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Google's AI Mode can now tap into your Gmail and Photos to provide tailored responses | TechCrunch

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Google's AI Mode can now tap into your Gmail and Photos to provide tailored responses | TechCrunch

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Google expands AI Mode with Personal Intelligence by linking Gmail and Photos to tailor answers for subscribers.
The Personal Intelligence feature uses data from Google apps to suggest weekend getaways based on past trips and experiences.
Google notes that Personal Intelligence may not always deliver the best answers, but users can improve results with feedback or a thumbs-down cue.

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Christian kids app claims Google, TikTok blocked ads as Congress is pressed to act: 'It's devastating'

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Christian kids app claims Google, TikTok blocked ads as Congress is pressed to act: 'It's devastating'

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TruPlay Games says Google and TikTok repeatedly rejected its family-friendly ads since 2023, affecting reach.
ACLJ argues current policies may amount to viewpoint discrimination against faith-based businesses.
TruPlay says its ads were initially labeled with religious terms before broader adjustments were made.
Google says ads with religious content are allowed and policies apply regardless of beliefs.
TikTok reportedly suspended TruPlay’s advertising account for alleged violations.
ACLJ says TruPlay began advertising on Google in 2023 and on TikTok in January 2024.
ACLJ sent a letter to Congress urging hearings on the platforms’ advertising rules.
TruPlay highlights a broader concern about automated content moderation systems.
Google says TruPlay’s ads were active as recently as November.
The broader concern cited includes YouTube TV removal of the Great American Family network.

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Struggling fusion power company General Fusion to go public via $1B reverse merger | TechCrunch

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Struggling fusion power company General Fusion to go public via $1B reverse merger | TechCrunch

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General Fusion plans to go public mid-2026 via a reverse merger with Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III, placing GFUZ on Nasdaq after closing.
The deal would value the combined company at about US$1 billion, including a committed PIPE and SVAC trust funds.
Proceeds will fully fund and accelerate the LM26 program to demonstrate and de-risk MTF technology for commercial relevance.

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Google Gemini's free test prep is the latest nail in the coffin for SAT tutors

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Google Gemini's free test prep is the latest nail in the coffin for SAT tutors

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Google Gemini now offers full-length SAT practice tests for free with instant AI feedback and personalized study plans, expanding into test prep.
The SAT content is built with The Princeton Review to match real exam conditions, with AI providing instant feedback and tutoring.
The launch signals an expansion of AI in education beyond homework help to formal test prep and tutoring markets.

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Nintendo Switch 2 led December sales in the U.S., now at 4.4 million, doubled Switch 1's performance

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Nintendo Switch 2 led December sales in the U.S., now at 4.4 million, doubled Switch 1's performance

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Nintendo Switch 2 topped US hardware sales in 2025 with 4.4 million units sold in seven months, continuing its lead over the original Switch.
Circana confirms Switch 2 as the fastest-selling hardware platform in tracked history, underscoring its rapid market momentum.
The Switch 2 outpaced the original Switch by a wide margin in the same period, reinforcing its accelerated adoption.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller emerged as the top-selling accessory of 2025, signaling strong peripheral demand.
Analysts note the Switch 2’s momentum helped offset year-on-year declines across other gaming platforms in 2025.
Circana’s December data highlights top-selling games of the month, with Battlefield 6 leading overall software in 2025.
Switch 2’s sustained momentum positions Nintendo for continued product introductions and game titles in 2026.
Circana data shows Switch 2 output pacing ahead of PlayStation 4’s seven-month sales, signaling a stronger early market pace.
Nintendo emphasizes Switch 2’s role during the 2025 holiday period as a driver for overall hardware and software performance.
Switch 2’s success helped offset declines across other platforms in 2025, reinforcing its strategic importance to Nintendo’s lineup.

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Cyberpunk 2077 VR Modder Hit by Another DMCA Strike, Pauses Patreon, Pulls Access to All His Mods, and Declares He's 'Under Attack' - IGN

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Cyberpunk 2077 VR Modder Hit by Another DMCA Strike, Pauses Patreon, Pulls Access to All His Mods, and Declares He's 'Under Attack' - IGN

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Luke Ross, known for the R.E.A.L VR mod framework, pulled all mods offline after a second DMCA strike.
The DMCA action targeted a Ghostrunner VR mod after CD Projekt Red's earlier takedown of Cyberpunk 2077 content.
Ross argued that DMCA power benefits large companies and harms independent creators.
Ross said he might later make the mods free, but emphasized the work spans many games and engines.
CD Projekt Red issued the initial DMCA strike over monetized Cyberpunk 2077 VR mods.
Ross’s Patreon access was limited, with existing subscribers told benefits would be extended only temporarily.
The Ghostrunner mod was cited as the second DMCA action prompting the online takedown.
Ross criticized DMCA laws as empowering big companies and creating legal headaches for creators.
Ross noted that the mod framework once supported around 40 games, highlighting the breadth of his work.
The articles emphasize the creator’s stance that his software is not simply fan content but independent software.

