In the tech world, the competition between big players like Apple and Facebook (now Meta) is never-ending. Mark Zuckerberg recently stated that the Quest 3 is a superior product compared to Apple’s Vision Pro, sparking more debate among consumers and industry experts.
In other news, Apple is facing a hefty fine of over $500 million under EU antitrust laws, adding to the tech giant’s ongoing legal battles. Meanwhile, a French village made headlines by voting to ban scrolling on smartphones in public spaces, aiming to combat the “invasion” of smartphone usage.
Twitter enthusiasts will soon have two new books to look forward to, shedding light on the social media platform’s history and impact. Additionally, Bluesky, a decentralized social networking initiative backed by Twitter, is now open to the public, offering new possibilities in the digital landscape.
On the legislative front, the Kids Online Safety Act has garnered enough support to pass the Senate, aiming to enhance children’s safety in the online world. However, controversy surrounds a leaked report on Russian threats, with sources alleging a sinister motive behind its release.
In the realm of technology, Intel is under fire for allegedly inflating CPU benchmark results, while Amazon argues against the constitutionality of the National Labor Relations Board. Apple and Microsoft are navigating the EU’s crackdown on big tech, while FCC commissioner voices concerns over the Beeper Mini shutdown.
Amidst all the tech news, Sarah Silverman’s copyright infringement suit against OpenAI progresses, and Yuga Labs, the creator of Bored Apes, acquires Proof and takes over the Moonbirds NFT brand. For more insights on the latest tech developments, tune in to This Week in Tech with host Leo Laporte and guests Amanda Silberling, Abrar Al-Heeti, and Shoshana Weissmann.
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