Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by Gemini

Preparing for the SAT is rarely enjoyable, but Google is working to reduce the stress with artificial intelligence. The company has announced a new focus on standardized testing by offering free SAT practice exams powered by its Gemini AI. Students…

Meta seeks to limit evidence in child safety case

Meta is preparing for trial in New Mexico, where it faces accusations of failing to protect children from sexual exploitation on its platforms. As the trial date approaches, the company’s legal team is seeking to restrict the evidence that can…

Substack launches a TV app

Substack, a platform best known for newsletters, is launching a TV app for Apple TV and Google TV. The company announced on Thursday that the beta app will allow subscribers to watch video posts and livestreams on their television, content…

Spotify brings AI-powered Prompted Playlists to the US and Canada

Spotify is introducing a new AI playlist creation tool called Prompted Playlists to its Premium subscribers in the United States and Canada. This feature allows users to create a playlist simply by describing what they want to hear in their…

Google reportedly snags team behind AI voice startup Hume AI

In a significant move within the artificial intelligence industry, Google DeepMind has acquired the core team from voice AI startup Hume AI. As part of a new licensing agreement, Hume AI’s CEO, Alan Cowen, and approximately seven of its top…

Ireland proposes new law allowing police to use spyware

Ireland is considering new legislation to grant its law enforcement agencies expanded surveillance powers, including the authority to use spyware. The government announced the introduction of the Communications (Interception and Lawful Access) Bill, which would regulate the use of lawful…