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Air-Powered Laundry Chute Sucks and Transports Dirty Clothes From Any Wall To the Laundry Room

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Air-Powered Laundry Chute Sucks and Transports Dirty Clothes From Any Wall To the Laundry Room

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Laundry Jet uses air power, not gravity, to pull clothes from rooms to the laundry room.
The system supports up to eight wall ports in different rooms for versatile use.
Return option exists to send clean laundry back to a designated location.
The design is best installed during new construction but can be retrofitted via attic routes.
Laundry Jet can handle bulky items like sheets and towels through its ports.
The system’s return feature and ports are operated via manual slides or motion sensors.
Laundry Jet asks if it could sort by color, but the answer is not yet.
The system conveys a futuristic look and emphasizes convenience in home design.
Laundry Jet supports multiple social and online channels for promotion and education.
The product was highlighted by My Modern Met in June 2022 as a trending design product.

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Microsoft updates Notepad and Paint with more AI features

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Microsoft updated Notepad to stream AI results for Write, Rewrite, and Summarize, delivering previews sooner.
Paint adds a Coloring Book feature that creates coloring pages from text prompts, but only on Copilot+ PCs.
Paint gains a fill tolerance slider to control how the Fill tool adds color.
Notepad expands Markdown support with nested lists and strikethrough formatting.
Notepad introduces a welcome screen to help users discover new features.
Users can disable AI features or revert to the classic notepad.exe if desired.
The changes are part of broader AI feature rollouts for Windows 11 Insiders in Canaray and Dev channels.
Microsoft highlights feedback collection via Windows Feedback Hub to fix bugs.
The Notepad and Paint updates coincide with Copilot+ AI initiatives on Windows 11.
Notepad and Paint updates are aimed at improving AI-assisted editing and drawing workflows.

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Heathrow scraps 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags after tech upgrade

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Heathrow scraps 100ml limit on liquids in cabin bags after tech upgrade

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Heathrow completed a £1 billion rollout of new CT security scanners allowing liquids and large devices to stay in bags.
Containers can now hold up to two litres, and travellers no longer must remove liquids from hand luggage.
The change applies to outbound Heathrow flights and could reduce security delays.
Heathrow estimates the upgrade will save about 16 million plastic bags annually.
The technology rollout at Heathrow followed earlier pilots at other UK airports.
The broader context includes past restrictions and mixed national guidance on liquids.
The move marks Heathrow as a leader in adopting CT security scanners in the world.
Some UK airports still limit liquids to 100ml pending regulatory approval.
The change has sparked guidance for travelers on return journeys and abroad.
The rollout aimed to modernize security scanning and improve passenger experience.

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Tesla has discontinued Basic Autopilot in the U.S.

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Tesla has discontinued Basic Autopilot in the U.S.

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Tesla discontinishes Basic Autopilot in the U.S., replacing it with Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer as the baseline features.
Full Self-Driving remains the sole high-cost option, with a $99/month subscription for FSD and an $8,000 one-time price that is phasing out on Feb. 14.
Tesla argues the change is largely a pricing reshuffle rather than a feature removal, with Enhanced Autopilot available outside the U.S.
Europe still offers Basic Autopilot and may not require FSD for similar safety features, signaling regional regulatory differences.
The change targets Model 3 and Model Y buyers in the U.S., who must choose FSD or forgo Autopilot features.
Musk indicated that FSD prices may rise as its capabilities improve, reinforcing the subscription model.
Some commenters note cheaper, entry-level cars from rivals may offer baseline safety features, highlighting perceived gaps.
Tesla's U.S. configurator now lists only FSD, with Autopilot branding largely replaced by the subscription option.
Other regions and tests show different regulatory landscapes affecting Autopilot and FSD availability.
The change has drawn attention from analysts and fans as a notable shift in Tesla's product pricing and feature strategy.

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