Substack launches a TV app

The move comes as Substack has been investing more heavily in video and livestreaming, as it looks to compete with platforms like YouTube and Patreon for both creators and viewers.

Meta seeks to limit evidence in child safety case

Meta is set to go on trial in New Mexico for allegedly failing to protect minors. The company is requesting a broad swath of information not be allowed to be presented in court.

Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by Gemini

Students can prompt Gemini by typing “I want to take a practice SAT test,” and the AI will provide them with a free practice exam. Gemini then analyzes the results, highlighting strengths and identifying areas that need further review. It also offers d…

Google’s AI Mode can now tap into your Gmail and Photos to provide tailored responses

The company notes that AI Mode doesn’t train directly on your Gmail inbox or Google Photos library. Instead, it trains on specific prompts and the model’s responses. 

Spotify brings AI-powered Prompted Playlists to the U.S. and Canada

Now available in the US and Canada, Spotify’s AI-powered Prompted Playlists let users describe what they want to hear using natural language commands.

Snapchat gives parents new insights into teens’ screen time and friends

With these new features, Snap is likely looking to appease regulators and parents over concerns about safety and screen time on its platform.

Former Googlers seek to captivate kids with an AI-powered learning app

Sparkli said that education systems often fall behind in teaching modern concepts. The company wants to teach kids about topics like skills design, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship by creating an AI-powered learning “expedition.”

X copies Bluesky with a ‘Starterpacks’ feature that helps you find who to follow

X says the new feature, similar to Bluesky’s Starter Packs, will arrive in the coming weeks.

Todoist’s app now lets you add tasks to your to-do list by speaking to its AI

The feature, now public, lets you create to-do’s and action items by speaking naturally to the app’s AI.

Apps for boycotting American products surge to the top of the Danish App Store

Two origin ID apps, NonUSA and Made O’Meter, are seeing downloads surge as Europeans boycott US-made goods.