Apple’s recent iPhone 16 event unveiled a range of new products and features, while the PS5 Pro was confirmed to be on the horizon with a hefty price tag of $700. Meta came under scrutiny for admitting to scraping every Australian’s account to train its AI without providing an opt-out option. Australia’s Prime Minister announced plans to potentially ban social media for kids between the ages of 14-16.
Taylor Swift endorsed politicians Harris and Walz, attributing her decision to AI imagery that encouraged her to go public. AI technology was highlighted as a key factor in improving existing products. Meanwhile, the Polaris Dawn astronauts successfully completed the first private spacewalk, and the concept of ‘Right to Repair for Your Body’ gained traction with the rise of DIY and pirated medicine.
Other news included Microsoft’s plan to remove low-level access, Mark Zuckerberg expressing he is done apologizing, and an Italian retro video game piracy scandal. Additionally, a record-setting Prius journey and the launch of the LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy game were noted. The popular YouTube show Hot Ones may be coming to Netflix, with Devindra Hardawar as host and guests Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Anthony Ha.
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