TikTok to flag and downrank ‘unsubstantiated’ claims fact checkers can’t verify
TikTok this morning announced a new feature that aims to combat the spread of misinformation on its platform. In addition to removing videos that are identified to be spreading false information, as verified by fact checking partners, the company say.....»»
iPad mini 7 teardown confirms no display hardware changes for ‘jelly scrolling’ fix
iFixit shared their teardown for the new yesterday, highlighting the fact that Apple did not rotate the display driver in order to fix the “jelly scrolling” problem – which many expected them to do. Instead, the fix lies somewhere else. mo.....»»
M4 Mac mini and more expected for Apple"s week of announcements
A new report claims that Apple's week of announcements will start with a 24-inch M4 iMac and two versions of a redesigned Mac mini. M4-powered versions of the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro will also be unveiled.The next Mac mini is said to be getti.....»»
Missouri AG claims Google censors Trump, demands info on search algorithm
Bailey to subpoena info on algorithms; Google says "claims are totally false." Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey said he is investigating Google, claiming that the tech gian.....»»
Hungary"s Orbán claims Poland"s center-right government was installed by the EU
Hungary"s Orbán claims Poland"s center-right government was installed by the EU.....»»
The future of cyber insurance: Meeting the demand for non-attack coverage
In this Help Net Security interview, Michael Daum, Head of Global Cyber Claims for Allianz Commercial, discusses the significant rise in cyber claims in 2024, driven by an increase in data breaches and ransomware attacks. Daum highlights the need for.....»»
Proof Verify reduces false positives and improves fraud detection accuracy
Proof launched Verify, a live face-to-face experience that delivers high-level assurance with identity verification performed in the presence of an agent, reducing the risk of fraudulent activities such as deepfakes by ensuring that users are legitim.....»»
Apple shares Private Cloud Compute resources for researchers, expands Bug Bounty rewards
When it announced Apple Intelligence at WWDC in June, Apple also detailed its new Private Cloud Compute platform. At the time, Apple said it would allow independent experts to verify its claims around security and privacy. Ahead of the Apple Inte.....»»
Facing the uncertainty of cyber insurance claims
Cyber insurance is vital for companies mitigating cyber risks, but the industry still encounters significant challenges, including shifting policy requirements and uncertainty around coverage in the event of an incident. As cyberattacks continue to c.....»»
How beef became a marker of American identity
Beef is one of America's most beloved foods. In fact, today's average American eats three hamburgers per week......»»
Ubisoft confirms that Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown team is moving on to new games
Ubisoft has responded to claims that it's disbanded the Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown team to work on other projects......»»
Apple severely cuts Vision Pro production, and may stop it completely very soon
Production of the Apple Vision Pro scaled back considerably over the summer, but a new report claims there's a chance Apple may stop it entirely by the end of the year.Apple Vision ProThe Apple Vision Pro isn't a mass-market device with massive sales.....»»
TikTok diagnosed creator with Type 1 diabetes before his doctor did
TikTok isn’t the first place I’d think of in relation to the concept of the wisdom of crowds, but it seems I may be underestimating the streaming video app … more….....»»
Apple"s iPhone 16 range sees 20% jump in sales in China
New figures say that in China, the iPhone 16 range sold a fifth more in its first three weeks than the iPhone 15 did in 2023.iPhone 16 Pro modelsOverall, iPhone 16 sales have reportedly been lackluster, but Counterpoint Research claims that so far, t.....»»
iPhone 17 Slim still rumored to have a 6.6-inch display
The iPhone 17 Slim will sport a new design and a 6.6-inch display, an analyst claims, as rumors about the slimline smartphone continue to circulate.Renders of what the iPhone 17 Slim could look likeThe iPhone 17 Slim is anticipated to be a new thinne.....»»
Researcher finds special proteins are key when antibiotic resistance spreads
Antibiotic resistance is a growing public health problem globally. The problem is exacerbated by the fact that some bacteria that have become resistant to antibiotics have the ability to spread that resistance to other bacteria via secretion systems......»»
Huge volumes of whey go to waste. We could do much more with this nutrient-rich liquid
Every year, 7.6 million tons of food is lost or wasted in Australia. When we think about this, we might picture moldy fruit, stale bread and overly full fridges. But in fact, almost half of this waste happens before food ever gets to us. Waste is com.....»»
Tesla and Elon Musk sued over use of AI image at Cybercab event
The film company behind Blade Runner 2049 claims that Tesla's Cybercab event used AI-generated imagery linked to the sci-fi movie......»»
ByteDance intern fired for planting malicious code in AI models
Sabotage supposedly cost tens of millions, but TikTok owner ByteDance denies it. After rumors swirled that TikTok owner ByteDance had lost tens of millions after an intern sabotag.....»»
Qualcomm counters Intel about its performance claims
Qualcomm isn't impressed by Intel's latest Lunar Lake chips, and has questioned some of its performance and battery life claims......»»
If your child is watching TV and playing online games, you should do it with them—here"s why
Young children spend a lot of time using screens: watching television, playing on touchscreen apps, or face timing with grandparents. In fact, research on global screen time guidelines has found that around 75% of children aged up to 2 years use some.....»»