The Download: unraveling a death threat mystery, and AI voice recreation for musicians
Cybersecurity researcher Allison Nixon fights back after hackers make death threats. An ALS musician uses AI to sing again. Plus, a roundup of other tech news.
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Cybersecurity researcher Allison Nixon fights back after hackers make death threats. An ALS musician uses AI to sing again. Plus, a roundup of other tech news.
Remote work accelerated AI-powered audio innovation (Shure, Zoom) for clearer, effortless communication. Technologies like noise suppression & smart summaries enhance productivity and connection.
This newsletter covers vehicle transport fraud, AI's role in finding antibiotics and driving Mars rovers, tech policy debates, and climate change's impact on Arctic rivers and human bodies.
Samsung unveils S26 Feb 25 (AI focus, minor upgrades). Fitbit AI coach now on iOS. iOS 26.3 eases Android switching. Android 17 beta delayed. YouTube app available on Apple Vision Pro.
Iran blocks internet amid protests. Crypto funds human trafficking. US immigration uses facial recognition; courts strained. Ring/Meta push face tech despite backlash. Russia blocks WhatsApp.
Tech companies claim AI will cut global emissions, but research shows these claims are based on flimsy evidence, while AI development significantly increases their own emissions.
Kana, a new AI marketing startup by seasoned founders, raised $15M. It offers flexible AI agents for campaign management and synthetic data, aiming to deliver tailored solutions faster.
Founders are pushed to move faster with AI, facing tight funding, rising costs, and pressure for early traction. While AI tools make starting easier, early infrastructure choices can lead to future problems.
OpenAI partnered with Pine Labs to integrate AI into its payment stack, automating settlement and invoicing. This aims to accelerate AI-led commerce in India and expand OpenAI's presence.
European firms adopting AI boost productivity by 4% without job losses, but benefits favor larger firms. Crucially, complementary investments in training and software amplify these gains.