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Court Approves Musk’s $1.5M SEC Settlement Despite DoubtsBusiness

Court Approves Musk’s $1.5M SEC Settlement Despite Doubts

A U.S. federal judge has approved a $1.5M settlement between Elon Musk and the SEC, resolving allegations of delayed disclosure regarding his Twitter* stake in 2022. The agreement, reached despite the judge's 'significant doubts' about its fairness, requires Musk to pay the fine via a trust without admitting guilt. The SEC claimed the delay saved Musk roughly $150M, though the entrepreneur denies any wrongdoing.

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Truecaller Accuses Indian Regulator of Weakening Spam ProtectionSecurity

Truecaller Accuses Indian Regulator of Weakening Spam Protection

Truecaller CEO Rishit Jhunjhunwala has criticized India’s telecom regulator TRAI, stating that new rules for identifying commercial calls have eroded user trust and increased the number of blocked calls. According to the company, restrictions on spam labeling for dedicated number series 1400 and 1600 have weakened protection against unwanted calls, a critical issue for Truecaller’s largest market—India. The dispute highlights growing concerns over regulatory impacts on user experience and business communications.

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OttoAibox E2: AI Car Box with Android Apps & Wireless CarPlay at DiscountHardware

OttoAibox E2: AI Car Box with Android Apps & Wireless CarPlay at Discount

Amazon Japan’s Prime Day pre-sale introduces the OttoAibox E2 AI car box, transforming stock infotainment systems into Android 13 platforms. The device supports Android apps, including streaming services, and offers wireless CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Priced at a 36% discount, it becomes an affordable upgrade for car owners seeking enhanced multimedia functionality without hardware replacement.

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Microsoft Introduces Point-in-Time Restore Feature in Windows 11Security

Microsoft Introduces Point-in-Time Restore Feature in Windows 11

Microsoft has released an updated system recovery feature, Point-in-Time Restore, for all versions of Windows 11. The tool automatically creates daily system state snapshots, enabling users to quickly restore their PC to a working state after critical failures. This update is particularly timely following the widespread CrowdStrike issues in July 2024, which left millions of devices inoperable due to a faulty update. Now, users can avoid lengthy manual recovery processes by leveraging Windows' built-in mechanisms.

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Estonia Deploys AI to Detect Legal Errors After $28M LossArtificial intelligence

Estonia Deploys AI to Detect Legal Errors After $28M Loss

In 2019, Estonia suffered a $28 million financial loss due to a single inaccuracy in a tax law. The error led to unplanned payouts that the government had not budgeted for. Now, the country is implementing an AI-based tool called 'Fuckup Finder' to analyze draft legislation for legal inconsistencies, ambiguities, and financial risks before adoption. The system is already integrated into lawmaking processes to reduce the likelihood of costly mistakes.

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Four US Micro-Reactors Achieve Key Milestone in Nuclear Energy DevelopmentHardware

Four US Micro-Reactors Achieve Key Milestone in Nuclear Energy Development

As part of a U.S. Department of Energy pilot program, four companies—Antares Nuclear, Valar Atomics, Deployable Energy, and Aalo Atomics—have achieved criticality in their micro-reactors. This milestone, while significant, is only the initial phase in developing commercially viable nuclear systems. Key technical challenges, such as cooling and power generation systems, remain before market deployment. Startups aim to launch operational prototypes by 2027–2028, potentially accelerating the shift toward small-scale nuclear energy.

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IEEE: STEM Leadership Requires Intergenerational CollaborationBusiness

IEEE: STEM Leadership Requires Intergenerational Collaboration

Modern challenges in science and technology demand a new approach to leadership. Instead of individual achievements, collective collaboration between professionals of different generations plays a key role. IEEE is organizing an international leadership conference to explore tools for effective knowledge sharing, adaptation to technological changes, and strengthening professional communities. The event will take place on October 3–4 in Budapest, bringing together young professionals and seasoned experts to foster dialogue and innovation.

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Even G2: Ultra-Light Smart Glasses Without a Camera for Daily UseHardware

Even G2: Ultra-Light Smart Glasses Without a Camera for Daily Use

Even has unveiled the G2, its second-generation smart glasses, which stand out for lacking a built-in camera. This design choice reduced the device's weight to just 36 grams, making it one of the lightest on the market. The absence of a camera also eliminates concerns about unauthorized recording, enhancing comfort for everyday wear. The review highlights key features such as third-party app support, voice control, and a user-friendly interface.

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Google Photos Tests AI-Powered Video Remix ToolArtificial intelligence

Google Photos Tests AI-Powered Video Remix Tool

Google has integrated a new Video Remix feature into Google Photos, leveraging AI to creatively enhance short video clips. The tool allows users to modify style, lighting, and ambiance of videos up to 10 seconds long. Currently, Video Remix is exclusive to Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers in limited countries, including the U.S., with plans to expand availability and potentially offer it to free-tier users in the future.

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DuckDuckGo Blocks YouTube Ads via Its BrowserSecurity

DuckDuckGo Blocks YouTube Ads via Its Browser

DuckDuckGo has introduced a new feature in its free browser that blocks most ads on YouTube videos by default. The update is enabled for Windows, macOS, and iOS users, with Android support coming soon. To use the ad blocker, users must access YouTube through DuckDuckGo's browser rather than the official app. The tool leverages uBlock Origin's community filters and DuckDuckGo's proprietary algorithms to minimize playback disruptions. While minor buffering delays may occur before video start, ads no longer interrupt playback once the video begins.

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T-Mobile Restricts Exclusive Offers to New Customers OnlyBusiness

T-Mobile Restricts Exclusive Offers to New Customers Only

Starting July 9, T-Mobile will restrict its popular Keep & Switch and Family Freedom promotions exclusively to new customers. Existing subscribers will no longer qualify for compensation when adding new lines, including up to $800 toward early termination fees from other carriers. Previously, these programs allowed users to retain their current devices or upgrade to new ones when expanding family plans. The changes also coincide with T-Mobile’s transition of some legacy 3G/4G customers to newer plans, which may increase monthly bills by an average of $4 per line.

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Google Home Enhances Weather Forecast and Sports Updates VisualizationArtificial intelligence

Google Home Enhances Weather Forecast and Sports Updates Visualization

Google has announced a series of enhancements for the Gemini voice assistant integrated into the Google Home platform. Smart display users will now receive more intuitive and informative visual cards for weather forecasts or general queries. Sports updates have received special attention, with match results, schedules, and tournament tables now more precise and up-to-date. These updates are already rolling out to users and require no manual activation.

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