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22 Mar 202410:27

Summary

TLDRThe Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Apple for monopolizing smartphone markets, marking a significant antitrust case. The lawsuit criticizes Apple's restrictive app store rules and hardware incompatibility. Neuralink's brain-computer interface advancements and Microsoft's acquisition of Inflection AI highlight the tech industry's push for innovation and dominance in AI. AMD's FSR 3.1 release and a new Surface Pro 10 are also discussed, along with security vulnerabilities in Apple's M-series chips and hotel locks.

Takeaways

  • 📢 The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Apple for monopolizing smartphone markets, marking a significant antitrust case since the DOJ's lawsuit against Microsoft in 1998.
  • 📱 The DOJ's complaint against Apple cites Tim Cook's statement about buying an iPhone for better picture and video quality when transferring files between iPhones and Androids, highlighting Apple's 'walled garden' approach.
  • 🚫 Apple is accused of maintaining a restrictive iOS App Store with rules that block 'super apps' like WeChat and of not allowing hardware like the Apple Watch to be compatible with Android.
  • 🧠 Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-computer interface company, has demonstrated that their first human patient can play chess using a mouse cursor controlled by his mind, indicating progress in BCIs (Brain-Computer Interfaces).
  • 🤖 Microsoft has hired the CEO and founder of Inflection AI, the company behind the popular Pi chatbot, to lead its Microsoft AI division, in a move seen as an 'acqui-hire' by some industry observers.
  • 💰 Microsoft will also license Inflection's Pi models for $620 million and pay an additional $30 million for secrecy regarding the acquisition, aiming to strengthen its AI capabilities.
  • 🚀 AMD announced FSR 3.1, which improves its upscaling technology and allows other solutions like Nvidia's DLSS or Intel's XS to use AMD's frame generation feature.
  • 🎮 The open-source Nintendo Switch emulator, Clamation, released its first build but had it taken down due to DMCA issues, though the team plans to continue the project.
  • 💻 Microsoft unveiled the new Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 for business, both of which use Intel Core Ultra chips and do not feature the rumored Snapdragon X Elite notebooks.
  • 🔐 Researchers have discovered an unpatchable side-channel vulnerability in Apple's M series chips that could potentially allow attackers to extract encryption keys.
  • 🔑 A security exploit has been uncovered that could allow the creation of a master key for entire buildings using NFC-enabled Android devices, affecting around 13,000 buildings worldwide.

Q & A

  • What is the main focus of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) lawsuit against Apple?

    -The DOJ lawsuit against Apple is focused on monopolization of smartphone markets, which is considered a larger claim than the one made by Epic Games in their lawsuit against Apple.

  • What is the significance of the DOJ's lawsuit in comparison to historical antitrust cases?

    -The scope of the DOJ's lawsuit against Apple is significant as it is likely the largest antitrust case since the DOJ sued Microsoft in 1998, which resulted in Microsoft's commitment to not be as monopolistic, particularly in relation to Internet Explorer.

  • What was Tim Cook's response to a reporter's question about the quality of pictures and videos sent between iPhones and Androids?

    -In response to a reporter's question, Tim Cook said, 'Buy your mom an iPhone,' implying that the quality issues were not Apple's concern and that using an iPhone would resolve such problems.

  • What is the DOJ's claim about Apple's iOS App Store rules?

    -The DOJ claims that Apple's iOS App Store has restrictive rules, specifically blocking 'super apps' like WeChat in China, which serves as an app platform itself.

  • What is the issue with the Apple Watch's lack of Android support mentioned in the DOJ's complaint?

    -The DOJ's complaint cites hardware incompatibility, pointing out that the Apple Watch lacks support for Android, which Apple stated was due to technical limitations after a 3-year investigation.

  • How does the DOJ view Apple's 'Walled Garden' approach?

    -The DOJ believes that Apple's 'Walled Garden' approach is no longer acceptable, as indicated by their lawsuit which suggests that they think Apple's practices are harmful to competition and consumer choice.

