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Google Is Once Again Deemed a Monopoly, This Time in Ad Tech
A U.S. federal judge has ruled that Google unlawfully monopolized parts of the online advertising market, specifically its publisher ad server and ad exchange platforms. The Department of Justice is now seeking to break up these parts of Google’s business to restore fair competition. Google disagrees with the ruling and plans to appeal, arguing that its tools are effective and chosen by publishers. This decision follows a previous ruling that found Google held an illegal monopoly in online search.
Apple is already assembling iPhone 16e in Brazil as it shifts production from China
In the midst of the trade war between the US and China, companies like Apple have been trying to find ways to avoid the crazy tariffs imposed by President Trump on imports. A report earlier this month revealed that, as part of these plans, Apple wanted to expand its assembly line in Brazil – and now the company is already assembling the new iPhone 16e in the country.
Revolve Hit With $50M Lawsuit Over “Undisclosed” Influencer Deals
Revolve Group is facing a $50 million class action lawsuit for allegedly paying influencers to promote its products without proper disclosure. The suit claims that influencers received cash, free products, and luxury trips, but failed to use clear labels like “#ad” or “paid partnership,” misleading consumers into believing the endorsements were genuine. This lack of transparency may have caused shoppers to overpay, thinking they were getting unbiased recommendations.
Figma is working on Figma Sites
Figma Sites allow users to design responsively, use pre-built blocks, and add preset interactions—then launch with a click.
Elon Musk thinks robots are a $10 trillion business. He’s got some competition from China
China is quickly catching up in the race to build humanoid robots. Chinese companies like Unitree and UBTech are making robots that can dance, ride bikes, and do flips. These robots are cheaper than those made by U.S. companies, thanks to China’s strong supply chains and government support. Although China still depends on foreign-made chips and sensors, it is working hard to become more self-reliant. Experts believe that in the next 5 to 10 years, humanoid robots could become as common as smartphones.
World’s first “nonstop beating heart” transplant is a medical breakthrough
A team in Taiwan has achieved a medical first by transplanting a heart that had stopped beating — and successfully restarted it in the recipient. The donor heart came from a young man who died after a car crash, and doctors used a special machine to revive and keep the heart working during transport. This breakthrough could help more people get life-saving heart transplants, especially in places where donor hearts are rare. The patient is now recovering well.
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Practical tips to help developers get the most out of the latest GPT-4.1 model. GPT-4.1 is more precise and responsive than earlier versions, making it ideal for tasks like coding, following instructions, and handling long conversations. The guide suggests using clear, specific prompts and includes reminders for persistence, tool use, and planning to improve performance. It also recommends using the API’s built-in tools feature to reduce errors and boost accuracy.
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