Robin-Leigh Chetty

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Opera Neon is a new browser with agentic AI capabilities

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Opera Neon is a newly announced browser that features several agentic AI capabilities built-in. Pricing information for the new browser have not been detailed, but a waitlist has been created by Opera. The browser can do things like shop, fill out forms, and code. Opera has unveiled a new browser called Neon. Given that 2025 has been the year that agentic AI was been front and centre for most technology companies, it comes as no surprise that Opera Neon is embedded with such features.
EU regulators investigating porn sites over easy access for underage users

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

The European Commission has launched an investigation into four porn sites, including Pornhub. The sites have been accused of not doing enough in terms of blocking underage users from access. Following an investigation, if found guilty, the sites could be fined up to 6 percent of their global annual revenue. The European Commission, the regulator in the region, has its sights set on sexually explicit online content.
Anthropic web search now available to free tier of Claude users

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Anthropic makes its web search feature available to those using the free version of Claude. The feature was for subscribers only when launched in March. Anthropic has also begun testing a voice mode for the mobile version of its chatbot. Anthropic has been busy this month. After launching its latest generation of models – Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4 – the AI startup has confirmed that its chatbot’s web search feature is now available those using the free version of Claude.
TCL’s 2025 QD-Mini LED TVs to feature Dolby Atmos FlexConnect

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Dolby has announced that its FlexConnect speaker technology will be supported by TCL as its first go-to-market partner. The technology was initially announced in 2023, and will feature in three models of TCL smart TV for now. FlexConnect is designed to optimise the sound experience to fit any room layout or speaker configuration.
Xiaomi clarifies design details for new 3nm XRing 01 SoC

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Last week, Xiaomi unveiled its first flagship processor designed in-house – the XRing O1 3nm SoC. The new processor led many to believe Xiaomi is ready to make its own processors and be less reliant on others. To provide clarity, Xiaomi has since confirmed the role that Arm has played in the design of the XRing 01. Last week, Xiaomi caused a ruckus in the smartphone industry by revealing its first-ever flagship processor designed in-house in the form of the XRing 01 SoC.
If you dance for Opera, you could win five years' worth of airtime

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Opera Mini has launched Data Dance, a national campaign focused on data affordability and digital access for SA youth. Opera invites users to post their dance routine on TikTok under the #operaminidatadance hashtag and win up to five years’ worth of airtime. The campaign started on 22nd May and will run for four weeks. If you are interested in winning five years’ worth of airtime, internet browser company Opera may have a competition for you.
Nikon cameras will be more expensive from next month

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Nikon has issued a statement confirming an upcoming price increase for its cameras. The camera maker cites recent tariffs imposed by the US for the increase. It is unclear where the price changes will impact other parts of the globe where Nikon cameras are sold.
Former Meta exec says asking for artist permission will kill AI industry

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Nick Clegg, former Meta executive and UK Deputy Prime Minister, has reiterated a familiar line when it comes to AI and artist consent. He said that any push for consent would “basically kill” the AI industry. Clegg added that the sheer volume of data that AI is trained on makes it “implausible” to ask for consent. Is the AI industry too big to fail? Recent comments from former Meta executive and UK Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, would indicate as much.
Texas one step closer to banning all social media for under 18s

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

The Texas State Senate is set to vote on a bill that would ban the use of social media by anyone under the age of 18. The decision should be reached by the end of 2nd June. Texas would be the second State banning social media, after Florida did so last year. In one week, we should have a better idea of whether Texas will be banning social media use for anyone under the age of 18.
Wheel of Time cancellation to bring an end to Prime Video's fantasy era?

1 week ago | htxt.co.za | Robin-Leigh Chetty

Amazon Prime Video will not be renewing The Wheel of Time for another season. The fantasy series’ season three finale was aired on 17th April. The Rings of Power is another fantasy series that has struggled on Prime Video following its debut season. In the streaming era, it can be a little risky getting too attached to a series, as one week it’s there and one week it’s gone. It has happened to shows like Santa Clarita Diet, Mindhunter, Our Flag Means Death, Marco Polo, and more.