EU regulators have accused Meta, the parent company of Facebook, of failing to comply with the bloc’s antitrust rules regarding its ad-supported social networking service. This accusation comes after the introduction of an ad-supported subscription option that presents users with a “pay or consent” model, giving them the choice to pay for an ad-free experience
The buzz around Groq’s AI PU Inference Engine has been steadily growing, with industry experts raving about its capabilities. Matt Shumer, CEO of HypeWriteAI and OthersideAI, recently sang praises for Groq’s technology, highlighting its ability to deliver nearly 500 tok/s, providing instantaneous answers. This kind of performance is truly remarkable and has the potential to
WhatsApp for iOS has rolled out a new feature that allows users to create events within group chats. This feature was initially discovered in a beta version of the Android app by a feature tracker, but is now available in the stable version of the iOS app. The addition of this feature builds on previous
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a popular RPG game, has recently received a new set of modding tools called REDKit, which allows players to customize the game to their liking. Within weeks of the release of REDKit, ‘Tuber xLetalis and modder glassfish unveiled approximately 20 minutes of cut content from the game’s ending. This discovery
X recently announced updates to its ad analytics features, aiming to make it easier for advertisers to track the performance of their paid content. While the improvements are welcomed, the platform still faces challenges in attracting more ad partners due to concerns over brand safety and controversial content. The updated ad analytics dashboard from X
This week in PC gaming is looking rather bleak with a lack of exciting new releases. It seems like a desert of gaming content, with only a few games managing to pique any interest. However, even in the driest of times, there are still some hidden gems waiting to be discovered. New Releases The upcoming
Upon closer examination of the data shared by Elon Musk regarding X’s usage statistics, several discrepancies come to light. While Musk claims that X reached an “all-time high” in usage with 76 billion total user seconds in the U.S., further analysis reveals that these numbers may not be as impressive as they initially seem. One
Generation Z in Asia-Pacific is revolutionizing the fashion industry by taking cues from idols and influencers, according to a recent report by KPMG. Unlike past generations who relied on department stores and shopping malls for fashion inspiration, Gen Z is turning to online platforms, particularly TikTok, to discover new trends and styles. The report, based
Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) is an annual speedrunning marathon that brings together gamers from around the world to showcase their skills while raising money for charity. The 2024 edition of SGDQ is set to kick off on Sunday and will run until July 6th. This year’s lineup is filled with a variety of runs
The recent news of Redbox’s owner, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, filing for bankruptcy protection comes as a shock to many. The DVD rental company has had a tumultuous month which included defaulting on loans, facing repossession orders for its cars, and missing payroll for employees. This is a troubling sign for a company