X returns to Brazil after monthlong shutdown — what’s next for the platform?

After a monthlong suspension, X (formerly Twitter) has resumed operations in Brazil. The platform, owned by Elon Musk, complied with local laws and court orders to restore service in one of its biggest markets.

Apple Intelligence release: When it's coming and what it is

With the Apple Intelligence release date revealed, here’s what you need to know about the new feature coming to your Apple devices.

TikTok star 'Mr. Prada' arrested after Louisiana therapist found dead wrapped in tarp

Terryon Ishmael Thomas, who is known as “Mr. Prada," was arrested earlier this week in connection to the death of a therapist after police found the man’s body along a Louisiana highway.

Helene forces closure of North Carolina quartz facilities, disrupting tech supply chain

Hurricane Helene forced the shutdown of two key quartz manufacturing facilities in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, operated by Sibelco and The Quartz Corp, which produce ultra-pure quartz essential for semiconductors, solar panels, and fiber-optic cables.

Verizon outage update: Service 'fully restored' after network disruptions

A widespread Verizon outage that began Monday morning seemed to be clearing up by late afternoon, not long after Verizon said there was "progress" toward restoring calls and texts.

Was Spotify down? Music streaming issues reported

Spotify appeared to be having issues Sunday morning with its music streaming services.

Meta introduces next-gen smart glasses with AI and wrist-based control

Meta’s latest update features new AI-powered Ray Ban smart glasses and an affordable VR headset. CEO Mark Zuckerberg also teased a future prototype, Orion, with mind-controlled features.

White House proposes ban on Chinese tech in US cars

Ban on Chinese software and hardware in cars would be phased in over next several years.

California cracks down on artificial intelligence
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Governor Gavin Newsom signed multiple bills regarding artificial intelligence including a transparency bill introduced by California State Sen. Josh Becker. Sen. Becker joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to break down his new bill.

Instagram launches teen accounts with new restrictions
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Meta announced earlier this week that they will introduce "Instagram Teen Accounts". The company said that the accounts will be a "new experience for teens, guided by parents". LiveNOW from FOX host Christy Matino spoke to Vanessa Paz Dennen, Professor of Instructional Systems & Learning Technologies to break it all down.

Microsoft deal would reopen Pennsylvania nuclear plant, site of 1979 partial meltdown, to power AI

A new agreement between Microsoft and Constellation Energy Corporation to provide power to the tech giant’s data centers for artificial intelligence is paving the way for the restart of a nuclear reactor on Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island, the site of a 1979 partial meltdown. 

Meet the YouTubers who decided to join the search for the Kentucky gunman -- and found him

Fred and Sheila McCoy helped Kentucky authorities find what they believe are the remains of Joseph Couch, the shooter who fired shots at cars on a highway and wounded five people earlier this month.

Gov. Newsom signs laws to protect actors against AI
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed new laws to protect Hollywood actors and performs against unauthorized use of artificial intelligence. Doug Calidas, Fellow at the Harvard Belfer Center focusing on U.S. tech policy, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to break it down.

Instagram makes teen accounts private
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Dr. Don Grant, National Advisor of Healthy Device Management for Newport Healthcare, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to explain the significance of Instagram making teen accounts private.