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Meta’s new AI glasses could have a ‘super-sensing’ mode with facial recognition
- Meta is developing 'super-sensing' vision software for smart glasses that can recognize people by name and has improved processes for releasing products quickly.
- The AI software, activated with a command, could remind users of tasks like grabbing keys or grocery shopping based on what it sees.
- The 'super-sensing' feature keeps cameras and sensors always on to track user activities, with Meta aiming for longer battery life on upcoming glasses and earphones.
- Live AI testing is already underway on existing models, but battery life is currently limited to 30 minutes.
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Mark Zuckerberg says his management style involves no 1-on-1s, few direct reports, and a 'core army' of 30 running Meta
- Mark Zuckerberg discussed his management style at the Stripe Sessions conference, revealing a 'core army' of around 30 individuals run Meta's operations for 15 product groups.
- He avoids regular one-on-ones and dislikes delegating or managing people directly, preferring a more hands-on approach.
- Zuckerberg's team comprises a select group of lieutenants who handle various aspects of Meta.
- Meta's organizational structure is non-hierarchical, with a focus on empowering key individuals within the company.
- Zuckerberg believes in direct communication with those responsible for key product groups rather than micromanaging.
- He emphasizes the importance of being personally involved in crucial decisions across the organization.
- The Meta CEO minimizes standing meetings and opts for two weekly recurring meetings to discuss strategy and company priorities.
- He prioritizes keeping time open each day to focus on essential tasks and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Zuckerberg's approach deviates from traditional CEO practices, emphasizing a more personalized and dynamic leadership style.
- Meta did not immediately respond to queries regarding Zuckerberg's management insights.
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Courts put an end to the FTC’s 2023 lawsuit against Microsoft’s takeover of Activision Blizzard
- US federal appeals court ended the FTC's lawsuit against Microsoft's takeover of Activision Blizzard, ruling against the appeal of an injunction against the initial deal.
- The court ruled based on the FTC's failure to show likelihood of success on the merits of any of its theories regarding competition concerns.
- FTC's objections to the merger included concerns over Microsoft having control of Activision's content, potentially leading to lessened competition in terms of product quality, price, and innovation.
- The FTC initiated the campaign against the merger in late 2022, with Microsoft completing the acquisition over a year-and-a-half ago, and the legal battle has now concluded in May 2025.
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Big Tech's new playbook: Trim the fat; pay the stars
- Tech firms like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are focusing on rewarding top performers and scrutinizing underachievers through revised compensation models.
- Amazon, for instance, revamped its compensation model to offer larger payouts to long-standing top performers, while cutting down compensation for first-time top rank achievers.
- The tech industry is shifting towards leaner, high-performing teams by incentivizing top talent and eliminating underperformers.
- Companies like Google, Microsoft, and Meta are aligning their compensation strategies to encourage high-quality work from top-tier employees.
- While tech giants previously offered lavish perks to attract talent, the focus is now on performance and efficiency to achieve more with fewer employees.
- Google and Microsoft have made changes to reward top contributors and enhance performance management, while Meta aims to cut low-rated staff annually.
- Some tech companies are reducing new hire offers and tightening salary approvals, indicating a shift towards rewarding high performers.
- Job switchers in the tech industry are experiencing lower pay increases, reflecting weakened bargaining power and reduced competition.
- While some experts view the crackdown on underperformance as a trend, others believe it may be cyclical and driven by industry norms.
- Despite mixed reactions, employees at tech firms like Amazon have expressed frustration over changes in compensation structures.
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CrowdStrike cuts 500 jobs as AI reshapes company operations
- Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. announced the layoff of about 500 employees, constituting 5% of its global workforce, as part of a strategic initiative for operational efficiency and focusing on reaching $10 billion in annual recurring revenue by 2026.
- CrowdStrike cited artificial intelligence (AI) as a factor behind the layoffs, mentioning that AI enables faster innovation, streamlined execution, and reduces the need for headcount.
- The company estimates total charges related to the layoffs ranging between $36 million and $53 million, with the majority allocated to severance, benefits, and stock-based compensation.
