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tech23 days ago•32 min saved

Snap debuts Specs Intelligence, an anticipatory AI assistant for iOS and Mac

Snap is rolling out Specs Intelligence, an anticipatory AI assistant that can connect apps like Gmail and Slack to help with work tasks, travel planning, and personal errands, carrying context across devices. It launches alongside Snap’s Specs AR glasses and is available in preview on iOS today, with a full early-access version headed to Mac. Snap stresses that it can’t view or train on personal content from connected accounts, but privacy concerns and data-sharing trust remain key considerations.

via The Verge|

#ai-artificial-intelligence #ar-glasses #snapchat

technology23 days ago•5 min saved

Snapchat weighs teen time caps, signaling possible industry standard shift

Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel said the company would be willing to implement daily time limits for teen users, a move echoing Meta’s settlement that requires a two-hour limit and other safety measures. While no timeline was given, he framed it as a potential industry norm and highlighted Snap’s Family Center parental controls alongside new AI-driven features for its upcoming Specs smart glasses as part of a broader safety and product strategy.

via BBC|

#family-center #snapchat #specs

crime1 month ago•3 min saved

Teacher Denies Sex Allegations, Claims Pupil Lied to Look Cool

A PE teacher, Bronwen James, 30, denies four charges of sexual activity with a 16-year-old pupil from Bitterne Park School in 2022, telling Winchester Crown Court she believes the pupil exaggerated the claims to look cool with friends. She admits the pupil visited her home briefly and that she accepted a Snapchat contact, but maintains there was no sexual contact. Prosecutors say the allegations include grooming; the boy’s evidence and phone records are contested, and the trial continues.

via BBC|

#bitterne-park-school #crime #grooming

us-news1 month ago•27 min saved

Penn State frat coke ring: ringleader hauled to court as Snapchat-driven drug pipeline exposed

The alleged Penn State cocaine trafficking network, led by 24-year-old Agostino Abbatiello, was brought before a Centre County court for a preliminary hearing as prosecutors described a scheme linking Penn State fraternities Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon to cocaine suppliers in New York and Philadelphia. Deals ranged from small to large quantities and were arranged via Snapchat and Venmo, with pledges allegedly bagging drugs for sale to students. In total, about 5.6 pounds of cocaine valued around $120,000 were involved in transactions dating back to fall 2023, and 14 students have been charged in the case; Abbatiello sought a continuance which the court denied, allowing the hearing to proceed.

via New York Post|

#cocaine #drug-trafficking #frat

us-news1 month ago•25 min saved

Snapchat, Venmo and Cocaine: Penn State Frat Drug Ring Unfolds in Court Docs

Court documents reveal a Penn State fraternity cocaine ring used Snapchat to coordinate deliveries and cash-transfer apps like Venmo and Cash App to move thousands of dollars, with 24-year-old Agostino Abbatiello named as the alleged ringleader; deals included roughly 100 grams for $4,000 and other transactions totaling tens of thousands. Other frat members testified or were charged, including payments made under real names on Venmo. Abbatiello turned himself in and is being held without bail as investigators describe how social apps facilitated campus drug trafficking.

via New York Post|

#cocaine #fraternities #penn-state

technology2 months ago

Platforms Unite to Curb Fake AI Content

Snapchat, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Substack are taking steps to curb the spread of fake AI-generated content, reflecting a broader push by major platforms to regulate AI-created material and combat misinformation.

via BBC|

#ai-content #fake-content #platform-policy

podcasts3 months ago•20 min saved

Snap’s AR Specs wow, but wearability could derail them

The Vergecast weighs Snap's new AR glasses (Specs) — impressive, cash-heavy, and shipping this fall — but launch imagery highlights their bulk, prompting questions about whether people will actually wear them. Hosts ask what experiences the glasses would need to justify the discomfort and whether four hours of battery life is a bug or feature, with hands-on testing to come. The discussion also covers Fox’s $22 billion Roku acquisition and what it signals for streaming, plus a quick round on AI Mode and Matter 1.6.

via The Verge|

#gadgets #podcasts #snapchat

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Instagram Debuts Instants: Ephemeral, Uneditable Photos for Close Friends

Instagram is rolling out Instants, a new ephemeral photo format that users can share only with close friends or mutual followers. Instants disappear for viewers after they see them (and within 24 hours), can’t be edited, and can’t be captured via screenshots or screen recordings. Creators can archive Instants for up to a year, undo sending, or resharing as an Instagram Story recap. The feature is available globally in the Instagram DM inbox and via a separate app currently in testing in select countries; early tests in Italy and Spain were followed by broader rollout. Instagram says Instants are meant for more casual, authentic moments, with interactions occurring through DMs.

