Should you trust AI with your finances? An expert shares key do's and don'ts

Follow these best practices. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/ba1oKId

Searching for a job? Your next interview could be with an AI bot

Companies are using chatbots to interview candidates, typically at the screening stage, through phone calls, text messaging or video chats. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/hGDRF5f

Google engineer made $1.2M by placing bets on Polymarket using confidential info, prosecutors allege

A Google software engineer was accused of using confidential company information to make over $1.2 million on Polymarket. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/Pml40aX

Ferrari's first electric vehicle met with market skepticism

Ferrari presented its first-ever fully electric car to Italy’s President and Pope Leo XIV, as the rollout received a mixed response from auto critics. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/0nGdlbW

Zuckerberg warns ‘success isn't a given' after laying off 10% of Meta

As Meta cut 10% of its workforce on Wednesday, CEO Mark Zuckerberg addressed the tech giant’s transition in a companywide memo. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/m9QOMXg

Jury tosses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman

The jury ruled that Elon Musk had waited too long to sue. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/uiDrde1

Instagram just dropped a new feature and app: About instants

Instagram is introducing Instants, a new feature that allows users to send vanishing images to everyone on their friends list all at once. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/j1iq4dE

Meta launches WhatsApp ‘incognito' mode to address privacy concerns for AI chats

Meta Platforms is introducing an "incognito" mode for WhatsApp to allow private conversations with its AI chatbot. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/mo0dnfu

Most U.S. doctors are quietly using this AI tool. Few patients know about it

OpenEvidence, an AI-powered medical search tool, has become a fast friend to America’s doctors and is now used by nearly two-thirds of physicians. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/ygiNlOQ

Why digital devices and online accounts need spring cleaning

Spring cleaning isn't just for homes. Carrying out the digital equivalent can help protect your personal data, according to cybersecurity experts. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/a8lhoXg

Deal reached with hackers to delete data stolen from Canvas educational platform

Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, said in an online post that it “reached an agreement with the unauthorized actor involved in this incident.” <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/WpZsjtE

Online seller eBay rejects GameStop's $56 billion takeover offer

Online seller eBay is rejecting an unsolicited $56 billion takeover offer from GameStop, calling the proposal “neither credible or attractive.” <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/SX1t2Ek

A third billionaire testifies in OpenAI trial: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella took the witness stand Monday in a trial about control of the artificial intelligence startup OpenAI, making him the third tech billionaire to testify in the closely watched lawsuit in as many weeks. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/imbz5oA

Tesla recalls some Cybertrucks and cars for wheel issue, camera failure

Tesla is not aware of any accidents, fatalities or injuries related to the problems in the recalls. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/5U1f8n3

How a massive hack on school software disrupted classes across America

Schools across America continued to flounder Friday after a massive cyber attack that’s thrown final exam schedules and classroom activities into chaos. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/k1rRvAV

Largest study ever weighs impacts of banning cellphones in schools

The study, published by the National Bureau of Economic Research, relies on data tracking locked-up phones. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/BC6SI3v

Apple agrees to $250M settlement over false advertising. See if you can cash in

Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit over false advertising of Siri's AI capabilities. The lawsuit claims Apple misled consumers by promoting features that didn't exist when the iPhone 16 launched in 2024. If approved, the deal means owners could receive at least $25 and up to $95 for each eligible device. The settlement covers about 37 million devices bought in the U.S. between June 2024 and March 2025. Apple has been trying to keep up with AI advancements but hasn't delivered on the promised Siri updates. The company is expected to unveil the upgrade soon. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/9xWsuzw

OpenAI co-founder says he feared Musk would ‘physically attack' him

OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman said he had a tense confrontation with Musk after there was a disagreement about potential equity shares in OpenAI. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/scKrFBM

PlayStation users could qualify for part of a $7.85M settlement. Here's who may be eligible

PlayStation users may be eligible to claim a portion of a proposed settlement that would resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging consumers overpaid for certain digital games. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/lubJTSG