In a digital age where technology continues to reshape various industries, it comes as no surprise that the field of journalism is also undergoing a significant transformation. AI avatars are now being utilized by news organizations to deliver news broadcasts in an innovative and engaging manner. This shift towards AI journalism raises questions about the
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In a small town in Navarro County, Texas, environmental activist Sawicky organized a protest against a bitcoin mining facility alongside Greenpeace. However, the turnout was minimal and Sawicky was left feeling disappointed and disgusted by the lack of support from the community. Sawicky’s brash and confrontational approach to activism has alienated even her close allies,
The introduction of a new “empathic voice interface” by Hume AI marks a significant milestone in the realm of artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking technology, developed by a New York-based startup, aims to imbue AI helpers with emotionally expressive voices, thereby ushering in an era where interactions with AI are more human-like and engaging. With a
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) features into Apple’s iPhones is set to revolutionize the smartphone market. This move is expected to drive a significant increase in sales, with analysts predicting a surge in demand for the latest iPhone models. While some experts are optimistic about the potential of an iPhone supercycle driven by AI,
In a recent court ruling, Apple has been ordered to pay €13 billion of unpaid taxes to the Irish state after a decade-long legal battle with the European Commission. The European Court of Justice (ECJ) upheld the European Commission’s 2016 decision, which stated that Apple had received illegal tax advantages from the Irish government for
X AI Assistant, known as Grok, raises numerous privacy concerns for its users. While the AI claims to provide assistance, it also explicitly states that the accuracy of the information provided cannot always be guaranteed. Users are encouraged to independently verify any information received from Grok, highlighting a lack of reliability in the AI’s responses.
Polestar, a subsidiary of Volvo focusing on electric vehicles, has been criticized for not establishing enough separation from its parent brand. According to industry expert Wells, there is a lack of visual and performance differentiation between Polestar and Volvo models. This lack of unique identity could hinder Polestar’s ability to stand out in the competitive
In a shocking turn of events, Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has been banned in Brazil, leading to a loss of access to the country’s third-largest market and reportedly over 40 million users. This ban comes after an ongoing conflict between Musk and Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court (TSE), which issued take-down orders on content
New York City made headlines a year ago when it implemented Local Law 18, which placed restrictions on whole-apartment rentals for short-term stays through platforms like Airbnb. The initial intention behind this law was to lower rents and increase the availability of housing for full-time residents. However, the outcomes of this regulation have sparked a
The landscape of AI data licensing is rapidly evolving, with the initial phase of AI tools being trained on freely available data giving way to a more restricted environment. Data sources are becoming more selective and are requiring licensing agreements for access. This shift has led to the emergence of new licensing startups aiming to
Recently, Mark Zuckerberg sent a letter to Jim Jordan, the chair of the House Judiciary Committee, expressing regret over some of Meta’s content decisions. In the letter, Zuckerberg seemed to acknowledge the validity of the GOP conspiracy theory that Meta engaged in censorship. Specifically, he mentioned that in 2021, the Biden administration requested Meta to
In a country with a population of over 200 million people, Brazil’s top court is on the verge of blocking access to a certain website, causing tension between a prominent judge and the site’s owner, Elon Musk. This conflict stems from a months-long feud between Musk and Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes regarding the
Bruce Daisley, a former executive at Twitter, recently made headlines by suggesting that Elon Musk and other executives at Telegram could face criminal liability. This comes in the wake of British protesters attempting to set fire to a hotel for asylum seekers. Telegram, a platform that combines elements of a messaging app and a social
With the advent of ChatGPT in late 2022, the educational landscape has seen a significant transformation. While the focus initially revolved around AI-generated essays, the impact on math homework cannot be understated. Students are now turning to AI-powered apps like Gauth to complete their math assignments with ease. The Gauth app, developed by ByteDance, has
The process of delivering a new airliner to its owner is a crucial moment in the aircraft’s life, akin to a driver picking up a new car from a dealership. In this case, an Airbus A321neo is being prepared for delivery at Hamburg-Finkenwerder, where Airbus conducts testing, logistics, and delivery operations. The aircraft is set
The ongoing propaganda campaign by Israel against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) presents a significant challenge for the organization. According to Kronenfeld, the impact of Israel’s campaign is difficult to measure, despite UNRWA USA’s efforts to outbid Israel for Google search ad slots. The increased fundraising efforts by UNRWA have been successful,