Here's what's making news today in tech — picked from the 10 sources I trust, translated for normal humans.
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Amazon is trying to crush class action suits before they get started
Amazon quietly updated its terms of service, and customers got an email about it. The change means that if you have a dispute with Amazon, you now give up your right to join a class action lawsuit and must go through private arbitration instead. For Portage County: If you shop on Amazon, read that email carefully, because agreeing to keep using the site means you accept these new terms.
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OpenAI reportedly disbanded its preparedness team as part of a 'streamlining' process
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, quietly shut down its internal team that was watching for serious safety risks in its AI systems. The team was eliminated as part of a company reorganization described as streamlining. For Portage County: This is worth knowing because it raises questions about who is watching for problems with AI tools many of us are starting to use every day.
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Job Listing Suggests Apple Fitness+ Could Get Live Content
Apple posted a job listing for a Studio Producer at its Fitness+ service, specifically asking for someone with live production experience. This suggests Apple may be planning to add live workout classes to Fitness+, which currently only offers pre-recorded videos. For Portage County: If you or a family member uses Apple Fitness+ on an iPhone or iPad, live classes could be coming, so keep an eye on the app for announcements.
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There’s a New Link Between Gut Health and Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers found that a substance made by gut bacteria can weaken the protective barrier around the brain and may contribute to changes linked to Alzheimer's disease. The study adds to growing evidence that what happens in your digestive system can affect your brain health. For Portage County: You don't need to do anything today, but this is a good reminder that eating well and talking to your doctor about gut health may matter more than we once thought.
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Another woman joins lawsuit accusing Grok of generating CSAM
A fourth woman has joined a lawsuit against xAI, the company that makes the Grok AI chatbot, alleging that Grok was used to create illegal images of children based on her childhood photos. The lawsuit raises serious concerns about how some AI tools can be misused to harm real people. For Portage County: This is a reminder to be cautious about sharing old family photos publicly online, since images can be misused in ways that were not possible just a few years ago.
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Turn on these settings to protect your Android phone from theft
Google has added theft-detection features to Android phones that can help protect your information if your phone is lost or stolen. Turning on these settings means your phone can automatically lock itself if it senses it has been snatched. For Portage County: Go to your Android phone's Settings, search for Theft Protection, and make sure it is turned on, it takes about two minutes and could save you a lot of trouble.
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I reclaimed 11 GB on my Windows PC without deleting a single file
Windows quietly stores old recovery history files that can eat up several gigabytes of space on your computer over time. Cleaning them out does not delete any of your personal files, but it can free up meaningful storage. For Portage County: If your Windows PC feels slow or keeps saying it is running low on space, call Bill, because this is a quick cleanup he can walk you through in just a few minutes.
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