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Hollywood’s pivot to AI video has a prompting problem
Hollywood’s pivot to AI video has a prompting problem Hollywood has largely adopted AI-generated videos, often accompanied by praise from fans who claim it’s a new art form. Most AI-generated videos are poorly made and lack realism, yet they still receive hundreds of likes and comments. The entertainment industry is both embracing and fearing the […]
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Apple’s racing movie is finally here
Apple’s racing movie is finally here The author’s final installment as the creator of Installer No. 88 has arrived, marking the end of their summer series. The author will be stepping down and handing over the reins to Jay Peters, who will take over starting next week. The author is excited for Jay Peters to […]
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Yelp’s addition of a ‘Black-owned’ tag led to a slight drop in business ratings in Detroit
Yelp’s addition of a ‘Black-owned’ tag led to a slight drop in business ratings in Detroit Yelp’s addition of a “Black-owned” tag in 2020 boosted visibility for Black-owned restaurants in Detroit, but also caused their ratings to drop by an average of 0.75 stars. The study found that reviewers who were aware of a restaurant’s […]
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Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ could mean slower Wi-Fi for you
Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ could mean slower Wi-Fi for you Trump’s “big beautiful bill” could lead to slower Wi-Fi speeds due to the removal of protections for unlicensed spectrum, which broadens the capacity of the 6GHz Wi-Fi band. The Senate version of the budget reconciliation bill requires the FCC to auction off 800MHz of spectrum, […]
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To spur the construction of affordable, resilient homes, the future is concrete
To spur the construction of affordable, resilient homes, the future is concrete The traditional wood framing method used in most single-family homes in the US has limitations, including vulnerability to fire, water damage, and pests. Concrete offers unmatched strength, durability, and design flexibility, making it an attractive alternative for affordable, resilient housing. Precast concrete construction, […]
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The Nothing Phone 3 might have the weirdest camera design out there
The Nothing Phone 3 might have the weirdest camera design out there The Nothing Phone 3 has been rumored to have a unique camera design, but new renders from Android Headlines show an even more unusual layout. The camera design features three cameras in a separated layout: two lined up next to each other and […]
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Salesforce Uses AI for Producing Half of its Software Engineering, Reaching a 93% Accuracy
Salesforce Uses AI for Producing Half of its Software Engineering, Reaching a 93% Accuracy Salesforce is utilizing AI tools for 30-50% of its software engineering and customer service work, achieving a 93% accuracy rate. The company has developed an AI product that can handle customer service tasks without human supervision. Other large companies like Microsoft […]
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Runway is going to let people generate video games with AI
Runway is going to let people generate video games with AI Runway, a $3 billion startup known for bringing generative AI to Hollywood, is now expanding its technology into the gaming industry. The company plans to make an interactive gaming experience available to everyone next week, with generated video games coming later this year. Runway’s […]
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Reimagining education with artificial intelligence
Reimagining education with artificial intelligence Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education by driving innovation in IT operations. AI is being used to personalize learning experiences, improve student outcomes, and enhance the overall educational experience. The use of AI in education raises new questions about academic integrity, such as how to prevent cheating and ensure original […]
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Logitech says all its webcams work with Nintendo Switch 2, save one
Logitech says all its webcams work with Nintendo Switch 2, save one Logitech has confirmed that all its webcams work with the Nintendo Switch 2, except for the high-end Logitech Brio 4K. The company’s spokesperson, Leila Lewis, stated that “all of our webcams except Brio 4K work out of the box” with the new Switch. […]
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How Internet of Things devices affect your privacy – even when they’re not yours
How Internet of Things devices affect your privacy – even when they’re not yours The Internet of Things (IoT) devices are collecting an increasing amount of information about individuals, even when they’re not owned by them, raising concerns about privacy. IoT devices can generate a lot of data in contexts that have typically produced little […]
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Here are 13 of our favorite deals from Amazon’s early Prime Day sale
Here are 13 of our favorite deals from Amazon’s early Prime Day sale Amazon has already started its Prime Day sale with early deals on various products, including security gear, power stations, and streaming devices. The Blink Outdoor 4 camera is available for $39.99 ($39.99 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, while a bundle of […]
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Facebook is starting to feed its AI with private, unpublished photos
Facebook is starting to feed its AI with private, unpublished photos Facebook is exploring ways to access private, unpublished photos from users’ camera rolls. The company is using a feature called “cloud processing” that allows it to select media from your camera roll and upload it to its cloud for analysis by AI models. By […]
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Eufy’s Omni C20 mopping robovac is $300 off for a limited time
Eufy’s Omni C20 mopping robovac is $300 off for a limited time Eufy’s Omni C20 mopping robovac is currently on sale for $399.98 ($300 off), matching its all-time low, at Amazon and Eufy. The Omni C20 features two sweeping and mopping modules, each capable of 180 rotations per minute, as well as adequate suction (7,000Pa) […]
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Claude Can Now Build and Host AI-Powered Apps
Claude Can Now Build and Host AI-Powered Apps Anthropic has introduced a beta feature called Claude that allows users to build, host, and share AI-powered apps within the chatbot. Claude uses Artifacts capability to create artifacts that interact with the chatbot through an API, enabling developers to see and interact with these apps. The feature […]
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Blocking exports and raising tariffs is a bad defense against industrial cyber espionage, study shows
Blocking exports and raising tariffs is a bad defense against industrial cyber espionage, study shows Decoupling from China through tariffs and export bans may not effectively protect US intellectual property from cyber espionage, according to a study by a political scientist. The true driver of state-sponsored hacking is industrial similarity, where countries with overlapping advanced […]
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Sam Altman: “Humanity is Close to Building Digital Superintelligence”
Sam Altman: “Humanity is Close to Building Digital Superintelligence” Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, believes that humanity is close to building digital superintelligence. The cost of intelligence will eventually converge to near the cost of electricity as datacenter production gets automated. Advances in AI have already led to systems that are smarter than people in […]
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Tesla’s robotaxi is live: here are some of the first reactions.
