PlugIn Weekly

August 16th, 2024

1. AI Angel AI is the new artificial intelligence assistant developed for children, programmed with greater control over content and information. Read full here
2. Social Network Flipboard is moving forward in its integration of the ActivityPub protocol, guidelines that aim to develop decentralized social networks with higher quality content curation. The application, developed as a personalized digital magazine, is implementing protocols similar to Threads. This integration allows users to better connect with each other, according to the content in their profiles. Read full here
3. Metaverse Disney and Epic Games announced that Dr. Doom will be available in Fortnite. The introduction of this character marks the beginning of Marvel’s integration into the metaverse. Read full here
4. XR Varjo’s virtual reality were the first to be approved by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration. This virtual reality system will be used to develop the first simulator for training and simulation in the new aviator program. Read full here
5. Finance The new version of Apple’s operating system, iOS 18.1, will allow NFC transactions. This will allow iPhone owners to make payments through their smartphone. Read full here