In recent news, President Trump has granted Apple a significant exemption from tariffs, providing the tech giant with a major break. This comes amidst other notable developments such as the removal of car safety experts at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) who oversee Tesla, by the Department of Energy. Additionally, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey and Tesla CEO Elon Musk have voiced their support for the deletion of all intellectual property laws.
Meanwhile, Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is gearing up for a trial with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), with 5 key points to keep in mind. The company is also introducing new technology that encourages phone usage in theaters, raising concerns about distraction during movie screenings.
In the tech world, Microsoft has launched a Recall AI feature for Copilot+ PCs in preview, following delays due to security and privacy concerns. On the other hand, a researcher has uncovered numerous shady Chrome extensions with millions of installations, highlighting the importance of online safety.
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