SEIA warns of 'devastating energy shortages', US libraries cut ebook and audiobook lending programs, and SynthID Detector checks for AI watermarks

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The Solar trade association warned of 'devastating energy shortages' if incentives are cut, US libraries cut ebook and audiobook lending programs following Trump executive order, and SynthID Detector can check media to see if it was generated with Google's AI tools. It's Wednesday May 21st and here’s a quick look at tech in the news this morning from Engadget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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