Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, recently released its latest performance update which showed mixed results. While the platform gained more users overall, it experienced a decline in its most lucrative markets. Additionally, its revenue increased but fell short of expectations. These inconsistencies are a recurring theme in Snap’s performance, presenting both strengths and
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Bitcoin mining company CleanSpark is set to expand its operations by acquiring new mining facilities. The acquisition will provide CleanSpark with the necessary power and infrastructure to potentially double its hashrate within the first half of the year. The announcement of the acquisition caused CleanSpark’s shares to rise by almost 9%, with a peak increase
YouTube is committed to making the internet a safer place for young users and has introduced several expanded measures to address this concern. The platform has updated its in-stream prompts, rolled out content restrictions for potentially harmful topics, and collaborated with adolescent health experts to create a report on digital well-being. These efforts are aimed
The field of nuclear physics has witnessed unparalleled advancements in recent years, thanks to the advent of new generation radioactive-ion beam facilities. These cutting-edge facilities have revolutionized the way experiments are conducted and have opened up exciting possibilities for discovering new isotopes and delving into the realms of exotic nuclei. This has significantly contributed to
The gaming community has been eagerly awaiting the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and the wait is almost over. This highly anticipated game is set to launch on February 29th, and fans will finally get to find out what happens to Aerith. However, the excitement doesn’t stop there. Sony has announced that they will
In a world where trends come and go, Facebook has defied all odds and continues to thrive. Despite countless predictions of its demise, the social media giant remains a dominant force and is still adding users even after two decades. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Mark Zuckerberg’s side project, “The Facebook,” which has
As the grid continues to transition towards intermittent renewable power sources, ensuring electric grid stability becomes a critical concern. Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville have developed an innovative algorithm that utilizes signals from pumped storage hydropower (PSH) projects to predict grid stability. This article examines the significance
According to the Oversight Board, Meta’s manipulated media policy is “incoherent” and fails to focus on the potential harm caused by manipulated videos. The board argued that the policy places too much emphasis on whether a video was altered using artificial intelligence (AI) rather than considering the harm it could cause. This critique raises concerns
Just a year ago, industry insiders were painting a grim picture of the digital ad market. Susan Li, the finance chief of Meta, warned analysts that the struggling industry would remain in a slump due to weak advertising demand and the uncertain global landscape. This sentiment was echoed in Google’s earnings call, where their ad
In recent years, there has been a growing demand for faster, more efficient, and highly parallel computing capabilities. The use of programmable photonic integrated circuits (PPICs) has emerged as a potential solution to this challenge. Researchers at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology