X is making a bold move by de-coupling direct messages from other in-app experiences, allowing users to use it exclusively for messaging without the need to post publicly. This new feature will enable users to block messages from specific individuals while still being able to view their posts in-stream. Elon Musk, the owner of X,
Larry Ellison, the founder of Oracle, celebrated his 80th birthday recently amidst a successful year for the company. Unlike fellow tech giants like Intel and Cisco, who are struggling to adapt to the changing landscape of artificial intelligence, Oracle has emerged as a favorite among investors. After a stellar earnings report, Oracle’s stock rose by
Upon delving into the world of roguelike deckbuilders, one cannot ignore the intriguing concept behind Bramble Royale: A Meteorfall Story. This game manages to blend unique elements of traditional card gameplay with partyful turn-based tactics and strategic board positioning. The combination of these features creates an engaging and dynamic gameplay experience that sets it apart
The development of flexible tactile sensors has reached new heights with the introduction of 3D micro strain gauges, as detailed in a recent study by researchers from Peking University. These innovative sensors offer customizable detection of biomechanical signals and high-density mapping of pressure, pushing the boundaries of electronic skins. The use of 3D micro strain
California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently issued a caution to executives at various social media and tech companies, urging them to do more to safeguard voters from deception, intimidation, and dissuasion, especially leading up to the November election. Bonta emphasized the critical role that social media and artificial intelligence services play in informing Californians about
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, China’s tech giants have been making significant strides in developing their own generative AI models. While global attention has largely been focused on companies like OpenAI, Google, and Meta, Chinese firms such as Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu, Huawei, and ByteDance have emerged as key players in the field.
Yann LeCun, the chief AI scientist at Meta, made headlines when he publicly criticized supporters of California’s SB 1047 AI safety bill. LeCun argued that many of the bill’s advocates have a distorted view of AI’s capabilities and the challenges that lie ahead. He expressed concerns about their inexperience, naiveté, and overestimation of the progress
In a recent experiment conducted by Business Insider reporter Katie Notopoulos, the focus was on rage baiting within the Threads algorithm. Notopoulos posted controversial queries on Threads to stimulate user responses and the results were indeed noteworthy. The posts sparked strong emotional reactions, ultimately leading to increased engagement. This experiment aimed to determine whether rage
Apple’s upcoming iOS 18 is set to revolutionize the way we interact with our devices, thanks to a host of artificial intelligence-powered features. From rewriting text messages to summarizing emails and identifying objects in photos, the new mobile OS promises to make our lives easier and more efficient. Among these innovative capabilities is Image Playground,
The groundbreaking algorithm developed by Professor Prakash Vedula at the University of Oklahoma has taken the world of quantum computing by storm. Unlike previous methods, this algorithm offers an exponential improvement in creating uniform quantum superposition states, a crucial aspect of quantum computing. Published in Quantum Information Processing, this algorithm has significant practical applications in