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Almost the entire US South is now being blocked by Pornhub

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 7m ago

Almost the entire US South is now being blocked by Pornhub

Pornhub's owner, Aylo, has blocked its sites in 16 U.S. states, including most of the South, due to age verification laws requiring ID for access. Aylo argues these laws drive users to riskier sites, compromise privacy, and are ineffective. VPN use in these states surged significantly as users sought workarounds. Some First Amendment advocates are challenging these laws at the Supreme Court, aiming to lift the restrictions by arguing they infringe on free speech rights.

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DeepSeek gets the TikTok treatment.

The Verge

The Verge · 6m ago

DeepSeek gets the TikTok treatment.

A new bipartisan bill aims to ban the Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek from US government devices to protect sensitive information. This proposed legislation mirrors past actions against TikTok and follows similar bans enacted in Australia, Italy, and South Korea. Texas, the US Navy, and NASA have also blocked the app. The initiative reflects growing concerns over potential data security threats posed by foreign apps on official equipment.

'My eyes are bleeding': Elon Musk decrees removal of bold and italics text

Livemint

Livemint · 11m ago

'My eyes are bleeding': Elon Musk decrees removal of bold and italics text

- Bold, italics, and other formatting options have been removed from X's main timeline. - Users can still view these formatting options when they click on post details. - The removal of bold font is due to excessive use and misuse for engagement farming. - Blocked users on X can now see posts from the person who blocked them but can't interact with those posts. - Previously, blocked users received a blocking message when attempting to view a profile. - Livemint has been recognized as the fastest growing news website globally, while also being India's top platform for General Election Results.

Epic Games says Fortnite back on Apple's US App Store

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Epic Games says Fortnite back on Apple's US App Store

Epic Games announced the return of Fortnite to Apple's US App Store following a prolonged legal dispute. The game was previously blocked due to an update rejected by Apple, but it is now accessible on iPhones and iPads in the US, as well as in the European Union. Despite courts ruling against Apple’s restrictive practices, the details of what led to Fortnite’s return remain undisclosed. The conflict centered around Apple's high commission fees and restrictions.

From K-pop to sales girls, AI goes mainstream in South Korea

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

From K-pop to sales girls, AI goes mainstream in South Korea

AI humans are becoming mainstream in South Korea, with virtual humans being created by Pulse9 for various purposes. These digital creations have appeared as students, interns, and TV personalities, driving product sellouts. Pulse9 aims to expand the use of AI humans and is developing technology to make them more versatile. The demand for AI humans in South Korea initially came from the K-pop industry, but now these virtual beings are being integrated into society as colleagues and friends. However, the use of deepfakes raises concerns about the blurring of reality and authenticity.

Urban Company beauticians protest at Gurugram office: Report

Inshorts · 2y ago

Urban Company beauticians protest at Gurugram office: Report

According to a report, beautician partners staged a protest at Urban Company's office in Gurugram due to their IDs being permanently blocked by the startup. The partners claimed that their IDs were being blocked because of problems such as frequent booking cancellations and a decrease in user ratings. They accused the startup of favoring new beauticians, which made it difficult for existing partners to get bookings.

WhatsApp Beta introduces group mentions to simplify updates: How it works

Livemint

Livemint · 9m ago

WhatsApp Beta introduces group mentions to simplify updates: How it works

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to mention entire group chats in their status updates. The feature, currently being rolled out to Android beta testers, simplifies communication within active groups by sending notifications and direct messages to all participants. Previously, users could only mention up to five contacts per status, but now they can mention entire groups, making communication quicker and more efficient. The update also removes the need for users to adjust privacy settings, ensuring that all group members can access the status update. Additionally, WhatsApp is introducing custom lists for easier inbox management.

EU regulators seek details of escalating Apple, Epic Games spat

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

EU regulators seek details of escalating Apple, Epic Games spat

Apple is being questioned by the European Union (EU) regarding its decision to prevent Epic Games from launching its own online marketplace on iPhones and iPads in Europe. This inquiry is specifically looking into whether Apple's actions violate EU technology rules and antitrust regulations. Epic Games attempted to take advantage of the new Digital Markets Act, which requires Apple to open its closed ecosystem to competitors. Apple blocked this effort, citing past breaches of contract by Epic Games. The EU is now seeking further explanations from Apple and evaluating their compliance with digital services regulations.

X will allow blocked users to see your posts, Elon Musk reacts

Livemint

Livemint · 11m ago

X will allow blocked users to see your posts, Elon Musk reacts

Elon Musk-owned social media platform X (formerly Twitter) will now allow blocked users to see the posts from the person who blocked them, without the ability to engage. Previously, blocked users could not view any content or details of the person who blocked them. Musk has been critical of the block feature in the past, expressing the need for a stronger mute button instead. The change allows blocked users to see public posts but does not enable them to interact with them. The motive behind the adjustment is unclear.

BYJU’S will have to repay $1.2bn loan, not just ₹20cr: US lenders

Inshorts · 11m ago

BYJU’S will have to repay $1.2bn loan, not just ₹20cr: US lenders

BYJU'S will have to repay the entire $1.2-billion Term Loan B with interest and not just ₹20 crore which CEO Byju Raveendran said was the verified debt on the startup, US lenders said. "Neither Byju nor interim resolution professional have authority to disqualify any term loan lender," the lenders said. They added that almost all key personnel have abandoned BYJU'S.

CDPQ’s real estate arm exits India warehousing assets for $29 mn

VCCircle

VCCircle · 11m ago

CDPQ’s real estate arm exits India warehousing assets for $29 mn

Canada's Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) is divesting its stake in three warehousing assets in India through its real estate arm, Ivanhoé Cambridge. The properties are being sold to Mumbai-based Macrotech Developers for a total of INR 239.56 crore ($28.67m). Ivanhoé had partnered with Macrotech and US private equity firm Bain Capital in 2022 to develop warehouses and industrial parks in India, with each partner holding a one-third stake in the assets. The deal means Macrotech will now hold almost 70% of the assets, with Bain retaining the remainder.

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