DTH-6-150x150 Anthropic tightens Claude usage limits during peak hours, Indonesia starts enforcing nationwide ban on social media for kids, Google Fiber rebrands as GFiber.

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Anthropic Tightens Claude Usage

Increased demand for Claude has prompted Anthropic to limit peak-hour usage (5 a.m.–11 a.m. PT), causing about 7% of users, especially those running token-heavy tasks, to hit session caps faster, though weekly limits remain unchanged. This reflects broader pressure across the AI industry.

Source: Business Insider

FBI Director’s Personal Gmail Breached

Iran-linked attackers claiming affiliation with the Handala Hack Team say they accessed FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal Gmail, leaking photos and 300+ emails from 2010–2019. The FBI confirmed the material was historical with no classified data. Researchers link this to Iran’s strategy of embarrassing U.S. officials.

Source: Reuters

Indonesia Bans Social Media for Under-16s

Indonesia is enforcing a nationwide restriction on social media access for children under 16, requiring platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram to block accounts. The policy aims to protect roughly 70 million minors from harmful content, exploitation, and addiction.

Source: AP News

Google Fiber Rebrands as GFiber

Following a merger with Astound Broadband, Google Fiber is now GFiber, majority-owned by Stonepeak. Existing services won’t change, and the network supports up to 20 Gbps via 25G PON, though current plans offer up to 8 Gbps for $150/month.

Source: Thurrott

AI Glasses Boom in China

Chinese consumers are adopting AI glasses for navigation, translation, shopping, and exam cheating, with devices from Xiaomi, Alibaba, and Rokid. Challenges include short battery life, overheating, and discomfort, while concerns grow over covert filming and academic dishonesty.

Source: Rest of World

Jeffrey Epstein Victims Sue Google and U.S. Government

A class action alleges Justice Department disclosures exposed victims’ identities and that Google’s search and AI features amplified personal data, causing harassment. The suit could test Section 230 protections.

Source: CNBC

Google Launches Veo AI Video Ads Globally

Google’s Veo generative video model now lets advertisers turn up to three images into 10-second YouTube ads, integrating with AI tools to reduce production needs and lower barriers for small advertisers.

Source: Search Engine Land

Sony Halts Memory Card Orders

Sony has suspended orders for most CFexpress and SD cards due to semiconductor shortages. Existing stock remains available while the halt affects both dealers and consumers worldwide.

Source: The Verge

SK hynix Files for U.S. IPO

South Korea’s SK hynix confidentially filed for a U.S. IPO to raise $10–14 billion, aiming to boost valuation amid growing AI-driven chip demand. The company is a major supplier of high-bandwidth memory.

Source: TechCrunch

AI Reshapes Competitive Chess

AI-driven analysis is increasing draws at top-level chess, prompting grandmasters to adopt unpredictable moves, faster formats, and freestyle variants. Players like Magnus Carlsen are adjusting strategies to reduce AI-prepared advantages.

Source: Bloomberg