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It's a confusing mess to compare the alphabet soup of AI models
- Comparing AI models has become increasingly challenging due to the proliferation of new models being released by major AI companies.
- Industry observers are questioning the reliability of benchmarks often used to measure AI model performance.
- Tech giants like Meta, Google, and Anthropic are continually introducing new AI models, making it confusing for consumers to determine competitive advantages.
- Concerns have been raised about companies potentially manipulating benchmarks to showcase superior performance of their AI models.
- The AI industry faces broader issues with benchmarks, with criticisms about the measurement criteria and societal impact being raised.
- There are challenges in determining the effectiveness and value of new AI models beyond their performance in specific benchmarks.
- Experts suggest that benchmarks should incorporate safeguards to ensure impartial evaluations and protection against biases.
- While benchmarks may not be perfect indicators, they still provide some guidance for navigating the landscape of AI models.
- Selecting the right AI model involves considering its ability to elegantly solve specific problems rather than just its benchmark scores.
- Ultimately, the focus should be on choosing an AI model that best addresses individual needs and requirements rather than just chasing high benchmark scores.
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Meta Quietly Disables Apple Intelligence Features in iOS Apps
- Meta has disabled support for Apple Intelligence's AI writing tools in its suite of popular iOS apps.
- The shift began in December 2024, with Meta replacing Apple's AI features with its own proprietary AI tools.
- Users can no longer access Apple Intelligence tools within Meta's apps, and the option to alter text with any AI is missing in some apps.
- The decision appears to be a strategic move by Meta to promote its own generative AI tools and distance itself from Apple.
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At monopoly trial, Zuckerberg redefined social media as texting with friends
- The Meta monopoly trial raises the question of how important it is to use social media for connecting with friends and family.
- Facebook became successful by focusing on connecting people with their friends, reaching 1 billion users without being acquired by a Big Tech company.
- The FTC argues that Meta has taken advantage of Facebook's early popularity and has cornered the market on personal social networks by acquiring rivals.
- The FTC states that competitors like Snapchat and MeWe are limited, and platforms like TikTok and YouTube are not interchangeable.
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Overwatch 2 deep-dives the new Stadium mode arriving with Season 16 on April 22
- Overwatch 2's new Stadium mode will be available with Season 16 on April 22nd.
- The mode features two teams of five in a structured arena-based format.
- Players can earn stadium cash during fights to spend on new hero powers and equippable items.
- The mode includes various features, including mode-specific rankings, third-person view, and adjustments to prevent snowballing and a mercy rule.
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This is Mark Zuckerberg's theory of why Facebook is losing cultural relevancy
- Mark Zuckerberg has expressed concerns about Facebook's decreasing cultural relevance.
- Emails between Zuckerberg and a Facebook executive were presented as evidence in the FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Meta.
- Zuckerberg highlighted several factors affecting Facebook's cultural relevance, such as outdated friend graphs and the lack of a culturally relevant public content ecosystem.
- Zuckerberg acknowledged the success of Instagram and emphasized the need for a strategy to maintain Facebook's cultural relevance.
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Meta removes Apple Intelligence from Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp
- Meta has removed Apple Intelligence features from its popular apps like Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and Threads.
- The useful AI features like Writing Tools and Genmoji are no longer available in these apps.
- Apple's developer documentation allows blocking Apple Intelligence features, excluding web apps.
- Meta and Apple disagreed on advertising, tracking, and privacy, leading Meta to integrate OpenAI's ChatGPT technology.
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Overwatch 2's new Stadium mode won't feature its poster character Tracer at launch, though there's a fair reason why
- Overwatch 2's new Stadium mode won't include Tracer at launch
- The initial 17 characters were selected based on their unique kit abilities
- Characters with heavy movement abilities were not chosen for the initial release
- Tracer will be added in the future, and more heroes will be added every season
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Facebook considered offering an ad-free subscription after the Cambridge Analytica scandal
- Facebook's board of directors considered offering ad-free subscriptions as a response to the Cambridge Analytica scandal and the backlash against data usage.
- The proposed monthly subscription would allow users to experience Facebook without ads.
