In the world of tech news, Bybit crypto exchange has been hit with a massive theft of over $1.4 billion, while Apple has removed its cloud encryption feature from the UK following a backdoor order. The latest iOS18.4 beta update brings new features like priority notifications and support for robot vacuums in Apple Home, although Siri remains unchanged. Amazon’s redesigned Alexa is set to launch a month after its announcement, while OpenAI now serves 400 million users weekly.
The New York Times has adopted AI tools in its newsroom, while Amazon Appstore for Android is set to shut down in August. Spotify is now facilitating the release of audiobooks narrated by AI, as California’s privacy regulator seeks to fine a Florida data broker for a massive breach of Social Security numbers. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is allegedly turning CISA into an extension of his election conspiracy theories.
Adding an intriguing twist to tech gadgets, Asus has introduced an aromatic mouse, while discussions about the iPhone 16E – Apple’s new $599 phone – continue. A smart ring that can track health and fitness data with a long battery life has also caught the attention of tech enthusiasts. For more tech updates, tune in to “This Week in Tech” hosted by Leo Laporte, featuring guests Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Larry Magid. To stay up to date on the latest tech news, download or subscribe to the show at twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech and consider joining Club TWiT for ad-free podcasts and exclusive access.
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