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Twitch is getting vertical livestreams
Twitch is getting vertical livestreams Twitch is introducing vertical livestreams, allowing creators to host streams in portrait mode on mobile devices. The feature will be rolled out with a small group of channels this summer and expanded later this year. Viewers can expect to see their preferred stream format based on the device they’re using, […]
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The Switch 2’s promising start hides an uncertain future
The Switch 2’s promising start hides an uncertain future The Nintendo Switch 2’s promising start may not guarantee its long-term success due to concerns about tariffs, rising costs, and a saturated market. The Wii U, another Nintendo console, serves as a cautionary tale of how a failure can impact future endeavors, with sales of less […]
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Sony’s DualSense Edge controller is receiving a rare $30 discount
Sony’s DualSense Edge controller is receiving a rare $30 discount The Sony DualSense Edge controller is available for $169 (regularly $199.99) through June 11th, offering a rare $30 discount. The high-end controller features customizable profiles, adjustable stick sensitivity, and rear trigger controls, making it ideal for gamers who want a premium gaming experience. Additionally, the […]
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Pursuing AI growth opportunities
Pursuing AI growth opportunities BulletPoint1 BulletPoint2 BulletPoint3 BulletPoint4 BulletPoint5 Pursuing AI growth opportunities. Source: Youtube link Q. What does it mean to pursue AI growth opportunities? A. Pursuing AI growth opportunities refers to actively seeking out and investing in initiatives that aim to improve or expand an organization’s use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Q. […]
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Playdate’s second season is off to a great (and very weird) start
Playdate’s second season is off to a great (and very weird) start The Playdate’s second season has started, featuring a dozen games released over six weeks. The entire collection will be available for $39, with two new games dropping each week. The first game in the season is Fulcrum Defender, a modern take on Asteroids […]
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How AI will transform the economy
How AI will transform the economy Once you provide the text, I’ll generate a TLDR with about 5 bullet points in the format of BulletPointN . How AI will transform the economy. Source: Youtube link Q. What is the expected impact of AI on the job market? A. AI is likely to automate many jobs, […]
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The biggest barrier to AI adoption in the business world isn’t tech – it’s user confidence
The biggest barrier to AI adoption in the business world isn’t tech – it’s user confidence The biggest barrier to AI adoption in the business world isn’t technology itself, but rather user confidence and a lack of belief in one’s ability to use it effectively. Technological self-efficacy, or the person’s belief in their ability to […]
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QA workers at ZeniMax reach tentative contract agreement
QA workers at ZeniMax reach tentative contract agreement ZeniMax QA workers have reached a tentative contract agreement with Microsoft, marking the first contract agreement at Microsoft since concerted efforts to unionize the video game industry began four years ago. The contract guarantees wage increases for QA workers, who are some of the lowest-paid workers in […]
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OpenAI wants ChatGPT to be a ‘super assistant’ for every part of your life
OpenAI wants ChatGPT to be a ‘super assistant’ for every part of your life OpenAI aims to transform ChatGPT into a “super assistant” that deeply understands users and helps with any task, leveraging AI advancements and user interaction. The company plans to achieve this by mid-2025, building on models like 02 and 03 that can […]
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang continues to be the “godfather of AI,” says Dan Ives
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang continues to be the “godfather of AI,” says Dan Ives Nvidia continues to lead the AI revolution, according to Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities. Jensen Huang, Nvidia’s CEO, is referred to as the “godfather of AI” by industry expert Dan Ives. A slowdown in China has not impacted Nvidia’s growth in the […]
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Nebraska to adopt law aimed at curbing kids’ time online
Nebraska to adopt law aimed at curbing kids’ time online Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has signed a bill aimed at curbing kids’ time online, known as the Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act (LB504). The law requires major social platforms to let users choose between a chronological feed and one provided by an algorithm, which experts […]
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Microsoft releases a bold new update for Notepad
Microsoft releases a bold new update for Notepad Microsoft has released a new update for Notepad on Windows 11, adding text formatting options such as bold, italic, and hyperlinks. The update also introduces Markdown support, allowing users to work directly with the lightweight markup language. The new formatting toolbar provides access to various styling options, including […]
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Groq CEO says speed to deployment sets its AI apart
Groq CEO says speed to deployment sets its AI apart Groq, an AI-inference platform, has signed an exclusive partnership with Bell AI Fabric, Canada’s largest sovereign AI infrastructure project. The partnership aims to accelerate Groq’s speed to deployment, setting its AI apart from competitors. As a result of the partnership, Groq will gain access to […]
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Grindr’s new Right Now feature brings a spicy live feed to the hookup app
Grindr’s new Right Now feature brings a spicy live feed to the hookup app Grindr has launched its new “Right Now” feature, a live feed that allows users to connect with others in real-time, similar to social media platforms like X/Twitter. The Right Now feature is designed to help users find exactly what they want, […]
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Are you safe from artificial intelligence?
