Richard Stallman"s Blog Asks: Am I Doctor Stallman?
Friday on Richard Stallman's personal web site, he posed the question: Am I Doctor Stallman? He's received 15 doctorates honoris causa — doctorates "for honor" — in the company of others whose achievements impressed him... So I was sho.....»»
SBF asks for 5-year prison sentence, calls 100-year recommendation “grotesque”
Bankman-Fried argues for 63 to 78 months, says he "is already being punished." Enlarge / Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried arrives for a bail hearing at US District Court on August 11, 2023, in New York City. (credit: Getty Images.....»»
Apple under fire for disabling iPhone web apps—EU asks developers to weigh in
EU sent queries to Apple and app developers as Apple kills home screen web apps. Enlarge / An Apple Store in Hangzhou, China on February 20, 2024. European Commission officials are probing Apple's decision to remove hom.....»»
Why new fan blog “Final Fantasy VIII is the Best” is the best
A love letter to a bygone era of personal blogs and fan sites. Enlarge / Artist's conception of my face when I realized people are still creating new gaming fansites in 2024. It has never been easier to share your thoug.....»»
Kagan: Florida social media law seems like “classic First Amendment violation”
In oral arguments, Justice Thomas asks who speaks when an algorithm moderates. Enlarge / The Supreme Court of the United States in Washington D.C. in May 2023. (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) The US Supreme Court today.....»»
Car dealers step up opposition to White House fuel efficiency targets
It's hard to buy a new EV if dealerships aren't interested in selling them. Enlarge (credit: Richard Newstead/Getty Images) Electric vehicle sales had a pretty good 2023 in North America, with more than 1.1 million batte.....»»
Apple responds to Meta’s criticism of App Store rules for in-app ‘boosts’ purchases
In a blog post on Thursday, Meta announced changes to how advertisers pay for “boosted posts” on Facebook and Instagram. According to the company, advertisers will now pay a 30% fee when they purchase boosts from inside the Facebook or Instagram.....»»
Lawsuit against Prime Video ads shows perils of annual streaming subscriptions
“Reasonable expectations were not met," litigation against Amazon claims. Enlarge / Priyanka Chopra (left) and Richard Madden (right) in the Prime Video original series Citadel. (credit: Prime Video/YouTube) Streaming.....»»
Scientists uncover a new model for the effects of radiation in water systems
What happens when radiation hits water? This is a question that has an impact every time you get an X-ray at the doctor's office, given you are mostly made of water. A team of theoretical physicists at DESY has worked on data taken by colleagues from.....»»
Usher is missing days before Super Bowl performance in new Apple Music teaser video
Apple has shared a new teaser video starring a displeased Tim Cook, Ludacris, Lil Jon, and Taraji P. Henson that asks, "Where's Usher?"Image Credit: Apple MusicIn the video, Ludacris FaceTimes Tim Cook to inform him that Usher has gone missing, mere.....»»
Tesla asks which jobs are critical, stoking layoff fears
Tesla Inc. staff are bracing for potential job cuts after managers were asked to affirm whether each of their employees’ positions is critical......»»
This Doctor Warns That Using This Common Sleep Aid Long Term Could Potentially Increase Your Risk For Dementia
This Doctor Warns That Using This Common Sleep Aid Long Term Could Potentially Increase Your Risk For Dementia.....»»
Apple design execs explain why EyeSight is a ‘core’ feature of Vision Pro
In a new interview with Wallpaper, Apple design executives Alan Dye and Richard Howarth offered some new details on Apple Vision Pro’s design language. The piece also includes a variety of images that offer an “exclusive look inside Apple Vision.....»»
Only Apple could have made Apple Vision Pro, say firm"s design chiefs
In a new interview, Apple's Alan Dye and Richard Howarth talk about the challenges of Apple Vision Pro and of when they knew it was working.Exploded view of Apple Vision Pro (Source: Dan Winters via Wallpaper* magazine)As Apple Vision Pro arrives in.....»»
From Baby Boomers to Gen Alpha: Sociology professor asks "Is it time to stop talking about generations?"
"Millennials don't really want to work. They're far too focused on avocado toast and chai lattes!" Just one of the many clichés expressed by workers over the age of 50. And those being criticized? Well, they often reply with a bored "OK, Boomer" fol.....»»
Apple asks UK to dismiss $1 billion App Store class action suit
A UK tribunal is considering a bid by Apple to have a $1 billion lawsuit over App Store fees be dismissed on the grounds that the case's argument is "unsustainable."Store front at Apple Battersea, where Apple's UK headquarters isIn July 2023, a class.....»»
Firefox wants to level the browser playing field with Microsoft, Google, and Apple
Mozilla has published a list of ways big tech gatekeepers prevent independent browsers — such as its browser, Firefox — from flourishing on their platforms.Mozilla alleges tech giants' bias against FirefoxIn a recent blog post, Mozilla expressed.....»»
Learning to read in another language is tough: How Namibian teachers can help kids
In a classroom in Namibia's northern Oshikoto region, a teacher has written English vocabulary words on the chalkboard. She asks her learners to read them aloud. When they stumble with pronunciation, she corrects them. She also helps the youngsters t.....»»
The physics of an 18th-century fire engine
English inventor Richard Newsham used "windkessels" in his game-changing designs. Enlarge / An 18th-century fire engine designed and built by Richard Newsham, purchased in 1728 for St Giles Church, Great Wishford, UK. (credit: Tr.....»»
Apple Watch blood oxygen feature helps doctor save air passenger"s life
The Apple Watch has been credited with helping save the life of an airline passenger, using the legally-troubled blood oxygen feature.Apple Watch Blood Oxygen appThe various features of the Apple Watch have helped people in need in various ways. Howe.....»»
Poorly secured PostgreSQL, MySQL servers targeted by ransomware bot
Users exposing poorly secured PostgreSQL and MySQL servers online are in danger of getting their databases wiped by a ransomware bot, Border0 researchers are warning. The attackers asks for a small sum to return / not publish the data, but those who.....»»