| 25.04.2024 13:59
Biden celebrates chip factory promise, voters await production kickoff
On Thursday, the Democratic president will head to upstate New York to celebrate Micron Technology's plans to build a campus of computer chip factories made possible in part with government support. The initial phase of the project would open the first plant in 2028 and the second plant in 2029, wi...
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| 18.04.2024 20:57
Meta's AI model outperforms peers, but confuses Facebook users
Generative AI technology is rapidly evolving, with companies like Google, Meta Platforms, and OpenAI constantly pushing the boundaries to create smarter and more efficient chatbots. Meta recently unveiled new AI models that are already being integrated into Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, but so...
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| 18.04.2024 13:15
Google Fires 28 Employees Involved in Protest of Israeli Cloud Contract
Google has made headlines this week after firing more than two dozen employees who participated in protests against the company's cloud computing contract with the Israeli government. The workers were dismissed following sit-ins at Google's offices in New York and Sunnyvale, California, where they...
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| 18.04.2024 03:37
Biden administration to invest $6.1 billion in Micron Technology for chip plants
The Biden administration has made a groundbreaking agreement to provide $6.1 billion in government support for Micron Technology to establish advanced memory computer chip factories in New York and Idaho. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer played a key role in attracting Micron to Syracuse, where...
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| 10.04.2024 03:01
Tribal nations sue social media over Native youth suicides
Two tribal nations, the Spirit Lake Tribe in North Dakota and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, are taking a stand against social media giants, accusing them of contributing to the disproportionately high rates of suicide among Native American youth. In a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles county...
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| 08.04.2024 18:39
Early Spectators Flock to Niagara Falls for Eclipse
As a total solar eclipse prepares to cross North America on Monday, excitement is building among residents and tourists alike. The eclipse is set to darken skies along a path through Mexico, the United States, and Canada, with totality lasting up to 4 minutes and 28 seconds in certain spots. The ec...
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| 08.04.2024 13:50
Amazon Labor Union Faces Division Ahead of Leadership Election
Two years after making history with a victory at a warehouse in New York City, the first labor union for Amazon workers in the United States finds itself in disarray, facing financial difficulties and internal divisions. The Amazon Labor Union, led by president Chris Smalls, has been struggling to...
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| 08.04.2024 01:31
Eclipse spectators prepare for weather challenges in US, Mexico, and Canada
Eclipse enthusiasts from across three countries are eagerly awaiting Monday's coast-to-coast total solar eclipse, despite cloudy forecasts threatening to obstruct the sun-vanishing spectacle. The rare event, which won't be visible in North America for another 21 years, stretches from Mexico to Cana...
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| 07.04.2024 00:58
Total solar eclipse forecast: Will your city have clear skies Monday?
As the highly anticipated total solar eclipse approaches on Monday, meteorologists are warning that clouds may obstruct the view for spectators in Texas and other areas along the path in North America. National Weather Service meteorologist Bob Oravec stated that most of Texas does not look promisi...
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| 04.04.2024 03:49
NYC AI Chatbot Encourages Illegal Activity, City Refuses to Remove
An artificial intelligence-powered chatbot created by New York City to assist small business owners has come under fire for dispensing inaccurate and bizarre advice that contradicts local policies and even encourages businesses to violate the law. Despite reports of these issues by tech news outlet...
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| 03.04.2024 19:35
Elon Musk's X appoints new safety chiefs as it seeks to rebuild ads business?
Elon Musk's social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter, has announced the appointment of new executives to oversee safety on the platform. Kylie McRoberts, a company veteran, has been named head of safety, while Yale Cohen, previously from Publicis Media, will serve as head of brand safety...
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| 02.04.2024 01:01
Trump Media stock plummets 21% on $58 million loss
Less than a week after its highly anticipated stock market debut, Trump Media & Technology Group, the social media company founded by former President Donald Trump, revealed in a filing with securities regulators on Monday that it suffered a significant loss of nearly $58.2 million in 2023. This ne...