- The goal was to provide an advertising 'opt-out' and address the concern of users being the product if they are not paying for a service.
- Instead of launching the subscription, Facebook decided to reduce the amount of data available to outside developers and later launched an ad-free subscription option only in the EU, which faced criticism from regulators.
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Instagram Blend lets you share a Reels feed with friends
- Instagram is launching a new feature called Blend that’s a custom Reels feed shared between you and members of a DM group.
- Blend allows users to create custom Reels feeds in one-on-one conversations or group chats, with the feed refreshing daily.
- The feature aims to provide users with suggested Reels content from people in their DM group, offering a new way to discover content outside of their usual recommendations.
- Instagram's launch of Blend comes as the platform tries to capitalize on the uncertainty surrounding TikTok's future.
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How Meta Changes Shift the Sands of Competitive Gaming
- The term “meta” in competitive gaming refers to the most effective strategies and tactics that dominate the current landscape.
- Game developers frequently make adjustments to balance, agents/characters, and game mechanics, leading to shifts in the meta.
- Meta changes force players to adapt quickly, as dominant strategies and characters may become less effective after updates.
- Meta shifts have a significant impact on competitive gaming, requiring pro players and teams to quickly adjust their compositions and strategies.
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Apple Intelligence Not Available in Meta Apps Like Facebook, Instagram
- Apple's Writing Tools feature, part of Apple Intelligence, is not available in Meta's apps like Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, Threads, and Messenger.
- Meta has declined to integrate Apple's AI model into its apps, which would have allowed access to the Writing Tools feature.
- Apple had previously held discussions with Meta about the integration, but privacy concerns led to Apple turning down the AI partnership.
- Meta has rolled out its own AI features across its platforms.
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Meta and Lufthansa Partner to Bring Quest 3 VR Headsets to In-Flight Entertainment
- Meta has partnered with Lufthansa to bring Quest 3 VR headsets to in-flight entertainment.
- Nearly 4,000 travelers on select international routes have enjoyed the service, with overwhelmingly positive feedback.
- Passengers in Lufthansa's Allegris Business Class Suite have been offered Quest 3 headsets for virtual entertainment.
- The initiative received industry recognition, winning the 2025 APEX Award for Best Inflight Entertainment.
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8 revelations from Mark Zuckerberg's 3 days on the witness stand in Meta's antitrust trial
- Mark Zuckerberg testified for more than 10 hours in Meta's blockbuster antitrust trial.
- Internal emails from Zuckerberg were presented by the FTC during the trial.
- Zuckerberg considered spinning off Instagram in 2018 to avoid antitrust scrutiny.
- The FTC alleges Meta 'helped cement' its illegal monopoly with Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions.
- Meta could be forced to sell off Instagram and WhatsApp if the FTC wins the case.
- Zuckerberg's court testimony revealed insights into Meta's operations and decision-making.
- One key revelation was Zuckerberg's consideration of spinning off Instagram in 2018.
- Zuckerberg proposed a 'crazy idea' to boost Facebook's relevance by purging users' friends.
- Sheryl Sandberg's interest in playing Settlers of Catan with Zuckerberg came up in trial messages.
- Zuckerberg emphasized Meta's rivalry with TikTok and determination to excel in the tech space.
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Google, Apple, and Snap aren’t happy about Meta’s poorly-redacted slides
- Lawyers representing Apple, Google, and Snap expressed irritation with Meta over poorly-redacted slides during Meta's antitrust trial.
- Apple's representative indicated that it may not be able to trust Meta with its internal information in the future.
- Google's attorney blamed Meta for jeopardizing the search giant's data with the mistake.
- Snap's attorney criticized Meta's cavalier approach and casual disregard for other companies involved in the case.
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Meta keeps Apple’s AI out of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp
- Meta (formerly Facebook) does not support Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools feature in its iOS apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
- This restriction has been in place since Apple Intelligence debuted in November 2021.
- Meta likely wants to steer users toward its own AI solution and has been integrating its own AI across its products and services.
- For users who rely on Writing Tools, the only workaround is to draft content using the feature in a different app, such as Apple Notes, and then paste it into Meta's platforms.
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