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Takeaways From the Senate Hearing With Tech C.E.O.s on Online Child Safety

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 03:20
Senators aggressively questioned executives from major tech companies, especially Meta and TikTok, while Mark Zuckerberg spoke directly to victims’ families.

Elon Musk’s $50 Billion Tesla Pay Was Struck Down. What Happens Next?

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 02:55
The company’s board of directors will now decide whether to appeal the decision, change where Tesla is incorporated or negotiate a new pay package.

F.B.I. Director Warns of China Hacking Threat

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 02:21
In testimony before Congress, Christopher A. Wray, the agency’s director, said Beijing was preparing to sow chaos if disputes with the United States flared into conflict.

Mark Zuckerberg Addresses Families at Senate Child Safety Hearing

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 00:05
The Meta chief executive addressed families during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on child online safety.

Kids Online Safety Act Is a Bipartisan Push to Protect Children on Social Media

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 23:45
A bill backed by dozens of senators would require platforms take “reasonable measures” to shield children from bullying, harassment, sexual exploitation, anorexia, self-harm and predatory marketing.

The Apple Vision Pro Is a Marvel. But Who Will Buy It?

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 22:03
Parents, movie buffs and office workers might all succumb to the novelty of Apple’s new ‘spatial computing’ device.

Apple’s Vision Pro Headset Costs Closer to $4,600 With Necessary Add-Ons

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 22:03
The new headset teaches a valuable lesson about the cost of tech products: The upsells and add-ons will get you.

News Outlet Blames Photoshop for Making Australian Lawmaker’s Photo More Revealing

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 19:20
9News apologized for the edited photo of the member of Parliament, Georgie Purcell, which it said was a result of “automation by Photoshop.”

Meta Rejected Efforts to Improve Children’s Safety, Documents Show

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 16:47
Lawmakers released internal emails detailing the company’s failed efforts to add staff to focus on the online safety of minors, hours before a hearing on the topic.

Silicon Valley Battles States Over New Online Safety Laws for Children

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 15:30
Lawsuits filed by NetChoice, which represents companies including TikTok and Meta, have stalled protection efforts in three states.

Microsoft Reports 33% Rise in Earnings

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 05:02
Revenue was up 18% in the latest quarter, the tech giant said, as investors look for signs that it’s beginning to profit from artificial intelligence.

Elon Musk’s Tesla Pay Package Is Voided by Judge

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 04:20
Shareholders had sued, arguing that Mr. Musk’s compensation — which helped make him the world’s richest person — was excessive.

Google’s Parent Company, Alphabet, Reports Earnings Below Estimates

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 04:10
Google’s parent company reported that sales climbed 13 percent to $86.3 billion while profit jumped 52 percent.

Using A.I., Hollywood Agency and Tech Start-Up Aim to Protect Artists

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 01:53
WME said the partnership would help its clients get fake images of themselves removed or receive compensation for use of their likenesses.

Using A.I., Hollywood Agency and Tech Start-Up Aim to Protect Artists

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 01:53
WME said the partnership would help its clients get fake images of themselves removed or receive compensation for use of their likenesses.

Law Enforcement Braces for Flood of Child Sex Abuse Images Generated by A.I.

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 00:58
Artificial intelligence technology has drastically simplified the creation of images of children being exploited or abused, whether real or fake.

Minute-Long Soap Operas Are Here. Is America Ready?

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 19:26
Popularized in China during the pandemic, ReelShort and other apps are hoping to bring minute-by-minute melodramas to the United States.

Minute-Long Soap Operas Are Here. Is America Ready?

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 19:26
Popularized in China during the pandemic, ReelShort and other apps are hoping to bring minute-by-minute melodramas to the United States.

G.M. Profits Hurt by Unsold Electric Vehicles and Strike

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 17:00
The automaker has placed a bet on battery-powered cars, but it has struggled to produce and sell the vehicles in large numbers.

Focused Cuts and Fewer Layers: Tech Layoffs Enter a New Phase

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 15:32
Amazon, Google, Microsoft and other tech companies have been on a layoff spree this month, with the latest cuts differing from last year’s mass reductions.

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