- Despite the layoffs, CrowdStrike plans to continue hiring in critical areas, particularly in customer-facing and product engineering roles. The company reaffirmed its financial guidance for fiscal year 2026 amidst the organizational changes.
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Insider
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The COO of Reality Labs is leaving Meta after nearly 11 years
- Dan Reed, the COO of Meta's Reality Labs, is leaving the company after nearly 11 years.
- Reed's departure follows a major restructuring of Reality Labs, integrating it more closely with Meta's core business.
- Despite significant growth, Reality Labs has accumulated over $60 billion in losses since 2020.
- The departure of Reed marks another leadership change amidst internal and external pressures faced by the division.
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TechCrunch
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New court filing shows that Meta execs agreed that Facebook was losing to TikTok
- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Instagram head Adam Mosseri, and other Meta execs acknowledged in a new court filing that TikTok was outperforming Facebook.
- Zuckerberg mentioned that Facebook had lost momentum to TikTok, which creates a shared context among friends through its content.
- Various executives agreed that TikTok was excelling in the social media market, surpassing platforms like YouTube and engaging users with innovative features like longer video uploads.
- Internal discussions revealed Meta's concerns about the competitive landscape and the need to enhance Facebook's offerings to better compete with the likes of TikTok.
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Not So Massively: Stormgate’s campaign reboot is much better, but is it too late?
- Stormgate, an early access RTS, released a major update revamping its story campaign to better reception.
- The new campaign features a completely rebuilt narrative with significant changes in character backgrounds and settings.
- Main character Amara Nassar has been refined to be more well-rounded and sympathetic in the revised campaign.
- Gameplay improvements include better pacing, more interesting missions, and a visual novel-style dialogue system.
- Players can now upgrade units and level up the main character, Amara, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- Graphics overhaul in the game includes detailed textures, improved lighting, and redesigned character models for better visuals.
- While the new campaign has been positively reviewed, issues like lack of manual saving and audio mixing persist.
- The update has garnered positive responses in competitive multiplayer, with improvements made to the PvP experience.
- However, the game's reputation and player count have suffered due to previous issues, impacting its current standing.
- Despite improvements, concerns remain about the game's pricing, player engagement, and ability to recover its reputation in the RTS genre.
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NSO group slapped with $168m penalty for spreading Pegasus Malware
- After a six-year legal battle, Meta wins a $168 million penalty against NSO Group for spreading the Pegasus malware, targeting WhatsApp and Instagram users.
- Meta's collaboration with Citizen Lab revealed over 1,400 WhatsApp users were affected by the spyware, leading to the substantial penalty.
- The court also ordered NSO Group to pay $444,000 to Meta, amplifying the victory for privacy advocates and tech industry concerning digital surveillance.
- NSO Group's Pegasus malware, associated with high-profile spying incidents, including Jeff Bezos and Amazon.
- Meta's lawsuit accused NSO Group of breaching privacy rights and compromising the security of its platforms with illegal surveillance tactics.
- Pegasus allows for remote access to phones, data theft, location tracking, and invasive monitoring through cameras and microphones.
- Meta's legal win sets a precedent for accountability in digital surveillance, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations to protect user privacy.
- Collaboration between companies like Meta and research groups like Citizen Lab is vital in combatting cyber-espionage and safeguarding user data.
- The ruling underscores the importance of privacy protection as surveillance tools advance, urging collective efforts to defend against unauthorized spying.
- Meta's triumph signals a call for action to uphold digital rights and deter illegal surveillance practices in the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
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Perfect Ten: MMOs (and MMO moments) that live in infamy
- MMOs have always existed in a state of infamy, with certain titles and moments being recognized widely.
- Camelot Unchained, a long-delayed title, lives in infamy due to various issues and lack of mitigating circumstances.
- Diablo Immortal faced backlash for its infamous 'Do you guys not have phones?' moment and predatory monetization.
- Final Fantasy XI's hours-long boss fight, Star Citizen, and Roblox are among the MMOs and moments known for negative reasons.
