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Instagram’s iPad App Is Almost Here: What We Know So Far
- Meta is testing an iPad version of the popular social media platform Instagram, and the app might be released later this year.
- The current Instagram experience on iPad users is through the stretched-out iPhone version, but a proper iPad app would enhance the user experience.
- Meta has recently released a WhatsApp version optimized for iPad, indicating a change in attitude towards tablet apps, with Instagram expected to launch an iPad app this year.
- The demand for an Instagram iPad app has been strong for years, especially among creators and photographers who prefer working on a larger screen, and Meta's move to support iPad apps demonstrates a focus on reaching a wider audience and enhancing user experience across devices.
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Meta To Work With Anduril On US Military Tech
- Meta Platforms is collaborating with military technology start-up Anduril Industries to develop AI and augmented reality products for providing real-time battlefield intelligence to soldiers.
- The partnership reunites Palmer Luckey, co-founder of Anduril, with Meta, which had acquired his previous gaming company Oculus VR in 2014.
- The collaboration plans to work on products like a 'sci-fi-style military helmet,' called 'Eagle Eye,' and a successor to the HoloLens for the military.
- Anduril took over a Pentagon contract from Microsoft in February for developing a military headset, aiming to enhance soldiers' experience in the field with advanced technology.
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Banking on AI for Efficiency – no matter which way the regulatory winds are blowing
- Efficiency is a hot topic, with a focus on improving government efficiency and industry giants like Meta and Tesla laying off employees for efficiency reasons.
- Financial services firms are investing in AI for efficiency, such as Citigroup's $1 billion efficiency push and JPMorgan Chase's focus on innovation with cost control.
- Efficiency can involve cutting spending on non-essential items or signaling a desire for less regulatory oversight.
- Implementing AI requires addressing challenges like data quality, availability, and focusing on ROI, accuracy, and sustainability to avoid sabotaging long-term potential.
- Steps for improving efficiency include investing in energy-efficient data centers, tagging data for easy retrieval, storing data optimally, and incentivizing operational efficiency with AI tools.
- Financial services must balance efficiency with trust, as the industry relies heavily on trust from clients when handling their money and data.
- Maintaining vigilance in efficiency, sustainability, and trust is crucial, irrespective of regulatory swings in the financial services sector.
- Efficiency should not compromise accuracy, sustainability, and trust, and steps like optimizing data infrastructure, data tagging, and protecting sensitive data should be prioritized.
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Meta Shareholders Reject Proposal to Add Bitcoin to Treasury
- Shareholders of Meta rejected a proposal to assess accumulating Bitcoin to the balance sheet.
- Only 3.92 million votes were in favor of the 'Bitcoin Treasury Assessment' proposal, representing just 0.88% of the total. Approximately 5 billion voters opposed it.
- Shareholder proposal by Bitcoin advocate Ethan Peck suggested Meta allocate some of its cash into Bitcoin to hedge against inflation, a proposal that was ultimately rejected.
- Similar Bitcoin treasury proposals were made to Microsoft and Amazon, with Microsoft shareholders declining the proposal in December, while Amazon shareholders are yet to vote on it.
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CE 100 Index Gains 1.7% as Investors Send AI-Related Names Higher
- CE 100 Index gained 1.7% in a holiday-shortened week, driven by investor enthusiasm for AI-related news.
- Enablers segment surged by 2.6%, with C3.ai shares rising by 17% after reporting positive fiscal fourth quarter results.
- Meta reorganized its generative AI team to accelerate product rollouts, leading to a 3.3% increase in shares.
- In the Pay and Be Paid segment, Mastercard and Visa saw gains after launching digital tools and enabling Visa Click to Pay in new markets.
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MMO Week in Review: EVE Online’s Legion, New World’s leadership
- EVE Online released its Legion expansion, Crystal of Atlan launched, WoW Classic announced Mists of Pandaria for July 21, City of Heroes began testing new content, and New World introduced a new game director.
- Some other highlights include Guild Wars 2's upcoming Absolution zone, Dune Awakening's endgame content, and Elder Scrolls Online's Seasons of the Worm Cult update.