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| 28.03.2024 08:57
Schools prepare for total solar eclipse teaching moment
Seventh-grade student Henry Cohen was filled with excitement as he danced to the Beatles' "Here Comes the Sun" in teacher Nancy Morris' classroom at Cleveland's Riverside School. The students were engaged in activities related to the upcoming total solar eclipse in April. Second-graders were also p...
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| 21.03.2024 16:16
Reddit, 'front page of the internet,' to debut on stock market
Reddit, the popular online community platform known for its diverse range of discussions, is set to enter the high-stakes world of the stock market with its IPO priced at $34 a share. The company will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "RDDT" on Thursday, sparking...
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| 21.03.2024 02:17
Reddit IPO set to launch at $34 per share amid high demand
Reddit, the popular social media platform known for its wide-ranging discussions and diverse user base, is set to enter a new era as a publicly traded company with a market value of $6.4 billion. The company's initial public offering was priced at $34 per share, at the top end of the target range s...
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| 15.03.2024 23:36
Ride-sharing giants threaten to leave Minneapolis over pay dispute
The battle between ride-hailing companies and city governments over driver wages has reached a boiling point in Minneapolis, as both Uber and Lyft have threatened to pull out of the city following a City Council vote to guarantee a minimum hourly wage for drivers. The ordinance, which requires ride...
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| 13.03.2024 02:36
NYT battles Wordle copycats with takedown notices
The New York Times is cracking down on Wordle "clones" that have emerged since the game skyrocketed to internet fame less than three years ago. The Times, which purchased Wordle in 2022, has filed several Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) takedown notices to developers of Wordle-inspired game...
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| 11.03.2024 20:55
Teens Find Happiness Without Smartphones: Survey
A new report from the Pew Research Center reveals that nearly three-quarters of U.S. teens feel happy or peaceful when they don't have their phones with them, despite the majority not limiting their phone or social media use. This comes as policymakers and children's advocates are increasingly conc...
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| 11.03.2024 17:26
Reddit seeks to raise $750 million in IPO
Reddit, the popular social media company, is planning to raise nearly $750 million in its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) of common stock. The company disclosed in a regulatory filing that the IPO will consist of 22 million shares of Class A common stock, with approximately 15.3 million shar...
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| 08.03.2024 20:56
NYPD targets critics on social media, sparking concerns
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has recently come under criticism for their aggressive and controversial use of social media to promote their policies and attack other civil servants. The department's "NYPD: Most Wanted" video, featuring dramatic footage of police raids and arrests, has spark...
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| 06.03.2024 23:29
OpenAI faces legal hurdles alongside Elon Musk
After a year of global fame, OpenAI is now facing a multitude of challenges that could threaten its position as a leader in artificial intelligence research. The San Francisco company, known for its ChatGPT model, has been embroiled in legal battles with billionaire Elon Musk, who alleges that Open...
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| 05.03.2024 19:01
Montenegro court blocks extradition of Terraform Labs founder
An appeals court in Montenegro has overturned a recent ruling to extradite cryptocurrency mogul and Terraform Labs founder, Do Kwon, to the United States to face fraud charges. The court cited procedural issues over who was the first to file a request for extradition - the U.S. or South Korea. Kwon...
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| 02.03.2024 23:16
Lawyers seek nearly $6 billion in Tesla stock after getting Musk pay package struck down
Lawyers representing Tesla shareholders in a case that successfully argued that Elon Musk's massive pay package was illegal and should be voided have asked a Delaware judge to award them company stock worth $5.6 billion as legal fees. This request, if approved, would be the largest such award in hi...
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| 02.03.2024 18:29
Last chance to plan for April 8 total solar eclipse!
With just a few weeks left until the total solar eclipse on April 8, the race is on to find the perfect spot to witness this rare celestial event. For those lucky enough to live inside the 115-mile-wide path of totality, all they need to do is step outside and put on their special eclipse glasses....
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| 29.02.2024 01:07
Digital outlets sue OpenAI for copyright infringement
Three prominent digital news outlets, The Intercept, Raw Story, and AlterNet, have taken legal action against OpenAI, the owner of ChatGPT, for copyright infringement. The organizations filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in the Southern District of New York, alleging that OpenAI used thousa...
