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The AI future: Revolutionizing global higher education (and everything else)
The AI future: Revolutionizing global higher education (and everything else) Artificial Intelligence (AI) will revolutionize global higher education by transforming how students learn, institutions operate, and knowledge is delivered. The AI future will bring about significant changes in the way universities are structured, taught, and assessed, with a focus on personalized learning and adaptive curricula. […]
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OpenAI says its GPT-4o update could be ‘uncomfortable, unsettling, and cause distress’
OpenAI says its GPT-4o update could be ‘uncomfortable, unsettling, and cause distress’ OpenAI has rolled back an update to its GPT-4o model for ChatGPT due to concerns that it caused the chatbot’s default personality to be overly flattering and sycophantic. The company had introduced the update last week, aiming to improve the model’s default personality, […]
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Google confirms it’s close to getting Gemini support on iPhones
Google confirms it’s close to getting Gemini support on iPhones Google is close to striking a deal with Apple to integrate Gemini into the iPhone, with plans to roll out by the end of 2025. The integration would allow Siri to call on Gemini to answer more complex questions, similar to the integration with OpenAI’s […]
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WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud
WhatsApp is working on private AI chats in the cloud WhatsApp is developing a new feature called “Private Processing” that allows users to interact with Meta AI in private, secure chats. The feature uses a third-party provider for OHTTP protocol to obscure user IP addresses and prevent attackers from targeting users without compromising the system. […]
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FTC v. Meta live: updates from the battle for Instagram and WhatsApp
FTC v. Meta live: updates from the battle for Instagram and WhatsApp Meta is facing an existential antitrust trial, where it’s being sued by the FTC to unwind its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The FTC alleges that Meta sought to extinguish Instagram and WhatsApp as threats to its dominance in the social media market. […]
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Yale’s new smart lock can disarm your ADT security system with your fingerprint
Yale’s new smart lock can disarm your ADT security system with your fingerprint The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave integrates directly with ADT Plus security system to unlock doors and disarm systems using fingerprint recognition. The lock uses a new, more secure method for managing passwords and PIN codes within a Z-Wave network, […]
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Nvidia’s new tool can turn 3D scenes into AI images
Nvidia’s new tool can turn 3D scenes into AI images Nvidia has launched a new tool called Nvidia AI Blueprint for 3D-guided generative AI, available to download today. The tool allows developers to generate AI images by creating them in 3D using Blender and then using Black Forest Lab’s FLUX.1 image generator. Users can manually […]
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Meta tightens privacy policy around Ray-Ban glasses to boost AI training
Meta tightens privacy policy around Ray-Ban glasses to boost AI training Meta is making changes to its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses’ privacy policy to boost AI training. The company will now frequently analyze camera footage unless users disable “Hey Meta” and opt out of voice recording storage. The new policy means that voice recordings are […]
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Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a Class 3 upgrade
Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a Class 3 upgrade Rad Power Bikes has announced an upgrade to its best-selling RadRunner utility bike lineup, featuring enhanced weather protection, rear-facing radar detection, and a new digital key for added security. The company’s newest addition is the RadRunner Max, a Class 3 pedal-assist e-bike with a […]
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Forensics tool ‘reanimates’ the ‘brains’ of AIs that fail in order to understand what went wrong
Forensics tool ‘reanimates’ the ‘brains’ of AIs that fail in order to understand what went wrong A new forensics tool called AI Psychiatry can “reanimate” failed AIs to understand what went wrong, helping investigators identify causes of failures and vulnerabilities. The system uses forensic algorithms to isolate data behind an AI’s decision-making, then reassembles it […]
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AI is giving a boost to efforts to monitor health via radar
AI is giving a boost to efforts to monitor health via radar Radar technology is being developed to enable non-contact health monitoring, allowing for remote vital sign tracking without physical contact. The use of radar has several advantages over other technologies, including its ability to penetrate through blankets and clothing, and its independence from lighting […]
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Would you wear a smart ring that proves you’re not a cheater?
