Meta is introducing Meta Verified on Facebook and Instagram. The popular social networking platform will now permit anyone who agrees to pay the price to have a blue tick on their profile.
Previously, Twitter sold the blue tick exclusively given to well-known people. Also, Instagram’s policy permitted influencers, politicians, celebrities, and those working in the media to have a blue checkmark next to their name.
The Service Provides Protection From Impersonation
The company offers Facebook and Instagram users a blue tick starting at £9.99 per month, much like Elon Musk’s Twitter Blue.
To be eligible, subscribers must be at least 18 years old and provide a valid government ID. In the US, Australia, and New Zealand, the feature is already accessible. In the following weeks, it will be available to UK people.
Those who Meta has approved will receive a verified badge, which the tech company claims will provide them with “proactive impersonation protection,” which helps stop anyone from impersonating online.
According to the statement, verified users will also have “access to a real person” if they run into any problems with their accounts.
The service is aimed at creators who want to establish their authenticity on social media, protect their accounts from impersonation, and gain access to more features and support; it also provides direct access to customer support, exclusive stickers, and 100 “Stars” per month on Facebook.
According to sources, users verified on Facebook and Instagram would no longer be required to pay for Meta’s paid verification plan. Rules could alter if Meta decides to remove the legacy accounts.
Users who are “a public figure, celebrity, or brand and meet the account and eligibility requirements,” as stated on the platforms’ support pages, may still apply for a verified badge. This is in addition to joining Meta Verified.
Following theTwitter Blue subscription
Following the launch of Musk’s premium Twitter Blue subscription in November 2022, action was taken.
Particularly, on April 20, Musk withdrew what became known as “legacy” verification ticks from account users, reserving the “verified” blue badge for those who had paid for Twitter Blue and authenticated their phone numbers.
A paid layer that boosts prominence has been added to monetize the platforms in various ways. At the time, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that he had projected an increase in the company’s growth but that it had not occurred.
US pharmacy giant PharMerica has reported a cybersecurity incident that affects over 5.8 million people. The data theft has been claimed by ransomware group Money Message.
US pharmacy giant PharMerica has notified over 5.8 million people about a security incident in which it says personal information and medical information may have been obtained by cybercriminals. The Data Breach Notification lists the total number of persons affected as 5,815,591.
An investigation was started after PharMerica noticed suspicious activity on its network. The investigation showed that an unauthorized party accessed PharMerica computer systems on March 12-13, 2023, and that this party may have had access to certain personal information. The incident was noticed on March 14, and a week later PharMerica identified that the personal information accessed included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, medication lists and health insurance information.
Ransomware group Money Message has claimed responsibility for the attack. The gang claims that they encrypted almost the entire PharMerica infrastructure, and has published parts of the stolen data to their leak site.
Money Message is a new ransomware which targets both Windows and Linux systems. As we mentioned in our May ransomware review, Taiwanese PC parts maker MSI also fell victim to Money Message.
“At this point, PharMerica is not aware of any fraud or identity theft to any individual as a result of this incident, but is nonetheless notifying potentially affected individuals to provide them with more information and resources. The notice will include information on steps individuals can take to protect themselves against potential fraud or identity theft. PharMerica has arranged for complimentary identity protection and credit monitoring services for potentially affected individuals.”
An extra point of concern is that a relative large part of the people affected by the breach have passed away, which makes it unlikely that relatives will regularly monitor their credit reports, making any cybercrime related to the stolen data even more difficult to detect and stop.
What to do if you’ve been caught in a data breach
There are some actions you can take if you are, or suspect you may have been, the victim of a data breach.
Check the vendor’s advice. Every breach is different, so check with the vendor to find out what’s happened, and follow any specific advice they offer.
Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you.
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA). If you can, use a FIDO2-compliant hardware key, laptop or phone as your second factor. Some forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) can be phished just as easily as a password. 2FA that relies on a FIDO2 device can’t be phished.
Watch out for fake vendors. The thieves may contact you posing as the vendor. Check the vendor website to see if they are contacting victims, and verify any contacts using a different communication channel.
Take your time. Phishing attacks often impersonate people or brands you know, and use themes that require urgent attention, such as missed deliveries, account suspensions, and security alerts.
