U.S. Confirms Trump Campaign’s Claim of Iranian Hacking Incident
The U.S. government has officially endorsed former President Donald Trump’s assertion that his campaign was targeted by Iranian hackers. On Monday, a joint statement from the FBI, the Cybersecurity and…
Procreate’s AI-Free Promise Resonates with Digital Artists
Procreate’s recent commitment to keeping generative AI out of its products has garnered significant praise from digital creatives. The announcement, made by Procreate CEO James Cuda, emphasized the company’s stance…
Opera One Expands to iOS with AI Features and Mobile Optimization
Opera has expanded its AI-driven web browser, Opera One, to iOS devices. Originally launched for desktop, Opera One focuses on generative AI features and is now available for users on…
New Acura EV Concept Blends Crossover SUV and Sportback Design
Acura has unveiled a new EV concept at Monterey Car Week, showcasing a crossover SUV with a distinctively aggressive design. The Acura Performance EV concept features a boat-like front end,…
OpenAI Dismantles Iranian Operation for Misusing ChatGPT to Generate Fake News
OpenAI announced on Friday, August 16, that it had identified and dismantled an Iranian influence operation, named Storm-2035, which was using ChatGPT to generate fake news articles and social media…
Amazon May Launch Standalone Amazon Pay App in India
Amazon is reportedly considering the launch of a standalone app for its Amazon Pay service in India, a move aimed at increasing the platform’s visibility and usage in the country.…
Australia Battles Over 600 Crypto Scams, Cites Increasing Challenges Due to AI
In the past year, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has been at the forefront of combating cryptocurrency scams, successfully dismantling over 600 fraudulent schemes. In a detailed statement…
Ikea Expands AI-Powered Drones to U.S. Warehouses
Ikea is advancing its technology in warehouse operations by introducing AI-upgraded stock-counting drones to the United States. The Swedish furniture giant announced that these autonomous drones will soon be deployed…
Google Faces Backlash Over New Pixel Influencer Program
Google’s efforts to promote its new Pixel 9 devices through the Team Pixel influencer program have sparked controversy after the company introduced new terms that some creators found overly restrictive…
AMD Grows AI Presence with $4.9 Billion ZT Systems Deal
AMD has announced plans to acquire server builder ZT Systems for $4.9 billion, with the transaction composed of 75% cash and the remainder in stock. This acquisition marks a significant…
VanEck Predicts $13.9 Billion Annual Boost for Bitcoin Miners from Shifting 20% Energy to AI and HPC
Investment firm VanEck has identified a lucrative opportunity for Bitcoin miners to enhance their revenue streams by tapping into the artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) sectors. In their…
X Shuts Down Operations in Brazil but Continues Service for Users
X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, has announced the immediate cessation of its business operations in Brazil. Despite this closure, the platform will continue to be accessible…
Waymo Robotaxi Honking Problem Lingers for San Francisco Building Residents
Waymo’s robotaxi depot in San Francisco continues to disturb nearby residents with overnight honking, despite the company’s efforts to address the issue. The honking originally stemmed from a safety feature…
JD Vance Dismisses Polling Concerns as ‘Fake’ Amid Questions on Trump’s Flagging Numbers
While speaking on Fox News this Sunday, Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio), the Republican vice-presidential nominee, expressed skepticism regarding the reliability of current political polls. In his conversation with host Shannon…
Court Ruling Puts Venu Sports Streaming Service on Hold
The launch of Venu Sports, a planned streaming service by Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery, has been halted following a federal judge’s ruling in favor of FuboTV. U.S. District…
IMF Executives Suggest an 85% Increase in Electricity Costs for Crypto Mining to Curb Emissions
In a move aimed at reducing global carbon emissions, two International Monetary Fund (IMF) executives have proposed significantly increasing the electricity costs for crypto mining. On August 15, Shafik Hebous,…
Chainalysis Reports Increase in Crypto Hacks and Ransomware in 2024
A recent report by Chainalysis highlights a mixed landscape for cryptocurrency markets in 2024. While overall illicit transactions have decreased, specific criminal activities, particularly hacking and ransomware, have seen a…
Meta Updates Threads with New Insights and Draft Options
Meta’s social media platform, Threads, has announced the rollout of several new features designed to enhance the experience for creators and businesses, particularly in building followings and connecting with audiences.…
Google’s Imagen 3 AI Tool Now Open to U.S. Users
Google has extended access to its AI text-to-image generator, Imagen 3, to users across the U.S. through its AI Test Kitchen and Vertex AI platform. This move was first noted…
Google AI Scraping Puts Online Publishers in a Difficult Position
Online publishers are grappling with a critical decision: permit Google to scrape their content for AI-generated search answers or risk losing visibility in search engine results. This dilemma comes on…