  • What is the restriction placed on Tim Sweeney in relation to the Australian Epic Games versus Apple trial?

    -Tim Sweeney is restricted from tweeting about the case until after he has given testimony in the Australian Epic Games versus Apple trial.

  • What is Neuralink's achievement with their first human patient?

    -Neuralink's first human patient, Nolan Arbau, received a wireless implant and can now move a mouse cursor with his mind well enough to play the game Civilization 6 for 8 hours straight, only stopping to charge the device.

  • What is the significance of Microsoft hiring the CEO and founder of Inflection AI?

    -Microsoft hiring the CEO and founder of Inflection AI, the company behind the popular Pie chatbot, along with most of its 70 employees, is seen as a strategic move to strengthen Microsoft's AI division and dominance in the industry.

  • What is the outcome of the acquisition of Inflection AI for Microsoft?

    -The acquisition includes Microsoft paying Inflection $620 million to license their Pi models and another $30 million for confidentiality. This is seen as a way for Microsoft to avoid regulatory approval and gain a competitive edge in AI.

  • What is the new feature introduced by AMD with FSR 3.1?

    -AMD introduced FSR 3.1 which adds significant improvements to its upscaling technologies and expands access to frame generation, allowing other upscaling solutions like Nvidia's DLSS or Intel's XS to use AMD's frame generation feature.

  • What is the vulnerability discovered in Apple's M series chips?

    -Researchers from multiple universities discovered an unpatchable side-channel vulnerability in Apple's M series chips, which allows attackers to extract encryption keys from the device. This vulnerability is due to the design of the silicon itself and cannot be patched, only mitigated by software defenses that could affect performance.

Outlines

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📢 DOJ Lawsuit Against Apple: Antitrust Allegations

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, accusing the company of monopolizing smartphone markets. This claim is broader than the one made by Epic Games in their lawsuit against Apple. The DOJ's complaint highlights Tim Cook's statement about buying iPhones and mentions Apple's restrictive rules in the iOS App Store, particularly concerning 'super apps' like WeChat. Additionally, the lawsuit addresses hardware incompatibility issues, such as the lack of Android support for the Apple Watch. Apple's 'Walled Garden' approach is under scrutiny, and the company claims the lawsuit threatens its identity. The case is being viewed as one of the largest antitrust cases since the DOJ sued Microsoft in 1998.

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🚀 Neuralink's Human Trials and Microsoft's AI Acquisition

Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-computer interface company, has demonstrated that their first human patient is not only alive but also excels at chess after receiving a wireless implant. The patient, Nolan Arbau, can move a mouse cursor with his mind, showcasing the potential of BCIs (Brain-Computer Interfaces). Meanwhile, Microsoft has hired the CEO and founder of Inflection AI, the company behind the popular Pie chatbot, to lead its AI division. This move is seen as an 'acquihire' by many, with Microsoft also licensing Inflection's AI models for $620 million and paying an additional $30 million for secrecy. The move indicates Microsoft's commitment to AI dominance, echoing CEO Satya Nadella's statements from a November interview.

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💻 Tech Updates: AMD's FSR 3.1, Suyo Nintendo Switch Emulator, and Microsoft's Surface Line

AMD has announced FSR 3.1, which improves its upscaling technology and allows other companies like NVIDIA and Intel to use its frame generation tech. The update enhances temporal stability and reduces ghosting. Suyo, an open-source Nintendo Switch emulator, released its first build but faced immediate takedown by GitLab due to DMCA issues. Despite this, the team plans to continue the project. Microsoft unveiled the new Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 for business, both of which use Intel Core Ultra chips. The company also reiterated its commitment to AI, showcasing its AI capabilities during the event.

