Tech news has been buzzing with a variety of headlines recently. AnandTech, a popular technology website, announced its closure, marking the end of an era in tech journalism. In Brazil, the government banned X, although specifics were not provided.
Meanwhile, Amazon has turned to Anthropic’s AI for a revamp of its Alexa virtual assistant. This move comes as the company aims to improve the capabilities and performance of the popular voice-controlled device.
In other news, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was held over alleged child protection failures on the app. He was later transferred from police custody to court after an arrest in France.
A Brazil judge ordered the suspension of Elon Musk’s X, although the reasons for this decision were not disclosed. Musk and Tesla (TSLA) also recently beat a lawsuit over promoting a Dogecoin ‘pyramid scheme’.
In entertainment news, Oprah, Sam Altman, and MKBHD are set to appear on a TV show about AI. Meanwhile, Tom Hanks warned his followers about fraudulent ads using his likeness through AI.
In the world of AI, China’s engineers have reportedly been secretly accessing banned Nvidia chips. Additionally, there is a review of ‘Seeking Mavis Beacon’, a documentary about a search for a black luminary.
The tech world is always evolving, and these headlines provide a glimpse into the latest developments and controversies within the industry. Hosted by Leo Laporte, the ‘This Week in Tech’ podcast discusses these and other tech-related stories. Interested listeners can download or subscribe to the podcast for more in-depth discussions on these topics.
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