In other news, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has fined a robocaller a record $300 million for blocking billions of scam calls. The article also discusses the backlash against Twitter's rebranding to "X", with users giving the app one-star reviews and seeking ways to revert the app icon back to the original blue bird. Lastly, the article highlights the most-read stories on TechCrunch for the week, including a feature on hacking car software for upgrades, the all-electric Volvo EX30, and the potential of room-temperature superconductors.
Key takeaways:
- AI technology is advancing rapidly, making it easier for individuals to create deepfake videos, which could potentially help educate people on what is possible and aid in spotting fake videos.
- Startup founders often struggle with their traction slide when fundraising, but it should ideally tell the story of how much risk has been designed out of the business.
- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has fined a robocaller a record $300 million for blocking billions of scam calls.
- Social media users are reacting negatively to Twitter's rebrand to "X", with many leaving one-star reviews on the App Store and seeking ways to revert the app icon back to the blue bird.