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May27

TikTok Tests AI Chatbot Tako in One Country

Posted by Jane Danes on May 27, 2023

TikTok Tests AI Chatbot Tako in One Country

TikTok Testing AI Chatbot in the Philippines Image Source Tako is TikTok’s latest AI chatbot. It can recommend videos based on what you ask. Since it is still in its testing stage, there is no way to tell how good it is. But it may change search and navigation radically. This new feature is on top of the TikTok profile icon. When you tap it, it opens up a chat screen. Then, the bot appears that can answer a range of queries. What powers Tako? It is hard to determine what AI model is used to power it. But according to those people who have the chance to test it, the chatbot can suggest prompts to assist a user begin a conversation with a bot. If you watch coffee videos and ask how to make an affogato, for instance, you will get related videos for the recipe. It will also show a list of suggestions in the answer. But this is a limited experiment. It is only available in the Philippines and not in North America or Europe. ChatBot Security Chatbot security is a huge issue. It is of paramount importance to ensure that the data you share with a chatbot remains secure. This is one of the reasons many companies ban bots at work. Apple, for instance, has gone so far as to restrict its employees from using ChatGPT. Other companies prohibit their employees to use GitHub’s CoPilot because they may leak confidential data. It is predicted that most customer service interactions will be processed by a chatbot in the next few years. The technology collects personal data and can access a large knowledge base. Malicious actors could target it to carry out their evil plans. Unfortunately, many companies adopted chatbots with open arms. They even incorporate them into their automated response systems. Facebook, for instance, is prepared for greater chatbot use. We can expect future customer service to be mostly chat-based. But businesses cannot just build a bot and send it out so that any person who comes across it can interact with it. Businesses have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of personal data, regardless of how the data is collected or transferred. It is more explicit than ever with GPDR. Why Would You Want to Use Tako? Most companies are now experimenting with AI. But for...

May20

YouTube to Introduce 30-Second Unskippable Ads

Posted by Jane Danes on May 20, 2023

YouTube to Introduce 30-Second Unskippable Ads

YouTube Unskippable Ads on Top-Performing Content YouTube commercials are necessary for Google. But they interrupt the content users are trying to watch. They often appear at the beginning, in the middle, or even at the end of videos. As a result, they cause an interruption in the viewing flow. It can be frustrating, especially if you are not interested in the commercial. Now, the commercials get more frustrating because the company plans to introduce unstoppable 30-second ads when you watch content on a TV. The company announced this plan during its YouTube Brandcast event. The ads will be introduced to popular content. This will replace the two consecutive 15-second ads that usually appear on YouTube. “We know that running longer-form creative on the big screen aligns with your objectives, and allows for richer storytelling. YouTube Select is now landing over 70% of impressions on the TV screen, so we’re making it easier for you to use existing assets in front of the most-streamed content. This format also seamlessly fits into what viewers already expect and experience on the big screen. Instead of seeing two :15 ads consecutively, they’ll see one :30 ad.” YouTube’s CEO said that more viewers are watching YouTube videos on their smart TV. These viewers want every content that they love in one place. As mentioned, these 30-second ads that you can’t skip will be available to advertisers through its curated ad platform called YouTube Select. The platform is already selling ad space that has two, 15-second ads that run together. In that case, the change will not be too annoying. These ads will be released in the US before they would expand globally this year. Pause Experiences In addition to the unstoppable 30-second ads, the platform is also experimenting with Pause Experiences. This feature allows ads to appear each time a viewer pauses a video while they are watching content on TV. This is similar to Hulu’s pause ad feature. Pause Ads are a form of advertising that appears when a user pauses a show or movie on the Hulu platform. When a user pauses their content, a targeted ad is displayed on the screen. These ads are typically static images or slideshows that appear on the pause screen, allowing advertisers to capture viewers’ attention during a moment of engagement. The purpose of Pause Ads is...

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Apr27

A Guide to Finding the Right Educational Online Assessment Solution for Your School

Posted By Firdaus on Apr 27, 2023

A Guide to Finding the Right Educational Online Assessment Solution for Your School Source – www.bbc.com In today’s digital age, online assessment solutions have become a popular choice for educational institutions. With the rise in technology and advancements in online test platforms, it is no wonder why more schools and universities are turning towards digital assessment solutions. Over the years, online assessment...

Apr15

New Instagram Reels Features Including Redesigned Editing Tool

Posted By Jane Danes on Apr 15, 2023

Instagram New Reels Features Image Instagram announced a new way to edit videos and discover trending content. The video editing process is the biggest change as you can now edit your uploaded video clips, stickers, and text overlays on the same screen. The company shared stills showing the editing feature that works similarly to what TikTok has. It makes transitions smoother and helps when you need to line up audio and video...

Apr10

YouTube Music Gets Real-Time Lyrics Feature for Android

Posted By Jane Danes on Apr 10, 2023

YouTube Music Will Have Spotify-Like Real-Time Lyrics Launched on May 22, 2018, YouTube Music has become an alternative to Spotify for many. It offers a vast library of songs, live performances, and albums. It also features music videos, remixes, and covers. It has personalized playlists and a new release mix that provides users with newly released music based on their preferences. It is equipped with many helpful features that make...

Apr09

Twitter Disables Likes, Replies, and Retweets to Substack Links

Posted By Jane Danes on Apr 9, 2023

Twitter and Substack War Image In the past few days, a war between Substack and Twitter has started. Substack is a popular subscription newsletter platform. Last week, it introduced a new feature called Notes. It is somehow similar to the microblogging platform Twitter. Twitter responded by disabling the ability to like, retweet or reply to a post that contains the word “Substack.” You will get a warning message if you click...

Mar01

Twitter’s Alternative Bluesky is Now on App Store — But Not Everyone Can Get It

Posted By Jane Danes on Mar 1, 2023

Bluesky Originated within Twitter — an Invite-Only App TechCrunch reported that BlueSky is now on Apple App Store as an invite-only app. This is a project that Jack Dorsey, the co-founder of Twitter, supported. The app resembles Twitter, especially the timeline and profile pages. The app only invited some users to try it out. It debuted on February 17 and has been downloaded 2,000 times. Because of its invite-only status, it...

Feb24

YouTube Adds Multi-Language Dubs

Posted By Jane Danes on Feb 24, 2023

Image Multi-Language Dub on YouTube Some YouTube creators struggled to grow their audience around the world because of a language barrier. But this can change. YouTube recently added a feature that allows creators to add voice tracks to their content in multiple languages. The platform had been testing it with some creators over the past year. And it is now expanding its reach. Thousands of creators can access it now. The...

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