Mark Zuckerberg’s visits to Mar-a-Lago suggest a desire for a reset with the Trump administration, despite past threats from Trump. Meta’s relationship with the Biden administration is described as hostile, leading to changes such as removing tampons from restrooms and ending fact-checking programs. Zuckerberg seeks Trump’s help with various issues, including international policing of platforms and AI regulation. The US government’s case to break up Meta adds another layer of complexity. The decision to soften content moderation may be the most impactful change for users. In other news, CES has become a platform for dealmaking, while TikTok faces potential bans and Google’s DeepMind unit is exploring new initiatives.
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First Alert’s new smart smoke alarm is a Nest Protect replacement
First Alert launched a new line of smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that will work with Google Home, replacing the discontinued Nest Protect. The alarms interconnect over Nest’s Weave communication protocol and include features like safety checkups and early warnings. Priced at $129.99, they are available for preorder and will be released in the US and Canada later this year, featuring precision detection technology and Wi-Fi connectivity. Full Article
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