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Google is bringing back the Do Not Disturb shortcut for people who hate Modes
- Google is working on re-adding a dedicated shortcut for toggling Do Not Disturb mode from the Quick Settings panel.
- For a long time, Android allowed users to quickly toggle Do Not Disturb mode from a Quick Settings shortcut.
- The latest Android 15 quarterly release replaced the dedicated shortcut with Modes, which requires two taps to toggle Do Not Disturb.
- Google is responding to user feedback and is working on bringing back the dedicated Do Not Disturb shortcut.
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Nothing’s New CMF Buds 2 Now Feature ChatGPT Integration and Adaptive ANC, Priced at $59
- Nothing has launched the CMF Buds 2, an upgrade over previous generation audio accessories.
- The CMF Buds 2 feature Dirac Opteo sound tuning, Ultra Bass Technology 2.0, and 11mm custom PMI drivers.
- The earbuds include hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and improved call sound quality.
- CMF Buds 2 offer up to 13.5 hours of music playback on a single charge and support ChatGPT integration.
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XRP Price Prediction: XRP Braces for a $2.50 Retest as Traders React to SEC News and JP Morgan Forecast
- Renewed optimism surrounds XRP as Ripple settles with SEC, strong bullish signals on XRP charts, and expectations of a Ripple ETF.
- XRP price needs to close above $2.25 resistance on the weekly timeframe for a sustained rally, targeting price zones at $2.51 and $2.60.
- Immediate volatility expected with increased exchange inflows and some traders preparing for short-term retracement.
- JPMorgan predicts XRP spot ETFs could attract over $8 billion in institutional inflows, potentially driving the price.
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Google launches Gemini 2.5 Flash in preview for developers
- Google has launched Gemini 2.5 Flash in preview through its developer platforms.
- Gemini 2.5 Flash is a low-latency, high-performance AI model with enhanced reasoning capabilities.
- The model is available on Google AI Studio and Vertex AI for building, training, and deploying AI models.
- Gemini 2.5 Flash offers the ability to set thinking budgets for tradeoffs between quality, cost, and latency.
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The First Descendant’s April patch has arrived with Ultimate Blair and a revamped newbie experience
- Dynamic Motion Online - The First Descendant - has released episode 2 of its second season in the April update.
- The update includes a revamped beginner experience with new Guide Quests and a simplified Main Quest.
- It introduces the Ultimate descendant 'Ultimate Blair' with a new backstory and powerful ability.
- The update also includes new game features like Void Erosion 'Challenge' Mode, New Badge System, and new skin updates.
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Can Trump’s Tariffs Really Trigger XRP’s 1,500% Run? One Coin Says Yes — and More
- XRP chart is showing signs of activity and is approaching a critical point, with price goals set at $7.50, $13, and $27.
- Trump's tariffs, similar to past political events, could potentially trigger a short-term market shakeout before a significant move in XRP.
- Analysts suggest that the XRP price could drop to $1.85 if it fails to stay above the $2.30-$2.50 range, while a Kangaroo setup pattern indicates potential gains.
- Another token, Minotaurus (MTAUR), is gaining attention for its strong fundamentals and development progress.
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Mashable
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Google rolls out Gemini 2.5 Flash preview in the Gemini app. Whats new?
- Google has rolled out the Gemini 2.5 Flash model in preview for the standalone Gemini app.
- The model has updated reasoning capabilities and better processing power allocation.
- Gemini 2.5 Flash is part of the Gemini 2.5 family of models, offering cost efficiency for everyday tasks.
- OpenAI has also released new versions of its reasoning models, intensifying the competition with Google.
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DOGE Deactivates 200K Federal Credit Cards
- The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has deactivated over 200,000 federal credit cards across 16 agencies as part of an effort to reduce government spending.
- The audit conducted by DOGE identified unused or unnecessary cards, leading to their deactivation.
- The Department of the Interior had the highest number of cancellations, followed by the Department of Health and Human Services.
- Critics raise concerns about the accuracy of DOGE's figures and potential long-term cost implications of canceling contracts.
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The BNB AI Hack: $540,544 in Prizes and Endless Opportunities for Developers
- The BNB AI Hack empowers developers to create AI solutions within the BNB Chain ecosystem, fostering innovation.
