Technology

TechCrunch Jun 08

Amazon introduces custom merchandise design feature using AI

Amazon has introduced a feature in its Shopping app that allows users to generate custom designs with the help of Alexa. These designs can be applied to products such as T-shirts, hoodies, and tumblers.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

TechCrunch Jun 08

WhatsApp disrupts phishing campaign linked to NSO Group's spyware

WhatsApp reported that it has successfully disrupted a phishing campaign targeting its users, which was associated with spyware from the NSO Group. The company emphasized that these activities violate a court order.

Bias: 62 Sentiment: +0.00

Wired Jun 08

Watch Duty to Include Flood Alerts in Wildfire Tracking App

Watch Duty, a wildfire tracking app, is set to add flood monitoring capabilities to its platform. This will be the first new disaster alert feature, with additional updates planned for the service.

Bias: 5 Sentiment: +0.10

The Verge Jun 08

Meta Reports Over 20,000 Instagram Accounts Compromised Due to AI Chatbot Bug

Meta has reported that over 20,000 Instagram accounts were compromised due to a bug in its AI support chatbot. The bug allowed unauthorized password resets without proper email verification.

Bias: 36 Sentiment: +0.00

Al Jazeera English Jun 08

Meta announces legal action against NSO Group over phishing attempts

Meta Platforms is initiating legal proceedings against NSO Group, citing disruptions of phishing attempts associated with the company. NSO has been blacklisted by the US for security issues.

Bias: 39 Sentiment: +0.00

The Verge Jun 08

Nintendo to Hold Direct Showcase on June 9th

Nintendo will host its next Direct showcase on June 9th at 10 AM ET, lasting about 50 minutes, followed by a 95-minute Treehouse Live event. Specific details regarding the showcase content have not been revealed.

Bias: 10 Sentiment: +0.20

Ars Technica Jun 08

OpenAI Plans Major Overhaul of ChatGPT

OpenAI is set to implement a major overhaul of ChatGPT, aiming to evolve it into a 'superapp' that includes coding tools and AI agents. This initiative is part of a broader reorganization to attract business clients and compete with Anthropic, as the company prepares for a public listing.

Bias: 15 Sentiment: +0.10

New York Times — Tech Jun 08

OpenEvidence Uses AI to Assist Doctors with Clinical Questions

OpenEvidence, a start-up, is employing artificial intelligence technology to support doctors in addressing clinical questions that arise during diagnosis and treatment processes.

Bias: 8 Sentiment: +0.10

New York Times — Business Jun 08

OpenEvidence Utilizes AI to Assist Doctors with Clinical Questions

OpenEvidence, a start-up, is using artificial intelligence to assist doctors in addressing clinical questions that arise during diagnosis and treatment. This technology aims to enhance the decision-making process in medical practices.

Bias: 10 Sentiment: +0.10

Ars Technica Jun 08

AI's Role in Weather and Climate Modeling Examined

The article explores the impact of AI on weather and climate modeling, highlighting both the potential and the skepticism surrounding its use. It notes a recent incident involving a misleading AI-generated forecast map, emphasizing that AI has not yet replaced traditional meteorological practices.

Bias: 15 Sentiment: +0.00

Guardian — US Jun 08

Majority of New AI Datacenters Planned for Drought-Affected Areas in the US

A Guardian analysis reveals that most new artificial intelligence datacenters in the US will be built in drought-affected areas. About two-thirds of these facilities are planned for locations that have experienced significant dryness over the past year.

Bias: 20 Sentiment: -0.10

BBC — Business Jun 08

Starmer urges Apple and Google to restrict access to explicit images on children's devices

Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK Labour Party, has urged Apple and Google to activate features that would restrict children's access to sexually explicit content on their devices. This initiative is part of a broader effort to improve online safety for minors.

Bias: 15 Sentiment: +0.10

TechCrunch Jun 08

Uber Customers in the U.K. Can Join Interest List for Wayve Robotaxi Matches

Uber has introduced an interest list for its customers in the U.K. to increase the likelihood of being matched with a Wayve robotaxi. This move reflects the competitive landscape of the robotaxi market in London.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10

TechCrunch Jun 08

Uber Customers in the UK Can Join Interest List for Wayve Robotaxi

Uber has launched an interest list for its UK customers to enhance their opportunities of being paired with a Wayve robotaxi. This initiative reflects the growing competition in the robotaxi sector in London.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10

Vox Jun 08

Declining Fertility Rates Linked to Smartphone and AI Usage

Global fertility rates have dropped below the replacement rate, with a significant decline in romantic partnerships and sexual activity. Analysts attribute this trend to the rise of smartphones and AI, which may reduce in-person interactions and create unrealistic expectations in relationships. While technology is not the sole factor in declining fertility, it appears to be accelerating existing trends.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: -0.20

New York Times — Tech Jun 08

Apple to Discuss Artificial Intelligence Plans at Upcoming Conference

Apple Inc. will outline its artificial intelligence plans at an upcoming conference, marking the second time the company has addressed this topic. The company is not reorganizing its structure around AI, in contrast to some of its rivals.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: +0.10

New York Post Jun 08

Apple to Present New AI Features at Upcoming Developers Conference

Apple will unveil new AI features at its annual developers conference beginning on June 8, 2026. This conference will mark the last appearance of CEO Tim Cook before he hands over his position to John Ternus in September.

Bias: 10 Sentiment: +0.10

TechCrunch Jun 07

Notion restores access to Anthropic following service disruption

Notion has reinstated access to Anthropic after a service disruption. The company's head of product noted a significant response on social media related to the incident.

Bias: 18 Sentiment: +0.10

Guardian — US Jun 07

Rise of Anti-Tech Extremism Linked to AI Backlash

The rise of anti-tech extremism has been linked to a backlash against artificial intelligence, with several incidents of violence reported. A Texas man was arrested for attempting to attack OpenAI's headquarters, and other extremists have cited AI as a motivation for their actions, raising alarms among various stakeholders.

Bias: 15 Sentiment: -0.50

TechCrunch Jun 06

OpenAI introduces Lockdown Mode to enhance data protection

OpenAI has launched Lockdown Mode to help safeguard sensitive data from prompt injection attacks. Although the feature is intended to minimize the risk of data sharing, vulnerabilities may still exist.

Bias: 35 Sentiment: +0.00