Tesla’s robotaxi is live: here are some of the first reactions. Tesla has launched its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, but it’s invite-only and not completely “unsupervised” as promised by Elon Musk. Safety monitors will be present in the front passenger seat to react to dangerous situations. The service is limited to a geofenced area […]
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OpenAI and Jony Ive’s ‘io’ brand has vanished, but their AI hardware deal remains
OpenAI and Jony Ive’s ‘io’ brand has vanished, but their AI hardware deal remains OpenAI has removed all mentions of its hardware startup io’ from its website and social media channels due to a trademark lawsuit from Iyo, a hearing device startup spun out of Google’s moonshot factory. The deal between OpenAI and io’ remains […]
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What happens when AI comes for our fonts?
What happens when AI comes for our fonts? Monotype’s 2025 Re:Vision trends report explores how AI will impact typography, including adapting to emotional and psychological data. The report suggests that AI-powered typography could adjust text size and style based on factors like time of day, light level, and reading speed. AI may also enable the […]
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Weird-shaped notebooks make me want to write again
Weird-shaped notebooks make me want to write again Andru Marino, an audio and video producer at The Verge, recently discovered two unique notebooks: the Triangle Notebook and the Sidekick Notebook. The Triangle Notebook’s unusual triangular shape inspires creativity and encourages handwriting, making it perfect for doodling on unconventional surfaces like laps or tables. The Sidekick […]
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Will AI take your job? The answer could hinge on the 4 S’s of the technology’s advantages over humans
Will AI take your job? The answer could hinge on the 4 S’s of the technology’s advantages over humans AI has definite advantages over humans in four dimensions: speed, scale, scope, and sophistication. Understanding these dimensions is key to adapting to the AI-infused workforce. AI excels in tasks that require speed, such as image restoration, […]
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Why I’m letting AI write my next book
Why I’m letting AI write my next book A writer is exploring the use of generative AI to write their next book. The talk discusses how AI is challenging traditional notions of originality and creativity. The future of creativity may not be about ownership, but rather collaboration between humans and machines. Generative AI has the […]
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The Verge’s guide to Amazon Prime Day 2025
The Verge’s guide to Amazon Prime Day 2025 Amazon’s Prime Day 2025 will kick off on July 8th and run through July 11th, a twice-as-long event compared to previous years. The sale will feature discounts, limited-time promos, and Prime-exclusive deals on various products, including robot vacuums, OLED TVs, and noise-canceling headphones. Amazon’s “Today’s Big Deals” […]
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The Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome upgrade for parents like me
The Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome upgrade for parents like me The author initially didn’t think they needed the Nintendo Switch 2, citing its high price and lack of new games. The author has a perfectly good original Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck, which keep them busy, but the Switch 2’s features are making […]
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The music industry is building the tech to hunt down AI songs
The music industry is building the tech to hunt down AI songs The music industry is developing technology to track down AI-generated songs that are being shared online. A convincing AI-generated duet between Drake and The Weeknd, “Heart on My Sleeve”, went viral in 2023 without anyone knowing its origin. Detection systems are being embedded […]
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The best Apple deals you can shop ahead of Amazon Prime Day
The best Apple deals you can shop ahead of Amazon Prime Day The best Apple deals are already available ahead of Amazon Prime Day, including discounts on earbuds, laptops, tablets, and more. Some notable deals include: The AirPods 4 with ANC are currently on sale for $148.99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. […]
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Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy Watch 7 has returned to its best price to date
Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy Watch 7 has returned to its best price to date Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy Watch 7 is on sale for $199.99 ($100 off) at Amazon and Walmart, making it the best price to date. The Galaxy Watch 7 offers a range of features, including heart rate tracking, an Energy Score for gauging recovery, […]
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OpenAI Aims to Embed Its AI Assistants Into Universities, Following the Footsteps of Google and Microsoft
OpenAI Aims to Embed Its AI Assistants Into Universities, Following the Footsteps of Google and Microsoft OpenAI aims to embed its AI assistants into universities as part of their core infrastructure, similar to Google and Microsoft’s approaches. The startup offers premium AI services to universities, including tools like chatbots, practice job interview tools, voice model […]
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Meta held talks to buy Thinking Machines, Perplexity, and Safe Superintelligence
Meta held talks to buy Thinking Machines, Perplexity, and Safe Superintelligence Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has been aggressively acquiring AI startups, including Safe Superintelligence (SSI), Thinking Machines Lab, and Perplexity. The talks with these companies did not progress to a formal offer stage due to disagreements over deal prices and strategy. Zuckerberg is assembling a […]
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