Top 5 Tech Stories of the Week

Amidst the whirlwind of news each week, keeping up with the top tech stories can be challenging. To keep you updated with the latest trends making headlines in the world of technology, I've put together the Weekly Tech Recap, a comprehensive look at the top 5 stories of the week.



  1. DuckDuckGo Makes Using AI Chatbots More Secure Privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo now allows users to anonymously access popular AI chatbots such as OpenAI's ChatGPT (based on GPT-3.5), Anthropic's Claude 3 Haiku, Mixtra 8x7B, and Meta Llama 3 for free. This new feature, called AI Chat, aims to help people harness the power of generative AI while addressing privacy concerns. It's free to use with a daily limit and can be turned off if needed. DuckDuckGo also plans to introduce a paid tier with a higher daily usage limit and more AI models.

  2. Meta AI Comes to WhatsApp Business Meta announced the rollout of Meta AI for WhatsApp business accounts in India. This new feature aims to help businesses use their resources more efficiently. AI tools assist businesses on WhatsApp in better serving their customers and discovering new products. Meta is also bringing Meta Verified functionality to WhatsApp business apps in Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Colombia.

  3. Google Maps Will No Longer Store Users' Real-Time Location Google Maps announced a major change in how it handles users' location data by storing important information on the users' devices instead of its servers. This shift allows users to get a comprehensive record of their whereabouts, including places visited and dining spots frequented, and is a proactive measure to give users greater control over their personal information.

  4. Instagram Starts Testing a ‘Trial Reels’ Feature Instagram is testing a new feature that allows creators to test their reels without having them show up on their profiles. This 'Trial Reels' feature, currently in global testing, helps users test their content without the pressure to perform. Initially part of Instagram's 'Experiment Mode,' it was first spotted by reverse engineer Alessandro Puluzzi in April this year.

  5. HTC May Be Making a Comeback with U12 Series HTC has confirmed the launch of its new smartphones in Taiwan on June 12. Although the company hasn't officially revealed the design, specifications, or name of the device, rumors suggest the phone could be part of the much-talked-about HTC U24 series. The HTC U24 and HTC U24 Pro will first launch in Taiwan, with no clear timeline for their arrival in India and other global markets.

Stay tuned for next week's recap to stay informed about the latest developments in the tech world! 


The sources for the news article include livemint.com and other publicly accessible internet resources. The source of the image is Google Images.

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