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While you were busy growing your empire…

1. Google Is Killing Passwords

Google is on a mission to make “passwords a rarity, and eventually obsolete.” In an update announced Tuesday, Google says it plans to replace passwords with passkeys. As in, signing in with a different method like biometrics or pins. They’re reportedly faster and preferred by consumers… Read more here.

2. Right-To-Repair Is Here

California’s governor has signed the Right to Repair Act, making it the law that consumers must be able to repair devices on their own or be able to take them to an independent shop. Basically, Californians will get to skip the Apple Store. It’s the toughest of its kind in the US so far and is expected to create a ripple effect across the US… Read more here.

3. The EU Warns X

Misinformation about the attack in Israel has been spreading all over X and now European officials have issued a warning to Elon Musk’s platform. Hosting misinformation and illegal content potentially violates EU rules and a letter about it was sent directly to Musk. X could face billions in fines if they decide he violated the rules… Read more here.

4. The True Effects Of WFH

The NYT has a big feature on what we do (and don’t) know about the effects of the remote work revolution. In short, many workers — especially parents — and businesses have made gains with remote work. However, no one really knows if productivity has improved or suffered and some women find they’re facing difficulty advancing… Read more here.

5. Critical Targeted Ads Ruling

Another from the California courts. A judge found Facebook’s ad targeting to be ageist and sexist in a case brought forward by a 48-year-old woman. Now, the concern is that this could have far-reaching impacts on online advertising… Read more here.

Bonus. Stat Of The Day

More than half of US job holders — 58% — have the option to work remotely at least part of the time.

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