In a rapidly changing world, personal safety has become a top priority for individuals across the globe. With advancements in technology, safety apps have emerged as an effective tool to ensure personal protection. In 2024, there are several tested safety apps that have gained popularity due to their ability to provide real-time assistance and support… Continue reading 6 Tested Safety Apps for Personal Protection (2024)
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OpenAI’s Advanced Voice mode is unavailable in the EU, and now we might know why
OpenAI, the cutting-edge artificial intelligence company, made waves with the release of its advanced text-to-speech technology, which could generate human-like speech with stunning accuracy. However, users in the European Union were left disappointed as they discovered that the much-anticipated “Advanced Voice” mode was unavailable to them. Now, it seems that clarity has emerged, shedding light… Continue reading OpenAI’s Advanced Voice mode is unavailable in the EU, and now we might know why
IP for startups: When (not) to patent your inventions
In today’s fast-paced world, startups have to consider Intellectual Property (IP) right from the minute they start creating their products and services. Even before commercializing their inventions, the protection of the underlying IP can be critical for success. An important decision to be made is when and whether to patent. Before deciding on a patents… Continue reading IP for startups: When (not) to patent your inventions
Etsy sellers say a fraud protection program is destabilizing their businesses
In recent years, Etsy has become a household name as a vibrant marketplace for artisans and small business owners to sell their handmade items. The platform offered these entrepreneurs the ability to reach a wide audience and gave them a greater sense of autonomy than traditional retail stores. However, a new fraud protection system implemented… Continue reading Etsy sellers say a fraud protection program is destabilizing their businesses
Meta firms fined in Australia over ‘Onavo Protect’ consumer protection breach
In a landmark case, a court in Australia has fined several meta-firms over consumer protection breaches related to their ‘Onavo Protect’ app. The Court of Federal Circuit of Australia found that the firms had breached Australia’s consumer protection laws by using ‘Onavo Protect’, an app developed and offered to consumers, to collect extraneous and personal… Continue reading Meta firms fined in Australia over ‘Onavo Protect’ consumer protection breach
Facebook’s behavioral ads lacked legal basis, Dutch court rules
A Dutch court has recently ruled that Facebook’s behavioral advertising was not legitimate under the country’s data protection laws. The court concluded that Facebook had violated its users’ privacy rights for nearly a decade by collecting and processing personal data for the purpose of targeting ads. The case, known as the “FB v. Privacy Commissioner”… Continue reading Facebook’s behavioral ads lacked legal basis, Dutch court rules
AI-generated comic artwork loses US Copyright protection
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become ever more prevalent in recent years. As the technology has become more advanced, the possibilities for using AI in the arts and entertainment industry have grown. Recently, the US Copyright Office has issued a decision regarding AI-generated comic artwork, ruling that such art does not qualify for US copyright protection.… Continue reading AI-generated comic artwork loses US Copyright protection
24 Republican-Led States Sue the EPA to Overturn a Water Protection Rule
On Tuesday, August 11, 2020, a group of 24 Republican-led states and industries sued the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Trump administration in an effort to overturn a water protection rule. The Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule was finalized in 2015 under the Obama administration and regulates pollutant discharges into U.S. waterways.… Continue reading 24 Republican-Led States Sue the EPA to Overturn a Water Protection Rule