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Meta Accused of Using 81.7TB of Pirated Books to...

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2025/02/07

Meta is facing allegations of downloading over 81.7 terabytes of pirated books to train its artificial intelligence models, according to newly unsealed court documents. These revelations have emerged in a copyright infringement […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Meta Accused of Using 81.7TB of Pirated Books to Train AI Models appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Here is why Microsoft's "uninstall Edge" page offers...

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2025/02/07

Windows users who do not want to use Microsoft Edge have two main options: ignore the web browser as best as they can, or try to uninstall it. Those who consider uninstalling […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Here is why Microsoft's "uninstall Edge" page offers no instructions to remove the browser appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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DeepSeek AI Accused of Sharing User Data with Banned...

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2025/02/06

Security researchers have discovered that DeepSeek may be transmitting user login information to China Mobile, a state-owned telecommunications firm banned from operating in the United States due to alleged ties to the […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post DeepSeek AI Accused of Sharing User Data with Banned Chinese Telecom appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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ChatGPT Search Now Open to Everyone—No Account Needed!

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2025/02/06

In a major shift, OpenAI has removed the account requirement for using ChatGPT’s search engine, making it accessible to anyone in supported regions. This move positions ChatGPT as a serious contender to […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post ChatGPT Search Now Open to Everyone—No Account Needed! appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Microsoft Teams Rolls Out AI-Powered Super Resolution...

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2025/02/06

Microsoft Teams is introducing Super Resolution (SR), an AI-powered feature designed to enhance video quality, particularly in poor network conditions. Initially announced at Microsoft Ignite 2024, the feature is now available in […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Microsoft Teams Rolls Out AI-Powered Super Resolution for Sharper Video Calls appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Mobile Malware attack used Store apps and OCR to...

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2025/02/06

Malicious applications that are uploaded to Google's Play Store or Apple's App Store continue to be a problem for users worldwide. Google said that it blocked more than 2.3 million risky Android […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Mobile Malware attack used Store apps and OCR to steal cryptocurrency recovery codes appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Google’s Gemini 2.0 is Now Available—Here’s What’s New

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2025/02/06

Google has officially made Gemini 2.0 Flash widely available, expanding access to developers and users across multiple platforms. Initially launched as an experimental model, Gemini 2.0 Flash has been refined to offer […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Google’s Gemini 2.0 is Now Available—Here’s What’s New appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Steam Now Warns Buyers About Abandoned Early Access...

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2025/02/06

Valve has introduced a new warning system on Steam to alert buyers when an early access game appears to be abandoned. This change aims to improve transparency for users who purchase games […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Steam Now Warns Buyers About Abandoned Early Access Games appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Amazon’s New AI-Powered Alexa Could Be Its Biggest...

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2025/02/06

Amazon is preparing to launch a next-generation version of Alexa, powered by advanced AI, in what is set to be its most significant upgrade in a decade. The company has reportedly resolved […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Amazon’s New AI-Powered Alexa Could Be Its Biggest Upgrade Yet appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Microsoft Edge Introduces Long-Awaited Feature for...

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2025/02/06

Microsoft has updated its Edge browser for Android and iOS, allowing users to move the address bar to the bottom of the screen—a feature long requested by former Windows Phone enthusiasts. This […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Microsoft Edge Introduces Long-Awaited Feature for Mobile Users appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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DeepSeek's Claimed $6 Million AI Model Training Under...

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2025/02/06

Recent reports have cast doubt on DeepSeek's assertion that it trained its R1 AI model for just $6 million. An analysis by SemiAnalysis, highlighted by Windows Central, suggests that the Chinese AI […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post DeepSeek's Claimed $6 Million AI Model Training Under Scrutiny Amid Reports of $1.6 Billion Investment appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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ChatGPT on WhatsApp Just Got Smarter: Now Listens,...

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2025/02/05

ChatGPT’s integration with WhatsApp is evolving, bringing new capabilities that make AI interactions more dynamic than ever. OpenAI has announced that the chatbot can now analyze voice messages and images shared through […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post ChatGPT on WhatsApp Just Got Smarter: Now Listens, Sees, and Critiques Memes appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Google Search Is Evolving: AI-Powered Assistant...

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2025/02/05

Google is preparing for a major shift in how users interact with Search, with AI playing a central role in its evolution. During Alphabet’s Q4 2024 earnings call, CEO Sundar Pichai revealed […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Google Search Is Evolving: AI-Powered Assistant Features Coming Soon appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Apple Launches New App to Make Event Planning Easier...

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2025/02/05

Apple has unveiled Apple Invites, a brand-new app designed to help users create and manage invitations for life’s special moments. Available now for iPhone and on the web via iCloud.com, the app […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Apple Launches New App to Make Event Planning Easier Than Ever appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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WinScript: open-source tool to configure and debloat...

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2025/02/05

Plenty of tools exist that give users more control over the Windows operating system. Applications like DoNotSpy11, O&O ShutUp10, or WinAero Tweaker assist users in that task. The latest addition is WinScript, […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post WinScript: open-source tool to configure and debloat Windows appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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California Bill Aims to Protect Kids From AI...

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2025/02/05

A new California bill (SB 243) seeks to introduce safeguards for children interacting with AI chatbots. Proposed by Senator Steve Padilla, the legislation would require AI companies to regularly remind young users […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post California Bill Aims to Protect Kids From AI Chatbots’ Influence appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Big Year for Age of Empires Fans: New Expansions...

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2025/02/05

Microsoft has unveiled exciting plans for the "Age of Empires" franchise in 2025, including major expansions for "Age of Empires IV, Age of Mythology: Retold," and "Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition". […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Big Year for Age of Empires Fans: New Expansions Coming in 2025 appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Microsoft Confirms Build 2025 Dates: Here’s When to...

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2025/02/05

Microsoft has officially announced the dates for its highly anticipated Build 2025 developer conference. This year’s event is set to take place from May 19 to May 22, once again hosted in […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Microsoft Confirms Build 2025 Dates: Here’s When to Tune In appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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RTX 5090 GPUs Are Failing After Latest Driver Update...

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2025/02/04

NVIDIA’s latest RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 graphics cards have had a rough launch, and now, new reports suggest that some RTX 5090 units may be failing after updating to the latest […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post RTX 5090 GPUs Are Failing After Latest Driver Update – What’s Going On? appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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Community developers step in as Google delays fix for...

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2025/02/04

Google Pixel users have recently reported issues with lagging and stuttering in applications, a problem that has been acknowledged by the tech giant but remains unsolved as of yet. While Google has […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader. The post Community developers step in as Google delays fix for Pixel performance issues appeared first on gHacks Technology News.

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