Prevent intrusions. Stop threats early before they can even infiltrate or infect your endpoints. Use endpoint security software that can prevent exploits and malware used to deliver ransomware.
Detect intrusions. Make it harder for intruders to operate inside your organization by segmenting networks and assigning access rights prudently. Use EDR or MDR to detect unusual activity before an attack occurs.
Stop malicious encryption. Deploy Endpoint Detection and Response software like Malwarebytes EDR that uses multiple different detection techniques to identify ransomware, and ransomware rollback to restore damaged system files.
Create offsite, offline backups. Keep backups offsite and offline, beyond the reach of attackers. Test them regularly to make sure you can restore essential business functions swiftly.
Don’t get attacked twice. Once you’ve isolated the outbreak and stopped the first attack, you must remove every trace of the attackers, their malware, their tools, and their methods of entry, to avoid being attacked again.
Malwarebytes EDR and MDR removes all remnants of ransomware and prevents you from getting reinfected. Want to learn more about how we can help protect your business? Get a free trial below.
Part of the features coming to iPhones and other Apple products is the Personalize Voice feature. Most of the features that will make their way to the public will help Apple devices be more accessible to users. In this article, we will focus on a feature that will adapt to an Apple device user’s voice for real-time usage.
Apple says that it’d be helpful if your smartphone could speak for you when necessary. Well, devices like the Google Pixel can talk to their users during calls. They do this with the text-to-speech feature which enables users to type the sentences and the device reads them aloud.
This is a cool feature, but Apple is looking at the bigger picture here as it makes this feature even better. Instead of using a computerized voice to read aloud sentences during calls, Apple aims for something different and special. With this feature, users will be able to hear their voice read aloud typed sentences.
More accessibility coming to iPhones with the Personalize Voice feature
This feature aims to help users with some sort of speech impediment make calls. Users will be able to use this feature on apps like FaceTime and also during in-person conversations. Simply type out what you wish to say and the Apple device will read it aloud to your hearing.
But what makes this feature interesting is that it will sound like the user while reading aloud. To set this up, users will have to read along with random text prompts that Apple will make available. While reading these prompts, the device will record the user’s voice for real-time usage.
There will be about 150 prompts for users to read through, this will help train the device to mimic their voice. The entire process will take about 15 minutes and after this, the Personalize Voice feature will be ready for usage. Once the setup process is complete, users can now type out sentences to be read aloud with their voice during calls.
All sentences this feature reads out remain private and secure, so users can feel at ease using it. During calls, users can chip in commonly used phrases like ‘How are you doing’ without having to type them out. This will change the way most users interact with their iPhones and other Apple products.
While this feature is designed to help those with speech impediments, it can also be put to use by anyone. This feature alongside others will become available to users globally after the coming Apple event. Will you be eager to listen to your voice during calls with the use of this feature?
It’s no secret that no one has ever been a fan of remembering their passwords. However, the recent LastPass data breach has prompted many individuals to consider alternative password managers like 1Password. Now, to capture the market even further, 1Password will finally roll out passkey support starting June 6th, which will allow users to access websites and services without having to type in usernames and passwords.
While the announcement of passkey support is a step in the right direction towards a passwordless future, 1Password doesn’t plan to immediately grant access to replace your master password. Initially, the rollout will begin in beta, and users will need to download the 1Password beta browser extension, available for Safari, Firefox, and Chromium-based browsers. Furthermore, passkey support for mobile devices is still under development and will not be available with the current beta access.
What are Passkeys?
Developed by the FIDO authentication standards, passkeys are a form of authentication technology that generates two cryptographic keys: one public and one private, associated with the user’s account. Therefore, when a user attempts to log in to a service using passkeys, 1Password will use the public key to verify the person’s identity by matching it with the private key. This process ensures stronger security, as passkeys are resistant to phishing attempts. Additionally, since one of the key pairs is stored on the user’s device, login information remains secure even in the event of a data breach.
Moreover, the fact that 1Password does not rely on Apple’s iCloud passkey support or Google’s Password Manager makes it a better choice for users who use both iOS and Android simultaneously. Additionally, users can also securely share their passkeys with their family members.
