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While you’re relaxing on the beach, on a hike, or still in the office (to each their own, right?) we’re still here. And once again, we’re bringing the most worthy news from the Tech world, which is apparently in debate on whether it’s good or bad to train AI on your users’ data.

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5 Ways Generative AI is Enhancing the Travel Experience

Hey, while we’re on the subject of vacationing and traveling, did you really think AI isn’t in our trip itinerary already? Here's how this technology is making travel smarter, more convenient, and incredibly engaging. Or is it, though?

YouTube Fights AI-Generated Content that Simulates Your Face or Voice

Do you care about your persona? Well, you definitely should. YouTube also quietly rolled out a policy change in June that allows people to request the takedown of AI-generated or other synthetic content that simulates their face or voice. Is Google actually doing something user-friendly?

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💡 Insights

Terms of Service Change to Make Way for A.I. Training

What happened: Recently, companies like Google, Meta, and Snap have updated their privacy policies to include clauses that allow them to use public data for AI training.

Why it's important: This is part of a broader trend where companies are eager to gather more data to stay competitive in the AI race, while users grow increasingly concerned about privacy and the use of their personal content.

What is the prospect: Users will likely demand greater transparency and control over their data. It’s also probable that companies will develop clearer, more user-friendly policies to avoid backlash.

Is a ChatGPT Plus Subscription Still Worth it?

What happened: The recent introduction of GPT-4o has made it tougher to decide if the ChatGPT Plus subscription is still worth it. GPT-4o brings many features that were once exclusive to paid subscribers to free users.

Why it's important: This shift means both groups can now access advanced functionalities like the GPT Store, Memory feature, web browsing, and data analysis. However, there are still scenarios where ChatGPT Plus holds its ground as the better option.

What is the prospect: As GPT-4o evolves, keep an eye on updates that might affect your decision to subscribe. For now, evaluate your usage patterns and decide if the added benefits of Plus align with your needs.

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👁️‍🗨️ User Experience

Apple is Joining OpenAI’s Board

The head of the App Store will get a non-voting seat on OpenAI’s nonprofit board, according to Bloomberg. Apple seems to be touching the water with both Google and OpenAI. As you remember, big companies always win.

Gemini’s Data-Analyzing Abilities aren’t as Good as Google Claims

Well, it’s another bummer from the Alphabet team. In demos, Google has repeatedly claimed that the models can accomplish previously impossible tasks thanks to their “long context”. But new research suggests that the models aren’t, in fact, good at those things. Investigate further.

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Figma AI

By the way, have you heard — another big firm added AI to their platform. While the most surprising here is the time it took them to roll this one out, it definitely worth checking out. One of the reasons being the copyright controversy, yes already!

Suno is on App Store

That one app, where you could make Baby Shark in the style of 90s gangsta rap, is finally getting a release on the App Store. Do you think you still have a chance to create THE song of the summer? Can’t wait to hear it!

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