Forget about the AI apocalypse. The real dangers are already here
Two weeks after members of Congress questioned OpenAI CEO Sam Altman about the potential for artificial intelligence tools to spread misinformation, disrupt elections and displace jobs, he and others in the industry went public with a much more frigh.....»»
Disney Plus password-sharing crackdown starts in September, for real this time
Disney’s plan to enforce a Disney Plus password-sharing crackdown feels like Marvel’s Blade reboot. Both were confirmed quite a while ago, but we keep seeing … The post Disney Plus password-sharing crackdown starts in September, for.....»»
Apple Maps real-time transit information comes to Tokyo
Apple Maps real-time transit information has now gone live in Tokyo, providing access to live timings for more than 20 railway, bus and tram lines. Apple notes that iOS 18 will also bring topographic maps to Japan, allowing hikers, cyclists, and o.....»»
Improving resolution and reducing noise in fluorescence microscopy with ensured fidelity
Fluorescence microscopy is a cornerstone of modern biological imaging, allowing scientists to study cells and their processes in real time. However, limitations in resolution and noise levels can hinder the clarity and detail of these images. Moreove.....»»
Cymulate AI Copilot validates security against real-time threats
Cymulate AI Copilot is a generative AI solution designed to deploy, test and tune security controls to evaluate their effectiveness against real-time threats. The solution offers a dynamic attack planner, among other AI-powered features, for greater.....»»
Research reveals how ordinary people can become "situational heroes"
How we view real-life "heroes" is changing according to new research, with more of a focus on acting heroically in certain situations, rather than being a heroic person......»»
Chrome’s Manifest V3, and its changes for ad blocking, are coming real soon
Chrome is warning users that their extension makers need to update soon. Enlarge (credit: Ron Amadeo) Google Chrome's long, long project to implement a new browser extension platform is seemingly going to happen, for rea.....»»
Dormice are declining but current nest surveys don"t tell the real story
British dormice have declined by a shocking 70% between 2000 and 2022, according to the latest report by the national dormouse monitoring program. But my research indicates that this decline might not be that catastrophic......»»
Votiro introduces enhanced data privacy features and integrations
Votiro expanded the privacy toolsets and integrations within its DDR platform. New features include the ability to mask privacy data within documents in real-time, continuous monitoring and reporting on where unstructured data travels throughout an o.....»»
Forget Deadpool & Wolverine — this is the best X-Men adaptation of them all
With apologies to Deadpool & Wolverine, it's not the best X-related adaptation. Find out which X-Men movie, or show, remains the greatest X-Men tale ever......»»
A Band-Aid for the heart? New 3D printing method makes this, and much more, possible
In the quest to develop life-like materials to replace and repair human body parts, scientists face a formidable challenge: Real tissues are often both strong and stretchable and vary in shape and size......»»
The Jasper fire highlights the risks climate change poses to Canada"s world heritage sites
Climate change and extreme weather events pose a real risk to the world's heritage sites—a stark reality laid bare by the recent wildfire in Jasper, Alta......»»
US government tackling AI dangers, with deepfake ban and vetting of next ChatGPT model
The US government is taking potential AI dangers more seriously, following its decision to create an Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium (AISIC) earlier this year, with Apple as a member. A proposed new law would outlaw the use of.....»»
Texans vs Bears live stream: Watch the NFL Hall of Fame Game for free
Real, live football is back tonight, as the Houston Texans and Chicago Bears meet in the 2024 NFL Hall of Fame Game. You’re unlikely to see many starters on either side of the field — that includes No. 1 pick Caleb Williams, who won’.....»»
Here’s how you can (and can’t) use Apple digital IDs in the real world
9to5Mac is supported by Incogni: Do you want to stop those irritating robocalls and spam from filling up your inbox? Ensure your online privacy with Incogni. Learn why and how here. Support is live in select states for Apple Wallet to securely.....»»
ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode impresses testers with sound effects, catching its breath
AVM allows uncanny real-time voice conversations with ChatGPT that you can interrupt. Enlarge / A stock photo of a robot whispering to a man. (credit: AndreyPopov via Getty Images) On Tuesday, OpenAI began rolling out an.....»»
NASA smacked a spacecraft into an asteroid—and learned details about its 12-million-year history
NASA's DART mission—Double Asteroid Redirection Test—was humanity's first real-world planetary defense mission......»»
Synology BeeStation review: A great way to start getting real about backups
If you're not ready for full-on NAS gear, consider this clever little drive. Enlarge / In this handout image from Synology, a thoughtful worker uses BeeFiles on their MacBook and BeePhotos on their iPhone, always keeping their Be.....»»
Forget Logan — this 2013 superhero film is the best X-Men movie of them all. Here’s why
With Deadpool & Wolverine now in theaters, it's time to look at one of the best X-Men movies ever made. And no, it's not Logan or Days of Future Past......»»
Team develops novel hybrid scheme for compressible flow computations
A team of scientists has developed a novel hybrid scheme for both steady and unsteady single-phase compressible flow simulations. Their scheme has potential applications in real-world scenarios, offering a promising avenue for future research......»»
How iBuyers are changing real estate racial disparities and individual homeownership rates in one major city
Instant buyers, also known as iBuyers, rapidly buy and sell homes using automated models to set prices. These companies, such as Opendoor and Offerpad, can turn around cash offers in a matter of hours, and they've captured more than 5% of the real es.....»»