Although companies like Google and Apple consider passkeys to be the future, the technology is still relatively new. 1Password itself maintains a list of sites and services that support passkeys, and it only has 38 entries listed. Therefore, even with more sites adopting passkeys, we still have a long way to go before we eliminate the need for passwords.
Current, but outgoing, Twitter CEO and all around boss of the popular social network —Elon Musk —recently appointed a new CEO to take his place on Twitter while he takes on a different role within the company. However, as the new CEO isn’t scheduled to start for the next few weeks, Elon has already begun to make moves in the direction that he wants to take the company in.
As reported by Axios, Twitter appears to have made its first acquisition in the form of the recruitment startup, Laskie. Laskie is a relatively unknown, two year old company, that focuses on matching candidates with tech jobs. Needless to say, this potential acquisition opens up a world of possibilities on how Twitter could emerge as a destination for job seekers.
Details, or even confirmation, of the acquisition are yet to be revealed. However, much speculation is already taking place on how owning a tech recruitment company could be an advantage to Twitter. One common thought is that Twitter could use its extensive user base and real-time communication capabilities to facilitate connections between job seekers and employers.
Currently, the crown in that space is held by LinkedIn, which is the world’s largest professional network on the internet. However, Twitter’s built-in networking capabilities can be a huge advantage for job seekers. The platform’s ability to connect people across industries and geographies could help individuals expand their professional networks and tap into hidden job opportunities. Employers, on the other hand, can leverage Twitter’s extensive reach to target a diverse pool of talent and discover candidates with unique skill sets.
It remains to be seen which steps will follow this reported acquisition, if confirmed. Musk has made his feelings clear on the fact that he wants to transform Twitter into “X, the everything app,” and the world is very curious to see how exactly this will play out.
The ‘RA Group’ is a recently emerged ransomware organization that is actively attacking the following companies in the United States and South Korea:-
Pharmaceutical companies
Insurance companies
Wealth management companies
Manufacturing companies
Cybersecurity researchers at Cisco Talos observed them employing the common ‘double-extortion’ technique by establishing a data leak website on the dark web to disclose compromised information and compel victims into paying the ransom.
RA Hacker Group
After going online on April 22nd, 2023, the ransomware group began publishing their first victims’ details on April 27th, displaying sample files, data types, and data links.
While apart from this, RA Group utilizes an encryptor derived from the leaked source code of the now-defunct Babuk ransomware.
Sentinel Labs recently disclosed that, following the leakage of Babuk ransomware source code on a Russian hacker forum in September 2021, at least nine ransomware groups had employed it to extend their attack surface to the following platforms:-
Apart from the ransomware groups identified in Sentinel Labs’ report, Cisco Talos has documented a timeline of attacks by various groups utilizing ransomware offshoots from the Babuk source code, such as:-
Rook
Night Sky
Pandora
Nokoyawa
Cheerscrypt
AstraLocker 2.0
ESXiArgs
RA Group distinguishes itself by employing custom ransom notes tailored for each targeted organization, along with using victim-specific executable names.
In contrast, their ransomware targets all logical drives and network shares, except for essential Windows system folders like boot and Program Files, encrypting specific directories.
RA Group employs intermittent encryption to prevent rendering the victim’s system inoperable and increase the chances of receiving ransom payments.
This risky technique alternates between encrypting and not encrypting sections of files, potentially enabling partial data recovery.
During the encryption process, RA Group’s encryptor employs the following two algorithms:-
curve25519
eSTREAM cipher hc-128
RA Group appends the “.GAGUP” file extension to encrypted files and ensures that volume shadow copies and Recycle Bin contents are deleted, making data restoration more challenging.
Ransom Payment Note
RA Group’s ransom note, named ‘How To Restore Your Files.txt,’ instructs the victim to communicate with the threat actors through the qTox messenger application to discuss the ransom payment.
In addition to providing a link to a repository with stolen files as evidence of the data breach, the ransom note specifies that if the victim does not initiate contact within three days, the RA Group will expose the stolen files of the victim.
Due to its recent emergence and limited number of victims, the methods employed by this ransomware operation to breach systems and propagate across networks remain unclear.
We take a look at yet another ransomware group making use of leaked Babuk code.
The bones of long gone ransomware group Babuk continue to rattle in the breeze, in the form of reused code. Researchers from Cisco Talos have named this new team the “RA Group”, a ransomware collective which may have only been up and running since last month.