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| 28.02.2024 22:09
US Considers Regulating Connected Vehicles to Prevent Tracking Abusers
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering new regulations to prevent domestic abusers from tracking their victims through vehicles that are connected wirelessly. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is leading the initiative, stating that survivors of domestic abuse should not have t...
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| 23.02.2024 22:26
Decades of Total Solar Eclipses Captured in AP Photos
On April 8, the greatest show on Earth will once again captivate millions as a total solar eclipse races across North America. The moon will perfectly position itself between Earth and the sun, temporarily blocking the sunlight and turning day into night. The eclipse will begin in the Pacific, cros...
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| 17.02.2024 10:00
State governments prioritize safeguarding health data amid abortion debate
A recent report from U.S. Senator Ron Wyden revealed that cellphone location data was used to send millions of anti-abortion ads to individuals who had visited Planned Parenthood offices. This data was collected by a now-defunct data broker called Near Intelligence and used by ads from The Veritas...
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| 17.02.2024 03:52
Amazon argues that national labor board is unconstitutional, joining SpaceX and Trader Joe's
Amazon, the e-commerce giant, has joined the ranks of companies challenging the constitutionality of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). In a legal filing made on Thursday, Amazon argued that the 88-year-old agency is unconstitutional, echoing similar claims made by SpaceX and Trader Joe's e...
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| 16.02.2024 23:45
Introducing Sora: OpenAI's Revolutionary Text-to-Video Generator
OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, has announced its venture into AI-generated video with the introduction of Sora, a text-to-video generator. This tool utilizes generative artificial intelligence to instantly create short videos based on written commands. While there have been previous demonstrations o...
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| 15.02.2024 03:17
New York City sues social media platforms over youth mental health crisis
New York City has taken a groundbreaking step by filing a lawsuit against major social media networks, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube. The city's schools and public hospital system blame these platforms for fueling a childhood mental health crisis that is disrupting le...
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| 14.02.2024 23:18
Zuckerberg: Meta's Quest 3 Outshines Apple's Vision Pro
In a surprising move, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, took to Instagram to share his opinion on Apple's new mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro. In a video review, Zuckerberg boldly claimed that Meta's Quest 3 headset is not only the better value but also the better product overall. This move h...
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| 13.02.2024 11:20
OpenAI CEO cautions on the dangers of societal misalignments in artificial intelligence
In a video call at the World Government Summit in Dubai, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI). Altman highlighted the "very subtle societal misalignments" that could lead to havoc caused by AI systems. He emphasized the ne...
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| 01.02.2024 20:10
Massive asteroid to safely fly by Earth, coming within 1.7 million miles
In a rare celestial event, an asteroid the size of a skyscraper is set to pass within 1.7 million miles of Earth on Friday. According to NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies, there is no need to panic as there is zero chance of the asteroid colliding with our planet. The massive space rock,...
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| 01.02.2024 06:08
YouTube under scrutiny for delayed removal of beheading video
A graphic video of a Pennsylvania man accused of beheading his father has sparked a debate about the ability of social media companies to prevent the spread of horrific content. Justin Mohn, 32, has been charged with first-degree murder and abusing a corpse after he beheaded his father, Michael, in...
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| 11.01.2024 03:49
Tennessee Governor and Music Leaders Unite to Safeguard Artists from AI Threats
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced new legislation aimed at protecting songwriters, performers, and other professionals in the music industry from the potential dangers posed by artificial intelligence (AI). The announcement was made at Nashville's renowned RCA Studio A, a historic recording...
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| 10.01.2024 23:37
Tech companies revolutionize kitchens with AI and cooking robots at CES 2024
The future of cooking and mixology is here, as the latest advancements in kitchen technology were showcased at CES 2024, the renowned trade event organized by the Consumer Technology Association. From chef-like robots to AI-powered appliances, these high-tech gadgets are revolutionizing the way mea...
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| 10.01.2024 15:08
China claims it has cracked Apple Airdrop's encryption to identify senders
In a significant development, Chinese state-backed experts have reportedly discovered a method to identify individuals who use Apple's encrypted AirDrop messaging service. The Beijing municipal government revealed that experts at the Beijing Wangshen Dongjian Justice Appraisal Institute had success...
