Impakti.com
EN|SQ
HomeEconomyTechnologyPoliticsWorldWeatherCultureLifestyleScienceOp-EdNation

Download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
Impakti.com

Impakti is a bilingual digital news platform delivering news and analysis in English and Albanian.

  • Radio Impakti
  • Weather
  • Crypto
  • Terms of Use
  • Advertise
  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Newsletter

Find us on:

media@impakti.com

Agim Ramadani St.

10000 Pristina

© 2026 Impakti. All rights reserved.

Technology

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Innovation · Trends · Analysis

Amazon introduces physical terminals for transferring data to the cloud
Technology

Amazon introduces physical terminals for transferring data to the cloud

At the re:Invent 2024 conference, Amazon introduced Data Transfer Terminal, a physical location for AWS users that enables the physical transfer of data to the cloud. Users can book a time through the AWS platform, assign specialists for the process, and visit a dedicated location to transfer their data. This service is designed for those who need fast and secure transfers of large volumes of data. Data Transfer Terminal offers high transfer speeds of up to 400 Gbps over a secure, high-capacity connection. Initially, the terminals have opened in New York City and Los Angeles, with plans to expand to other cities.
Ad space
Technology

The Department of Justice (DOJ) wants Google to sell Chrome

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked Google to sell its popular browser, Chrome, in an antitrust case aimed at curbing the company’s dominance in the digital marketplace. According to the DOJ, Google has used Chrome to strengthen its control over advertising and data, stifling competition and innovation. The move is part of a broader effort to balance the technology market and prevent monopolistic practices. Google has denied the allegations, saying Chrome is an important tool for users globally and that its actions are in line with competition laws. The company claims that its browser has helped develop the Internet and improve the user experience. According to Google, such interference could negatively affect users and the digital ecosystem. If the DOJ succeeds in forcing the sale of Chrome, it could have major consequences for users and the market. New alternatives could emerge in the browser market, while increased competition could lead to improvements in product performance and security. It could also change the way companies interact with digital advertising and users. The trial is expected to last several months, with significant ramifications for the tech industry. If the DOJ wins the case, it would signal a major shift in the government’s approach to corporate dominance, paving the way for similar moves against other tech giants. A sale of Chrome would be one of the largest intrusions on a tech company in decades.

In this section

Microsoft Teams brings voice cloning innovation
Technology

Microsoft Teams brings voice cloning innovation

In a groundbreaking development, Microsoft Teams is introducing a new feature that will allow users to clone their own voice in English. The feature, powered by advanced artificial intelligence, promises to improve accessibility and reshape the way professionals collaborate in virtual environments. Voice cloning allows users to create a digital copy of their voice, which can then be used for text-to-speech capabilities within the Teams platform. The feature is specifically aimed at helping users with speech difficulties, those who need to communicate in noisy environments, or professionals who want to simplify some repetitive communication tasks. The voice cloning process requires users to record a few short phrases, which AI uses to generate a voice profile that mimics the user’s unique tone, accent, and rhythm. The development underscores Microsoft’s commitment to using AI technology to create a more inclusive and efficient communication experience. Despite potential privacy and security concerns, Microsoft has assured users that the voice cloning process is secure and compliant with the highest data protection regulations. The feature is expected to launch initially for English-speaking users, with plans to expand support to other languages in the future. Microsoft Teams continues to be a leader in delivering innovative solutions.
Elon Musk has reopened the lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of abandoning its mission.
Technology

Elon Musk has reopened the lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of abandoning its mission.

Elon Musk has withdrawn and then reopened a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of abandoning its non-profit mission. The renewed lawsuit names new defendants, including Microsoft, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, and Dee Templeton, a former OpenAI board member and Microsoft vice president. The lawsuit also includes several new plaintiffs, including Shivon Zilis, a Neuralink executive and former OpenAI board member, and Musk’s company. Musk’s lawyers allege that OpenAI is trying to eliminate competitors by “asking investors not to fund them.” According to the lawsuit, OpenAI is unfairly taking advantage of Microsoft’s infrastructure and expertise in a deal that is considered a “de facto merger.” One of the charges involves Hoffman, who served on the boards of Microsoft and OpenAI, as well as being a partner at investment firm Greylock, with insider knowledge of the companies’ deals. Hoffman is believed to have had ties to Inflection, an AI startup that Microsoft acquired and which could be considered a competitor to OpenAI. The lawsuit also names Templeton, accusing her of her role in facilitating anticompetitive agreements between Microsoft and OpenAI. Musk and the other plaintiffs allege that these agreements violate antitrust laws.
Meta makes its Llama models available for national security applications
Technology

Meta makes its Llama models available for national security applications

To combat the perception that its artificial intelligence is aiding foreign adversaries, Meta said today that it is making its “Llama” AI model series available to U.S. Government agencies and its national security contractors. “We are pleased to confirm that we are making Llama available to U.S. Government agencies, including those working on defense and national security applications, and to private sector partners who support their work,” Meta wrote in a blog post. “We’re partnering with companies including Accenture, Amazon Web Services, Anduril, Booz Allen, Databricks, Deloitte, IBM, Leidos, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Oracle, Palantir, Scale AI and Snowflake to bring Llama to government agencies. Oracle is using Llama to process aircraft maintenance documents. Scale AI is adapting Llama to support specific missions of national security teams. And Lockheed Martin is offering Llama to its defense customers for generating computer code. Meta’s policy normally prohibits developers from using Llama for any project related to military, combat or espionage missions. But the company is making an exception in this case, as well as exceptions for similar government agencies in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand,” she told Bloomberg.

More headlines

06

The AI Revolution is Facing Consumer Backlash Over Privacy

AI Revolution Faces Consumer Backlash Over Privacy As artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly integrated into our everyday devices, consumers are increasingly in a complex relationship with digital giants like Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Apple. These companies are introducing AI-powered features for everything from composing emails to editing photos, touting them as essential tools for modern life. But consumer reaction has been mixed, with many wondering who asked for this AI invasion—and whether it’s here to help or hinder. The AI boom is evident on several platforms. On Google, a query now often produces an AI-generated summary before traditional search results. On Meta’s Instagram, a simple search can trigger a chatbot interaction with Meta AI. This month, Apple is introducing its own AI suite, Apple Intelligence, through software updates that bring AI to features like photo and text editing. Privacy concerns are huge. AI tools rely on user data to function effectively, and companies collect vast amounts of information from searches, photos, and even social media posts to train their algorithms. This data collection has raised concerns, especially when companies like Microsoft use LinkedIn content to train AI, prompting questions about where and how personal information is used. For users looking to maintain some control, there are a few options—though not uniformly across all platforms. Google offers a way to filter out AI-generated search summaries by selecting the “Web” tab, though there’s no permanent way to disable AI entirely. Users can also prevent Google from storing search data by managing settings on the “My Activity” page. Microsoft’s AI Copilot in the Edge browser can be turned off in settings, while LinkedIn users can opt out of having their posts used to train AI. Apple, promoting itself as a privacy-conscious tech giant, requires users to opt in to Apple Intelligence, which the company says was designed with privacy in mind. Unlike competitors, Apple says user data is not stored on its servers long-term. With AI likely to grow in popularity, the delicate balance between functionality, privacy, and user choice has become a key issue. As companies navigate this terrain, consumers may face not only adapting to the new technology but also demanding clearer boundaries in this new AI-driven world.
Page1234567