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Italian Authority Alerts GEDI to Risks of Sharing Data With OpenAI
On November 29, Italy's data protection watchdog (Garante) issued a warning to publisher GEDI regarding its planned collaboration with OpenAI. The regulator highlighted concerns that such data sharing could violate the European Union’s stringent data protection laws, prioritizing safeguarding personal information. GEDI Clarifies No Personal Data Is Sold in OpenAI...
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Canadian News Outlets Sue OpenAI for Alleged Copyright Violations
A group of major Canadian news outlets, including the CBC, is suing ChatGPT creator OpenAI for allegedly violating copyright law by scraping news articles. The lawsuit was filed at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on November 29th, the CBC says, and asks to collect punitive damages along with the...
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Tor Project Wants to Establish 200 WebTunnel Bridges Amid Russian Crackdown
The Onion Routing (TOR) Project has launched a new initiative to counter escalating internet censorship in Russia. The organization calls on volunteers to establish 200 WebTunnel bridges, a recently introduced technology that makes it harder for authorities to detect and block Tor traffic. Russia Escalating Censorship According to an official...
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Google, Opera Form Alliance Accusing Microsoft of Limiting Web Browser Choice
Google, Opera, Vivaldi, and other companies have formed an alliance accusing Microsoft of stifling web browser choice on Windows. The new Browser Choice Alliance accuses Microsoft of using "dark patterns" to steer users away from the competition and toward Edge. The tech giant allegedly creates "hurdles" to downloading other browsers,...
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Rivian Gets a Conditional $6.6b Loan for Its Georgia EV Factory
Electric truck and SUV maker Rivian says it has won “conditional commitment” from the US Department of Energy for a loan up to $6.6 billion, helping it build a new EV factory in the state of Georgia. Production will start in 2028, Rivian says. The facility is expected to manufacture...
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Tech Giants Call for Delay on Australia’s Social Media Ban for Kids
Tech giants Google, Meta, and TikTok are pushing back against an Australian bill that would bar children under 16 from accessing social media. The legislation, which is among the strictest globally, aims to curb children's use of platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X as part of Prime Minister Anthony...
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Larian’s Profits Soared Past $200M in 2023 Thanks To Baldur’s Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 has been widely played following its 2023 launch, and now we know just how well it sold for developer Larian Studios. Larian’s 2023 pre-tax profit totaled €249m ($262m), a huge step up for the relatively small developer, as it had reported a €214K ($225K) loss before BG3’s...
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UK Urges NATO Allies to Bolster AI Cyber Defenses Amid Rising Russian Threats
Cabinet Office Minister Pat McFadden unveiled Britain's plan to address escalating cyber threats with a dedicated AI security laboratory. He discussed this latest development at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Cyber Defence Conference in London. The laboratory, backed by £8.22 million in government funding, will develop advanced cyber defense...
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Larian Studios Sets 100 Mod Limit for Baldur’s Gate 3 Consoles
Larian Studios has implemented a 100-mod limit for console versions of Baldur's Gate 3 to address stability issues caused by excessive mod usage. This adjustment, announced in an update last week, aims to ensure smooth gameplay for players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S as the game's growing mod...
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Home EntertainmentFunny Things to Ask Alexa: Ask the Comedian in Your Speaker
Amazon Alexa, the voice assistant that lives inside your Echo smart speaker, can do a lot of things. It can set reminders, check traffic conditions, play your favorite podcasts, and even order more pet food — because, let's be real, running out would be a disaster for your furry friend....
By: Anurag Singh | Tech Journalist
