🤖 AI sparks fear among game actors

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• 🤖 AI sparks fear among game actors

• 🚨 AG Bondi warns Tesla vandals: ‘We’re coming after you’

• 🎧 Apple AirPods to get live translation in 2025

• 💰 TSMC’s $100B US deal sparks fear in Taiwan

• 🤖 Google Assistant replaced by Gemini this year

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🤖 AI sparks fear among game actors ↗️LINK

• What: Ashly Burch, the voice of Aloy in Horizon Zero Dawn, expressed concern over a leaked Sony AI demo that featured an AI-generated version of her character. Although developer Guerilla assured her it wasn’t in active development and didn’t use her data, Burch fears AI’s impact on game performance art.

• Why: Burch, along with SAG-AFTRA, is fighting for AI-related protections, including consent and fair compensation for actors. She worries about a future where performers lose control over their digital likeness.

• Impact: As AI technology advances, voice actors face potential job displacement. This controversy fuels ongoing industry-wide debates about ethics, labor rights, and the future of game performance.

🚨 AG Bondi warns Tesla vandals: ‘We’re coming after you’ ↗️LINK

• What: Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the Justice Department is investigating recent Tesla vandalism, including Molotov cocktails and gunfire at showrooms. One suspect faces up to 20 years in prison.

• Why: The attacks are linked to online protests against Elon Musk’s budget cuts and federal layoffs. Some officials, including President Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, have suggested labeling the vandals as domestic terrorists.

• Impact: Tesla’s stock, already down 32% in a month, saw a slight boost after Trump pledged to buy a Tesla. The crackdown could escalate political tensions around Musk and his businesses.

🎧 Apple AirPods to get live translation in 2025 ↗️LINK

• What: Apple is reportedly adding live language translation to AirPods via an iOS 19 update later this year. The feature would allow users to hear translations directly in their ears, potentially working with existing AirPods models.

• Why: While Apple is late to real-time translation—Google’s Pixel Buds already offer it—the feature could enhance AirPods' appeal by integrating seamlessly into Apple’s ecosystem.

• Impact: This upgrade could make travel and multilingual conversations smoother for AirPods users. Apple is also expected to release new AirPods Pro with improved noise cancellation and possible health-tracking features.

💰 TSMC’s $100B US deal sparks fear in Taiwan ↗️LINK

• What: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced a $100 billion investment in the US, unveiled in a White House ceremony with President Trump. Critics in Taiwan call it a “protection fee” amid fears of losing its semiconductor dominance.

• Why: Trump has pressured companies to invest in the US, using tariffs and rhetoric. While TSMC cites strong US demand, Taiwan sees this as a geopolitical move that could weaken its security and economy.

• Impact: Taiwan fears losing its “silicon shield” against China, while US-based chip production gains momentum. Trump’s tariff threats may push other global tech giants, like Samsung, to follow suit.

🤖 Google Assistant replaced by Gemini this year ↗️LINK

• What: Google is replacing Google Assistant with Gemini across Android phones, tablets, cars, and connected devices later this year. Assistant will no longer be available on most mobile devices or in app stores.

• Why: Google aims to enhance AI capabilities, with Gemini offering advanced features like Gemini Live and Deep Research. The company has already improved Gemini’s functionality, adding music playback, timers, and lock screen actions.

• Impact: Users will need to adapt to a new AI assistant, which may bring both improvements and compatibility concerns. Google plans to provide more details in the coming months as it finalizes the transition.

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