Google unveils Gemini 4 Argon, restricts access to vetted 'trusted cyber defenders'
Google's new frontier model claims strong performance in software engineering and enterprise work, but the company is limiting initial availability over cyber-r
The Verge · +13 outlets
Paramount names Ynon Kreiz co-CEO ahead of $110B Warner Bros. Discovery merger close
The Mattel chairman joins David Ellison at the top of a combined Paramount-WBD, with HBO content chief picked to run the streaming business.
The Verge · +7 outlets
Ted Cruz blocks Senate push to pass AI deepfake bill
The procedural move stalls federal legislation aimed at regulating AI-generated deepfakes.
Forbes · +7 outlets
Reddit further limits Old Reddit access, citing AI scraping and bot traffic
After forcing login for Old Reddit, Reddit says it will cut access further over the next few months to fight automated scraping.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Twitch uses AI to decide which streamers get ads, CEO Dan Clancy says
The Amazon-owned platform transcribes live streams and uses AI to evaluate brand safety when placing advertising.
Dexerto · +9 outlets
Neon announces Creative Commons SCP Foundation film after A24 backlash
Neon says it is working with the SCP Wiki team, contrasting with A24's approach that angered the horror community.
The Verge · +5 outlets
Mojang hiring to expand Minecraft into creator-built interactive experiences
Microsoft-owned Mojang is posting roles focused on creation and operation of user-made experiences inside Minecraft.
Tubefilter · +3 outlets
TikTok One Pay to compensate creators for brand deals within 30 days
The fintech feature aims to speed up creator cash flow as TikTok Shop drives commerce growth.
Tubefilter · +14 outlets
Meta responds after Muse AI shared a YouTuber's home address on Facebook Marketplace
The incident raises privacy questions about AI assistants acting with access to personal data on Meta platforms.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Disney+ and Indonesia's Vidio launch streaming bundle with local originals and sports
The deal pairs Disney+ Standard with Vidio Ultimate and extends Disney's regional streaming alliance strategy in Asia.
Variety · +6 outlets
Amazon delivery driver smart glasses will reportedly take photos 'almost constantly'
Bloomberg reports the glasses capture people and private property during routes, prompting privacy scrutiny.
The Verge · +4 outlets
YouTube's Watch With lets creators react live to videos and keep live ad revenue
The feature credits original uploaders while giving reacting creators the live ad income.
Dexerto · +3 outlets
AI fair use appeal loss signals risk for Suno and other generative music firms
A first appellate ruling against an AI fair use defense could reshape legal exposure for music generation startups.
Forbes · +2 outlets
Vivo X Fold 6 global launch draws notice for its dated size and aspect ratio
The foldable arrives internationally months after its China debut, feeling like a throwback next to newer designs.
The Verge · +3 outlets
Amazon launches faster Fire TV Stick 4K with redesigned remote and Alexa+ hub
Amazon claims app launches more than 35% faster and adds an Alexa+ hub to the Fire TV interface.
Variety · +14 outlets
ShopMy launches product turning creator content into paid campaign media
The 'Spotlight' tool puts itself between creator marketing supply and brand ad budgets, with 350,000 curators in its network.
Tubefilter · +14 outlets
Prime Video picks up 100-plus Korean dramas from CJ ENM in multi-year India deal
The licensing pact deepens Amazon's Korean content pipeline for the Indian market.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Academy defends moving Oscars broadcast to YouTube: 'almost feels risky not to'
AMPAS executives explained the reasoning behind the 2029 YouTube deal on the film festival circuit.
Tubefilter · +1 outlets