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Microsoft Integrates AI into 365 Plans, Raises Subscription Prices
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10 hours ago

Microsoft Integrates AI into 365 Plans, Raises Subscription Prices

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  • Microsoft adds AI to 365, boosting monthly fees by $3 after renewal.
  • Copilot now available in 365 Personal and Family plans, no longer exclusive to Pro.
  • First U.S. price hike for Microsoft 365 in 12 years, raising annual fees by 43%.
  • Switch to 'Classic' or 'Basic' tiers without AI to avoid price increase.
  • 15 monthly AI credits included in Personal and Family plans for enhanced apps.
  • Current users must update for AI benefits but can choose lower plans.
  • Google's free AI pressure pushes Microsoft to enhance AI in software.
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Genshin Impact's Developer Agrees to $20M FTC Fine Over Controversial Gacha Loot Boxes
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Genshin Impact's Developer Agrees to $20M FTC Fine Over Controversial Gacha Loot Boxes

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  • Cognosphere agrees to a $20M fine for unfair marketing to children.
  • HoYoverse collected children’s data without consent, violating COPPA.
  • FTC bans loot boxes for under-16s without parent approval.
  • Loot box odds must be disclosed to prevent deceptive practices.
  • Parental consent needed for teens' loot box transactions.
  • Cognosphere to allow direct virtual currency purchases.
  • FTC mandates data deletion collected from under-13s.
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Top 15 Software Slang Terms New Engineers Should Know in 2025
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12 hours ago

Top 15 Software Slang Terms New Engineers Should Know in 2025

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  • Engineers use slang like 'rubber ducking' for debugging.
  • 'Bikeshedding' discusses trivial issues in projects.
  • 'Boilerplate' refers to repetitive code parts.
  • 'Spaghetti code' means complex, tangled code.
  • 'Zero-day' is vital for security understanding.
  • 'Refactoring' enhances code readability and structure.
  • 'Code smell' shows code inefficiencies, says Fatima.
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US Supreme Court Ruling Spurs TikTok's Potential Shutdown and Influencer Pivot
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2 hours ago

US Supreme Court Ruling Spurs TikTok's Potential Shutdown and Influencer Pivot

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  • Supreme Court upholds US TikTok ban, shutdown imminent.
  • Influencers react emotionally to potential TikTok loss.
  • Content creators shift to Instagram and YouTube.
  • Brands adjust campaigns for platform transition.
  • Talent agencies update contracts for influencers.
  • Musicians use reposts to maintain audience reach.
  • Instagram gains momentum in influencer marketing.
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Instagram Boosts Reels with New Features Amid U.S. TikTok Ban
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6 hours ago

Instagram Boosts Reels with New Features Amid U.S. TikTok Ban

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  • Instagram adds new Reels features starting this week for U.S. users.
  • U.S. Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban, effective January 19.
  • Instagram Reels shows friends' liked content to increase engagement.
  • Reels update includes a reply bar to boost social interaction.
  • Meta aims to attract TikTok creators seeking new platforms post-ban.
  • New Reels features launch in the U.S., planning global expansion.
  • Meta targets TikTok's U.S. audience, boosting user engagement.
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Microsoft 365 Unveils AI Copilot Features with Subscription Upgrades
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9 hours ago

Microsoft 365 Unveils AI Copilot Features with Subscription Upgrades

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  • Microsoft Copilot now integrated with 365, raises subscription costs.
  • Microsoft 365 adds $3 to Personal and Family plan costs with Copilot.
  • Copilot enhances Word, Excel, and more with AI integration.
  • New subscription includes AI tools like Microsoft Designer.
  • Businesses can choose flexible AI agents under pay-as-you-go pricing.
  • Enterprise model offers AI service trials without high upfront fees.
  • Google's free Gemini AI challenges Microsoft's new offerings.
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Apple Temporarily Halts AI-Powered News Summaries in iOS 18.3 Beta
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1 day ago

Apple Temporarily Halts AI-Powered News Summaries in iOS 18.3 Beta

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  • Apple halts AI news summaries in iOS 18.3 beta due to credibility issues.
  • Users report misleading AI alerts, prompting Apple to suspend the feature.
  • BBC complains about false AI-generated headlines including Luigi Mangione.
  • AI linked unrelated news, like 'Luigi Mangione shoots himself', causing confusion.
  • To prevent misinformation, Apple disables AI summaries for further evaluation.
  • iOS 18.3 beta lets users turn off AI summaries to ensure reliable news access.
  • User feedback will guide Apple's future AI integration amid industry criticism.
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Rockstar Games' 'Friendly Takedown' of GTA 5 Liberty City Mod
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1 day ago

Rockstar Games' 'Friendly Takedown' of GTA 5 Liberty City Mod

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  • Rockstar removed a GTA 5 mod recreating Liberty City from GTA 4.
  • The takedown of the mod was labeled a 'friendly takedown' with no hostility.
  • The mod featured a city map and subway system from GTA 4 in GTA 5.
  • Rockstar's removal action was not an official DMCA takedown.
  • Modders caution against unofficial downloads due to malware risk.
  • Mod removals often tie to similarities with official game content.
  • Despite the takedown, the developer team plans future modding projects.
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Civilization VII Preview: A New Era Transforms Classic Strategy Game
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Civilization VII Preview: A New Era Transforms Classic Strategy Game

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  • Civilization VII launches next month with major series overhaul.
  • New 'Ages' system prompts strategic reassessment in Civ VII.
  • Improved tutorials make Civilization VII beginner-friendly.
  • Enhanced graphics return to Civilization V-inspired style.
  • Diplomacy revamped with focus on spending resources.
  • Civ VII allows mid-game civilization and leader changes.
  • Evolved city-building demands strategic planning.
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Bluesky Launches 'Flashes', a New Photo-Sharing App to Rival Instagram
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2 days ago

Bluesky Launches 'Flashes', a New Photo-Sharing App to Rival Instagram

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  • Flashes app offers photo sharing with Instagram-style UI on Bluesky's platform.
  • Developer Sebastian Vogelsang integrates Flashes into Bluesky using AT Protocol.
  • Flashes lets users share up to four photos or one-minute videos on Bluesky profiles.
  • Beta testing of Flashes on iOS started, with a full launch expected soon.
  • Flashes appeals to users seeking simpler, ad-free social media experiences.
  • Plans for a video-only version of Flashes, called Blue Screen, aim to rival TikTok.
  • Bluesky's 27 million users shift due to political and privacy concerns from major platforms.
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