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Security researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology discovered that Tile tracking tags transmit unencrypted static MAC addresses and rotating IDs, creating a privacy risk. The flaw allows anyone with a radio‑frequency scanner to intercept tag data, potentially enabling stalking or unauthorized location tracking. Life360, Tile's parent company, was contacted with the findings but ceased communication, later stating it had implemented several security improvements without detailing them.Lire la suite

OpenAI is preparing a standalone social media app that mirrors TikTok’s vertical video feed but will feature only AI‑generated content. The app will be driven by the upcoming Sora 2 video model, limit clips to ten seconds or less, and include identity‑verification tools that let users’ likenesses be used in generated videos. Copyright safeguards will block certain content, and rights holders can opt out of having their material appear. Analysts suggest the move may capitalize on ongoing regulatory uncertainty surrounding TikTok’s U.S. operations.Lire la suite

Meta has launched new facial‑recognition‑based safety features on Facebook in the United Kingdom, European Union and South Korea to curb accounts that impersonate public figures. The technology compares profile pictures of suspicious accounts with verified images of public figures, removing impostor accounts when a match is found. Public figures can opt in to the program, and the rollout follows earlier uses of facial recognition for ad fraud detection and account recovery. Meta reports a notable drop in user reports of “celebrity bait” ads after the initial rollout.Lire la suite

SleepSpace is an AI‑driven sleep app that tracks nightly rest using a phone’s microphone and motion sensor, optionally integrating data from wearables such as Apple Watch or Oura. Users can start a seven‑day trial, after which they may subscribe for $25 per month or $99 per year. The app’s chatbot, Dr. Snooze, provides instant, science‑based recommendations and, when needed, connects users with human sleep experts. Early testers report clearer insights into wake‑ups, sleep quality scores and actionable tips that helped reduce nighttime interruptions.Lire la suite

Amazon-owned Zoox announced plans to map the streets of Washington, D.C. using manually driven Toyota Highlanders equipped with its sensor suite and software. The mapping effort will precede a rollout of autonomous vehicle testing later in the year, with human safety operators behind the wheel. The capital will become Zoox's eighth test site as the company expands its fleet of custom‑built robotaxis and moves toward a commercial service, pending additional regulatory clearances from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.Lire la suite

Cerebras Systems announced a $1.1 billion Series G financing round that values the AI‑hardware company at $8.1 billion. The round was co‑led by Fidelity and Atreides Management with participation from Tiger Global, Valor Equity Partners, 1789 Capital and others. The funding follows a $250 million Series F in 2021 and is earmarked for expanding data‑center footprints and U.S. manufacturing hubs. Despite the capital raise, Cerebras still intends to pursue an IPO, a plan that has faced delays due to CFIUS review of a prior $335 million investment from Abu‑Dhabi‑based G42.Lire la suite

Smartphone maker Nothing announced Playground, an AI‑driven platform that lets users create simple widget‑style apps by entering natural‑language prompts. The tool currently supports building and customizing Essential Apps widgets, with options for more technical users to tweak underlying code. Nothing emphasized security and ease of use, noting that full‑screen apps are not yet supported. The launch follows a recent $200 million funding round led by Tiger Global, and CEO Carl Pei highlighted the company’s vision of AI‑enhanced operating systems and hardware built specifically for AI use cases.Lire la suite

DoorDash has begun rolling out its autonomous delivery robot, called Dot, in the Phoenix area. The five‑foot‑tall, electric robot can travel up to 20 mph on roads, bike lanes and sidewalks, carry up to 30 pounds of food, and travel about five miles on a single charge. Dot is equipped with multiple cameras and sensors that help it navigate complex urban environments. While DoorDash highlights the robot’s potential to complement human couriers, industry observers note the many real‑world obstacles the robot must overcome, from crowded sidewalks to interactions with pedestrians and wheelchair users.Lire la suite

Anthropic announced that it will begin using new Claude chat interactions and coding tasks as training data for its large language models. The shift follows an update to the company’s privacy policy slated for October 8, which will automatically include user data unless individuals explicitly opt out. Users can control the setting through a “Help improve Claude” toggle in Privacy Settings. The policy also extends data retention from 30 days to five years for all users, while commercial‑tier accounts licensed through government or educational programs remain exempt from training data collection.Lire la suite