- New World's appointment of Katy Kaszynski as game director was noteworthy, while City of Heroes' balancing efforts garnered attention in the community.
- EVE Online's Legion update introduced new ships and freelance jobs, while Crystal of Atlan as a F2P action MMO made its debut across platforms.
- Additionally, Guild Wars 2's impending Absolution zone opening on June 3 created buzz, and initiatives like Internet Road Trip in the gaming space were also explored.
- Furthermore, discussions on gacha MMOs, MMO Odin Valhalla Rising's downloads, and MMORPG lockboxes were featured in this week's news cycle.
- Updates from games like Star Wars The Old Republic, DC Universe Online, Throne and Liberty, and The Division 2 were also covered.
- The article delved into topics such as LOTRO's monster player classes, Embers Adrift's payment model change, and Skull & Bones' new content season.
- Various streaming and podcast highlights were represented in Massively OP's Week in Review, showcasing diverse content across the MMO genre.
- To stay updated with the latest in MMO news, readers can check out Massively OP's various roundups like Betawatch, Make My MMO, and The MOP Up.
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Massively on the Go: Pokemon GO’s Delightful Days season starts with weekend-loaded June
- Pokemon Go is now in Scopely's hands, kicking off the Delightful Days season with a busy schedule of weekend events in June.
- Updates include move changes affecting various Pokemon like Lunala and Metagross, with Kleavor gaining relevance with a Bug Fast Move.
- Go Fest 2025 plays a significant role in the season, enhancing Zacian and Zamazenta with new forms and boosting their battle prowess.
- Special trades and bonuses, like double Daily Adventure Incense time, are highlighted for players to take advantage of.
- Event teasers feature new Pokemon introductions, Galarian starters getting Gmax forms, and potential appearances of Yamper/Boltund, Gimmighoul, and Dmax Latis.
- The introduction of the Go Pass, Global Go Fest, and varied events throughout June provide a packed schedule for Pokemon Go players.
- Raid details, Mega raids, Max Mondays, and Community Day plans for Jangmo-o offer diverse gameplay experiences in the month.
- The article also touches on new featured Pokemon, evolving meta strategies, and upcoming events like Ancients Recovered and Global Go Fest.
- Spotlight Hours with special perks like double transfer candy on June 17th add further elements to engage players in the evolving Pokemon Go landscape.
- As the Delightful Days season unfolds, players are advised to stay updated with Niantic's announcements and enjoy the dynamic gameplay offered.
- Massively OP's Andrew Ross serves as an expert in covering Pokemon Go and mobile MMOs, providing insights into the evolving world of augmented reality gaming.
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Augmented World Expo 2025 will draw 400 speakers, 6K attendees and 300 global exhibitors
- Augmented World Expo 2025 is expected to draw over 6,000 attendees, 400 speakers, and 300 global exhibitors in Long Beach, California from June 10 to June 12.
- Prominent speakers include Snap CEO Evan Spiegel, Atari cofounder Nolan Bushnell, and Oculus/Anduril founder Palmer Luckey.
- Market researchers predict rapid growth for the XR industry till 2030 as Ori Inbar believes the XR technology is primed to enter the mainstream.
- The industry is shifting its focus towards practical applications of mixed reality technology in enterprise and consumer markets.
- The competition between Meta (formerly Facebook) and Apple in the XR space is intensifying, with varying emphasis on AR, AI, and mixed reality technologies.
- The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers from companies like Lucasfilm, Qualcomm, Niantic, Meta, Google, Warner Records, XREAL, and more.
- AWE Builders Nexus, a program for startups, will provide resources, funding opportunities, and networking platforms for entrepreneurs in the XR industry.
- Companies like Pico and Convai are showcasing advanced XR technologies at the event, offering features like full-body motion tracking and AI-driven avatar solutions.
- Doublepoint's technology enables gesture control for XR devices, enhancing user experience by allowing intuitive interactions with AR interfaces.
- Overall, AWE 2025 promises to be a hub for groundbreaking innovations, industry insights, and networking opportunities for stakeholders in the XR ecosystem.
- The event highlights the ongoing evolution and potential of XR technologies for various industries, from entertainment and gaming to education and enterprise solutions.