The leaked builder has proven to be very useful for those in the ransomware realm, and people wanting to get in on the act. Its versatility and relative ease of use ensures that—sadly—we’ll likely be seeing Babuk lurking at the edges of ransomware development for a long time to come.
Our latest Babuk beneficiary, the RA Group, already has four known compromises in the US and South Korea. According to Talos, like many other forms of ransomware, the attacks are based around double extortion tactics. This is where the target isn’t just stuck with encrypted, inaccessible files, they’re also threatened with the stolen data being leaked should the ransom not be paid.
In this case, RA Group is sticking with the tried and tested leak portal technique. Watching confidential information be spilled across the internet for download is certainly one way to encourage a business to pay up, and an effective tactic. Talos reports that the main leak site is undergoing various cosmetic tweaks and alterations, confirming the impression that this is all very new indeed.
If you’re unfortunate enough to end up on the leak portal, your details are organised like so:
Organisation name
A list of stolen data / file size
Organisation URL
Customised ransom notes are used for compromised entities, with three days given to pay up or risk the data being made public. When the three day mark is reached, “sample files” are made public. After 7 days, everything goes public.
A list of the stolen data is also provided in the ransom note, which isn’t something you see all the time. There’s no better way to show you mean business than explain exactly what you’ve done to supplier, tax, and financial information across every compromised desktop. Talos notes that the impacted organisation is also mentioned inside the code of the executable too.
Should your data eventually end up for sale, the below message may eventually provide lots of sleepless nights:
If you want to buy this data, please contact us by qtox
qTox is an instant messaging tool billed as being secure and private, particularly with regard to avoiding having your Government listening in on what you might be saying. Ransomware groups using instant message to communicate with victims is fairly common, and they often make use of secure tools to do so.
Prevent intrusions. Stop threats early before they can even infiltrate or infect your endpoints. Use endpoint security software that can prevent exploits and malware used to deliver ransomware.
Detect intrusions. Make it harder for intruders to operate inside your organization by segmenting networks and assigning access rights prudently. Use EDR or MDR to detect unusual activity before an attack occurs.
Stop malicious encryption. Deploy Endpoint Detection and Response software like Malwarebytes EDR that uses multiple different detection techniques to identify ransomware, and ransomware rollback to restore damaged system files.
Create offsite, offline backups. Keep backups offsite and offline, beyond the reach of attackers. Test them regularly to make sure you can restore essential business functions swiftly.
Don’t get attacked twice. Once you’ve isolated the outbreak and stopped the first attack, you must remove every trace of the attackers, their malware, their tools, and their methods of entry, to avoid being attacked again.
Malwarebytes EDR and MDR removes all remnants of ransomware and prevents you from getting reinfected. Want to learn more about how we can help protect your business? Get a free trial below.
The Google Pixel 7a launched quite recently during Google I/O 2023, and it became Google’s brand new mid-range offering. We’ve already compared it to several devices at this point, and the next in line is a mid-ranger from Samsung. In this article, we’ll compare the Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A54. These two phones do have similar price tags, and are kind of direct competitors, especially in the US. So, it’ll be interesting to see how they compare.
We’ll first list their specifications, and will then move to compare their designs, displays, performance, battery life, cameras, and audio performance. These two phones are quite different, both in terms of the design, and their internals. That ought to make for an interesting comparison. Let’s get to it.
Both of these phones feature a centered display camera at the top of their displays, and have flat displays. That’s where similarities end, though. The Pixel 7a has a more squarish shape, while the Galaxy A54 includes considerably rounded corners. Its display corners are also more rounded than the ones on the Pixel 7a. Both smartphones do include physical buttons on the right-hand side, but the order is different. The Pixel 7a has a power key above the volume rocker buttons, while it’s the other way around on the Galaxy A54.
If we flip them around, you’ll see even more differences. The Pixel 7a has a camera visor on the back, which is covered by metal. The Galaxy A54 includes three separate camera islands on the back, which are vertically oriented in the top-left corner. The Pixel 7a comes with a frame made out of metal, and a plastic back. The Galaxy A54 is the other way around, it includes a plastic frame, with a glass back (Gorilla Glass 5).
