The highly anticipated reboot of the iconic ’90s animated series, X-Men ’97, has finally made its grand debut on Disney+ on March 20, 2024, bringing with it a wave of nostalgia and excitement for fans of the original series and newcomers alike. This revival not only promises to continue the adventures of our beloved mutants but also introduces new surprises, …

The tech industry is abuzz with the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI), and a significant rumor has caught everyone’s attention: Apple may be integrating Google’s Gemini generative AI into its suite of products as the preferred AI assistant. An iPhone with Google at the default assistant, this is my wish of marrying Apple’s best hardware with Google’s best software …

On March 13, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, divests the app within a specified timeframe of 6 months. This legislative move underscores the escalating concerns among U.S. lawmakers regarding national security and the potential influence of the Chinese …

The selling of driving behavior data by automobile manufacturers (Hyundai, Tesla, Kia, Volkswagon, and Nissan) to car insurance companies, often without the explicit consent of the vehicle owners, has raised significant privacy concerns and legal questions. This practice involves the collection of detailed driving data through connected cars, which is then shared with or sold to third-party data brokers like …

In a decisive move to curb the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in telecommunications, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has declared the use of AI-generated voices in robocalls illegal. This ruling, effective immediately, targets the increasing exploitation of voice-cloning technology to deceive and manipulate the public, including voters, through unsolicited robocalls. The decision underscores the FCC’s commitment to safeguarding the …

The United States government is taking significant steps to protect national security, American interests, and tech jobs through a series of strategic investments and legislative actions. One of the most notable initiatives is the establishment of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), a $5 billion semiconductor research consortium aimed at bolstering chip design and hardware innovation in the U.S. This …

Given the focus on software features, user experience, hardware specifications, price, value for money, design comparison, and performance in intensive applications like gaming and video editing, here’s a comprehensive overview of the Apple Vision Pro and its peripherals. Hardware Specifications The Apple Vision Pro is a cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality device that boasts impressive technical specifications: Display: It features …

Ever have that feeling that what you were “previously” searching you then only to switch to another app only to then get inundated with ads pertaining to things and subjects that you just searched for? Well, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Kochava, a known data broker, alleging serious violations of privacy and security similar to …

The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) has introduced the FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act of 2023, which aims to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). This bill has been met with criticism and calls for significant reforms. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has expressed concerns about the bill, stating that it ignores years of …

According to recent reports, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) has warned that foreign governments are spying on Apple and Google smartphone users through their push notifications. The senator’s office received a tip that government agencies in foreign countries were demanding push notification records from the tech giants. This practice allows governments to track smartphone users through the pop-up messages that …