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Opt out or get scraped: UK’s AI copyright shake-up has Elton John, Dua Lipa fighting back

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Techme101

Celebrity musicians are urging the U.K. to rethink controversial plans to reform copyright laws that allow AI developers access to rights-protected content.

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This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that’s still very unusual

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Techme101

VCs are known to move in herds, which is why Eric Slesinger stands out a bit. While most American investors chase AI startups or U.S.-based defense tech startups, the former CIA officer is hunting for defense tech deals in Europe. … Continue reading →

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Apple reportedly plans to hike prices of upcoming iPhones

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Techme101

Apple is planning to increase the prices of its iPhone lineup set to launch this autumn, though it is trying not to make it seem as if the hikes are connected to the U.S.’ tariffs on imports from China, The … Continue reading →

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U.S.-China breakthrough send tech and chip stocks soaring

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Techme101

Shares in tech firms such as Apple and Amazon rose sharply, while major chip stocks including Nvidia rallied.

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Tech stocks look set to jump as U.S. and China pause reciprocal tariffs

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Techme101

U.S. tech stocks, along with the broader stock markets, seemed ready to start the day with a high, as the United States and China on Monday agreed to temporarily cut reciprocal tariffs for 90 days. Per the deal, reached in … Continue reading →

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Egypt’s Nawy, the largest proptech in Africa, raises $52M to take on MENA

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Techme101

For decades, buying property in Egypt meant navigating a fragmented real estate market, relying on personal networks, dealing with commission-driven brokers, and facing developers more focused on selling than serving customer needs. In 2019, Mostafa El Beltagy co-founded Nawy to … Continue reading →

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23andMe customers notified of bankruptcy and potential claims — deadline to file is July 14

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Techme101

23andMe, the genetic testing giant once valued in the billions, is now navigating Chapter 11 bankruptcy and notifying millions of current and former customers that they may be eligible to file claims as part of the restructuring process. The company … Continue reading →

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Trump fires Copyright Office director after report raises questions about AI training

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Techme101

President Donald Trump has fired Shira Perlmutter, who leads the U.S. Copyright Office. The firing was reported by CBS News and Politico, and seemingly confirmed by a statement from Representative Joe Morelle, the top Democrat on the Committee for House … Continue reading →

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Fitness tracker Whoop faces unhappy customers over upgrade policy

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Techme101

Whoop has backed down, somewhat, from the controversial upgrade plans around its Whoop 5.0 fitness tracker. When the company first announced Whoop 5.0 this week, it said members who wanted the new device could either extend their subscriptions by 12 … Continue reading →

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The Backbone Pro controller makes mobile gaming worth the hassle

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Techme101

The mobile controller company Backbone unveiled its Backbone Pro controller this week, which brings iOS and Android gaming experiences to the next level. A successor to the Backbone One controller, the Pro features full-size joysticks, re-mappable buttons, and Bluetooth compatibility, … Continue reading →

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