via The Verge|

#bereal #ephemeral #instagram

technology5 months ago•6 min saved

Teens’ Experiences Differ Across TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat, Pew Study Finds

Pew Research Center surveyed 1,458 U.S. teens aged 13–17 and their parents (Sept. 25–Oct. 9, 2025) to compare experiences on TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat. Entertainment is the top reason for using all three, with TikTok showing the strongest pull; Snapchat emphasizes keeping up with friends, while TikTok/Instagram lead for product reviews and news. Snapchat users DM more (about 57% daily) and post more often (roughly 30% daily) than the other platforms, and about 30% of TikTok users say they spend too much time on the app. Most teens report a mostly positive overall experience, though TikTok users report stronger negative effects on sleep and productivity, while Snapchat is seen as helping friendships. About a quarter of parents say social media hurts their teen’s mental health, vs 8% who say it helps. Harassment is common across platforms, with about 75% of users viewing it as a problem and roughly 30% of Snapchat users experiencing at least one type of harassment. Self-esteem effects are mixed, but most teens say what they see on these platforms does not change their self-esteem.

via Pew Research Center|

#instagram #snapchat #social-media

business5 months ago•17 min saved

Snap Slashes 1,000 Jobs in AI-Driven Turnaround

Snap Inc. is cutting about 1,000 roles (roughly 16% of its workforce) to reduce annual costs by more than $500 million and cover $95–$130 million in restructuring charges, in a bid to reach profitability. CEO Evan Spiegel calls it a crucible moment and says AI will accelerate work, reduce repetitive tasks, and enable a new jobs-to-be-done structure, noting that 65% of new code is AI-generated. The company is prioritizing monetizable markets, Snapchat+ subscriptions, and higher-margin ads, with Q1 revenue guided to about $1.529 billion and adjusted EBITDA of around $233 million. Departing U.S. employees will receive severance and benefits, with transitions support provided.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#ai #business #evan-spiegel

technology6 months ago•7 min saved

Dolby presses Snap over AV1 patents, challenging the codec’s royalty-free pledge

Dolby filed a Delaware lawsuit against Snapchat accusing Snap of infringing several Dolby patents tied to AV1/HEVC video tech, arguing that AV1’s royalty-free promise is not guaranteed and seeking a jury trial, FRAND licensing clarity, and an injunction. The case, alongside other AV1/IP actions (including InterDigital), tests whether AV1 truly carries no licensing obligations and could shape the adoption and licensing dynamics of the codec.

via Ars Technica|

#av1 #dolby #frand

crime8 months ago•3 min saved

Chicago Jury Acquits Man in Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot Targeting Border Patrol Chief

A Chicago jury found Juan Espinoza Martinez not guilty of a murder-for-hire charge after prosecutors alleged he posted a $10,000 bounty to kill border patrol official Gregory Bovino on Snapchat; defense argued the messages were gossip with no intent to act. The acquittal, amid a broader wave of failed immigration-enforcement prosecutions, highlighted questions about the government’s case and the crackdown.

via The Guardian|

#acquittal #border-patrol #chicago

technology8 months ago•1 min saved

Snap Ends Social-Media Addiction Case Ahead of Trial

Snap has settled a social-media addiction lawsuit just days before the Los Angeles trial; terms were not disclosed, and other defendants Meta, TikTok, and YouTube have not settled and will face trial. The plaintiff alleges the platforms’ algorithmic design fostered addiction and harmed mental health. Jury selection for the remaining defendants is set for January 27, with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify. Snap remains a defendant in other consolidated cases challenging platform liability under Section 230.

via BBC|

#meta #snap #snapchat

technology9 months ago•2 min saved

Snapchat Unveils 2025 Year-End Recaps and New Features

Snapchat's 2025 Recap highlights a year marked by increased voice communication, casual connections, visual expressions, pop culture trends, and active group chats, emphasizing how users stayed close and expressive through various features and trends.

via Snap Newsroom|

#2025-recap #communication #friendship

business11 months ago•2 min saved

Snap Shares Surge on $400 Million Perplexity AI Deal and Strong Earnings

Snapchat's shares jumped 25% after announcing a $400 million partnership with Perplexity AI to integrate its answer engine into Snapchat, enhancing user experience with conversational AI, with revenue from the deal expected to start in 2026. The move aims to make AI more personal and social, expanding Snapchat's capabilities and user engagement.

via Deadline|

#ai-partnership #business #digital-innovation