Biden FCC nominee slams critics, says ISPs shouldn’t get to choose regulators
"It is critical for at least one member of the FCC to be a consumer advocate." Enlarge / Gigi Sohn testifies during a Senate Commerce Committee confirmation hearing on Feb. 9, 2022. (credit: Getty Images) President Biden.....»»
UAW endorses Kamala Harris" bid for U.S. president
The 370,000-member UAW said its executive board voted to endorse her after endorsing President Joe Biden's reelection bid in January. Biden withdrew from the race on July 21......»»
Kids Online Safety Act passes Senate despite concerns it will harm kids
KOSA risks “nearly limitless content regulation,” senator warns. Enlarge (credit: Westend61 | Westend61) The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) easily passed the Senate today despite critics' concerns that the bill may ri.....»»
Is that glass bottle of orange juice better for the planet than a plastic container?
Which packaging type for a 12-ounce, single-serve container of orange juice would you choose as the most sustainable option:.....»»
Darkness reigns over Wikipedia as official dark mode comes to pass
Let the way-too-late nights researching each Beach Boys album in order commence. Enlarge / Wikipedia's decades of content can be a light to you in dark places, and now you can choose the dark for yourself. (credit: Aurich Lawson.....»»
From sci-fi to state law: California’s plan to prevent AI catastrophe
Critics say SB-1047, proposed by "AI doomers," could slow innovation and stifle open source AI. Enlarge / The California State Capitol Building in Sacramento. (credit: Getty Images) California's "Safe and Secure Innovati.....»»
New study reveals people"s faces evolve to match their names
A new study has found that a person's face tends to evolve to suit their name. The researchers sought to determine whether parents choose a baby name based on what seems fitting for the baby's appearance, or if the process is the other way around—t.....»»
As California seeks to curb groundwater declines, farmers in one county fight back in court
With long-term declines in groundwater levels putting thousands of domestic wells at risk and causing the ground to sink in parts of the San Joaquin Valley, state regulators are moving forward with efforts to force local agencies to take stronger ste.....»»
This $300 gaming phone blew me away
Gaming phones are distressingly expensive. This cheap Android phone proves why that shouldn't be the case......»»
Spain antitrust regulators begin App Store investigation
Spain’s National Commission of Markets and Competition, or CNMC for short, has started an investigation into Apple’s App Store. The investigation regards potential anti-competitive behavior on Apple’s platforms. more….....»»
ISPs seeking government handouts try to avoid offering low-cost broadband
Despite getting subsidies, ISPs oppose $30 plans for people with low incomes. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Yuichiro Chino) Internet service providers are eager to get money from a $42.45 billion government fund, but.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: July 26, 2024 – The latest on Apple Intelligence timing and safety
On today’s episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss Apple’s agreement to AI safety guidelines established by the Biden administration ahead of the Apple Intelligence launch. We also cover Apple’s invitation to developers for an in-person Apple Inte.....»»
Climate is most important factor in where mammals choose to live, study finds
While human activity has had a massive effect on the natural world, a new study from North Carolina State University finds that climate is still the most influential factor in determining where mammals can thrive. The work sheds light on how climate.....»»
Ahead of Apple Intelligence launch, Apple agrees to AI safety guidelines established by Biden administration
Apple has joined other tech giants like OpenAI, Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft in agreeing to a set of voluntary AI safety rules established by the Biden administration (via Bloomberg). The safeguards are a first step in the US government hav.....»»
Sure, the Galaxy Watch Ultra Kinda Copies Apple, but it Shouldn’t Matter
Should you get the Galaxy Watch Ultra? The post Sure, the Galaxy Watch Ultra Kinda Copies Apple, but it Shouldn’t Matter appeared first on Phandroid. So it’s been a bit of time now since Samsung debuted its newest hardware offe.....»»
UAW, after making Biden wait for endorsement, not ready to support Harris
UAW President Shawn Fain said the union's leadership would discuss possibly endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris in the coming days......»»
Editorial: Biden"s withdrawal leaves industry wondering whether Kamala Harris has evolved on EVs, climate change
Kamala Harris owes the industry and voters some answers on whether she still believes in the $10 trillion climate plan she proposed in 2019 that called for an industrywide transition to EVs by 2035......»»
NHTSA ends probe into 1.7 million Honda vehicles for power loss
Top U.S. auto safety regulators are closing an investigation into about 1.7 million Honda Motor Co. vehicles for loss of power......»»
Ampace Andes 1500: A fast-charging power station that also looks pretty cool!
There are many power stations to choose from, but if you’re looking for something new and exciting, the Ampace Andes 1500 could be it! The post Ampace Andes 1500: A fast-charging power station that also looks pretty cool! appeared first on Phandroi.....»»
Apple Music will soon let users create playlist artwork using Apple Intelligence
With iOS 17.1, Apple introduced a library of artwork that users can choose from to customize a playlist in Apple Music. However, it seems that the company wants to take this feature to the next level with iOS 18, soon integrating it with Apple Intell.....»»
Q&A: Harris 2024? Here"s what election and campaign finance laws say
President Joe Biden announced he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, leaving Vice President Kamala Harris the top contender for the Democratic nomination. Biden's decision not to seek re-election comes after the states held their president.....»»