Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review – AI dominates Google I/O and more
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May 23, 2025 Paresh Dave, a Senior Writer at WIRED, dives into the latest tech trends. He discusses the newly signed 'Take It Down' Act aimed at tackling non-consensual imagery, stressing its potential pitfalls. The conversation shifts to Google's impressive AI updates unveiled at their I/O conference and how these advancements could revolutionize search engines. Finally, they explore the triumphant return of Fortnite to the Apple App Store, shedding light on the legal battles that led to this major development.
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Risks of the Take It Down Act
- Take It Down Act mandates removal of intimate images within 48 hours.
- It risks abuse and wrongful takedown without appeal or fraud deterrence mechanisms.
Take It Down vs DMCA Differences
- DMCA requires quick takedown but allows content appeals.
- Take It Down Act lacks appeal process and penalties for fraudulent requests.
Google's AI Transformation
- Google integrates AI deeply, changing search experiences.
- AI responses vary, causing hallucinations but offering deeper insights.