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Elon Musk is planning a subtle change to Twitter that could make it harder to stop the bots

Elon Musk has been saying for months that he wants to stamp out spam and fake accounts on Twitter, but a subtle change he's planning to make to the platform could complicate that goal......»»

Category: topSource:  cnnNov 17th, 2022

Climate change could significantly alter distribution of jellyfish and other gelatinous zooplankton in the Arctic Ocean

Gelatinous zooplankton, including jellyfish and other diverse, nearly transparent organisms, play important roles in marine ecosystems. Climate change is expected to significantly alter their populations and distributions. New research published in L.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

How to change your Skype name

Is your Skype handle giving you problems? Here's what you need to know about Skype names, what can be changed, and how to fix them before your next meeting......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Downranking won’t stop Google’s deepfake porn problem, victims say

Delisting non-consensual deepfake porn on Google is "draining," victim says. Enlarge (credit: imaginima | E+) After backlash over Google's search engine becoming the primary traffic source for deepfake porn websites, Goo.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Can Philly become a hothouse for bananas and pineapples as the climate warms?

As climate change warms Philadelphia, the plants that can be grown in the city will change, too......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Climate-change research project aboard USS Hornet paused for environmental review

The city of Alameda has indefinitely shut down the Marine Cloud Brightening Program—a study based out of the University of Washington and set up on the deck of the U.S.S. Hornet to utilize the San Francisco Bay's ideal cloudy conditions—citing co.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

How do we reduce pesticide use while empowering farmers? A more nuanced approach could help

Pesticides threaten humans, wildlife and our environment. Food production must change......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Apple wants iPhone-like touch surfaces to be able to wrap around spheres

A flat touch surface isn't enough — thirty years after it retired the trackball in favor of touch-sensitive trackpads on PowerBooks, Apple could be planning to combine the two ideas into a new input device for the MacBook Pro.If Apple did make a tr.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Apple and Google team up to stop unwanted Bluetooth tracking

Apple and Google have teamed up to create a new standard to help prevent the abuse of Bluetooth tracking devices. The post Apple and Google team up to stop unwanted Bluetooth tracking appeared first on Phandroid. Apple’s AirTag accessory.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Elon Musk reveals when he expects Starship megarocket to fly again

SpaceX boss Elon Musk has shared a timeframe for when he believes its powerful Starship rocket will embark on its fourth test flight......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

iOS 17.5 just launched with a huge security feature for your iPhone

Apple has tried to stop stalking and other ill use cases with AirTags, but has failed against trackers from other brands. iOS 17.5 finally closes that gap......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Persistent strain of cholera defends itself against forces of change, scientists find

A deadly strain of cholera bacteria that emerged in Indonesia back in 1961 continues to spread widely to this day, claiming thousands of lives around the world every year, sickening millions, and with its persistence, baffling scientists......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Elon Musk’s X dodges Australian order to remove church stabbing video

Elon Musk accused Australia of trying to have "jurisdiction over all of Earth." Enlarge (credit: Apu Gomes / Stringer | Getty Images News) An Australian federal court sided with Elon Musk on Monday, rejecting an Australi.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Elon Musk laid off the Tesla Supercharger team; now he’s rehiring them

Last week the CEO said Tesla will spend $500 million expanding the charger network. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) Two weeks ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk enacted widespread layoffs throughout the company, includin.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

OLED TVs are heavily discounted — up to $5,000 off LG, Samsung and more

Best Buy is offering discounts on OLED TVs made by LG, Sony, and Samsung. If you've been planning an upgrade for your home theater setup, grab these deals......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Game dev says contract barring “subjective negative reviews” was a mistake

Early streamers agreed not to "belittle the gameplay" or "make disparaging... comments." Enlarge / Artist's conception of NetEase using a legal contract to try to stop a wave of negative reviews of its closed alpha. (credit: NetE.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Researchers reveal how genetically identical water fleas develop into different sexes

Daphnia are tiny crustaceans, or "water fleas," that are extremely adaptable to their environment. This is due to their remarkable phenotypic plasticity, i.e., their ability to change their form or behavior despite their genetic makeup remaining unch.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

New study examines the price tag of phasing-out coal

Coal phase-out is necessary to solve climate change, but can have negative impacts on workers and local communities dependent on coal for their livelihoods. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden and Central European University in.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Stop spam calls at the source by fighting data brokers with Incogni

Spam calls and robocalls flood our iPhones because our personal information is accessed through data brokers, but you can end the insanity with the help of online data removal services.Stop spam calls with IncogniThe number one commodity on the inter.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Where to watch the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery live stream

The trajectory of one franchise will change on Sunday at the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery. Find out where to watch a live stream of the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

Elon Musk"s Neuralink Had a Brain Implant Setback. It May Come Down to Design

Neuralink experienced a mechanical issue with its first human brain-computer interface implant. Its novel design may make it more prone to failure......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024