🔒 Security Concerns: Unpatchable M1 Chip Vulnerability and Hotel Lock Exploits

Researchers have discovered an unpatchable vulnerability in Apple's M1 chips that allows attackers to extract encryption keys. The issue lies in the silicon design and can only be mitigated by software defenses that may impact performance. Additionally, a security exploit has been uncovered that affects around 13,000 buildings, primarily hotels, making them vulnerable to master key creation using an NFC-enabled Android device and a hotel key card. The exploit can override deadbolts and affects locks created by dormakaba. No known cases of this exploit being used have been reported.

📅 Upcoming Tech News and Events

The video script ends with a teaser for more technology news to be covered in the next episode of TechLink, scheduled for Monday. The host humorously compares the effort to find tech news to archaeology, suggesting that despite the challenges, they are committed to delivering the latest updates to their audience.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Monopolizing

Monopolizing refers to the practice of controlling all or a significant part of the market for a particular product or service, thereby reducing or eliminating competition. In the context of the video, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) is suing Apple for allegedly monopolizing the smartphone market, which is a significant legal action implying that Apple may have engaged in anti-competitive practices.

💡Antitrust Case

An antitrust case is a legal action that aims to prevent businesses from engaging in anti-competitive practices, such as monopolization or price-fixing, which can harm consumers and the market. In the video, the DOJ's lawsuit against Apple is described as one of the largest antitrust cases since the one against Microsoft in 1998, highlighting the scale and significance of the legal action against Apple.

💡Walled Garden

A 'walled garden' in the context of technology refers to a closed ecosystem where a company controls the hardware, software, and services, often limiting user choice and interoperability with other platforms. The term is often used critically to describe a company's strategy that restricts competition and consumer freedom. In the video, Apple's approach is criticized as a 'walled garden' because of its restrictive policies and lack of compatibility with non-Apple devices.

💡Neuralink

Neuralink is a neurotechnology company founded by Elon Musk that aims to develop implantable brain–machine interfaces (BMIs). The goal is to enable direct communication between the human brain and computers, potentially allowing for advanced control of devices and treatment of neurological disorders. In the video, Neuralink's progress with a human patient capable of controlling a computer cursor with his mind is highlighted as a significant achievement.

💡AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation. The video discusses AI in the context of Microsoft hiring the CEO of Inflection AI, indicating a strategic move to strengthen Microsoft's position in the AI domain.

💡FSR 3.1

FSR 3.1 stands for FidelityFX Super Resolution 3.1, which is an upscaling technology developed by AMD. It enhances the quality of upscaled images and allows for features like frame generation to be used independently or in conjunction with other upscaling solutions. The update aims to improve temporal stability and reduce ghosting in visuals, which is significant for gaming performance.

💡Open Source

Open source refers to a type of software licensing where the source code is made available to the public, allowing anyone to view, use, modify, and distribute the software freely. The philosophy behind open source promotes collaboration, transparency, and community involvement in software development. In the video, the release of the first build of the open-source Nintendo Switch emulator, Suyu, is mentioned.

💡Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6

Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 are the latest iterations of Microsoft's line of 2-in-1 detachable laptop-tablet hybrids and laptops designed for business and professional use. These devices are known for their versatility, high-quality build, and integration with Microsoft's ecosystem of services and products.

💡M Series Chips

M Series Chips are Apple's proprietary ARM-based processors designed for their Macintosh computers. These chips are known for their high performance, energy efficiency, and integration with Apple's operating system, macOS. However, the video discusses a security vulnerability in these chips that could potentially allow attackers to extract encryption keys.

💡Master Key Exploits

Master key exploits are security vulnerabilities that allow unauthorized access to multiple locks using a single key or code. These exploits can compromise the security of buildings or devices by enabling unauthorized entry. In the video, it is mentioned that around 13,000 buildings, mainly hotels, are vulnerable to such an exploit using an NFC-enabled Android device and a hotel key card.

💡Magical

Magical, in the context of the video, refers to a company that offers a productivity tool, specifically a Chrome extension, designed to help users save time by automating repetitive tasks such as typing, copying, and pasting. The tool aims to streamline communication and data entry, allowing users to focus on more important tasks.

