German Court Rules Meta Tracking Tech Violates EU Privacy Laws
German Court Rules Meta Tracking Tech Violates EU Privacy Laws A German court has ruled that Meta must pay $5,900 to a German Facebook user due to the company’s tracking…
Russia Blocks Ethical Hacking Legislation Over Security Concerns
Summary Russia’s State Duma has rejected a proposed legislation that aimed to legalise ethical hacking, raising concerns over national security. The bill, introduced by the Ministry of Digital Development, sought…
Senator Calls Out Texas For Trying To Steal Shuttle From Smithsonian
Summary Senator Dick Durbin has taken aim at a Texas-led initiative to transfer the Space Shuttle Discovery from the Smithsonian to Space Center Houston. He argues that this move, initially…
AI-Trained Surgical Robot Removes Pig Gallbladders Without Any Human Help
Summary An AI-trained surgical robot has successfully conducted surgeries to remove pig gallbladders without human assistance, raising possibilities for future human trials. The operation was performed with a remarkable 100%…
Ohio City Using AI-Equipped Garbage Trucks To Scan Your Trash, Scold You For Not Recycling
The city of Centerville, Ohio has rolled out AI-equipped garbage trucks that assess residents’ recycling habits. These trucks scan trash and send personalised postcards to residents who don’t comply with…
Google Replaces Android Developer Preview With Rolling Canary Channel
Google Replaces Android Developer Preview With Rolling Canary Channel Android is making a significant change in how developers access early features. Google has replaced its old Developer Preview model with…
YouTube Can’t Put Pandora’s AI Slop Back in the Box
YouTube is facing an overwhelming influx of AI-generated content, often referred to as ‘slop’, leading to changes in its Partner Program guidelines. The platform is attempting to tackle the issue…
Psilocybin Treatment Extends Cellular Lifespan, Improves Survival of Aged Mice
Summary A recent study revealed that psilocybin treatment can significantly delay cellular aging, extending human cell lifespan by over 50% and enhancing survival rates in aged mice by 30%. The…
Physical Buttons Make Comeback on Mazda Steering Wheels as Company Adopts First Touchscreen
Mazda is reintroducing physical buttons on its steering wheels in the new CX-5 model to enhance safety as it also adopts its first touchscreen infotainment system. The updated steering wheel…
Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Accusing Apple of Taking Bribes To Avoid Competing With Visa and Mastercard
Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Accusing Apple of Taking Bribes To Avoid Competing With Visa and Mastercard A federal judge has dismissed an antitrust lawsuit accusing Apple, Visa, and Mastercard of…