A mathematician walks into a bar (of disinformation)
Disinformation, misinformation, infotainment, algowars — if the debates over the future of media the past few decades have meant anything, they’ve at least left a pungent imprint on the English language. There’s been a lot of invective and fear.....»»
Elon Musk: I will say what I want even if it costs me
Twitter's owner has been criticised for spreading disinformation and conspiracy theories online......»»
Scale separation: Breaking down unsolvable problems into solvable ones
In physics, one often has to deal with different scales that can be described separately from one another: For the Earth's orbit around the sun, it makes absolutely no difference whether an elephant in the zoo walks to the left or to the right. And t.....»»
Ex-Twitter CEO who was fired by Musk sues company over unpaid legal expenses
Lawsuit: Twitter refuses to reimburse costs related to federal investigations. Enlarge / Then-Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal walks to a morning session during the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference on July 7, 2022, in Sun Valley, I.....»»
How to Sell Your PS4 to Upgrade to the PS5
How to Sell Your PS4 to Upgrade to the PS5 is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile. This guide walks you through the best places to sell your PS4 to upgrade to the PS5. This includes trading in or selling your PS4, but to get a good trade-in dea.....»»
Apple unveils "Big Beasts" nature series for Earth Day
Ahead of Earth Day on April 22, 2023, Apple TV+ has announced a new series featuring "nature's most captivating giants," and narrated by Tom Hiddleston.In 2022, Apple marked Earth Day with a slew of apps, podcasts, and walks in the Fitness app. For 2.....»»
Mathematician uncovers methods to shrink sampling errors in large-dimensional data sets
A professor in Florida State University's Department of Mathematics has made a breakthrough that will allow scientists across academic disciplines and financial institutions to shrink sampling errors concerning high-dimensional financial data......»»
Rabbit Hole cast and creators discuss their new espionage Paramount+ series
The cast and creators of Rabbit Hole spoke with Digital Trends about why a series involving the power of technology and disinformation should be told in 2023......»»
The four factors that fuel disinformation among Facebook ads
Before and after the 2016 U.S. presidential election, Russia's Internet Research Agency purchased tens of thousands of Facebook ads in an effort to stoke division among Americans. Their effect on the election is hard to quantify. But their reach is u.....»»
Mapping the "memory loss" of disinformation in fact checks
Fact-checking is an important tool in the fight against online disinformation that can have serious implications for individuals and society by influencing elections, conflict and health. However, according to a survey conducted as part of the vera.a.....»»
Twitter hit with EU yellow card for lack of transparency on disinformation
EU “disappointed” in Twitter fact-checking plan amid Russia disinfo campaigns. Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto) The European Commission, which is tasked with tackling disinformation online, this we.....»»
Netflix (sort of) walks back on its password sharing rules
Following the outrage that users had when it was revealed how Netflix would be clamping down on password sharing, the company now claims that it was a “mistake”. The post Netflix (sort of) walks back on its password sharing rules first appeared o.....»»
Reconciling coastal protection and water management
A quiet but constant crackling is in the air. It sounds like bubbles in a fizzy drink and accompanies anyone who walks along the wooden footbridge that crosses the Langwarder Groden, between the main dyke line and the summer dyke......»»
Fed up with facial recognition cameras monitoring your every move? Italian fashion may have the answer
The red-headed man wearing what looks like the ultimate Christmas sweater walks up to the camera. A yellow quadrant surrounds him. Facial recognition software immediately identifies the man as ... a giraffe?.....»»
Germany reminds Musk that removing disinformation from Twitter is a must
Germany will continue "critically" monitoring Twitter for disinformation. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Twitter CEO Elon Musk continues to deal with intense scrutiny of how his social media pl.....»»
John Cleese’s classic “silly walk” burns more calories than a normal gait
Increasing the inefficiency of physical activity could boost cardiovascular fitness. Walking like John Cleese's character, Mr. Teabag, in Monty Python's famous "Ministry of Silly Walks" skit requires considera.....»»
How to win the gift-stealing game Bad Santa, according to a mathematician
Christmas comes but once a year—as do Christmas party games. With such little practice it's hard to get good at any of them......»»
Solving the mystery of the "little skate," a fish that walks on two legs
Solving the mystery of the "little skate," a fish that walks on two legs.....»»
Elizabeth Holmes appeals conviction, 11-year sentence despite bleak outlook
Holmes is currently scheduled to report to prison in April. Enlarge / Elizabeth Holmes (C), founder and former CEO of blood-testing and life sciences company Theranos, walks with her mother Noel Holmes and partner Billy Evans int.....»»
Use GarageBand to remix Zedd"s "Clarity" on it"s ten-year anniversary
Musician Zedd walks fans through remixing his song "Clarity" using GarageBand in a new Apple Music promo.Remix 'Clarity' in GarageBand"Clarity (feat. Foxes)" has been added to Apple Music in Spatial Audio on its 10-year anniversary. So, its creator,.....»»
EU warns Elon Musk of possible Twitter ban under new rules
Twitter risks a ban if it is not in compliance with EU rules on targeted adverts and disinformation......»»