Highlights

The United States Department of Justice sued Apple for monopolizing smartphone markets, marking a major antitrust case.

The lawsuit against Apple is broader than Epic Games' own lawsuit against the company.

This legal action against Apple is the largest antitrust case since the DOJ sued Microsoft in 1998.

Tim Cook's quote, 'Buy your mom an iPhone,' is referenced in the DOJ's complaint.

The DOJ claims Apple's iOS App Store has restrictive rules, blocking certain 'super apps' like WeChat.

Apple Watch's lack of Android support is cited as evidence of hardware incompatibility in the lawsuit.

The DOJ believes Apple's 'Walled Garden' approach is no longer acceptable.

Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-computer interface company, demonstrates their first human patient playing chess using a mind-controlled cursor.

Neuralink aims to create an 'iPhone moment' for BCIs with its sleek design and advanced neural threads.

Microsoft acquires Inflection AI, the company behind the popular Pi chatbot, in a significant move for its AI division.

Microsoft pays Inflection $620 million to license their Pi models and $30 million for secrecy regarding the acquisition.

AMD announces FSR 3.1, which improves its upscaling technology and allows other solutions like Nvidia's DLSS to use AMD's frame generation tech.

Sue, an open-source Nintendo Switch emulator, faces legal challenges but continues development despite DMCA issues.

Microsoft unveils the new Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 for business, both of which use Intel Core Ultra chips.

Apple's M-series chips have an unpatchable security vulnerability that allows extraction of encryption keys.

A master key exploit affects approximately 13,000 buildings worldwide, primarily hotels, using NFC-enabled Android devices and a hotel key card.

Dormakaba, the lock manufacturer involved in the NFC exploit vulnerability, has replaced or patched 36% of the affected locks.

Transcripts

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don't worry about it the United States

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Department of Justice sued apple on

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Thursday for monopolizing smartphone

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markets which is a bolder and broader

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claim than even epic games made in their

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lawsuit they should have thought of that

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before they became a video game company

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instead of a government institution the

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sheer scope of the doj's complaints make

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this probably the largest antitrust case

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since the doj sued Microsoft back in

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1998 which led to the company pinky

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swearing to not be so monopolistic in

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shoving Internet Explorer down consumer

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throats but when you change the browser

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name to Edge pinky promises don't count

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that's playground rules in a nutshell

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the reason for the doj's lawsuit is

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basically summarized by Tim Cook's now

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classic line buy your mom an iPhone buy

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your mom an

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iPhone all

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right join me or be cast into the

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piercing void with the rest of your

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contemptible kind unworthy scum cook

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said this in response to a reporter

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talking about how pictures and videos

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look like grainy garbage when they're

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sent between iPhones and Androids and

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it's even quoted in the doj's complaint

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they also mentioned the IOS app store's

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restrictive rules specifically claiming

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that Apple blocks super apps like WeChat

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which basically serves as an app

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platform in itself in China and they

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also bring up Hardware incompatibility

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citing the Apple watch's lack of Android

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support but that's apparently not for a

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lack of trying Apple told 9 to5 Mac that

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it spent 3 years investigating whether

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Android support could be added to Apple

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watch ultimately deciding it would never

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work because of technical limitations

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which is so weird that's the same reason

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my last girlfriend broke up with me

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pretty much any issue with iOS you've

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ever heard of is cited in this lawsuit

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and it's clear the doj thinks Apple's

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Walled Garden approach isn't cool

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anymore in a statement issued to the

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Press Apple says the lawsuit threatens

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who we are and and and yeah yeah it does

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that's kind of the whole point you're

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toxic I'm slipping under but for me the

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most scandalous part of all of this is

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that Tim Sweeney can't even tweet about

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it until he's done giving testimony in

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the Australian epic games versus Apple

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trial what does he think if he does