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| 10.01.2024 04:03
ChatGPT-maker braces for fight with New York Times and authors on 'fair use' of copyrighted works
A series of high-profile lawsuits in a New York federal court has ignited a legal battle that will determine the future of artificial intelligence (AI) products such as ChatGPT. These AI chatbots, developed by OpenAI and Microsoft, have come under scrutiny for potentially violating copyright and fa...
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| 09.01.2024 18:27
OpenAI dismisses New York Times lawsuit as baseless
OpenAI, a prominent artificial intelligence company, has responded to a lawsuit filed by The New York Times, stating that the lawsuit is "without merit" and that it supports and creates opportunities for news organizations. The Times filed the lawsuit on December 27, accusing OpenAI and Microsoft o...
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| 08.01.2024 13:22
Unveiling the Dark Corners: A.I.'s Nefarious Future Revealed
In a disturbing trend, online trolls on the infamous message board 4chan have been utilizing artificial intelligence (A.I.) tools to spread racist and offensive content about individuals who have appeared before the Louisiana parole board. These trolls have been using A.I.-powered image generators...
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| 08.01.2024 09:50
AI Receives Cautious Approval for Legal Opinions from UK Judges
England's legal system, known for its deep-rooted traditions such as wearing wigs and robes, has taken a cautious step into the future by allowing judges to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in producing rulings. The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary recently announced that AI could be us...
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| 07.01.2024 22:36
Alaska Airlines halts Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet amid maintenance concerns
Alaska Airlines has once again grounded all of its Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners after federal officials suggested that further maintenance may be necessary to prevent another inflight blowout. This decision comes after a portion of one plane's fuselage blew out at an altitude of three miles above Ore...
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| 04.01.2024 12:40
Microsoft Introduces AI Button on Keyboards for Instant Chatbot Access
Microsoft is set to reshape the next generation of keyboards with the introduction of a special "Copilot key" that summons its AI chatbot. This move comes as the tech giant aims to capitalize on its partnership with OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT, and position itself as a gateway for generative AI...
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| 03.01.2024 19:59
US Grid Receives First Commercial Offshore Wind Power from Two Large Sites
In a historic moment for the United States, turbines from two large offshore wind farms have begun sending electricity to the grid. The Vineyard Wind project, jointly owned by Avangrid and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, announced that one turbine from their 62-turbine wind farm off the coast o...
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| 28.12.2023 06:48
Harvard study reveals social media companies' $11 billion ad revenue from minors
A recent study conducted by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has revealed that social media companies collectively earned over $11 billion in advertising revenue from minors in the United States last year. The findings of the study have raised concerns about the lack of self-regulation...
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| 28.12.2023 00:31
The Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over A.I."s Use of Copyrighted Work
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, accusing them of copyright infringement and unlawful use of the newspaper's articles to train their artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, ChatGPT. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in Manhattan, claims that the companies used The Ti...
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| 25.12.2023 12:32
China OKs 105 online games in Christmas gesture of support
China's Press and Publication Administration has given its approval to 105 new online games, showing its support for the industry after proposed restrictions caused significant losses for investors in major game makers. The Game Working Committee of China Music and Digital Association granted the a...
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| 18.12.2023 11:20
What to stream this week: Bradley Cooper conducts, Lidia Bastianich cooks and Percy Jackson quests
A plethora of new television shows, movies, and music are making their way to streaming platforms, promising to entertain and captivate audiences. The Associated Press' entertainment journalists have handpicked some of the most promising offerings, including a heartwarming CBS holiday special, a th...
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| 15.12.2023 08:54
Streaming Picks This Week: 'Barbie,' Taylor Swift, Cody Johnson, and 'Reacher'
Streaming Services Unveil Exciting Lineup of Television, Movies, and Music The Max streaming service and Prime Video's "Reacher" season 2 are just a few of the exciting offerings coming to your screens in the near future. According to The Associated Press' entertainment journalists, these streaming...
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