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Stripe will increase Instant Payouts' fees by 50% in the US from June 1, 2024 Starting from June 1, 2024, Stripe will increase the fee for Instant Payouts within the US from 1% to 1.5% per payout. Users can avoid the increased fee by using the standard payout schedule, which takes approximately two business days. The new fee adjustment will apply to all Stripe direct accounts and standard connected accounts automatically. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

Zoom adds post-quantum end-to-end encryption to video meetings Zoom has globally introduced post-quantum end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for its Meetings platform, with Zoom Phone and Zoom Rooms to follow soon. This enhancement uses the Kyber768 quantum-resistant encryption, ensuring data remains secure against future quantum computer threats. When E2EE is enabled, only meeting participants have access to the encryption keys, making data indecipherable to Zoom’s servers. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

Bereft #ChatGPT fans start petition to bring back controversial 'Sky' chatbot voice OpenAI has paused the use of ChatGPT's 'Sky' voice after Scarlett Johansson expressed outrage over its resemblance to her own voice, despite her twice declining to license her voice. OpenAI stated that Sky’s voice is from a different actress, but legal pressure from Johansson has led to its suspension. Fans of the voice, appreciating its realism and warmth, are unhappy and have started a petition to bring it back. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

#Apple Challenges $2 Billion EU Antitrust Fine Over Spotify Complaint Apple is challenging a $1.95 billion fine imposed by the European Commission for allegedly thwarting competition in the music-streaming market, particularly against rivals like Spotify. The Commission fined Apple for prohibiting music apps from informing users about cheaper subscription options outside the App Store and required Apple to allow such information in the European Economic Area. Apple has updated its App Store rules accordingly but is now appealing the decision in the EU's General Court. Apple argues there was no evidence of consumer harm or anti-competitive behavior and claims similar cases over the past eight years have found no wrongdoing. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

Adobe is bringing generative #AI functionality to Lightroom for the first time - Adobe has announced that generative AI functionality is coming to its Lightroom editing app. - The most noteworthy feature is Generative Remove, enabling improved background or object erasing. - The company is also making its Lens Blur feature widely available. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

Statement from Scarlett Johansson on the #OpenAI situation Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

#Windows 11 Recall #AI feature will record everything you do on your PC Microsoft has introduced "Recall," an AI-powered feature for Windows 11 that records user activities and allows searching through historical actions using natural language. It provides an organized timeline of all content viewed or done on the PC. Recall requires a Copilot+ PC with specific hardware: a 40 TOPs NPU, Snapdragon X chip, 16GB RAM, and 256GB storage. The feature supports English, Chinese (simplified), French, German, Japanese, and Spanish. Data is stored locally on the device, with user control over what is captured and the ability to delete or pause snapshots. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

#Microsoft Is Bringing Copilot #AI To Video Games Microsoft plans to integrate its AI tool, Copilot, into games like Minecraft, allowing players to use AI for in-game assistance, such as checking inventory for crafting materials. This feature aims to provide real-time guidance and tutorials, potentially reducing the need for external walkthroughs. The specific release date and additional games utilizing this feature are yet to be announced. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

Android 15’s satellite messaging appears for some T-Mobile users Android 15 will introduce satellite messaging, initially available to T-Mobile users. This feature, appearing in the latest Android 15 beta, allows text messaging via satellite for eligible T-Mobile plans, likely including the Magenta plan. The satellite messaging settings can be accessed under Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs > T-Mobile. Initially, it will be available for Google Pixel devices. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs

All the #Copilot Plus PCs announced at Microsoft’s Surface event 1. Acer Swift 14 AI: With Snapdragon X Elite or X Plus processors, up to 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. 2. Asus Vivobook S 15: With Snapdragon X Elite or X Plus processors, up to 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. 3. Dell XPS, Inspiron, and Latitude: Various configurations with Snapdragon X Elite or X Plus, up to 64GB RAM, and 2TB SSD. 4. HP OmniBook and EliteBook Ultra: Both with Snapdragon X Elite processors, OmniBook up to 32GB RAM, EliteBook up to 16GB RAM. 5. Lenovo Yoga Slim and ThinkPad: Both with Snapdragon X Elite processors, Yoga Slim up to 32GB RAM, ThinkPad up to 64GB RAM. 6. Microsoft Surface Pro and Surface Laptop 6: Both with Snapdragon X Elite or X Plus, up to 64GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. 7. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge: With Snapdragon X Elite processors, AMOLED touchscreens, and 16GB RAM. These devices are available for preorder and will ship starting June 18th. Source | @InternationalInsider @HubCollabs