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tweet it spins the opposite way

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neuralink Elon musk's brain computer

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interface company posted a live stream

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on Twitter proving that their first

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human patient is not only alive he is

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killing it at chess Nolan arbau received

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the wireless implant in January and can

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now easily move a mouse cursor with his

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mind well enough to play Civilization 6

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for 8 hours straight only stopping

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because he had to charge it now while

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this is certainly impressive be experts

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have pointed out that the basic

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technology here isn't new I mean here's

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a video from 2007 of a guy controlling a

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mouse cursor with his mind academic

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researchers and startups like synchron

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and black rock the neurotech company not

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the one you're thinking of have all

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achieved similar results but it's clear

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that neuralink is trying to create the

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iPhone moment for bcis with its

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minimalist design and sexy neural

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threads that get all up inside your

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brain and have a 300 count and to be

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fair it does seem like neuralink has

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stirred up a lot of hype thanks in no

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small part to Elon making claims like

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this one where he says it's possible to

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shunt brain signals past a spinal injury

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so paralyzed people can walk again which

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would obviously be awesome but I've also

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seen a lot of this guy's rockets explode

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so I I just don't know Microsoft has

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hired the CEO and founder of inflection

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AI the company behind the popular pie

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chatbot to head up its Microsoft AI

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division also hired by Microsoft most of

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inflection other 70 employees in what

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many in the industry are calling an aqua

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hire and what a smaller group is calling

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a h quisition it's just me saying that

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second one you know what I don't even

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like it Microsoft will also pay

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inflection $620 million to license their

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Pi models and another 30 million to keep

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their lips shut about the whole poaching

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how will work but analyst Tony Wang and

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everyone else with eyes says this is

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basically an acquisition of inflection

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without having to go through regulatory

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approval it's clear that Microsoft CEO

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Satia Nadella is serious about his

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company's dominance in AI in the wake of

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this story a quote has gone viral from

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virtual event Microsoft unveiled the

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brand new Surface Pro 10 and surface

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laptop

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6 for business no but seriously uh if

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you're excited about the new arm powered

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devices um don't be for these these

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products use Intel Core Ultra chips

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which are still new the rumored

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Snapdragon X Elite notebooks won't be

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coming until May but it might be worth

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the wait Qualcomm claims most Windows

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Games should just work on their

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processors you know what else Works

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co-pilot before announcing the new

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Surface devices Microsoft rehashed all

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of their ai's greatest hits Like a

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Rolling Stones concert if no one wanted

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to listen to The Rolling Stones how' I

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get a ticket Apple's M series chips have

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an unpatchable side Channel

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vulnerability allowing attackers to

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extract encryption keys from Max a team

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of researchers from multiple

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universities detailed an attack called

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go fetch which uses an app that doesn't

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require any root access to the Target

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Mac only the same user privileges needed

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by most thirdparty Mac OS apps the

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vulnerability is due to the design of

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the Silicon itself so it can't be

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patched only mitigated by software

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defenses that could severely affect

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performance I also have an unpatchable

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flaw that affects my performance it's

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called depression and security

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researchers say that around 13,000

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buildings predominantly hotels from

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around the world are currently

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vulnerable to an exploit that allows a

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master key to be created for the entire

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building using just an NFC enabled

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Android device and a key card from that

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hotel it can also be used to override

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dead bolts so you're going to want to

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hope that little chain can hold this

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vulnerability affects saff loock locks

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created by dormakaba and I swear we're

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just now making these Nam these are all

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Star Wars names dorak is aware of the

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issue and have so far replaced or

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patched 36% of the affected locks wow

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there are no known cases of this exploit

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being used in the wild this is very much

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a horror we have uncovered for ourselves

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in captivity much like the Zony the

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the day and you'll uncover more Tech

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news if you come back on Monday for

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another episode of TechLink might have

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to might have to dig a little bit but

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just kidding you know we just give it

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right to you just big into archaeology

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