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Google says customers can use its AI in ‘high-risk’ domains, so long as there’s human supervision

Google has changed its terms to clarify that customers can deploy its generative AI tools to make “automated decisions” in “high-risk” domains, like healthcare, so long as there’s a human in the loop. According to the company’s updated Generative AI … Continue reading

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Slip Robotics snags $28M for its bots that can load a truck in five minutes

Drop by any given loading dock and a buzz of forklifts — loaded up with goods — can be spotted maneuvering in and out of truck trailers. This logistical dance can take up to an hour to fill a trailer, … Continue reading

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SoundCloud introduces a cheaper plan for artists

Music streaming platform SoundCloud announced Tuesday that it is introducing a new, cheaper paid plan for artists simply called Artist, while renaming its Next Pro plan to Artist Pro. The new basic tier will cost $39 per year and put … Continue reading

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Dexcom’s over-the-counter glucose monitor now offers users an AI summary of how sleep, meals and more impact sugar levels

Dexcom is bringing generative AI to Stelo users, starting with weekly personalized reports about their glucose

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FTC bans hidden junk fees in short-term lodging, live-event ticket prices

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission passed a rule on Tuesday banning hidden “junk fees” for live events, hotels, and vacation rentals. The agency says the new rule prohibits “bait-and-switch pricing,” and other practices that hide total prices and bury junk … Continue reading

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Shein must cede Indians’ data, control of local ops to re-enter India

Shein must surrender all data of Indian customers and control of its local operations to its partner, Reliance Retail, and keep operations fully local to re-enter the Indian market, according to new government disclosures that reveal how the apparel and … Continue reading

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Databricks announces $10 billion financing at $62 billion valuation

The company’s new valuation is up from $43 billion in 2023.

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Ofcom criticised for ‘reprehensible’ porn job post

Campaigners say the post, by a senior manager at the regulator, “trivialises” violence against women and girls.

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Astrill VPN Review: Features, Performance, and Insights

Astrill VPN is touted as one of the best VPNs around. But is it worth the extra money?

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Focused Energy buys two of the world’s most powerful lasers for its fusion quest

The massive lasers will be installed in the startup’s future facility, which it is building in the San Francisco Bay Area. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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