Daily Tech Headlines

Netflix makes waves with a $27.75 per-share cash offer for Warner Bros Discovery. Meanwhile, Sony teams up with TCL to spin off its TV hardware business. Adobe unleashes exciting AI features for Premiere Pro and After Effects, enhancing user experience. In social media news, Meta's oversight board debates a permanent ban for hate speech. Plus, a stunning report reveals that Reels will dominate Instagram ads by 2025, and the EU proposes a Cybersecurity Act revision aimed at high-risk vendors.

Asus has paused production of new phone models, focusing instead on existing customer support. OpenAI hints at new music features with hostnames referencing 'Sonata.' The company's CFO reveals a projected $20 billion revenue and significant compute growth by 2025. Amazon is changing its commingling and barcode policies, while Anna's Archive faces legal troubles over data storage. Meanwhile, Xbox tests an ad-supported gaming model and Zootopia 2 hits a massive $1.7 billion at the box office.

OpenAI is shaking things up with a new ads test for its free and Go plans, offering users fresh features. In tech governance, Canada and China are teaming up to cut EV tariffs, which could change the auto market landscape. TikTok is rolling out age-detection tech in Europe to better manage underage users. Meanwhile, Netflix is promising a 45-day theatrical window for WBD films if the acquisition goes through. Lastly, Meta is refocusing its metaverse strategy, shedding Workspace features to streamline its initiatives.

Google's new feature lets users change their @gmail.com addresses while keeping their data intact. ASUS clarifies GPU availability amidst supply constraints, and a significant U.S.-Taiwan trade deal aims to enhance semiconductor production. Meanwhile, Netflix extends its theatrical window to 45 days, stirring controversy in the industry. TikTok bolsters age verification processes in Europe and the UK, while YouTube relaxes ad policies for more controversial content. Plus, a Bluetooth vulnerability could enable device hijacking.

Max is tightening its grip by banning edits on revealing images, while Grok shifts to a paid model amid privacy concerns. Spotify plans yet another premium price hike in the U.S. Google is enhancing Chrome for Android with Gemini's AI features, and Cerebras just scored a massive $10 billion deal with OpenAI to provide computing power. Meanwhile, Tesla moves to a subscription model for its FSD. Additionally, YouTube introduces new parental controls for Shorts, and platforms take down millions of underage accounts in Australia.

The US government has greenlit conditional exports of Nvidia's H200 chips to China, but customs may block them anyway. Roblox is grappling with significant age-verification issues that misclassified users, while Tesla has shifted to a subscription model for its full self-driving feature. Meanwhile, Meta is enhancing Reels personalization options, and Anthropic's investment aims to boost Python security. Tensions rise as the UK scales back its digital ID plans, impacting privacy measures.

Microsoft is stepping up by covering full electricity costs for its U.S. data centers, addressing concerns over AI expansion. Apple has debuted a new Creator Studio subscription, offering a suite of apps. Meanwhile, Meta is shifting gears, laying off over 1,000 employees to prioritize AI and wearables, while also launching the MetaCompute initiative for AI infrastructure. The FCC has changed the rules on phone unlocking, and Tesla is bringing back the seven-seat option for its Model Y, appealing to families.

Anthropic has unveiled Claude for Healthcare, introducing new features aimed at improving health and life sciences. Meanwhile, Cloudflare faces potential consequences in Italy following a hefty fine from AGCOM. In Australia, Meta has shut down around 550,000 accounts to comply with a new ban on social media for users under 16. The show also addresses a UK investigation into AI-generated inappropriate content and India's proposed rules for smartphone source code sharing.

Meta has struck significant nuclear power deals to support its AI data centers. Amazon's ambitious plans for a colossal mega store are underway, blending groceries and retail innovation. Indonesia has temporarily blocked X's Grok chatbot over deepfake concerns, sparking debates in the U.S. Senate. LEGO fans can now preorder SmartPlay Star Wars sets, which promise interactive fun. Meanwhile, Bose has reversed its decision on SoundTouch software, and Universal Music teams up with NVIDIA to enhance AI music discovery.

A discussion on the superficial restrictions X imposed on Grok's image tools after the deepfake controversy raises eyebrows. Critics argue XAI's measures are inadequate to prevent harmful content. The European Commission is contemplating classifying WhatsApp as a major platform, while the FCC plans a vote on new geofenced wireless devices for improved connectivity. In Iran, a near-total internet collapse disrupts communications amid protests. Additionally, NVIDIA's new CMO and a $20 billion investment by XAI for AI improvements highlight significant industry movements.