The Pixel 7a is considerably smaller, so it’s easier to use with one hand. It’s noticeably shorter, a lot narrower, and slightly thicker. It is also lighter than the Galaxy A54, but not by much. It weighs 193.5 grams, compared to 202 grams of the Galaxy A54. Both smartphones are IP67 certified for water and dust resistance. They are both slippery, so keep that in mind. The Pixel 7a is easier to grip, however, due to its size. They both feel like well-built pieces of tech.
Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A54: Display
There is a 6.1-inch fullHD+ (2400 x 1080) 90Hz OLED display included on the Pixel 7a. That display supports HDR content, and it is flat. You will notice that the bottom bezel is thicker than the rest of them, and the display ratio is 20:9. This panel is protected by the Gorilla Glass 3. That is not the most modern or the best protection, so it would be wise to use a screen protector here.
The Galaxy A54, on the flip side, has a 6.4-inch fullHD+ (2340 x 1080) Super AMOLED display. This panel is also flat, and it has a 120Hz refresh rate. It supports HDR10+ content, and gets up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness. This display has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9, and a slightly higher screen-to-body ratio. Its bezels are also not uniform, and the Gorilla Glass 5 protects this panel. That’s a considerably better option than Gorilla Glass 3.
Both of these displays are quite good. They have good viewing angles, and are quite vivid. The blacks are deep, to respectable levels, and the touch response is also good. Both displays are more than sharp enough. They also get similarly bright. The Galaxy A54 does have the advantage of a higher refresh rate, which you’ll notice during usage, and it also comes with better display protection.
Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A54: Performance
The Google Pixel 7a is fueled by the Google Tensor G2 SoC. The phone also includes 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 flash storage. The Galaxy A54 is fueled by the Exynos 1380 processor, while it comes in 6GB and 8GB LPDDR5 RAM variants with either 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 flash storage. The Tensor G2 is the more powerful processor here. Does that reflect on performance, though?
Well, for regular, everyday stuff, both smartphones do a great job. Both are quite snappy, and do everything you’d want them to rather fast. We could nitpick here, but there’s really no need to. Both are fast in opening apps, multitasking, browsing, and so on. The difference can be seen when it comes to gaming, however. The Tensor G2 is not really made for gaming, but it still does a better job than the Exynos 1380.
The Pixel 7a has proven capable of playing basically anything we threw at it, including Genshin Impact, though it doesn’t perform at the same level as some Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones. That is to be expected. The Galaxy A54 is below that level too, and below what the Pixel 7a has to offer. Don’t get me wrong, you can play games with both phones, without a problem, but the Pixel 7a will ultimately offer better performance.
Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A54: Battery
Out of the two, the Pixel 7a has a smaller battery, but that is to be expected considering the fact it has a smaller display, and a lower display refresh rate too. The Pixel 7a has a 4,385mAh battery, while the Galaxy A54 comes with a 5,000mAh unit. Having said that, we’ve had some issues with the Pixel 7a battery life at first, but it stabilized since our initial usage, and it’s now quite good, actually.
Getting around 7 hours of screen-on-time from the phone is not a problem, though your mileage may vary, of course. The Galaxy A54 does go beyond that, however. You can cross the 8-hour screen-on-time, well, some of you will be able to. Your usage, apps that you have installed, and your location (cell signal) will play a huge role when it comes to battery life. So, your results may be vastly different from what we’ve seen.
Now, do note that neither phone comes with a charger. The Pixel 7a does support 18W wired charging though, and 7.5W wireless charging. The Galaxy A54 offers support for 25W wired charging, and no wireless charging. The wireless charging on the Pixel 7a is very slow, so chances are you won’t be using it all that much, unless you’re charging overnight, of course. The phone’s wired charging is not particularly fast either. That goes for both devices, actually.
Google Pixel 7a vs Samsung Galaxy A54: Cameras
There is a 64-megapixel main camera on the back of the Pixel 7a, and a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera. The Galaxy A53, on the other hand, has a 50-megapixel main camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 5-megapixel macro camera. Spoiler alert, the Pixel 7a is the better camera smartphone here, and it’s not even close. That actually goes for video recording too, but let’s take it one step at a time.
