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Lime will recycle bike and scooter batteries with Redwood Materials
Lime will recycle bike and scooter batteries with Redwood Materials Lime, the largest bike- and scooter-sharing company in the world, has partnered with Redwood Materials to recycle its lithium-ion batteries. The recycling process involves a chemical recycling step that strips out reusable materials like nickel, cobalt, and copper, which can then be reintegrated into the […]
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Getting AIs working toward human goals − study shows how to measure misalignment
Getting AIs working toward human goals − study shows how to measure misalignment A new study provides a way to measure misalignment between human goals and AI systems, which is crucial for ensuring that AI systems align with human values. The alignment problem is complex because humans have conflicting priorities, making it difficult to determine […]
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Chipolo’s colorful new trackers now work with Apple’s and Google’s networks
Chipolo’s colorful new trackers now work with Apple’s and Google’s networks The Chipolo Pop Bluetooth tracker is now compatible with both Apple’s Find My and Google’s Find My Device networks, offering a convenient option for users who want to use one network or switch between them. The Pop tracker features improved water and dust resistance […]
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Apple’s picked a very fitnessy way to mark a decade of smartwatches
Apple’s picked a very fitnessy way to mark a decade of smartwatches Apple is celebrating its 10th anniversary of smartwatches on April 24th, 2025, by introducing “Global Close Your Rings Day”. The event encourages users to close all three rings (move, exercise, and stand) to receive a limited edition badge and 10 animated stickers in […]
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Samsung pauses One UI 7 rollout worldwide
Samsung pauses One UI 7 rollout worldwide Samsung has paused the rollout of its One UI 7 update worldwide due to a bug that prevents some Galaxy S24 owners from unlocking their phones. The pause affects all Galaxy S24 models, including those in South Korea and other regions, despite initial reports suggesting only Korean users […]
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PS5 price rises substantially in UK and Europe
PS5 price rises substantially in UK and Europe Sony has raised the price of most PlayStation 5 console hardware in the UK, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand by 10-15% due to a challenging economic environment. The Digital Edition of the PS5 is the main target for price increases across all four markets, while the standard […]
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Google Releases Firebase Studio, a Free Alternative Tool to Cursor, Bolt, or v0
Google Releases Firebase Studio, a Free Alternative Tool to Cursor, Bolt, or v0 Firebase Studio, a free alternative to Cursor, Bolt, or v0, has been released by Google as a cloud-based agentic development environment for building full-stack AI apps. The platform allows users to build, modify, and deploy apps in natural language, with features such […]
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Wool, water, Wi-Fi: Modernizing an ancient business at the final frontiers of e-commerce
Wool, water, Wi-Fi: Modernizing an ancient business at the final frontiers of e-commerce Two sisters-in-law, Chinara Makashova and Nazgul Esenbaeva, built a business from scratch exporting felted slippers and artisan products to wholesale partners globally. Their company received funding support from USAID’s green business initiative in Central Asia, which helped them expand production and build […]
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Simulated Musk, Zuckerberg voices are speaking from hacked crosswalk buttons
Simulated Musk, Zuckerberg voices are speaking from hacked crosswalk buttons Simulated voices of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have been heard coming from hacked crosswalk buttons in at least three California cities, including Palo Alto, Redwood City, and Menlo Park. The hack appears to have taken place on Friday, with the voice features being used […]
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iPads could get more Mac-like features soon
iPads could get more Mac-like features soon Potentially significant updates to iPadOS are coming this year, aiming to make iPads more Mac-like. The focus will be on productivity, multitasking, and app window management, with an emphasis on improving the overall user experience. These changes are expected around a year after the release of the M4 […]
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How the Switch 2 compares to the ROG Ally
How the Switch 2 compares to the ROG Ally The Nintendo Switch 2 has entered the market, potentially complicating the decision on which handheld to buy this year. The Switch 2 differs from handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally in terms of game purchasing and playing methods, control systems, power, […]
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Microsoft Introduced Two New AI Agents: Researcher and Analyst
Microsoft Introduced Two New AI Agents: Researcher and Analyst Microsoft has introduced two new AI agents: Researcher and Analyst, designed to increase productivity at work. The Researcher agent combines OpenAI’s deep research model with Microsoft 365 Copilot’s advanced orchestration and deep search capabilities to analyze vast amounts of information. The Analyst agent is trained to […]
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The Paradigm Shift of Vibe Marketing: Specialists with AI Agents Accelerate Development Cycles
The Paradigm Shift of Vibe Marketing: Specialists with AI Agents Accelerate Development Cycles Vibe Marketing is a new practice that uses AI agents to accelerate marketing workflows and development cycles, resulting in a 20x acceleration and substantial financial savings. The traditional siloed approach of marketing teams is being challenged by Vibe Marketing, which allows for […]
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Stability Launches ‘Stable Virtual Camera’, a Model that Transforms Photos Into 3D Scenes
Stability Launches ‘Stable Virtual Camera’, a Model that Transforms Photos Into 3D Scenes Stability AI has released “Stable Virtual Camera”, a model that transforms 2D images into immersive 3D scenes with realistic depth and perspective, available for research use under a noncommercial license. The model can generate videos with dynamic camera paths or presets, including […]
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NASA Tech DevelopedxA0for Home Health Monitoring
NASA Tech DevelopedxA0for Home Health Monitoring NASA has developed technology to monitor vital signs at home through a wall-mounted device called Cardi/o Monitor. The device, developed by Advanced TeleSensors Inc. with an exclusive license from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, can detect heart rate and respiration, as well as stress and sleep apnea. The Cardi/o Monitor […]
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Caroline Cawthon: Supporting America’s Future in Low Earth Orbit
