Ivan Mehta
Ivan Mehta is a seasoned journalist with a focus on technology and its impact on society. He has written for TechCrunch, covering topics such as artificial intelligence, privacy, and big tech. Ivan's reporting is known for its in-depth analysis and attention to detail. In addition to his work as a journalist, Ivan also provides expert commentary on technology trends and developments.
Biography:
https://techcrunch.com/author/ivan-mehta/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
75%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to provide detailed information about the subject matter. There are instances where the author seems to have a slight inclination towards providing more negative aspects of Meta's AI-powered products being made available to more users.
- There is also an instance where the author uses sensationalism by stating that using your phone number as an OTP relay could allow strangers to look up your Google account which is not entirely true.
- The title implies that Telegram's peer-to-peer SMS login service is a privacy nightmare when it actually has both positive and negative aspects.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- In another instance, the author mentions that companies will have to sign an agreement with Meta to be interoperable with WhatsApp but does not provide any details about this agreement. This could also be seen as a conflict of interest.
- There are instances where the author mentions verified accounts on X and major far-right influencers on platforms like Telegram were celebrating. This could be seen as a conflict of interest.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In another instance, the author mentions that Rabbit R1 competes with Google's Bard and Microsoft's Copilot along with You.com in the GenAI search space. However, this statement is misleading as it implies that all of the answers provided by Rabbit R1 are generated solely through Perplexity AI's technology.
- In yet another instance, the author states that Rabbit R1 uses a mix of its own AI model and third-party models such as Google's Gemini, Mistra 7B, Anthropic's 6 Claude 2.1, OpenAI's GPT-4 to get accurate information from the web.
- There are instances where the author provides contradictions such as the EU agreed upon including messaging interoperability under DMA in 2022. This rule mandates gatekeepers like WhatsApp and Messenger to open up their services to other chat apps.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- In another instance, the article states that Rabbit R1 uses a mix of its own AI model and third-party models such as Google's Gemini, Mistra 7B, Anthropic's 6 Claude 2.1, OpenAI's GPT-4 to get accurate information from the web. However, this statement is also misleading as it implies that all of the answers provided by Rabbit R1 are generated solely through Perplexity AI's technology.
- There are instances where the author provides deceptive practices such as the article claims that Rabbit R1 competes with Google's Bard and Microsoft's Copilot along with You.com in the GenAI search space. However, this statement is misleading as it implies that all of the answers provided by Rabbit R1 are generated solely through Perplexity AI's technology.
Recent Articles
New YouTube Premium Features: Jump Ahead Button, Smart Downloads for Shorts, and Picture-in-Picture Mode
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024YouTube Premium introduces new features for users, including a 'jump ahead' button using AI and viewership data, smart downloads for YouTube Shorts, and picture-in-picture mode for Android devices. These enhancements aim to make content more accessible and convenient. 
iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia Betas: Introducing iPhone Mirroring and SharePlay Screen Sharing
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Apple's latest operating system betas, iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, introduce iPhone Mirroring for seamless multitasking between devices and SharePlay screen sharing for remote control and annotation during FaceTime calls. Expected to become public soon, these features also include RCS support for iMessage. The stable release of these updates, along with the anticipated iPhone 16 series, is predicted to arrive in September. 
Meta Expands AI Capabilities in India: Introducing Meta AI for Daily Assistance and Content Creation on WhatsApp, Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, has launched Meta AI in India. The advanced AI assistant assists users with daily tasks and learning new topics across platforms. With features like generating animated images during chats and providing more information on Facebook posts, Meta AI enhances user experience while raising concerns about potential biases. 
New Features in Google's June 2024 Update: DisplayPort Support, Car Crash Detection, and More
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024Google's June 2024 update introduces DisplayPort support and AI capabilities to Pixel phones, upgrades Find My Device and adds reverse phone lookup. The Pixel Watch 2 gains Car Crash Detection and Google Wallet expansion, while the Pixel tablet receives richer doorbell notifications and a new Google Home Favorites widget. /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24805887/STK160_X_Twitter_005.jpg)
X Platform's New Policy: Consensual Adult Content with Opt-In Access and Age Verification
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024Elon Musk's X platform has updated its policies to allow users to share consensually produced and labeled adult content, requiring a content warning for regular posters. The rules apply to all forms of adult material, including AI-generated images and videos. By default, under-18 users or those without entered birthdate cannot view such content. 
Elon Musk's xAI Secures $6 Billion for Developing Truthful AI Systems: A Formidable Competitor in the Field Emerges
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024Elon Musk's xAI, a startup focused on developing truthful AI systems, secures $6bn in funding from top investors. The company aims to create reliable AI products and compete in the growing field with its advanced infrastructure and R&D. 
Meta's Threads Tests TweetDeck-Style Interface with Multi-Column Layout for Customizable Feeds
Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024Meta's Threads social media platform is testing a new TweetDeck-style interface, featuring customizable columns for searches, tags, accounts, saved posts, and notifications. This move aims to cater to power users seeking flexibility beyond the algorithm-driven For You feed. The potential integration of third-party developer tools could enhance content presentation through the Threads API. Additionally, Meta introduces a chronological recent tab for searches. 
Living the Dream: Sleeping in a Ferrari Museum and Prince's 'Purple Rain' House through Airbnb's New Icons Category
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024Airbnb introduces 'Icons': sleep at Ferrari Museum or Prince's 'Purple Rain' house. Car enthusiasts and music lovers can now book exclusive stays at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, Italy, and Prince's iconic Minneapolis residence. Airbnb continues to offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences through its Icons category. 
Meta's AI-Powered Instagram Search Bar: What You Need to Know
Broke On: Saturday, 13 April 2024Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is testing an AI-powered search bar for Instagram. The new feature will allow users to search for content on Instagram and Reels suggestions using Meta AI in both chat with AI and content discovery mode. 
Telegram Offers Free Premium Subscription for SMS Relay Service
Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024Telegram is offering a free premium subscription to users who opt in to relay up to 150 texts per month. The company uses SMS for one-time passwords and requires cellphone numbers.