Images from the Pixel 7a end up looking more balanced, with better dynamic range and white balance. The Galaxy A54 images do not exactly look washed out, but in comparison with the Pixel 7a, it may seem that way. Both phones do capture plenty of detail, but the colors look richer on the Pixel 7a. In low light, the Pixel 7a manages to capture more detail, as the images end up looking less blurry than on the Galaxy A54, and also show more color at the same time.
The video is more stable on the Pixel 7a, even though the footage looks good on both, if we disregard the stabilization factor. Even if we talk about the front-facing cameras, the Pixel 7a comes out on top. The bokeh effect from its front-facing camera looks more realistic, and the images look richer and overall better. The Pixel 7a is not the best camera smartphone out there, not at all, but it does beat the Galaxy A54, at least in our opinion.
Audio
You will find a set of stereo speakers on both of these devices. Those speakers are good on both phones, they’re loud and offer good sound. If we had to nitpick, however, we’d side with the Galaxy A54 here. Its speakers are a bit louder, and do offer slightly more bass.
You will not find an audio jack on either of these two smartphones. You can always use their Type-C ports to connect wired headphones, though. If you opt for a Bluetooth connection, do note that both phones are equipped with Bluetooth 5.3.
Lawmakers in the EU parliament are working on a new bill that aims to prevent misleading product labeling and increase durability. The bill also wants to stop the company’s misleading environmental claims.
The EU parliament has taken serious steps in the last few years to make products more durable and sustainable across the continent. Establishing a standard charging port for tech devices sold in the EU is one of those actions that hopes to reduce e-waste. As well as prevent customers from paying extra to buy a charger when purchasing a new smartphone or tablet.
The lawmakers in the green continent now want to go even greener. By banning misleading ads and generic environmental claims and increasing products durability. The proposed bill aims to empower customers for the “green transition” and encourage companies to launch more sustainable products.
The EU parliament regulates product labeling to prevent false environmental claims
According to the bill details, companies across the EU can no longer make generic claims like “environmentally friendly,” “natural,” “biodegradable,” “climate neutral,” or “eco” if their products can’t uphold these claims. Additionally, any claim based solely on carbon offsetting schemes will be banned in the EU.
The MEPs put forward even more restrictions on product labeling. Making a claim about a product, if that claim is true about a part of the product, will be forbidden.
The EU lawmakers also want to fight early obsolescence in order to make products last longer. As per the new legislation, any design feature limiting a product’s durability or leading to permanent malfunction is not allowed in the continent.
The MEPs further say that a company should not limit a product’s functionality if the consumer wants to use third-party accessories. The seller should also inform buyers of any repair restrictions.
The MEP Biljana Borzan says this legislation will no longer allow the industry to “profit from making consumer goods that break just as the guarantee period is over.” The parliament will soon start negotiations with member states to turn the legislation into a law. Of course, the bill could face opposition from particular companies.
YouTube Music is consistently enhancing its user experience by introducing new features, and in its latest feat to do just that, the music streaming service has recently rolled out an update that recommends albums it thinks may be of interest to you.
This feature was first spotted by a keen-eyed user who then shared his findings on the r/YoutubeMusic subreddit. This was then shared by Android Police whose team then confirmed they were seeing the new “Recommended Albums” section in their YouTube Music home page.
It appears as a horizontally scrolling carousel that showcases personalized album recommendations based on the user’s listening habits. The feature appears on both the web and mobile versions of the app, providing music listeners with a tool to broaden their horizons and explore new sounds that may have otherwise missed.
It is very similar to the “New releases” and “Recommended playlists” carousel where it takes into consideration the user’s preferred artists, their listening history, and the music they’ve saved to their library. By taking all of these elements into account, the platform is able to curate a personalized and tailored music experience for each individual user.
Image Source – u/cancerkol – Reddit
This follows many recent updates to YouTube Music, where Google is obviously making a concerted effort to make the app comparable or better than the competition. An example of this is the recent rollout of Podcasts on the platform, as well as better sharing and real-time lyrics — the latter which has yet to roll out to yours truly.
The latest enhancements made to YouTube Music represent a promising step forward for the music streaming platform. Though a minor feature, having the service recommend artists, albums, or playlists that I may have not discovered otherwise, is a worthy addition considering Google already knows my music tastes based on my YouTube watch history.