Caroline Cawthon: Supporting America’s Future in Low Earth Orbit Caroline Cawthon joined NASA in 2017 as a contractor supporting the International Space Station and has since held various roles, including certified flight controller, team lead, and lead systems engineer. Cawthon is currently the systems engineering and integration lead for NASA’s Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development […]
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What is reinforcement learning? An AI researcher explains a key method of teaching machines – and how it relates to training your dog
What is reinforcement learning? An AI researcher explains a key method of teaching machines – and how it relates to training your dog Reinforcement learning is a key method of teaching machines to learn from experience by maximizing rewards as they interact with their environment, inspired by animal psychology and control theory. The goal of […]
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AI isn’t what we should be worried about – it’s the humans controlling it
AI isn’t what we should be worried about – it’s the humans controlling it The author argues that AI itself is not the primary concern, but rather the humans controlling it who pose a threat to humanity. The author suggests that critics’ fears about AI are often influenced by popular culture and may be misplaced, […]
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Salesforce Launched ‘Agentforce 2dx’, Letting AI Agents Run Autonomously Across Systems
Salesforce Launched ‘Agentforce 2dx’, Letting AI Agents Run Autonomously Across Systems Salesforce has launched “Agentforce 2dx”, an update to its digital labor platform that allows AI agents to run autonomously across systems without human supervision. The new platform includes low-code and pro-code tools for developers, advanced analytics, and a free Developer Edition environment for prototyping […]
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Runway Issues Its Model ‘Gen-4’, Which Allows to Generate Consistent Characters
Runway Issues Its Model ‘Gen-4’, Which Allows to Generate Consistent Characters Runway has released its most advanced video generator model called Gen-4 for paid and enterprise customers, allowing for consistent characters, locations, and objects across scenes. Gen-4 enables users to generate coherent world environments, regenerate elements from different perspectives and positions within scenes, and maintain […]
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OpenAI Valued at $300 Billion after Closing $40 Billion In Funding
OpenAI Valued at $300 Billion after Closing $40 Billion In Funding OpenAI has closed a $40 billion funding round, valuing the company at $300 billion, making it one of the most valuable private tech companies. The funding round was led by SoftBank and included investments from Microsoft, Coatue, Altimeter, and Thrive, with OpenAI planning to […]
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OpenAI’s Studio Ghibli Style Generated Images Flood Social Media with Memes
OpenAI’s Studio Ghibli Style Generated Images Flood Social Media with Memes OpenAI’s GPT-4o image generation tool has flooded social media with memes in the style of Studio Ghibli, forcing OpenAI to implement a rate limit on image requests. The newly improved tool allows users to generate images in various styles, including realistic ones that can […]
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OpenAI Launches Its Academy as a Resource Hub
OpenAI Launches Its Academy as a Resource Hub OpenAI has launched its Academy as a free online resource hub to help people acquire AI literacy and unlock economic opportunities. The academy offers a mix of online and in-person events, including workshops, discussions, and digital content ranging from AI basics to advanced integration for engineers and […]
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Morehouse College Launched An Innovative Pilot to Integrate AI Mentors and Avatars
Morehouse College Launched An Innovative Pilot to Integrate AI Mentors and Avatars Morehouse College has launched an innovative pilot program called AI-PiLOT Fellows Program to integrate AI mentors and avatars into various courses. The initiative aims to develop AI-enhanced course modules using novel AI pedagogical tools, with a focus on human-centered education. Five faculty fellows […]
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Mistral Releases an Open Source Model that Outperforms Gemma 3 and GPT-4o Mini
Mistral Releases an Open Source Model that Outperforms Gemma 3 and GPT-4o Mini Mistral AI has released Mistral Small 3.1, an open-source multimodal model that outperforms comparable models like Gemma 3 and GPT-4o Mini. The model has an expanded context window of up to 128k tokens and a delivery inference speed of 150 tokens per […]
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Anthropic Launches ‘Claude for Education’ Program to Compete with OpenAI
Anthropic Launches ‘Claude for Education’ Program to Compete with OpenAI Anthropic launches “Claude for Education” program to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT Edu, targeting higher education institutions. The program aims to equip universities with AI-enabled approaches to teaching, learning, and administration, boosting revenue in the university space. Claude for Education includes a “Learning mode” that guides […]
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University Student Research Challenge (USRC) Awards
University Student Research Challenge (USRC) Awards 13 min read Preparations for Next Moonwalk Simulations Underway (and Underwater) Getty Images University Student Research Challenge (USRC) seeks to challenge students to propose new ideas/concepts that are relevant to NASA Aeronautics. USRC will provide students, from accredited U.S. colleges or universities, with grants for their projects and with […]
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New approach could speed up electric car charging in the cold
New approach could speed up electric car charging in the cold A modified manufacturing process for electric vehicle batteries could enable high ranges and fast charging in cold weather, solving problems that are turning potential EV buyers away. “We envision this approach as something that EV battery manufacturers could adopt without major changes to existing […]
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Rocket Test Group Visits NASA Stennis
Rocket Test Group Visits NASA Stennis NASA Stennis partnered with Mississippi Enterprise for Technology to host more than 100 members of the 57th Rocket Test Group on March 18-19. NASA Stennis partnered with Mississippi Enterprise for Technology to host more than 100 members of the 57th Rocket Test Group on March 18-19. NASA/Jason Richard The […]
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Career Spotlight: Technologist (Ages 14-18)
Career Spotlight: Technologist (Ages 14-18) 4 Min Read Career Spotlight: Technologist (Ages 14-18) What does a technologist do? Technologists are professionals who research, develop, and test emerging technologies. They also find useful ways to put new technologies to work. A technologist is an expert in a specific type of technology, often within a specific field. […]
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