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New Google Contacts UI Update Improves Sharing, Import Experience

Google Contacts is rolling out a Material 3 Expressive refresh for sharing and import screens, adding a review step to prevent oversharing. The post New Google Contacts UI Update Improves Sharing, Import Experience appeared first on TechRepublic.

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TikTok recovers from dip in usage that benefited rival apps following U.S. ownership change

TikTok usage dropped following ownership change, benefiting rival apps. But now, its numbers are climbing again.

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Fitbit founders launch AI platform to help families monitor their health

Luffu uses AI in the background to gather and organize family information, learn day-to-day patterns, and flag notable changes so families can stay aligned and address potential wellbeing issues.

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Musk’s xAI, SpaceX combo is the biggest merger of all time, valued at $1.25 trillion

The record-setting deal will be the largest merger of all time and is valued at $1.25 trillion

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Spain becomes first country in Europe to ban social media for under-16s

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez urges the protection of children from a “digital wild west.”

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PayPal hires HP’s Enrique Lores as its new CEO

PayPal is appointing CFO and COO Jamie Miller as interim CEO until March 1.

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Peak XV says internal disagreement led to partner exits as it doubles down on AI

Peak XV is transitioning board roles and opening a U.S. office while continuing to view India as its largest market.

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The xAI-SpaceX merger, Palantir earnings, China’s frowning horses and more in Morning Squawk

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

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ByteDance Targets Mid-2026 Relaunch for Doubao AI Smartphone

The second-generation Doubao AI smartphone is seeking smoother app access and licensing deals that widen distribution. The post ByteDance Targets Mid-2026 Relaunch for Doubao AI Smartphone appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Disney shares are flat as CEO succession takes the spotlight. Here’s what’s happening

An analyst said the question of who will succeed Bob Iger as CEO has been an ‘overhang’ on Disney’s stock.

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