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- Meta creating prediction market app, NYT says
Meta is developing a prediction market app, according to a report by the New York Times. The company aims to enter a market dominated by platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, which allow users to bet on various events. CNET's Abrar Al-Heeti discussed the report on CBS News.
- Grand Theft Auto VI gets presale date
Preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI open on June 25 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with a release date set for November 19. The game, delayed due to a 2022 security breach, will be available in two editions priced at $80 and $100, with physical copies containing digital download codes instead of discs.
- YouTube to automatically label AI-generated content
YouTube introduced a new AI labeling system to help viewers distinguish between real and AI-generated content. The system aims to enhance transparency, with CNET's Scott Stein analyzing the change on CBS News.
- Tips to boost your phone's battery life
Smartphones are becoming more advanced, but their batteries may not be keeping up. CNET senior mobile expert Abrar Al-Heeti provides tips to improve phone battery life. This is a concern for many smartphone users.
- Autonomous cars to be ticketed for traffic violations in California
Autonomous cars in California will be subject to traffic tickets starting July, under a new law. This change affects self-driving vehicles previously exempt from traffic citations. The development impacts the technology and automotive industries.
- Comparing popular smartwatches and their accuracy
The article discusses the accuracy of smartwatches in measuring health metrics like heart rate and step count, featuring CNET's lead wearable tech reporter, Vanessa Hand Orellana, in a CBS News segment.
- How to dispose of e-waste this Earth Day, and maybe make some extra cash
The article discusses eco-friendly methods for disposing of unused electronic devices on Earth Day, highlighting opportunities to earn money through recycling. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti provides insights on the topic during a CBS News segment.