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Meta to Use AI Chats for Personalized Ads Starting December 16

Meta Platforms announced that, beginning December 16, 2025, it will utilize user interactions with belatra slots demo its generative AI tools to personalize content and advertisements across its apps, including Facebook and Instagram. This change will affect only users who engage with Meta AI, and there will be no option to opt out. Notifications about the change will begin on October 7.

Explained: Why DuckDuckGo has started blocking Microsoft’s web trackers

DuckDuckGo, a privacy-focused search engine, has faced criticism for failing to block certain third-party Microsoft trackers in its browser, despite promoting its ability to block hidden online trackers. This discrepancy arose due to a search content agreement between the two companies. However, DuckDuckGo has now confirmed that it is blocking all third-party Microsoft tracking scripts […]

IISER research team develops AI-based tool to predict bacterial enzymes

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) based method to predict how bacteria in the gut break down different types of food and medication. This online tool, named “GutBug,” provides information on specific bacterial enzymes, reactions, and bacteria involved in the digestion and absorption of […]

Goa witnessed its first web3.0 residency program at Morjim

Urban Nomads recently organized a unique Web3.0 Residency Program in Morjim, bringing together investors, builders, creators, and enthusiasts. Urban Nomads, founded by Nakul Rajpurohit, Navin Kishore Singh, and Amit Kumar, aims to create a platform that promotes co-working and community building. The Web3.0 Residency saw the attendance of investors, founders, and community builders who mentored […]