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Leaked Scale AI Dashboard Offers New Details Into Projects for Meta, Google, and X.ai
Meta’s AI-powered characters, human reasoning, ‘harmful themes,’ and the Polish elections are categories AI developers are exploring with the help of the industry’s foremost data-labeler.Inc. - 20h -
The U.S. Wants to Break Up Google and Meta. That Could Be Hard.
For the first time since the late 1990s Microsoft case, federal trials are weighing antitrust breakups, a tactic that harks back to Standard Oil.The New York Times - 17h -
Japan's anti-monopoly watchdog accuses Google of violations in smartphones
Japanese regulators have accused U.S. tech giant Google of violating anti-monopoly laws, echoing similar moves in the U.S. and EuropeABC News - 21h -
U.S. Prepares to Challenge Meta’s Social Media Dominance
On Monday, Meta will face off against the federal government in a landmark antitrust trial over claims that it illegally quashed competition by buying Instagram and WhatsApp.The New York Times - 1d -
How Do the iPhone 16E and Google Pixel 9A Compare to More Expensive Models?
With tariffs threatening to drive up the costs of most things, the new entry-level phones from Apple and Google present a timely opportunity to save some bucks.The New York Times - 5d -
Apple, Google, Cash App alums ditch Big Tech to build on bitcoin, fueled by VC money and friendly White House
In Austin, Apple, Google, and Cash App alums ditch big paychecks for bitcoin, backed by VCs, crypto friendly policy and belief that this time, it is different.CNBC - 3d -
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Took the Stand in Historic Antitrust Trial
Here’s what happened on the first day of the trial. At issue is Meta’s ownership of Instagram and WhatsApp.Inc. - 19h -
Meta vs. the FTC: The blockbuster antitrust trial kicks off
Meta will face off against the U.S. Federal Trade Commission Monday in an antitrust trial that could result in the company divesting Instagram and WhatsApp.CNBC - 4d -
Meta’s Antitrust Trial to Put Mark Zuckerberg, Serial Witness, to the Test Again
Meta’s chief has grown accustomed to tough questioning in courts and hearings, but an antitrust trial that started Monday could be more grueling, experts said.The New York Times - 1d -
Meta faces antitrust trial that could force it to break off Instagram, WhatsApp
Meta Platforms Inc. faces a historic antitrust trial Monday that could force the tech giant to break off Instagram and WhatsApp, startups it bought more than a decade ago that have since grown into ...ABC News - 2d -
Meta says it will resume AI training with public content from European users
Social media company Meta says that it will start using publicly available content from European users to train its artificial intelligence models, resuming work put on hold last year after privacy ...ABC News - 1d -
Meta’s Antitrust Trial Begins as FTC Argues Company Built Social Media Monopoly
Mr. Zuckerberg went to court on Monday in a trial focused on his social media company’s acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The case could reshape Meta’s business.The New York Times - 1d -
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg considered spinning off Instagram from Facebook in 2018: FTC trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg considered spinning out Instagram in 2018, according to an email presented Tuesday in the FTC's antitrust trial against the company.CNBC - 15h -
Meta could get broken up in an antitrust case. Why that may be good for its stock.
While Meta might prefer to keep its empire intact, spinoffs of its major businesses could unlock shareholder value in a number of ways.MarketWatch - 15h -
Google Pixel 9a Review: Still the Best Smartphone
It might not look like a classic Pixel phone anymore, but this Android is still the best smartphone bargain.Wired - 5d -
Meta adds former Trump advisor to its board
Dina Powell McCormick's husband is a Republican senator who received Trump's endorsement, and she served in Trump's first administration.CNBC - 4d -
OpenAI’s New GPT 4.1 Models Excel at Coding
GPT 4.1, GPT 4.1 Mini, and GPT 4.1 Nano are all available now—and will help OpenAI compete with Google and Anthropic.Wired - 1d -
10 Best Sunglasses of 2025: Meta Ray-Ban, Oakleys, and More
These are the top shades for avoiding sun damage and small talk.Wired - 4d -
A critical week for Meta and a key test for the new FTC chair
Plus, ECB expected to cut interest rates and milestone dates for McDonald’sFinancial Times - 2d -
FTC v. Meta Trial: The Future of Instagram and WhatsApp Is at Stake
The blockbuster antitrust case begins Monday. Its outcome could impact how Big Tech companies grow—but the government has a long way to go to prove its case.Wired - 2d -
Could Zuckerberg Be Forced To Sell Instagram?
A landmark legal case begins against social media giant Meta.BBC News - 1d -
The Best Google Pixel Phones of 2025, Tested and Reviewed: Which Model to Buy, Cases and Accessories, Feature Drops
Here’s a guide to all the models—plus Pixel case recommendations and smart software tricks to try.Wired - 4d -
Anthropic’s Claude AI Is Coming to Your Google Account to Help You Get Stuff Done
The integration should make Claude even more effective as a virtual assistant. Plus, there’s a new ‘Research’ mode.Inc. - 17h -
Landmark antitrust trial could force Zuckerberg to sell Instagram
The case against Facebook owner Meta alleges the company bought Instagram and WhatsApp to wipe out competition.BBC News - 2d -
FirstFT: Global markets rise after Trump’s temporary tariff exemption for smartphones
Also in today’s newsletter, Meta and FTC in antitrust trial and Theresa May’s Lunch with the FTFinancial Times - 2d -
OpenAI considering its own social network to compete with Elon Musk's X
OpenAI is considering building a social network to compete with Elon Musk's X and Meta's Instagram, a source familiar with the plans confirmed to CNBC.CNBC - 17h -
At Trial, Mark Zuckerberg Avoids Explaining Takeovers of Instagram and WhatsApp
The Meta chief executive, testifying in a landmark antitrust trial, denied he was trying to snuff out competitors.The New York Times - 15h -
What to Know About Trump’s Antitrust Efforts Against Tech Giants
The Trump administration will take Meta to court this week, continuing an aggressive effort to rein in the power of the biggest tech companies. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - 3d -
What If Mark Zuckerberg Had Not Bought Instagram and WhatsApp?
Meta’s antitrust trial, in which the government contends the company killed competition by buying young rivals, hinges on unknowable alternate versions of Silicon Valley history.The New York Times - 20h -
FTC grills Zuckerberg over emails from Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitions
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) grilled Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Tuesday over dozens of emails and messages he exchanged with other executives in the lead up to the social media giant’s ...The Hill - 15h