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Ask Maps Can Now Put Your food in the Cart Before You Leave the Office
Google Maps is introducing new features to enhance its utility, including an "Ask Maps" function that allows users to order food for pickup by scanning restaurants along their route. The app will also integrate AI, powered by Gemini, to personalize responses using data from other Google services like Gmail, and will provide real-time transit updates. These updates aim to allow users to accomplish more tasks directly within the Maps application.
Steam Malware Allegedly Helped Florida Man Steal Over $220,000 In Crypto
A 21-year-old man, Zyaire Dontaevious Zamarion Wilkins, has been arrested for allegedly distributing malware disguised as Steam games to steal over $220,000 in cryptocurrency. The malware infected approximately 8,000 devices, harvesting login credentials and draining crypto wallets. Wilkins reportedly used stolen funds to purchase gift cards, with investigators tracing transactions to his home address.
You Can Now Order Games And Consoles From GameStop With Uber Eats
GameStop has partnered with Uber Eats, allowing customers to order games, consoles, and collectibles through the delivery app. This collaboration expands Uber Eats' retail offerings, which already include stores like Best Buy and Target. The article also touches on GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen's ongoing pursuit of acquiring eBay and the potential impact of Sony phasing out physical game discs on GameStop's business model.
Amazon adds dynamic food delivery ordering to Alexa+
Amazon is enhancing its Alexa artificial intelligence assistant with new dynamic food delivery ordering capabilities through GrubHub and Uber Eats. Users with Amazon devices featuring large screens, such as the Echo Show 8 or larger, can now place orders using natural language, specifying cuisine types, favorite restaurants, and even special requests. This feature requires linking a GrubHub or Uber Eats account to Alexa.