tapmad has announced the launch of Pakistan’s first-ever vertical sports streaming experience, setting a new benchmark for how fans consume live sports on mobile devices. Designed specifically for mobile-first audiences, this industry-first feature allows users to stream live sports seamlessly in vertical mode, offering greater convenience, comfort, and immersion.

Driven by its People First, Technology First philosophy, tapmad continues to innovate at the intersection of advanced technology and evolving user behavior. The introduction of vertical sports streaming reflects the platform’s commitment to creating future-ready digital experiences that align with how audiences naturally use their smartphones today.

tapmad’s CEO Yassir Pasha said: “As we keep innovating and bringing top-quality experiences to our audiences, this launch reflects our commitment to using cutting-edge technology to strengthen our platform and raise the standard of sports entertainment in the region.”

The vertical viewing experience is optimized for on-the-go consumption, enabling smoother access to live action and key moments without the need to rotate screens or compromise viewing quality. By prioritizing intuitive design and user-centric functionality, tapmad enhances accessibility while maintaining premium streaming standards.

Commenting on the launch, tapmad COO Aly Rana said, “At tapmad, we put people and technology first. This launch represents a significant step in our mission to innovate, using advanced technology to make sports content more accessible, engaging, and enjoyable for fans across Pakistan.”

The launch further strengthens tapmad’s position as a digital innovator and a leader in Pakistan’s growing sports streaming ecosystem. Through continuous investment in advanced streaming technologies and user-focused solutions, tapmad remains committed to delivering premium, accessible, and engaging sports content to audiences nationwide.

Now that it’s easier than ever to create nsfw images of anyone using AI, Google has launched a new tool designed to help users remove non-consensual explicit images from Search results. It not only applies to deepfakes but also to real explicit images posted without consent.

While the tool does not prevent such content from being published online, it allows individuals to select an image in Search and submit a request for its deletion.

How the Removal Works

Users can click the three-dot menu next to an image in Search results and select “remove result.” From there, they can choose the option stating that the image shows a sexual image of them.

Other available options include reporting that the image shows a person under 18 or contains personal information. If users select the sexual image option, they will be asked whether the image is real or a deepfake. There is also an option to submit multiple images in one request.

Google said users will immediately receive links to emotional and legal support organizations after submitting a request. The company also allows users to opt into safeguards that filter out similar results in Search. However, the images may remain visible to other users if they are not reported.

The feature is expected to roll out to most countries over the coming days.

Expanded “Results About You” Hub

Users can track removal requests through Google’s “Results about you” hub. To use the tool, individuals must provide personal contact information and government identification numbers.

The hub previously monitored whether personal details appeared in Search results. With this update, it will also scan for social security numbers, driver’s license details, and passport information.

Google said it will notify users if such sensitive information appears in Search results and provide options to request removal.

Updates to the “Results about you” hub will begin rolling out to users in the United States in the coming days.

Dark Web Reports Discontinued

The update comes as Google shuts down its dark web reporting feature, which previously alerted users if their name, phone number, or email address appeared online, often due to data breaches.

Google stated that the feature did not effectively help users take the next steps to address the issue. The company indicated that the new tools are intended to provide clearer removal actions.

Amazon is reportedly considering launching a marketplace that would allow publishers to license their content directly to AI companies.

According to The Information, Amazon has been meeting with publishing executives and discussing plans for such a platform. Ahead of an AWS conference for publishers held on Tuesday, the company circulated slides referencing a potential content marketplace.

When contacted by TechCrunch, an Amazon spokesperson did not deny the report but did not confirm specific plans. The spokesperson said Amazon maintains long-standing relationships with publishers across AWS, Retail, Advertising, AGI, and Alexa, and that the company is continually innovating, but had nothing specific to share.

Industry Push for Licensed AI Training Data

The reported move comes as AI companies seek legally secure sources of training data amid ongoing lawsuits and copyright disputes.

Amazon would not be the first major technology firm to introduce a content licensing marketplace. Microsoft recently launched a Publisher Content Marketplace, which it says provides publishers with a new revenue stream while giving AI systems scaled access to premium content. Microsoft described the initiative as a transparent economic framework for licensing.

AI companies have already pursued licensing agreements directly with media organizations. OpenAI, for example, has signed partnerships with the Associated Press, Vox Media, News Corp, and The Atlantic, among others.

Legal Concerns

Despite these agreements, legal challenges over the use of copyrighted material in AI training continue. Numerous lawsuits have been filed, and courts are still addressing how copyright law applies to AI systems. New regulatory proposals are also being introduced.

Publishers have also expressed concern that AI-generated summaries, particularly those displayed by Google in search results, may reduce traffic to their websites. A recent study cited in the report described the impact on user click-through rates as severe.

The Information reported that some publishers may view a marketplace-based licensing system as a more sustainable model than individual partnerships, potentially allowing revenue to scale as AI usage expands.