In a world where remote work has become the norm, the need for innovative tools to enhance our virtual communication has never been greater. This is where Boom, a Mac app created by former Shopify employees Robleh Jama and Krishna Satya, comes into play. The idea for Boom was born out of the founders’ frustration
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In the past, generative AI tools heavily relied on publicly available data sourced from the internet for training purposes. However, there has been a noticeable shift in recent times with data sources becoming more restricted and pushing for licensing agreements. This change has sparked the emergence of new licensing startups aiming to provide a continuous
Android has recently rolled out five new updates to its mobile operating system, aimed at enhancing the accessibility of smartphones, tablets, and Wear OS watches. One of the standout features is the introduction of audio descriptions of images through the “TalkBack” feature. This accessibility tool is designed for users who are blind or have low
Spotter, a startup that focuses on providing financial solutions to content creators, recently unveiled its latest innovation – Spotter Studio. This AI-powered creative suite is designed to offer comprehensive support to YouTubers throughout the content creation process. From brainstorming video concepts to generating thumbnail and title ideas, planning projects, organizing tasks, and collaborating with teams,
Intel has recently announced its latest Lunar Lake mobile processors, designed for low power operation but with a special focus on gaming performance. These chips feature the new Xe2 iGPU architecture, boasting either seven or eight Xe-cores. While the difference in Xe-cores may not drastically impact performance, the top configuration, the Arc 140V GPU, is
At a recent event hosted by Intel for the launch of Lunar Lake, MSI showcased their latest innovation in the form of the MSI Claw 8. This handheld gaming PC is the second model in the Claw series and boasts several improvements over its predecessor. With a larger battery and screen size, the MSI Claw
The automotive industry is rapidly evolving, especially with the increasing demand for electric vehicles. One of the latest developments in the market is the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 refresh, which promises to be a game-changer with its impressive features and upgrades. One of the standout features of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is its native
Instagram recently announced a new feature that allows users to leave comments on Instagram Stories, providing a more public way to interact with the ephemeral posts. This update aims to enhance user engagement and create more meaningful connections within the platform. The addition of comments on Instagram Stories opens up a new avenue for users
Snap Inc. CEO, Evan Spiegel, recently announced that the company is testing a “simplified version of Snapchat” in an effort to improve the platform’s accessibility and usability. This move comes after a tumultuous year for the company, with its stock price plummeting nearly 50% in 2024. Despite the CEO’s attempts to rally employee spirits, the
Google recently announced the release of Android 15, along with making its source code available before the official consumer launch. This latest mobile operating system update will soon be available on supported Pixel devices, with plans to expand to devices from various other manufacturers in the coming months. New Features and Enhancements One significant addition
Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel recently announced that the platform will be introducing “Sponsored Snaps,” which will allow brands to place sponsored messages next to chat threads from friends. This move represents a significant shift for Snapchat, as it will be the first time that ads will be displayed in the main Chat tab of the
Canva, a popular design platform, recently announced significant price hikes for some of its customers. For example, in the U.S., certain Canva Teams subscribers are now facing a substantial increase in their annual fees, with a five-person plan jumping from $119.99 to $500 per year. Similarly, customers in Australia were shocked to see the monthly
The HyperX Cloud Alpha is a gaming headset that has established itself as a standout option in the market. It has consistently been recognized as one of the best gaming headsets available, and its reputation precedes itself. With its dual-chamber design that enhances the bass and mids, the Cloud Alpha has maintained its superiority in
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Google is taking proactive steps to safeguard its generative AI products. Initially, the company announced restrictions on Gemini queries related to the election. However, Google has now extended these restrictions to include other AI products such as Search AI Overviews, YouTube AI-generated summaries for Live Chat, Gems, and
In a recent decision by a panel of five Brazilian Supreme Court justices, a ban on X, the service formerly known as Twitter, was upheld. This ban was issued by Justice Alexandre de Moraes in response to X owner Elon Musk’s failure to comply with court orders to block certain accounts and to identify a
Recently, Mark Zuckerberg sent a letter to Jim Jordan, the chair of the House Judiciary Committee, addressing the ongoing investigation into Meta’s alleged political sabotage through censorship of right-wing content. In his letter, Zuckerberg admitted that the Biden administration had requested Meta to censor certain Covid-related content in 2021, a decision that he now regrets.