Google has rolled out a new AI Mode update that turns image search into a conversational experience. Users can now describe what they want in natural language, refine results with follow‑up prompts, and combine text with reference images. The feature leverages Gemini 2.5’s multimodal capabilities and integrates with Google Search, Lens, and Image Search, initially launching in English for U.S. users.Lire la suite

Microsoft introduced a Security Store that offers a curated marketplace of security software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions and AI agents. The store features partners such as Darktrace, Illumio, Netskope, Perfomanta, and Tanium, and integrates tightly with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, and Security Copilot. In parallel, Microsoft enabled Security Copilot users to create custom AI agents through a no‑code tool, expanding the ecosystem of security automation tools available to organizations.Lire la suite

Google Drive for desktop is rolling out an AI-driven ransomware detection tool that scans for malicious file changes across Windows and macOS devices. Trained on millions of real-world ransomware samples, the model can identify suspicious activity, pause file syncing, alert users, and enable restoration to previous versions. The feature is currently in open beta with a goal of general availability by the end of the year, addressing a rise in ransomware incidents worldwide.Lire la suite

Spotify co‑founder Daniel Ek announced he will step down as chief executive after two decades, moving into an executive chairman position. The transition will elevate Alex Norström and Gustav Söderström to co‑chief executive roles, with Norström continuing as chief business officer and Söderström leading product and technology. Ek said his new focus will be on long‑range strategy, capital allocation, regulatory matters and other high‑level concerns. The change follows Ek’s recent involvement in a major investment in German drone maker Helsing through his firm Prima Materia, a move that prompted several artists to remove their catalog from the platform over concerns about AI‑related military technology.Lire la suite

London‑based smartphone maker Nothing introduced Playground, an AI‑driven app store that lets users generate simple apps from text prompts. Built on Android, Playground is part of the broader Essential brand, which encompasses the company’s AI‑related products such as a search tool and a voice‑note organizer. Founder and CEO Carl Pei described the launch as a first step toward an AI‑native operating system, emphasizing that the platform will evolve to allow more seamless, on‑device app creation and a potential new creator economy. The company says it is not abandoning Android and has no immediate monetization plan for the store.Lire la suite

Nothing has unveiled AI-driven features for its Phone 3 line, allowing users to generate custom apps, widgets, and settings through natural‑language prompts. The new Nothing Playground turns ideas into functional code, while Essential Apps lets creators publish and share their AI‑crafted tools. A demo showed the AI designing a simple animated face for the phone’s Glyph Matrix display, and the platform already includes basic utilities like a flight reminder, a hydration widget, and a casual game. Running on Nothing OS 4, the system is an early step toward an AI‑focused operating system.Lire la suite

The debut of Tilly Norwood, an AI‑crafted performer created by the AI talent studio Xicoia, has ignited a heated debate in Hollywood. While creator Eline Van der Velden argues the digital character should be judged on its own merits, actors such as Emily Blunt and Whoopi Goldberg have warned that AI actors threaten the authenticity of human performance. Industry insiders fear the technology could lead to broader AI‑driven productions, prompting calls for caution and a reassessment of how AI fits into the entertainment ecosystem.Lire la suite

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Opera has introduced a subscription‑based AI browser called Opera Neon, priced at $19.90 per month. The service is designed for heavy AI users and offers integrated AI agents that can perform tasks, generate code, and automate web actions directly within the browser. Features include Tasks for workspace organization, Cards for reusable prompts, and Neon Do for automated browsing actions. Opera hopes the premium offering will attract users away from free alternatives and plans to expand access beyond the initial limited rollout.Lire la suite

OpenAI has launched Sora, a new social platform that lets users generate AI‑driven videos featuring realistic likenesses of public figures, including CEO Sam Altman. The app’s feed is flooded with user‑created clips that place Altman in surreal scenarios, prompting discussions about copyright, consent, and the potential for misuse. While OpenAI touts safety controls and user‑managed cameo settings, critics warn that the technology could enable disinformation and raise ethical concerns about deepfake creation.Lire la suite