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EPISODE · Jul 7, 2026 · 7 MIN

Google now uses your uploaded search media to train AI, DeepSeek may be developing its own AI chips, and Meta is facing $1.4 trillion in state lawsuits

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- Google introduced a change to how it hoovers up our data to train its AI platforms. It can now scoop up media you upload to its various search tools for training purposes, according to a report by TechCrunch. -DeepSeek, the Chinese AI company which sometimes keeps tech executives awake at night, is reportedly looking to build its own silicon. -Meta is facing penalties of up to a massive $1.4 trillion from four US states that sued the company over the addictive designs of Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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