Are you safe from artificial intelligence? Artificial intelligence (AI) has been around since 1950, when Alan Turing proposed the “Turing Test” to determine if machines can think. The Turing Test was a simple game where a human evaluator engages in natural language conversations with both a human and a machine to see if they can […]
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AI-generated ‘reporters’ deliver news for Arizona Supreme Court
AI-generated ‘reporters’ deliver news for Arizona Supreme Court A new technology has been developed that uses AI-generated reporters to deliver news. The system is being used by the Arizona Supreme Court to disseminate information. This innovation aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of news delivery. The use of AI-generated reporters could potentially reduce costs […]
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YouTube will let you search for things you see in Shorts
YouTube will let you search for things you see in Shorts YouTube is introducing Lens to Shorts, allowing users to search for more information about objects, animals, or plants spotted in a video. The feature will be available in beta in the coming weeks and can be accessed by pausing a Short, tapping the Lens […]
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Xbox cofounder J Allard is working on ‘breakthrough’ devices at Amazon
Xbox cofounder J Allard is working on ‘breakthrough’ devices at Amazon Xbox cofounder J Allard is leading Amazon’s new ZeroOne team focused on “breakthrough” devices. The team, which includes roles in applied science, product marketing, and customer insights, is working on a smart home device as one of its projects. J Allard joined Amazon in […]
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We still know almost nothing about Tesla’s robotaxi service
We still know almost nothing about Tesla’s robotaxi service Tesla’s robotaxi service is set to launch in Austin, Texas on June 12th (or possibly soon after), but details are still scarce. The company has been testing vehicles without safety drivers and claims to have had no incidents, but this is a far cry from publicly […]
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Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns
Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns AI-powered tools are being developed to detect disinformation campaigns that use narrative tactics to manipulate public opinion, particularly on social media platforms. The key to effective disinformation detection lies in understanding narrative structures, personas, timelines, and cultural references, which AI can analyze to identify […]
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Tile trackers are being fully integrated into Life360
Tile trackers are being fully integrated into Life360 Life360 is fully integrating tile trackers into its app, allowing users to set up and manage them without using the standalone Tile app. The integration aims to push Tile’s users toward the Life360 app, which will also gain features like automatic push notifications for lost items and […]
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These new Switch 2 accessories are already discounted
These new Switch 2 accessories are already discounted Hori’s new Switch 2 accessories are now available at Amazon with discounts ranging from 30% to 40%. The Puff Pouch carrying case, originally priced at $44.99, is now $29.99 and comes out on June 16th. The Hori Switch 2 crossbody shoulder bag, which offers similar storage capacity, […]
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Tesla’s iPhone app now supports Live Activities for Supercharging
Tesla’s iPhone app now supports Live Activities for Supercharging Tesla’s latest iOS app update (4.45.0) now supports Live Activities for Supercharging, allowing users to view their car’s Supercharging progress on their phone’s lock screen. The feature provides real-time updates on charging sessions, including time left, charge percentage, estimated cost, and charge speed. Supercharger Live Activities […]
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Syracuse University Introduced Its New AI Platform for Teaching and Learning
Syracuse University Introduced Its New AI Platform for Teaching and Learning Syracuse University has introduced its new AI platform, MentorAI, which allows instructors to create AI tutors without requiring prompt-engineering expertise. The platform generates an agent that can answer student questions, surface key points, or embed directly into Blackboard after uploading a syllabus, slide deck, […]
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Spotify is adding a Following feed for podcasts
Spotify is adding a Following feed for podcasts Spotify is introducing a new Following feed for podcasts to help users keep track of their favorite shows and discover new ones. The new feature will provide a dedicated place to catch the latest episodes of podcasts you follow, making it easier to stay up-to-date. Podcast recommendations […]
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Scuf is finally adding Hall effect sticks to some of its wireless controllers
Scuf is finally adding Hall effect sticks to some of its wireless controllers Scuf is updating its wireless controllers to include Hall effect sticks, which are drift-resistant and more common in other brands like 8BitDo, Razer, and GameSir. The updated models will be available for PC ($149.99 Envision, $199.99 Envision Pro) and PlayStation 5/PC ($249.99 […]
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Professors turn to old-fashioned methods to beat AI-generated work
Professors turn to old-fashioned methods to beat AI-generated work If you provide the actual text, I’d be happy to help you generate a TLDR (Too Long; Didn’t Read) summary with 5 bullet points in the format of BulletPointN . Professors turn to old-fashioned methods to beat AI-generated work. Source: Youtube link Q. What is causing […]
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NASA Tests New Ways to Stick the Landing in Challenging Terrain
NASA Tests New Ways to Stick the Landing in Challenging Terrain NASA is conducting regular flight tests to advance new hazard detection and precision landing technologies for future space missions, including those to the Moon and Mars. The Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) has supported four precision landing and hazard detection technologies from various sectors, […]
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NASA Tech Gives Treadmill Users a ‘Boost’
NASA Tech Gives Treadmill Users a ‘Boost’ NASA’s antigravity treadmill technology has been adapted for home use by Boost Treadmills, a company co-founded by Robert Whalen, who pioneered the concept at NASA’s Ames Research Center in the 1980s and ’90s. The Boost 2 treadmill uses air pressure to counter gravity, making running possible for people […]
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Instagram isn’t just for square photos anymore
Instagram isn’t just for square photos anymore Instagram now supports photos with a 3:4 aspect ratio, allowing them to appear exactly as shot without cropping. The change follows Instagram’s previous move to feature rectangles instead of squares in profile grids, which was made in January. Most phone cameras default to the 3:4 aspect ratio, making […]
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