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AI-Generated Fake Identities Bypass KYC Checks, Experts Warn
Criminals use AI to create synthetic identities that defeat Know Your Customer verification. The trend poses a serious threat to businesses across industries.

Google Chrome's New Encryption Blocks Cookie Theft by Malware
Chrome now encrypts browser cookies at the system level, preventing malware from reading and stealing them to hijack user sessions.

Poland Moves to Ban Phones and Smartwatches in Schools
Poland's government approved a bill to ban phones and smartwatches in schools, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student focus. The proposal now heads to parliament.

VR Fitness App Supernatural to Spin Off From Meta, Launch Independently This Fall
Supernatural, the VR workout platform under Meta, will become an independent company. A new app version arrives this fall, ahead of Meta's planned shutdown.

Startups bet on getting people offline with games and DIY computers
Startups like Board and cyberdeck creators are gaining traction by promoting offline activities and DIY computing.

Meta Faces Privacy Backlash After Removing Facial Recognition From Smart Glasses
Meta removed a face recognition system from its Ray-Ban smart glasses after privacy concerns. The company expressed frustration over the decision.

Apple Turns Parents Into Gatekeepers With Expanded Child Safety Controls
Apple's new iOS child safety features require parental approval for apps, browsing and contacts, turning parents into IT administrators.

Wired Earbuds Stage a Comeback as Users Seek Reliability Over Convenience
After years of wireless dominance, wired earbuds are returning to favor among consumers who value reliability and sound quality over cord-free convenience.

SpaceX IPO Faces Investor Scrutiny Amid CEO Controversy
SpaceX considers an IPO while CEO Elon Musk's controversies create tension for investors balancing innovation with reputational risk.

Meta Services Go Dark: Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp Hit by Major Outage
A major outage on Friday morning disrupted Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger for millions of users. The incident highlights the fragility of Meta's centralized infrastructure and its global impact on communication and commerce.

Screen Fatigue Drives Users Away From Smartwatches Toward Minimalist Alternatives
Consumers are abandoning feature-packed smartwatches for simpler devices like fitness trackers and analog watches, driven by screen fatigue and a desire for intentional living.

Tech Giants Face Scrutiny Over Negative News Overload
Researchers warn that constant exposure to bad news via tech platforms harms mental health. Algorithms optimized for engagement amplify negative content beyond human capacity to cope.

Human Writers Now Fear Sounding Like AI: Study Reveals Avoidance Tactics
A new study shows writers are altering their style to avoid sounding like AI. Many would stop supporting creators who use undisclosed AI.

Political Bias in AI Models Demands Scrutiny and Transparency
Recent analyses reveal that leading AI models show distinct political leanings, raising concerns about objectivity and the need for clearer disclosure from developers.

Lawyers Face Sanctions for Using AI-Generated Fake Citations in Facebook Defamation Case
A dismissed defamation lawsuit against Facebook users backfires as lawyers may face sanctions for submitting fake AI-generated citations to support their arguments.

Google Builds a Universal Cart Across YouTube and Gmail
Google is rolling out a Universal Cart that lets users buy products across YouTube and Gmail, streamlining shopping inside its apps.

Google Adds AI Detection to Circle to Search Feature
Google is rolling out AI detection to its Circle to Search tool, letting users see if an image was generated or edited by AI. The feature uses metadata and content credentials.

Open-source coding model NousCoder-14B matches big rivals in just 4 days
An open-source AI coding model trained in four days matches proprietary systems, highlighting the rapid progress of open-source alternatives in AI-assisted software development.

San Francisco Nonprofit Deploys Robots to Address Volunteer Shortage in Meal Prep
A San Francisco nonprofit in the Tenderloin district is using robotic arms to prepare meals as human volunteer numbers decline. The tech-enabled kitchen aims to serve thousands more meals weekly.

Vatican Warns AI Threatens Rights and Freedom in New Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV issued an encyclical warning that AI affects rights and freedom. The Vatican partnered with Anthropic, sparking divided reactions from the tech industry.