Here are today’s top technology news updates:
- Apple Fined in France – France’s antitrust authority has fined Apple €150 million ($162 million) over its App Tracking Transparency feature. The fine comes as regulators argue that the feature, which limits how apps track users, has unfairly harmed competition .
- Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories Announced – The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on June 5, will have a new Piranha Plant-themed USB-C camera accessory. It will cost around $44 and can be attached directly to the console.
- Google’s AI NotebookLM Gets Smarter – Google’s NotebookLM can now find its own sources when summarizing or researching topics. This enhancement makes the AI-powered tool more useful for research and fact-checking.
- Amazon to Challenge Starlink – Amazon is gearing up to launch a satellite-based internet service to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink. Details on pricing and availability are expected soon.
- Elon Musk Sells X to His Own AI Company – Musk has sold social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to his AI startup xAI for $33 billion in an all-stock deal. The move signals a deeper integration of AI into social media.
- AI Helping Earthquake Response in Myanmar – AI-powered satellite imaging is being used to assist disaster relief efforts after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar. This technology is helping to assess damage and locate survivors.
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