Google is moving forward with its plan to limit ad-blocking extensions on Chrome under the Manifest V3 format. Starting from June 2024, Chrome will disable Manifest V2 extensions in the pre-stable versions, and users will no longer be able to install or use them. The move has faced criticism for potentially harming popular extensions and limiting filtering capabilities. In contrast, Mozilla’s Firefox plans to implement Manifest V3 without such limitations, ensuring users can continue to access privacy tools.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has stated that the company has “very detailed” succession plans in place for when he eventually steps down, but he has no immediate plans to leave. Cook emphasized the importance of preparing multiple individuals within Apple for the role of CEO, expressing his desire that the next CEO be an internal candidate. In a wide-ranging interview with singer Dua Lipa, Cook also discussed his personal background, Apple’s environmental efforts, the impact of smartphones, and his thoughts on artificial intelligence.
Emmett Shear, co-founder of Twitch, has become the interim CEO of OpenAI following the sudden departure of former CEO Sam Altman. Shear will have the challenging task of salvaging a company that has lost key staff and is at risk of losing more. As a vocal commentator on AI, Shear’s views on limited regulation and the potential dangers of artificial general intelligence may shape OpenAI’s future direction. Furthermore, questions remain about how Shear will manage the company’s relationship with Microsoft, which now employs Altman.
OpenAI and Microsoft are facing a lawsuit over allegations of using the work of nonfiction authors without permission to train their AI models. The proposed class action, led by author Julian Sancton, claims that tens of thousands of nonfiction books were copied without authorization. This is the first author lawsuit against OpenAI to name Microsoft as a defendant. The authors are seeking monetary damages and a court order to stop the alleged infringement. Both companies have denied the allegations.
Writing the best ChatGPT prompts involves clarity, specificity, and context. A good prompt should clearly define the desired outcome and provide specific instructions. Additionally, providing context and examples helps the model understand the desired output. Using these techniques can enhance the quality and effectiveness of AI-generated responses.
OpenAI’s chatbot ChatGPT experienced a widespread outage on Tuesday afternoon, as reported by Down Detector. Users began experiencing issues around 2 p.m. PT and received an error message from the bot. Outages are common during feature updates, and OpenAI recently announced a version of ChatGPT with voice command capabilities.
Pixel 8 and 8 Pro users are reporting small bumps and ripples on their device’s display glass, indicating that internal components are pressing up against the screen. While the issue doesn’t affect performance, users are concerned about potential damage over time. Google has not yet responded to the problem.
As social media begins to decline, the next big change that could replace it in the future remains uncertain. However, emerging technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and decentralized networks are potential contenders for the next major platform shift.
YouTube is stepping up its efforts to combat ad blockers by warning users that using such tools may result in a subpar viewing experience. The platform is encouraging viewers to either allow ads or subscribe to YouTube Premium for an ad-free experience. Some users have complained about delays on YouTube when using browsers other than Google Chrome, but the issue is not consistently replicated. YouTube has implemented stricter measures by preventing ad blocker users from accessing videos and displaying pop-up warnings.
Google has released Android 14, but device updates vary by manufacturer. ASUS, Google, and Xiaomi have started rollouts, with Google’s Pixel phones among the first updated. Huawei won’t receive Android 14 due to US-China tensions. Motorola, OnePlus, and Samsung plan updates, with varying support timelines. Sony and Nothing have begun beta testing, with official updates pending. Overall, older device models may face longer wait times for the update.