Amazon Adds AI‑Powered ‘Ask This Book’ to Kindle E‑Readers
Amazon’s latest Kindle software update, version 5.20.2, introduces the AI‑driven “Ask This Book” feature directly on e‑readers, allowing users to query text and receive instant answers.
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Society of Authors retracts AI charter after author backlash
The UK‑based Society of Authors withdrew its newly released global charter on artificial‑intelligence use following strong opposition from its members.
Lefebvre Dalloz Pursues In-House AI to Protect Content
Lefebvre Dalloz is developing its own artificial‑intelligence platform, GenIA‑L, to maintain control over its legal publishing content amid industry shifts.
Franco‑Francophone Audiobook and Podcast Summit to Take Place in Strasbourg
The Franco‑Francophone Audiobook and Podcast Summit will run from 9 to 10 November in Strasbourg, bringing together industry leaders to discuss platform economics, AI, library roles and African initiatives.
ALLi Podcast Explores AI’s Role in Independent Book Marketing
Alli’s latest Member Q&A podcast examines whether AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT can handle key marketing tasks for self‑published authors.