- Tutorial Agent’s success in the hackathon highlights the practical potential of AI projects within BNB Chain’s network.
- The BNB AI Hack offers $540,544 in prizes and ongoing support to help developers bring their AI ideas to life.
- The hackathon encourages the submission of projects and provides incentives such as funding, incubator access, and marketing help for winning teams.
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A Google Gemini model now has a “dial” to adjust how much it reasons
- Google DeepMind’s latest update to the Gemini AI model includes a dial to control reasoning intensity in responses to save money for developers and prevent overthinking.
- The shift towards reasoning models aims to handle complex tasks by logically working through problems, enhancing existing models without building from scratch.
- However, excessive thinking can lead to increased costs, with some tasks costing over $200 to complete, impacting both finances and energy usage.
- Gemini Flash 2.5 introduces a slider to dial down unnecessary thinking, addressing the issue of models overthinking and reducing running expenses.
- Despite improved performance in specific tasks, overthinking remains prominent, leading to inefficient outcomes and increased computing expenditures.
- The introduction of the reasoning dial aims to balance the need for intensive thinking, allowing developers to manage computing resources based on task requirements.
- The focus on reasoning models signifies a shift in improving model efficiency through longer thinking times rather than just scaling up model sizes.
- Google DeepMind's approach to reasoning leverages human-readable language for intuitive communication, even though AI models don't reason like humans do.
- The rise of reasoning models challenges the traditional paradigm of making models larger, indicating a transformation in AI development strategies.
- The trend towards reasoning models impacts both computing expenses and environmental footprints, emphasizing the need for efficient AI solutions.
- While reasoning models continue to evolve, the availability of open-source models like DeepSeek presents cost-effective alternatives for developers seeking powerful AI solutions.
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Insider
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How FBI undercover agents actually work
- FBI agent Scott Payne, known as the 'Hillbilly Donnie Brasco,' risked his life to expose violent neo-Nazi cells.
- Payne worked against drug trafficking, human trafficking, and domestic terrorism throughout his career.
- He went undercover with the Outlaws Motorcycle Club and helped arrest a white nationalist planning an attack on a synagogue.
- Payne shares insights on undercover protocol, surveillance techniques, and the future of the FBI.
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The Register
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Krebs throws himself on the grenade, resigns from SentinelOne after Trump revokes clearances
- Former US cybersecurity official, Chris Krebs, has resigned from SentinelOne following an executive order by Trump that revoked clearances of people at the company.
- Krebs, a Republican, was fired by Trump in 2017 after contradicting his claims of election fraud. He joined SentinelOne in 2023.
- Trump's order revoked security clearances for Krebs and directed an investigation into his activities at CISA, including regarding 2020 election security assurances.
- SentinelOne had no involvement in Krebs' previous government work, and his resignation was a personal decision.
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Tamil Nadu To Launch Dedicated Spacetech Policy
- The Tamil Nadu cabinet has approved a dedicated space policy to foster spacetech startups in the state.
- The policy aims to attract spacetech investments worth INR 10,000 crore and create 10,000 high-value jobs over the next decade.
- It envisions building a future-ready skilled workforce in space technologies and services.
- The policy includes incentives for startups and enterprises setting up space manufacturing and services in designated 'Space Bays'.
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TechCrunch
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Google’s latest AI model report lacks key safety details, experts say
- Google's latest AI model report lacks key safety details, according to experts.
- The report is light on details, making it difficult to determine the risks of the Gemini 2.5 Pro model.
- The report does not mention Google's Frontier Safety Framework (FSF) and lacks necessary information.
- Experts express concerns about the transparency and commitment to safety evaluations by Google.
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Insider
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Gracie Abrams says Taylor Swift endures an 'extreme' invasion of privacy: 'I really don't have it that bad'
- Gracie Abrams acknowledges Taylor Swift's extreme invasion of privacy and reflects on how it puts her own experience in perspective.
- Despite facing scrutiny about her love life and family, Abrams realizes that her level of privacy invasion is less severe compared to Swift.
- Abrams admires Swift's extreme fame and hopes to earn the opportunity to headline her own stadium tour in the future.
- She credits Swift for inspiring her and raising her through their collaboration and friendship.
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