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Meta is paying to peek at how you use their latest AI model
For its new Muse Spark model, intended for operating coding and other agents, Meta is offering an explicit discount averaging out to about 95% for users who "contribute" to the development of future models by sharing their prompts and model outputs.
Google Escapes Ad-Tech Breakup as US Judge Rejects DOJ Sale Demand
Google has secured a major reprieve in its US antitrust battle over online advertising technology. US District Judge Leonie Brinkema rejected the Justice Department’s request to force Google to sell its AdX advertising exchange. Instead, the court opted for behavioural remedies that require changes to Google’s business practices. The decision allows Google to retain AdX while imposing restrictions aimed at improving competition.
Norway Considers Restrictions on Camera-Enabled ‘Pervert Glasses’
Norway is considering stronger regulation of smart glasses and other camera-enabled wearable devices as concerns grow over privacy and covert recording. Digital Minister Karianne Tung said the government is looking at how to regulate technology that combines artificial intelligence with cameras and microphones. The debate has also led critics to describe some camera-equipped smart glasses as “pervert glasses”.
Google’s latest AI weather model gives you no excuse to forget your umbrella
WeatherNext 3 is the latest wave of a sea change in meteorology brought out by deep learning techniques. Google says it will start feeding into weather information users see in search, Google Maps, and Gemini.
