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SoundCloud has updated its terms of service to include language allowing the use of user-uploaded audio for artificial intelligence-related purposes, sparking concern among some artists and content creators. The update, made on February 7, outlines that any audio shared on the platform may be utilized to “inform, train, develop or serve as input” for machine learning and AI technologies used as part of SoundCloud’s services. This means user-generated content could play a role in powering tools such as personalized recommendations or content moderation systems. The new clause doesn’t apply to all content equally. Material covered by separate agreements with third-party…

In a major cybersecurity incident, SK Telecom, one of South Korea’s largest telecom providers, experienced a significant data breach in April that exposed the personal information of around 23 million users—nearly half the country’s population. The breach, which is still under investigation, has sparked national concern and could potentially lead to a mass customer exodus. During a recent hearing in Seoul, CEO Ryu Young-sang revealed that around 250,000 customers have already left the network. If the company waives early termination fees, that number could surge to 2.5 million, resulting in potential losses of up to $5 billion over the next…

Amazon has introduced a new addition to its lineup of artificial intelligence models — Nova Premier, which the company touts as its most powerful AI model yet. This latest release is now accessible through Amazon Bedrock, the tech giant’s platform for building and deploying AI tools. Nova Premier is designed to handle text, image, and video inputs (though not audio) and is aimed at tackling highly complex tasks. Amazon says it’s especially effective at tasks that require a strong understanding of context, the ability to plan in multiple steps, and precise coordination across different tools and datasets. The Nova model…

Doug Suttles, the original founder of Speedtest.net and former CEO of Ookla, is back with a fresh take on how we monitor internet performance. While Speedtest revolutionized the way we check download and upload speeds, Suttles believes that internet quality goes far beyond just raw speed. That belief led to the creation of his new venture — an app called Orb. Launched in collaboration with fellow former Ookla executive Jamie Steven, Orb provides a more well-rounded analysis of your internet connection. The app evaluates speed, of course, but also digs into crucial factors like latency, jitter, and packet loss. These…

An Indian court has issued an order to block access to the secure email service Proton Mail across the country, citing concerns related to the misuse of the platform. On Tuesday, the Karnataka High Court instructed the Indian government to take steps to restrict Proton Mail under the Information Technology Act of 2008. The directive follows a legal complaint filed by M Moser Design Associates, a design consultancy based in New Delhi. The company alleged that its staff received disturbing and obscene messages sent via Proton Mail. During a court session that was livestreamed on YouTube, Justice M. Nagaprasanna expressed…

Managing time can be a major challenge, especially for individuals with ADHD. A newly launched app called Lately is here to help — and it’s doing so with a creative, gamified twist. Available now on the App Store, Lately helps users stay punctual by sending timely departure reminders. Users receive alerts 30 minutes, 10 minutes, and 5 minutes before they need to leave, while Live Activities on iPhone and Apple Watch display a live countdown, keeping users focused on their schedule. How Lately Works What sets Lately apart is its reward system. Users earn points based on their punctuality across…

Google’s introduction of AI-generated summaries in search results, known as AI Overviews, has seen significant growth since its initial rollout two years ago. The feature, which collects information from across the internet to answer user questions directly in search results, is now being used by over 1.5 billion people each month across more than 100 countries. When users search for topics like “What is generative AI?”, AI Overviews generates a concise summary that appears at the top of the results page. Although some publishers have expressed concerns about reduced website traffic, Google views AI Overviews and similar features as promising…

Connecticut’s largest healthcare provider, Yale New Haven Health, has reported a significant data breach impacting more than 5.5 million people, according to a notification filed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The breach, which took place in March, allowed cybercriminals to gain access to a wide range of sensitive patient information. According to a statement posted on Yale New Haven Health’s website, the compromised data varies depending on the individual but may include names, birth dates, mailing and email addresses, phone numbers, and information regarding race and ethnicity. In some cases, Social Security numbers, medical record numbers,…

Chinese e-commerce platforms are seeing a major uptick in popularity among U.S. iPhone users, with both DHgate and Taobao making impressive climbs in the App Store rankings. As of Thursday, Taobao has secured a spot in the top five free apps in the U.S., joining DHgate, which recently rose to the No. 2 position. This unexpected rise in popularity appears to be fueled by a viral wave of TikTok content. Videos shared by Chinese manufacturers and creators have revealed how many luxury goods — such as designer clothing, bags, shoes, and accessories — are initially produced in China. According to…

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, has taken another step forward in enhancing the capabilities of its chatbot, Grok, by introducing a new “memory” function. This update allows Grok to retain information from previous conversations, helping it deliver more personalized responses over time. Announced on Wednesday evening, the memory feature enables Grok to recall past interactions with users, including preferences, interests, and commonly asked questions. With this new addition, the chatbot can tailor its suggestions and replies based on your prior chats, creating a more user-centric experience. Similar features have already been implemented by competitors like ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini.…