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Audible’s new ‘Read & Listen’ feature syncs your Kindle e-books with audiobooks Audible, an Amazon subsidiary that specializes in audiobooks, has announced a new feature called ‘Read & Listen.’ This innovative service synchronizes Kindle e-books with their corresponding audiobooks. Customers who purchase both versions of a title will benefit from a discounted price. Why this … Read more

Google debuts $499 Pixel 10a Google has introduced its latest mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 10a, priced at $499. It is now available for preorder and will start shipping on March 5th. The device comes in four colors: Lavender, Berry, Fog, and Obsidian. Why this matters: The Pixel 10a’s debut marks Google’s continued commitment to the … Read more

World Labs lands $1B, with $200M from Autodesk, to bring world models into 3D workflows World Labs, a company specializing in creating world models for 3D workflows, has secured a significant investment of $1 billion, with Autodesk contributing $200 million. The partnership aims to integrate World Labs’ models into Autodesk’s tools, starting with applications in … Read more

Data breach at fintech giant Figure affects close to a million customers A significant data breach at fintech company Figure has compromised the personal information of nearly a million customers. The stolen data includes names, dates of birth, physical addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, raising concerns about customer privacy and data security within the … Read more

Mastodon, a decentralized alternative to X, plans to target creators with new features Mastodon, a decentralized social network, intends to expand its user base by introducing new features tailored for creators. The platform, which serves as an alternative to centralized networks, aims to provide a more independent and secure space for content creation. This development … Read more

Amazon halts Blue Jay robotics project after less than 6 months Amazon has recently announced the discontinuation of its Blue Jay robotics project, which was launched less than six months ago. The decision comes as a result of Amazon shifting resources away from this particular project and reassigning the team members to other initiatives within the … Read more

SeatGeek and Spotify team up to offer concert ticket sales inside the music platform SeatGeek, a popular ticket sales platform, has partnered with Spotify to integrate concert ticket sales directly within the music streaming service. This move aims to capitalize on Spotify’s large user base by making it easier for listeners to purchase tickets for … Read more

A startup called Germ becomes the first private messenger that launches directly from Bluesky’s app The article discusses the integration of a third-party encrypted messaging service called Germ into Bluesky’s social network app. This makes Germ the first private messenger to launch directly from Bluesky, offering end-to-end encryption for user messages. This move matters significantly … Read more

Is your startup’s check engine light on? Google Cloud’s VP explains what to do This article discusses the challenges faced by startup founders in leveraging AI while managing tight funding, rising infrastructure costs, and pressure to show early traction. Google Cloud’s Vice President shares insights on navigating these issues and avoiding unintended consequences of early … Read more

Hacking conference Def Con bans three people linked to Epstein The Def Con hacking conference, a well-known event attracting cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts, has barred three individuals—Pablos Holman, Vincenzo Iozzo, and Joichi Ito—from attending this year’s event due to their reported connections with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. These bans come in response … Read more