Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 10/18 – For Elon, The War On Bots Never Ends
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Oct 18, 2023 Elon is tackling the bot problem with a new subscription fee for unverified users. The IRS plans to roll out a free e-filing service, making tax season a bit easier. Meanwhile, Netflix is diving into gaming, aiming to attract new subscribers with game adaptations of its popular shows. Plus, Microsoft is eyeing a major deal with Amazon for cloud services, while the ethical use of AI in politics raises intriguing questions. Should multilingual podcasts be the future? Let’s find out!
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X's Notabot Program
- X (formerly Twitter) is testing a $1 annual subscription for new unverified web users to post and interact.
- This "Notabot" program aims to reduce spam, bot activity, and platform manipulation.
Activision Blizzard on Game Pass
- Activision Blizzard games won't be on Xbox Game Pass until 2024 due to the lengthy regulatory process.
- Microsoft's gaming CEO, Phil Spencer, admits there will be disappointment about this delay.
IRS Free Filing
- The IRS will offer free online tax filing for simple tax situations in select states starting in 2024.
- This follows Congressional direction after lobbying by tax prep vendors.