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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
The recent legal battle over the Texas HB 18 law, also known as the Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act, has brought to light significant concerns regarding online speech and freedom of expression. The law was set to take effect on September 1st, but a federal judge issued a partial block on the
The recent dispute between DirecTV and Disney has resulted in a blackout of Disney-owned channels, including ABC and ESPN, from DirecTV’s lineup. This occurred right in the middle of ESPN’s broadcast of the US Open tennis tournament and just ahead of the NFL season opener. Both companies are blaming each other for causing the blackout,
In a recent incident, US astronaut Barry Wilmore contacted the NASA ground crew to seek assistance regarding a repetitive knocking sound emanating from the Boeing Starliner craft. This interaction, captured by a member of the NASA Space Flight forum, raised some concerns about the potential issues with the spacecraft. Despite the recording and subsequent discussion,
In the world of social media and online platforms, the fediverse has emerged as an alternative to traditional closed networks. While the fediverse has the potential to create enduring and interoperable social networks, one major challenge that creators and businesses face is monetization. The lack of direct ways to make money from their audiences within
The latest movie trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has generated quite a buzz among fans. The introduction of Sonic’s nemesis, Shadow, played by Keanu Reeves, has added an exciting new dynamic to the film. While the trailer only provided a glimpse of Reeves’ voice, it compensated with plenty of Jim Carrey’s portrayal of the
Nintendo has hinted at the release of a next-gen Nintendo Switch next year, but in the meantime, the standard Nintendo Switch is currently on sale at Amazon. For $267, you can purchase the Switch with blue and red Joy-Con controllers, saving $33. This handheld gaming console can last up to six hours on a single
Hyundai, known for its innovative electric vehicle lineup, is set to introduce the Ioniq 9, a three-row SUV that will be manufactured at the company’s factory in Georgia. This announcement comes at a time when other automakers are hesitant to invest in electric vehicles due to slowing demand. Hyundai, on the other hand, is taking
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming Apple product launch event, rumors are circulating about the potential features of the iPhone 16 lineup. According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, sources indicate that the new iPhones could have larger screens on the Pro models, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max reportedly increasing from 6.7 inches to
ElevenLabs, an AI audio startup, has recently announced the global availability of their text-to-speech Reader app, catering to a wider audience by adding support for 32 different languages. This move represents a significant step towards inclusivity, enabling users from various linguistic backgrounds to utilize the app for their needs. By offering languages such as Spanish,