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Meta Shareholders Slam The Brakes On Bitcoin Plan – Details
- Meta Platforms’ shareholders voted against a plan to hold Bitcoin in its cash reserves.
- Investor Ethan Peck suggested using Bitcoin to protect value due to inflation and low bond returns.
- Meta's board cited solid treasury management and stated there was no need for a separate Bitcoin study.
- Meta seems more interested in stablecoins for global payouts after the failed Bitcoin proposal.
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Meta's chief AI scientist says all countries should contribute data to a shared open-source AI model
- Yann LeCun, Meta's chief AI scientist, advocates for open-source AI to be an international resource.
- He suggests that countries should not impede open-source platforms and instead support them to contribute to a shared AI model.
- LeCun envisions a distributed training approach across the world to create a repository of all human knowledge through open-source platforms.
- Both LeCun and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasize the importance of international regulations in governing advanced AI systems to prevent global harm.
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Meta plans to automate many of its product risk assessments
- Meta plans to automate up to 90% of the risk assessments for updates on apps like Instagram and WhatsApp using AI-powered system.
- The move aims to fulfill the 2012 agreement with the FTC, enabling quicker product updates but with the concern of increased risks.
- Previously conducted by humans, the new AI-centric process involves a questionnaire for product teams to receive instant decisions on identified risks before launch.
- While Meta states investing in privacy and innovation, critics warn of potential negative impacts as problems may arise once updates are rolled out.
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Meta rejects Bitcoin treasury proposal despite growing investor crypto interest
- Meta shareholders rejected a proposal to explore adding Bitcoin to the company’s $72 billion treasury, despite growing investor interest in crypto assets.
- Proposal argued Bitcoin's fixed supply and inflation-hedging potential could better preserve shareholder value than cash and bonds.
- Meta's board opposed the initiative, citing existing treasury strategies and deeming a Bitcoin evaluation unnecessary.
- While Meta did not pursue adding Bitcoin to its treasury, the company is exploring stablecoins for global payouts to re-enter the crypto space.
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Meta stopped covert operations from Iran, China, and Romania spreading propaganda
- Meta stopped covert operations from Iran, China, and Romania targeting social media platforms with propaganda.
- Three influence operations disrupted by Meta using fake accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and more.
- Accounts removed linked to China-based network targeting Myanmar, Taiwan, and Japan.
- Meta also removed accounts tied to Iran-based network targeting Azeri-speaking users and accounts linked to a Romania-based network.
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Call of Duty Mobile NieR: Automata Event Starts Today
- The Call of Duty Mobile NieR: Automata event, featuring character skins based on 2B, 9S, and the YoRHa Commander White, begins today at 5pm PT/8pm ET on May 30, 2025.
- Players can earn the 9S costume for Ryotaro "Kui Ji" Nagashima for free, while the 2B and Commander White outfits can be obtained via Draw banners along with specific weapons.
- Character skins include Kestral as 2B and St. George as Commander White. Additional weapons from NieR: Automata like Cruel Blood Oath, Virtuous Contract, and more are also available.
- Call of Duty Mobile is available on Android and Apple iOS devices, while NieR: Automata is on various platforms. The crossover event offers free rewards and starts on May 30, 2025.
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Eight things we learned from WhatsApp vs. NSO Group spyware lawsuit
- A jury ordered NSO Group to pay over $167 million in damages to WhatsApp after a legal battle that started in 2019.
- The WhatsApp vs. NSO Group trial unveiled key revelations about the spyware attack on WhatsApp users.
- The zero-click attack on WhatsApp involved triggering the phone to download Pegasus spyware without user interaction.
- NSO Group kept targeting WhatsApp users even after the lawsuit was filed in November 2019.
- It was confirmed that NSO targeted a U.S. phone number as a test for the FBI.
- NSO's Pegasus system selects hacking methods for government customers based on targets.
- NSO Group employs around 350-380 people, with its headquarters located in the same building as Apple.
- European customers paid millions for access to Pegasus spyware, with prices varying based on features and targets.
- NSO revealed financial struggles during the trial, citing losses and expenses related to Pegasus development.
- The spyware maker expressed difficulty in paying damages, stating financial constraints during the proceedings.
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