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- 2026-07-04 product_launch Proton launched Lumo 2.0, an upgraded version of its AI assistant. source
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Xodus project aims to bring Xbox PC games and Game Pass to Linux
A new open-source project named Xodus, developed by the creators of the Heroic Launcher, aims to enable Xbox PC games and Game Pass titles to run on Linux. The project focuses on reverse-engineering Microsoft's propriet…
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Chinese-led team confirms existence of rare glueball particles
A Chinese-led team of approximately 700 scientists from 15 countries has announced the discovery of definitive evidence for glueballs. These rare particles, theorized for 50 years, are composed entirely of gluons, the f…
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User recommends Proton for privacy over free services
A user on Mastodon shared a sentiment that if a product is free, the user becomes the product. They recommended Proton as a confidential alternative to Google Docs, suggesting it offers better privacy for sensitive info…
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OpenAI's free ChatGPT uses older model, has unclear limits
OpenAI's free ChatGPT tier is not using the latest GPT-5.6 Terra model, but rather an older GPT-5.5 Instant version with fluctuating usage limits. The exact number of messages allowed per session varies significantly be…
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Faugus 2.0.4 adds user themes for Linux game compatibility
Faugus, an open-source application designed to run Windows and Steam games on Linux, has released versions 2.0.4 and 2.0.5. The update introduces user theme support, allowing users to customize the application's appeara…
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Anthropic CEO: Don't export AI chips to China, open models are public goods
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has stated that while open-weight AI models are valuable, the US should not export high-performance AI chips to China. He argues that open-weight models, when not possessing dangerous capabili…
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User shares cautious approach to AI tools, exploring Mistral and Proton
The user describes themselves as a "skeptically interested but open" AI user, primarily employing AI tools for basic search and research tasks to overcome laziness. They have primarily used Mistral models but recently d…
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Lumo 2.0 released with significant e2ee and AI improvements
Lumo 2.0, an enhanced version of the original Lumo, has been released. The update focuses on significant improvements, particularly in end-to-end encryption (e2ee) and artificial intelligence (ai) capabilities.
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US startups urge Trump administration not to block Chinese AI models · 6 sources tracked
Nearly 200 Silicon Valley companies, including Proton and Y Combinator, have sent an open letter to the Trump administration urging against blocking access to Chinese open-weight AI models. The companies argue that such…
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Apple details how to disable Apple Intelligence on iPhone, iPad, Mac
Apple has provided instructions on how to disable its new Apple Intelligence features across its devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The guide, published by Proton, details the steps users can take to opt out of t…
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Bert Hubert criticizes mediocre AI performance at Dutch Tax Administration
Bert Hubert has noted that the Dutch Tax and Customs Administration is using AI, but its performance on tax law and jurisprudence is mediocre. He suggests this is unsurprising given the nature of generative AI. Hubert a…
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Proton CTO on Privacy, Policy, and Trust in the Digital Age
Proton's CTO, Bart Butler, discussed the challenges of balancing user privacy with evolving regulations and the need for trust in technology services. He emphasized that companies cannot solely rely on legal frameworks …
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Proton launches European GenAI product amid environmental concerns
Proton has launched a new generative AI product, emphasizing its European base, open-source nature, and commitment to privacy by not using data for ads or AI training. However, concerns have been raised about the produc…
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Proton's Lumo AI project needs further development
Proton's Lumo AI project still requires significant development, according to a Mastodon post. The post, which includes hashtags related to AI and Proton, suggests that the project has a long way to go.
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Meta's Muse Image AI sparks privacy concerns over public profile photo usage
Meta's new AI image generator, Muse Image AI, is facing criticism from privacy advocates for its default setting that allows the tool to create images using photos of users with public Instagram profiles. Critics argue …
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Proton introduces Lumo AI with zero-access encryption for enhanced privacy
Lumo AI, an artificial intelligence assistant developed by Proton, has been introduced to users. A key feature of Lumo AI is its zero-access encryption, ensuring that conversations between users and the AI are private a…
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Windows Telemetry GDID Used to Track and Arrest Hacker
The recent arrest and extradition of hacker Peter Stokes have highlighted the role of Microsoft Windows' Global Device Identifier (GDID) in tracking users. Authorities used Windows telemetry data, including the GDID and…
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Proton launches Lumo 2.0 with image generation and private search
Proton has released Lumo 2.0, a significant upgrade to its privacy-focused AI assistant. This new version introduces capabilities such as image generation, enhanced memory functions, and private web search. The company …
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Proton launches Lumo 2.0 for private, EU-style AI interactions
Proton has released Lumo 2.0, a new chatbot designed with a focus on user privacy and data security, adhering to EU regulations. Unlike many other AI models, Lumo 2.0 reportedly does not use user data for training purpo…
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Proton launches Lumo 2.0 with image generation and memory features
Proton has released Lumo 2.0, marking the most significant update to its privacy-focused AI assistant. This new version introduces enhanced capabilities, including image generation and memory functions, aiming to provid…