00:00Welcome to Daily World Podcast, Tech Edition on June 15, 2025.
00:15I'm Angela, here with an in-depth look at the latest breakthroughs in technology and innovation.
00:21YouTube has begun implementing measures to slow down videos for users who block ads,
00:26aiming to encourage these users to disable their ad-blocking extensions.
00:31This tactic involves blacking out videos on initial load and prompting users to check their ad-blocking settings.
00:37The move has sparked discussions regarding the challenges faced by content creators in monetizing their work amidst the growing prevalence of ad-blocking technology.
00:47In a significant achievement for space exploration, China has successfully fired a precision laser at a satellite orbiting the moon during daylight,
00:55overcoming solar interference.
00:58This groundbreaking milestone enhances lunar navigation and communication capabilities,
01:03paving the way for future missions, and establishing a sustainable human presence on the moon.
01:09In the gaming sector, a teardown by YouTube creator JerryRig,
01:14everything has revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 is exceptionally durable,
01:18with its screen surviving over 50 strikes from pliers before shattering.
01:21The console's design allows for easy disassembly and reassembly,
01:26despite some internal components being non-modular and featuring glued batteries,
01:30showcasing its resilience for everyday use.
01:34Disney and Universal have filed a lawsuit against AI firm Midjourney,
01:39alleging that its image generator produces numerous unauthorized copies of their characters,
01:43including those from Star Wars and Marvel.
01:45This legal action highlights the entertainment industry's struggle with the implications of AI technology,
01:52balancing potential benefits against the risk of copyright infringement.
01:56Legal experts note that the outcome will depend on various factors,
02:00including fair use analysis and Midjourney's terms of service.
02:03In hardware developments, Microsoft has decided to discontinue its in-house Xbox handheld device
02:10to focus on the development of the new ROG Ally platform,
02:14indicating a strategic shift towards enhancing their gaming hardware offerings.
02:19AMD has launched the Ryzen 5 5500X3D,
02:24a budget-friendly CPU aimed at the Latin American market,
02:27while maintaining its commitment to the AM4 platform.
02:30This 6-core processor features a 3GHz base clock and 4GHz boost clock,
02:36positioned to fill a gap in the region's CPU market,
02:39although its availability is limited and pricing is yet to be determined.
02:44In a notable use of technology in politics,
02:47Tulsi Gabbard revealed that she utilized artificial intelligence
02:50to expedite the classification process of documents
02:53related to John F. Kennedy's assassination.
02:57This approach allowed for a significantly faster review,
02:59compared to traditional methods,
03:01highlighting the potential of AI in enhancing the efficiency of intelligence operations.
03:07A recent report indicates that only 3% of top European employers
03:11are utilizing AI or automation on their career sites,
03:15resulting in a lack of personalized experiences for job seekers.
03:18Despite improvements in job descriptions and mobile application processes,
03:23many companies are missing opportunities to enhance candidate engagement
03:27and inclusivity through AI-driven solutions.
03:32We've reached the end of our technology coverage on Daily World Podcast.
03:36I'm Angela, keep innovating, and we'll see you in the next broadcast.
03:39I'm Angela, keep innovating, and we'll see you in the next broadcast.
03:40I'm Angela, keep innovating, and we'll see you in the next broadcast.
03:40We'll see you in the next broadcast.
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