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YouTube makes it difficult to use Ad blockers, third party apps as content creators lose revenue
16Apr By adminNo Comments
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YouTube makes it difficult to use Ad blockers, third party apps as content creators lose revenue

[ad_1] YouTube is doubling down on its efforts to curb the use of ad blockers, expanding its crackdown to include third-party applications on mobile devices. In a recent update, the platform warned users that accessing videos via these ad-blocking apps might result in performance issues or error messages, specifically stating, “The following content is not available on this app.”YouTube's Previous Efforts to Combat Ad BlockersThis move comes as no surprise, given YouTube's previous global initiatives to encourage viewers to either disable ad blockers or transition to its ad-free subscription service, YouTube Premium. The platform had already started disabling video playback for users detected with active ad blocking extensions. Also read: Spotify may launch Music Pro subscription: What ...
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YouTube Music launches desktop downloads, enhances offline listening experience for web users
30Mar By adminNo Comments
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YouTube Music launches desktop downloads, enhances offline listening experience for web users

[ad_1]  In a move aimed at enhancing user convenience, YouTube Music, Google's popular music streaming service, has launched offline music downloads for its desktop website. This development aligns the web experience with the functionality available on its mobile application, enabling users to store their favourite songs and playlists for offline listening.Following a period of testing, the feature saw a wider release on March 29th. Although not universally accessible yet, some users have reported encountering a notification prompting them to explore the new capability alongside their Library tab, according to a 9to5Google report.  Also read: OpenAI unveils ‘Voice Engine': Mimics human speech with just 15 second audio samples Simple Saving ProcessThe process of saving music for offline ...
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Elon Musk’s X to Launch YouTube Clone for Amazon and Samsung Smart TVs: Fortune
10Mar By adminNo Comments
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Elon Musk’s X to Launch YouTube Clone for Amazon and Samsung Smart TVs: Fortune

[ad_1] Elon Musk's X plans to launch a television app for Amazon and Samsung smart televisions next week, Fortune reported, citing an unidentified person working at the social media company.Musk aims to encourage users to watch long videos on a bigger screen and he is set on competing with YouTube, the person said. The new app looks “identical” to YouTube's television app, the person added. Live-streaming platform Twitch, the encrypted messaging app Signal, and the social media forum Reddit are among some of the other services that Musk aims to compete with, according to Fortune. X Hopes to Lure Creators, Take On YouTube With New Ad TargetingElon Musk's X is adding new advertiser targeting features to better entice video creators and compete against YouTube.X, the social network formerl...
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S. Ramaswamy, Sundar Pichai to Satya Nadella, here are top 10 Indian-origin CEOs heading global companies
29Feb By adminNo Comments
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S. Ramaswamy, Sundar Pichai to Satya Nadella, here are top 10 Indian-origin CEOs heading global companies

[ad_1] Over the years, multinational companies have been appointing top talented execs from India in the highest roles and positions. In sectors, from tech to healthcare, we have seen Indian-origin leaders handling crucial operations in global companies. Today, American cloud computing company Snowflake has appointed Sridhar Ramaswamy as the new CEO. Check out the list of the top 10 Indian-origin CEOs of global companies that aspiring entrepreneurs can emulate. Top 10 Indian-origin CEOsSridhar Ramaswamy: S. Ramaswamy has been announced as the CEO of cloud computing company Snowflake. He is originally from Tamil Nadu, India and pursued a bachelor's degree in computer science from IIT Madras. He completed his further studies in computer science at Brown University. Earlier he worked for G...
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Surprise! YouTube integrates TikTok-like live video previews into Shorts feed
8Feb By adminNo Comments
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Surprise! YouTube integrates TikTok-like live video previews into Shorts feed

[ad_1] YouTube has implemented a new feature that integrates live videos into the Shorts feed. Now, as users browse through YouTube Shorts, they may encounter previews of ongoing live broadcasts, offering them the option to seamlessly join the stream by tapping on the "Watch Live" button. This functionality mirrors the experience on TikTok, where users can effortlessly navigate through a feed of live, mobile-optimised content.Enhanced Discoverability for Live StreamsThe inclusion of live video previews within the Shorts feed expands the discovery options for users, providing them with easy access to live broadcasts while engaging with short-form content. While creators have long had the ability to livestream in vertical format, this enhancement aims to enhance discoverability by showcas...
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Google Bard likely to be renamed Gemini! AI model may power other Google apps too
5Feb By adminNo Comments
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Google Bard likely to be renamed Gemini! AI model may power other Google apps too

