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AI wearables that listen and summarise conversations spread, privacy concerns resurface

AI wearable devices that listen to daily conversations and produce summaries are spreading, reviving disputes in the United States over privacy and illegal interception. Critics say analysing spoken content itself could violate some state laws even if no audio file is stored. Amazon has unveiled Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse, while Apple plans new Apple Watch features. Lawyers say continuous listening and written summaries may still be classed as interception without consent.

Crypto

U.S. crypto industry shifts strategy after Clarity Act fails, targets Senate elections

The U.S. cryptocurrency industry is shifting its focus from persuading lawmakers to intervening in elections after Senate legislation stalled. Coinbase-founded advocacy group Stand With Crypto released its first list of endorsed Senate candidates, backing Republicans in Ohio and Iowa and Democrats in New Hampshire. It said endorsements are based on candidates’ crypto policies, not party. Fairshake PAC launched a $30 million campaign targeting Sherrod Brown as overall crypto political spending nears $200 million.

Industry

Plug-in solar takes off in U.S., turning apartment balconies into power plants

Small plug-in solar systems that connect to a household power outlet are being legalised across the United States, lowering barriers for residential solar adoption. The system links a small panel with a microinverter to supply power at home and can add a battery for nighttime use or emergency backup during outages. Compared with rooftop solar, plug-in products cost far less and can be installed by consumers. Several states have set rules, while bills in California and New York await signatures.