- Roblox, in particular, has faced numerous controversies including lawsuits, exploitation allegations, and data breaches.
- RuneScape's party hats and Anarchy Online's disastrous launch are also mentioned for their impact on the MMO community.
- EVE Online's player behavior and War Thunder's incidents involving leaked classified documents round out the list of infamous MMO elements.
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Walmart just dropped this 65W power bank to a crazy good $33, and it's perfect for Steam Deck
- Walmart has dropped the price of the INIU 25000mAh 65W power bank to $32.99, from $59.99 after signing in and clipping the on-page coupon.
- The power bank is ideal for charging various devices including the Steam Deck, MacBook Pro, iPads, Galaxy Tabs, and more, thanks to its 65W USB-C Power Delivery output.
- It features two USB-C ports and a USB-A port, allowing users to charge up to three devices simultaneously without needing additional adapters.
- INIU offers a 3-year warranty, a travel pouch, USB-C and USB-A cables, and lifetime tech support with the power bank, making it a portable, reliable, and versatile option for travelers, gamers, and anyone in need of backup power.
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Guardian
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‘It cannot provide nuance’: UK experts warn AI therapy chatbots are not safe
- Mark Zuckerberg believes in using AI chatbots for therapy, suggesting everyone should have a therapist, even if it's AI-based.
- Experts warn that AI-based therapy chatbots lack nuance and might provide inappropriate advice, citing examples like a chatbot offering dangerous advice for eating disorders.
- Concerns are raised about the potential disruption AI chatbots can cause to established relationships, like those with friends, due to their use in personal discussions and emotional support.
- Calls for more oversight and regulation are made regarding the use of AI in mental health, particularly to ensure users' safety and appropriateness of the technologies being used.
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Minimal AI: Build a WhatsApp Bot That Does One Thing Really Well
- Meta has introduced an AI Studio for building AI chat agents to be used within WhatsApp.
- Features include a flow builder for visual chat logic design, integration with LLaMA 3 models, and no-hosting-required setup.
- Access is currently limited with less than 1,000 bots live, but the tools are real and continuously expanding.
- This development is significant as WhatsApp has over 2 billion users, making it a key platform for user-facing AI experiences.
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TechCrunch
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Mark Zuckerberg’s AI ad tool sounds like a social media nightmare
- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled plans to automate the ad industry with an AI ad tool during a conference in San Francisco.
- The tool would involve using AI-generated ads on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads to deliver results for businesses based on their objectives and budget.
- While Zuckerberg believes in the efficiency of AI for advertising, concerns have been raised about the impact of AI-generated ads on user experience and ethical considerations.
- The ad industry has mixed reactions towards Zuckerberg's vision of automating the industry using AI tools, with some concerns over the potential threat to human creativity and livelihoods.
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Avoiding Investment and Payment Scams Online
- Investment and payment scams online are often perpetrated by criminals taking advantage of current events and economic uncertainties to target victims.
- Investment scams lure individuals with promises of high returns and low risk, often using email, social media, and calls to offer fraudulent opportunities.
- Payment scams exploit online platforms for quick and anonymous transactions to deceive unsuspecting individuals.
- Tips to avoid scams include verifying investment firms, staying vigilant against instant payment requests, and utilizing anti-scam tools on various platforms.
- Common investment scams like cryptocurrency coaches and payment scams such as advance payment and refund requests are highlighted as areas of concern.
- Anti-scam tools on Messenger, Instagram, and Facebook aim to detect and prevent scams, like warnings for suspicious activities and facial recognition for identity verification.
- Efforts to combat scammers involve blocking accounts associated with scam centers globally and collaborating with organizations like the FBI's Level Up program.
- Initiatives like the Llama Defenders Program and partnerships with industry coalitions aim to provide AI solutions and educational resources to protect users from online scams.
- Safety education campaigns in collaboration with global partners focus on raising awareness about online scams and promoting safe practices.
- Constant updates and efforts are ongoing to inform and safeguard users against evolving scam tactics to ensure online safety for all individuals.
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