TechLinked Mass layoffs, dbrand's Killswitch Woes, AI Training Isn't Piracy? + More!
Jun 26, 2025
Mass layoffs in tech are causing a stir, with major companies facing tough decisions due to profit downturns. Dbrand is in hot water over product issues, sparking consumer dissatisfaction. Meanwhile, a court ruling suggests that AI training might not be considered piracy, shaking up the industry. On the brighter side, Noctua is rolling out a new fan, and NVIDIA's upcoming RTX 5050 promises competitive performance. Plus, rumors swirl about the iPhone 17 Pro's exciting features! The tech landscape is as dynamic as ever.
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Big Tech Layoffs Montaged
- Intel is laying off 107 jobs as it closes its automotive business branch.
- Xbox is also cutting jobs, mostly affecting its Xbox team, while Bumble is reducing 30% of its workforce.
dbrand's Kill Switch Controversy
- dbrand initially blamed customers for faults in their Kill Switch 2 product by saying users held it wrong.
- They later apologized and promised a proper fix following community backlash including a demonstration by Linus Sebastian.
AI Training on Copyrighted Works
- A US judge ruled AI training on copyrighted books is legal if books were purchased, not pirated.
- This ruling acknowledges training didn't create direct copies or infringing outputs, clarifying some murky copyright aspects.