[ad_1] Google last year launched its new multimodal AI model called Gemini. The Pro Gemini model is now powering Google Bard which makes the AI tool more advanced. Bard has been reported to be one of the fastest-growing AI models and now it may get a dedicated Android app along with a rebrand. Yes, you read it right! Google Bard may be renamed Gemini in the coming months and we may see more of its features in apps such as Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, and others. Check out in detail how Google's generative AI chatbot will be transitioned to Gemini.Google Bard's upcoming upgrades and changesAccording to X's post by Android app developer Dylan Roussel, various changes are coming to Google's AI chatbot Bard, starting with its newly rebranded name “Gemini”. This new name gives more meaning t...
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Deepfake Video Call Scams Global Firm out of $26 Million; Used YouTube Videos: SCMP
5Feb By adminNo Comments
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Deepfake Video Call Scams Global Firm out of $26 Million; Used YouTube Videos: SCMP

[ad_1] Scammers tricked a multinational firm out of some $26 million by impersonating senior executives using deepfake technology, Hong Kong police said Sunday, in one of the first cases of its kind in the city.Law enforcement agencies are scrambling to keep up with generative artificial intelligence, which experts say holds potential for disinformation and misuse -- such as deepfake images showing people mouthing things they never said. A company employee in the Chinese finance hub received "video conference calls from someone posing as senior officers of the company requesting to transfer money to designated bank accounts", police told AFP. Police received a report of the incident on January 29, at which point some HK$200 million ($26 million) had already been lost via 15 transfers."I...
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Even as YouTube continues to dominate, TikTok surges as fastest-growing social platform: Pew
1Feb By adminNo Comments
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Even as YouTube continues to dominate, TikTok surges as fastest-growing social platform: Pew

[ad_1] The Pew Research Center's recent survey on US adult social media usage, conducted between May 19 and September 5, 2023, highlights the evolving landscape of digital platforms. While YouTube and Facebook maintain their dominance, TikTok has emerged as the fastest-growing social platform, garnering usage from over a third of surveyed adults.YouTube maintains a substantial lead as the most utilised platform, with 83 percent of respondents indicating its usage, according to the survey. Facebook follows closely behind, with 68 percent of users reporting engagement. Notably, these two platforms are the only ones achieving majority usage across all age demographics. Nevertheless, age-based differentials persist, particularly evident among YouTube users. For instance, 93 percent of indiv...
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: US intelligence eyes safe AI, YouTube hits back at AI celeb scam ads, more
26Jan By adminNo Comments
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: US intelligence eyes safe AI, YouTube hits back at AI celeb scam ads, more

[ad_1] US Intelligence pursues the goal of safe AI amid China tech competition; YouTube takes down 1,000 plus AI-generated celebrity scam ads amid deepfake concerns; Indian Publishers push for copyright protection amid rising AI concerns; Shahid Kapoor talks AI's future impact while promoting sci-fi love story- this and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look. 1. US Intelligence pursues safe AI edge amid China tech competitionUS intelligence agencies are turning to AI for an edge against global rivals like China, but face the challenge of ensuring its safe use. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence is collaborating with companies and colleges to tap into AI's potential, particularly large-language models. The goal is to use AI tools without compromising national secu...
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YouTube makes finding emergency how-to videos more accessible
12Jan By adminNo Comments
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YouTube makes finding emergency how-to videos more accessible

[ad_1] YouTube is revolutionising its platform to combat medical misinformation and help users access crucial first-aid information swiftly. Renowned for its diverse content, YouTube has now partnered with authoritative health organisations to prioritise easily accessible, credible instructional how-to videos for handling emergencies.In its latest update, YouTube has introduced first-aid information shelves pinned at the top of search results. These shelves include step-by-step videos from accredited sources covering essential topics like CPR, choking, bleeding, heart attack, stroke, seizure, and opioid overdose. The collaboration with Mass General Brigham and the Mexican Red Cross brings this initiative to the US in both English and Spanish. We are now on WhatsApp. Click to join. YouTu...
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