints new unicorn in Indian fintech Perfios(00:03:03) Kolet makes travel eSIM cards easier to navigate(00:05:29) Verve Motion's robot backpack helps workers lighten their load(00:07:33) Deepgram’s Aura gives AI agents a voice

Apple’s Web Distribution Move and Roku Breach: Tech News Roundup

Apple announces web distribution for iOS apps in response to the Digital Markets Act. Roku discloses a breach of 15,000 accounts. Plus, Motorola's budget phones impress, and Tierra Biosciences secures $11 million for AI-guided proteins.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/12/apple-to-allow-web-distribution-for-ios-apps-in-latest-dma-tweaks/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/12/24098398/roku-hackers-breach-credit-card-infohttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/12/24097606/motorola-moto-g-5g-power-price-screen-batteryhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/12/protein-tierra-biosciences-11-4m/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Apple to allow web distribution for iOS apps in latest DMA tweaks(00:03:44) Roku hackers breach 15,000 accounts and are selling them online(00:05:53) Motorola’s newest budget phones look surprisingly good(00:08:27) Tierra Biosciences nabs $11 million to create new AI-guided proteins

WhatsApp Tests Encrypted Chats, Warner Bros. Removes Adult Swim Games, Google’s Wi-Fi Woes, Logitech’s Gaming Mouse Upgrade

WhatsApp is testing a new feature to identify end-to-end encrypted chats. Warner Bros. faces backlash for removing Adult Swim Games from digital storefronts. Google's Bay View campus experiences major Wi-Fi problems. Logitech releases a firmware update for its gaming mouse. Stay updated on the latest tech news with Simply Tech!Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/10/24096393/whatsapp-is-testing-identifying-when-chats-are-end-to-end-encrypted-on-androidhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094536/adult-swim-games-delisted-warner-bros-discoveryhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094940/googles-new-bay-view-campus-has-a-big-wi-fi-problemhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094746/logitech-g-pro-x-superlight-2-4khz-polling-rate-update-firmwareOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) WhatsApp is testing identifying when chats are end-to-end encrypted on Android.(00:02:17) Warner Bros. is removing Adult Swim Games from console stores and Steam(00:04:45) Google’s new Bay View campus has a big Wi-Fi problem.(00:06:26) Logitech’s best gaming mouse just got better

Logitech’s G Pro X Superlight 2 Gets Firmware Update, Rare Discounts on Apple HomePods

Logitech releases a firmware update for the G Pro X Superlight 2 gaming mouse, introducing a 4kHz response rate. Best Buy offers limited-time discounts on Apple's HomePod Mini and second-gen HomePod. Warner Bros. removes Adult Swim Games from console stores and Steam, sparking outrage among developers. GM resumes sales of the Chevy Blazer EV with new software and lower prices.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094746/logitech-g-pro-x-superlight-2-4khz-polling-rate-update-firmwarehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24093863/apple-homepod-mini-asus-zenscreen-mb166c-portable-monitor-bayonetta-3-deal-salehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094536/adult-swim-games-delisted-warner-bros-discoveryhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/08/gm-chevy-blazer-ev-sales-fixed/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Logitech’s best gaming mouse just got better(00:02:44) The HomePod and HomePod Mini are both receiving a rare discount(00:05:14) Warner Bros. is removing Adult Swim Games from console stores and Steam(00:07:10) GM resumes Chevy Blazer EV sales with new software and lower prices

OpenAI Board Changes, Activision QA Union, Techstars’ Partnership Uncertainty, Google’s Wi-Fi Woes

OpenAI announces new board members and reinstates CEO Sam Altman. Activision QA workers form the largest US video game union. Techstars' $80 million partnership with J.P. Morgan is on the rocks. Google's new Bay View campus faces a big Wi-Fi problem. Stay updated on the latest developments in the tech industry with 'Simply Tech'.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/08/openai-announces-new-board-members-reinstates-sam-altman/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094602/activision-blizzard-qa-workers-unionizing-microsofthttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/08/techstars-80-million-partnership-with-j-p-morgan-is-on-the-rocks-employees-say/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/8/24094940/googles-new-bay-view-campus-has-a-big-wi-fi-problemOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) OpenAI announces new board members, reinstates CEO Sam Altman(00:03:27) Activision QA workers form the largest US video game union yet(00:06:26) Exclusive: Techstars' $80 million partnership with J.P. Morgan is on the rocks, employees say(00:09:28) Google’s new Bay View campus has a big Wi-Fi problem.

Apple Enhances VisionOS 1.1, India’s Smartwatch Market Disrupted

Apple launches VisionOS 1.1 with improved personas for their innovative headset. India's smartwatch market experiences a shift as unknown brands challenge heavyweights like Apple and Samsung. Plus, Leica's $6,995 camera impresses photography enthusiasts, and Satechi's new USB-C hub offers 8K video output but lacks USB-A ports.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/07/apple-launches-visionos-1-1-with-improved-personas/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/07/india-worlds-biggest-smartwatch-market-change/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/7/24093923/leicas-6995-camera-is-doing-the-mosthttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/7/24093767/satechis-new-usb-c-hub-has-8k-video-output-but-no-usb-a-portsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Apple launches VisionOS 1.1. with improved personas(00:02:51) India's smartwatch market in flux as unknown brands challenge heavyweights(00:06:05) Leica’s $6,995 camera is doing the most.(00:07:36) Satechi’s new USB-C hub has 8K video output but no USB-A ports.