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Texas AG sues Netflix, claiming the streaming service collects user data without consent

The case particularly focuses on children’s accounts.

iOS end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging begins rolling today in beta

Look for the new lock icon in your Android chats.

Google announces its first-ever discovery of a zero-day exploit made with AI

The Google Threat Intelligence Group said its proactive measures stopped a “mass exploitation event.”

OpenADR and Matter are collaborating to let your smart home talk to the grid

This should make it easier to connect appliances to demand response programs.

Venmo’s redesigned app offers more discreet payments by default

New users will automatically have post visibility set to friends only instead of public.

OpenAI sued by spouse of FSU shooting victim

Florida’s attorney general also opened an investigation into ChatGPT recently on similar grounds.

Discord’s Nitro subscription now includes a slightly nerfed Xbox Game Pass

The Nitro Rewards program also includes discounts on Logitech G and SteelSeries gear.

NBC is turning Wordle into a TV show

The NYT’s word game has been pretty much everywhere else.

Forza Horizon 6 has leaked a week ahead of launch

Unencrypted files were downloaded from Steam and shared by pirates.

TikTok is rolling out an ad-free option in the UK

It’s the first time an ad-free subscription has been offered in an English-speaking country.