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Apple's new policy allows reader apps like Netflix to link to external websites, shaking up app store norms. WhatsApp hits a snag with a hefty GDPR fine, while Twitter tests new monetization features, including subscription options for exclusive content. The platform is also enhancing user safety with an anti-abuse feature. Additionally, YouTube Music is rapidly climbing the subscriber ranks, posing a serious challenge to Spotify and Apple Music. The tech landscape is buzzing with legal battles and innovative changes!

The Apple Watch's redesign might be hitting supply snags, but exciting health features like blood pressure monitoring are on the horizon. Apple is also making strides with digital driver's licenses, though privacy concerns loom large. Meanwhile, LinkedIn has said goodbye to Stories, while Facebook dives into community-driven fantasy sports engagement. The tech landscape is buzzing with new strategies, from Wirecutter going behind a paywall to Google's plans for custom CPUs, all while the entrepreneurial showdown heats up.

Microsoft's Windows 11 launches without Android app support, raising eyebrows among users. Apple dives into classical music by acquiring PrimePhonic, while Amazon expands its presence in live audio. Facebook takes steps to reduce political content on its platform. Excitingly, a new initiative seeks to engage younger tech talent in government roles. Plus, get ready for the World Cup of Entrepreneurs, where listeners can vote for their favorite innovators in a bracket challenge!

Is Apple venturing into satellite networking with the iPhone 13, allowing calls without cellular coverage? The Apple Watch is rumored to get its first big redesign with a larger display. Meanwhile, China's new restrictions limit gaming for kids to just three hours a week. South Korea is shaking up app store dynamics, potentially shattering existing monopolies. Plus, exciting shifts in the NFT and virtual reality markets are making headlines. Tune in for a whirlwind of tech rumors and game-changing news!

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Apple allows developers to inform users about payment options outside its App Store, shaking up the ecosystem. Twitter introduces ticketed spaces, enabling creators to monetize exclusive content. Waymo pivots away from selling LiDAR sensors to focus on ride-hailing. The music industry sees a revolutionary approach to royalties with NFTs. Meanwhile, gaming faces intricate design challenges, and the cryptocurrency landscape adjusts as El Salvador experiments with Bitcoin. The complexities of wealth and power in family dynamics also get a spotlight.

Big tech made significant cybersecurity pledges following a high-profile White House meeting. TSMC's chip price hikes may lead to rising gadget costs. The love for PCs is back, with U.S. sales soaring 17% year-over-year. In Australia, drone delivery services are hitting impressive milestones, nearing 100,000 deliveries. Meanwhile, a stealthy startup focused on revolutionary battery technology is aiming to transform energy costs, supported by notable investors like Bill Gates.

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President Biden convenes tech leaders to tackle pressing cybersecurity issues. Instagram bids farewell to the swipe up feature, while Facebook enhances its messaging with voice and video calls. In a generous move, Airbnb vows to house 20,000 Afghan refugees. SpaceX celebrates significant milestones, including shipping a wave of Starlink terminals. Remarkably, Poly Network recovers $610 million in stolen cryptocurrencies, shedding light on cybersecurity complexities. Plus, Samsung's latest foldable phones are reviewed for everyday users.

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