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AI startup Instinct rolled out a new feature called Instinct Selections that pushes human-curated product recommendations to users, but early reactions on X have been largely negative, with users complaining the unsolicited shopping suggestions feel intrusive and Amazon-like.
Discord rolls out an age-verification system with multiple options to estimate user ages and require proof for age-restricted content, following changes due to privacy concerns from user backlash.
DuckDuckGo saw a 30% increase in app installs as users protest Google's AI-driven search overhaul, which forces AI Overviews and AI Mode without an easy opt-out. The privacy-focused search engine's CEO highlights growing demand for AI-free search options.
Google has replaced the Fitbit app with Google Health, integrating an AI health coach, but many users are frustrated with the new interface, lack of customization, and forced AI interactions, leading to widespread calls for the old app's return.