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Dec 2024
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X added, then quickly removed, Grok’s new ‘Aurora’ image generator, Apple is being sued for failing to implement tools that would detect CSAM in iCloud, and TikTok inches closer to a US ban after judges shot down appeal. It's Monday, December 9th and this is Engadget News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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