Google is adding AI to search engines: Here's how it will work
People in the U.S. can join a waitlist to test how Google will incorporate AI into its search engine.
Spotify removes AI-generated songs from platform
Spotify says it has removed AI-generated music made by Boomy, which helps users create songs with artificial intelligence and post them on music streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify.
'Dumb phones' on the rise in US as young people look to unplug
Nokia phone maker HMD Global said the market share of flip phones “globally doubled" during 2022 compared to 2021 and is expected to continue growing in 2023.
Musk says inactive Twitter accounts getting purged
Elon Musk, who has helmed Twitter since his takeover of the social media company in late October, said the purge will affect accounts "that have had no activity at all for several years." He announced the move Monday.
Dallas ransomware attack continues to affect city services 6 days later
For the first time since the attack, the city's information technology director spoke publicly on Monday — sort of. Information Technology Director Bill Zielinski briefed Dallas City Council members publicly for the first time since the ransomware attack, but he continued to decline our request for an interview about the massive breach.
Congress considers new rules for tech regulation of social media
Tech regulation is gathering momentum on Capitol Hill as concerns rise about China’s ownership of TikTok, and parents are more worried about what their kids are viewing online.
Google launches no-password log in feature
The passkey feature gives users a new option over a password or two-step verification.
Dallas Animal Services crippled by city ransomware attack
Due to technical issues caused by the attack, Dallas Animal Services is urging the public to not surrender any animals right now unless it is an emergency. The assistant director says they need time to get a new paper system up and running.
AI life hacks: How travelers are using ChatGPT to plan trips on a budget
A TikToker mapped out a two-week trip to Europe with the generative AI tool, but others urge caution.
AI-powered cruise control can stop 'phantom traffic jams' before they start
Software predicts the perfect speed to keep from having to stop.
City of Dallas attacked by ransomware gang 'Royal', city services still affected
The Dallas Public Library, Dallas Water Utilities, courts and more have been affected by the cyberattack.
Fed-up parents in Senate push for ban of social media for kids
A group of senators is considering legislation banning social media for children under 13 years old amid growing concerns from parents about the negative impact of social media on children's mental health and well-being.
Facebook failed to protect privacy of children using Messenger Kids app, FTC says
The Federal Trade Commission says Facebook misrepresented the access it provided to app developers to private user data.
City of Dallas impacted by ransomware attack, police computer dispatch system down
The city released a statement on Wednesday afternoon confirming that a number of servers have been compromised with ransomware, impacting “several functional areas."
Some 14 million jobs won't exist globally in 5 years, report says
Here are the jobs that will be most impacted in the years ahead, according to the new report by the World Economic Forum.
All-girls robotics team from Dallas ISD elementary school to compete in world's largest robotics competition
The Casa View Elementary "Ladybots" Robotics Team will compete in the Vex Robotics World Championships at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center next week.
Jada Pinkett Smith says 'Red Table Talk' is looking for 'new home' after Facebook Watch cancellation
A Meta spokesperson said it will be refocusing on original content in virtual reality.
People spent 24% more time on Instagram after launch of AI-powered Reels, Zuckerberg says
People are spending even more time on Instagram due to short-form video content they’re seeing in their feed through AI recommendations, according to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
Senators look to ban kids under 13 from social media in bipartisan bill
The legislation would also reportedly set restrictions for how tech companies use algorithms on social media to serve minors. Here's what to know.
Texas kids would need parental consent to create social media accounts under House bill
The Texas House is expected to give final approval to a bill requiring social media platforms like Facebook to first check with parents before their minor children can open an account.