Would you wear a smart ring that proves you’re not a cheater? The RAW Ring is a smart ring that aims to catch cheating partners in the act by tracking biometric data. The ring would use AI-generated insights to detect changes in heart rate, skin conductance, and other physiological signals that may indicate infidelity. The […]
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This surprisingly competent laptop doubles as a gaming handheld
This surprisingly competent laptop doubles as a gaming handheld The GPD Win Max 2 is a surprisingly competent laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld, offering an array of ports and a portable computing experience. The device has a compact design, making it easy to type on and navigate Windows, despite some ergonomic compromises. The […]
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Raycast brings its super-powerful Mac launcher to iOS, sort of
Raycast brings its super-powerful Mac launcher to iOS, sort of Raycast, a powerful Mac launcher, has finally arrived on iOS, albeit in a more limited form. The app’s developers had to figure out what features to include and how to adapt them for mobile devices, which was a challenge in itself. The first iteration of […]
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GPD Win Max 2 review: a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld
GPD Win Max 2 review: a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld The GPD Win Max 2 is a surprisingly competent tiny laptop that doubles as a gaming handheld, offering an array of ports and a portable computing experience. The device plays games as well or better than popular gaming handhelds […]
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New York City wants subway cameras to predict ‘trouble’ before it happens
New York City wants subway cameras to predict ‘trouble’ before it happens New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is exploring the use of AI systems to predict and prevent crime on its subway platforms. The MTA aims to develop a system that can alert the NYPD before any crime has been committed, using cameras […]
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ChatGPT Will Include Non Ad-Driven Product Recommendations on Its Search Results
ChatGPT Will Include Non Ad-Driven Product Recommendations on Its Search Results OpenAI has upgraded its web search tool ChatGPT to include shopping features and product recommendations, which are not driven by ads. The shopping outcomes will be based on structured metadata from third-party sources, including pricing, product descriptions, and reviews. These products can appear in […]
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Nintendo’s new Switch 1 update is getting things ready for Switch 2
Nintendo’s new Switch 1 update is getting things ready for Switch 2 Nintendo has released a new update (V20.0.0) for the original Switch, preparing it for the upcoming Switch 2 release on June 5th. The update adds features like Home menu buttons for Virtual Game Cards and GameShare, which can only be used between two […]
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EA lays off staff and cancels a Titanfall game
EA lays off staff and cancels a Titanfall game Electronic Arts (EA) has laid off between 300-400 staff members as part of a restructuring effort. EA has also canceled a game set in the Titanfall universe, codenamed R7, which was being developed by Respawn Entertainment. Respawn Entertainment, the studio behind Apex Legends and Star Wars […]
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Lyft’s AI ‘Earnings Assistant’ offers ideas about how drivers can make more money
Lyft’s AI ‘Earnings Assistant’ offers ideas about how drivers can make more money Lyft has launched an AI chatbot tool called “Earnings Assistant” to help drivers optimize their time on the road and make more money. The Earnings Assistant feature offers personalized plans based on factors like airport arrivals, local events, and traffic patterns. Drivers […]
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Snapchat scraps ‘simple’ redesign as it loses users in North America
Snapchat scraps ‘simple’ redesign as it loses users in North America Snapchat has scrapped its plans to simplify its design after losing 1 million users in North America, citing user preference for a five-tab layout. The company had previously tested a “Simple Snapchat” redesign that would have removed certain features, but saw reduced usage and […]
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OpenAI undoes its glaze-heavy ChatGPT update
OpenAI undoes its glaze-heavy ChatGPT update OpenAI has rolled back its latest GPT-4o update after CEO Sam Altman acknowledged that the chatbot’s personality had become “sycophant-y and annoying”. The rollback, which started on Monday night, affects both free and paid ChatGPT users, with paid users expected to be fixed “hopefully today”. Altman initially announced the […]
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Isuzu’s first electric truck is a Ranger-sized 4WD pickup for Europe
Isuzu’s first electric truck is a Ranger-sized 4WD pickup for Europe Isuzu has started mass production of its all-electric D-Max pickup truck in Thailand, featuring a dual-motor four-wheel-drive system with 140kW of power. The new D-Max EV matches the towing capacity of Isuzu’s current diesel-powered D-Max at 7,716 pounds (3,500kg) and has a range of […]
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Apple launches a new celebrity hub that’s all about Apple
Apple launches a new celebrity hub that’s all about Apple Apple has launched a new website called “Snapshot on Apple” that showcases celebrity profiles and their work across various Apple services. The website features a carousel of 36 celebrity images, with no manual scrolling or searching option. Clicking on each image takes you to a […]
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Slate Auto confirms where it’ll build its $20,000 Truck
Slate Auto confirms where it’ll build its $20,000 Truck Slate Auto has confirmed that it will build its $20,000 electric Truck at an existing factory in Warsaw, Indiana, which will produce 150,000 Trucks annually. The factory, a former printing press facility, will be retrofitted to accommodate Slate’s production needs, with renovations expected to cost hundreds […]
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Natasha Lyonne to direct and star in a new sci-fi film created with generative AI
Natasha Lyonne to direct and star in a new sci-fi film created with generative AI Natasha Lyonne is set to direct and star in a new sci-fi film called “Uncanny Valley”, which will feature elements generated by AI models. The film, co-written with Brit Marling, tells the story of a teenage girl whose life is […]
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Tesla won’t have to report as many Level 2 crashes after Trump’s rule change
Tesla won’t have to report as many Level 2 crashes after Trump’s rule change Tesla will no longer have to report as many Level 2 crashes under the revised rule change announced by the US Department of Transportation, which aims to “slash red tape” and promote innovation. The revised rule excludes certain types of crashes […]
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OnePlus won’t sell the 13T in the US or Europe
OnePlus won’t sell the 13T in the US or Europe The OnePlus 13T will not be sold in Europe or North America. The phone was launched in China and will be sold in India as the 13S, but no US release is planned. The 6.3-inch screen of the 13T is considered “small” by today’s standards, […]
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Isuzu starts mass producing its first all-electric pickup truck
Isuzu starts mass producing its first all-electric pickup truck Isuzu has started mass producing its first all-electric pickup truck, the D-Max EV, in Thailand. The D-Max EV features a dual-motor four-wheel-drive system with 140kW of power and can match the performance of existing diesel models. The truck has a range of up to 163 miles […]
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Apple’s latest AirPods Pro are down to their best price of the year
Apple’s latest AirPods Pro are down to their best price of the year The latest AirPods Pro are on sale for $169 at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy, which is just $16 shy of their all-time low. The second-gen AirPods Pro offer superb audio, active noise cancellation, and crystal-clear voice call quality, making them some […]
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