2 h. ago Google rolls out AI tools to protect Chrome users against scams

Google announced on Thursday that it’s rolling out new AI-powered defenses to help combat scams on Chrome. The tech giant is going to start using Gemini Nano, its on-device large language model (LLM), on desktop to protect users against online scams. It’s also launching new AI-powered warnings for Chrome on Android to help users be […]

Technology

5 h. ago 1.7 billion passwords leaked on dark web and why yours is at risk

In response to infostealer activity increasing 500% in a year and harvesting 1.7 billion user credentials, the CyberGuy offers four ways to stay safe from infostealer malware.

Politics

6 h. ago Kerry Washington to give 'new spin' on 'Desperate Housewives'

Kerry Washington to give 'new spin' on 'Desperate Housewives'  upi.com

Politics

6 h. ago AI tools help people with speech disabilities make timely jokes

A team of researchers from Cornell Tech is reimagining how technology can support users with speech disabilities—not just in functional speech, but also in making real-time jokes during conversations.

Politics

10 h. ago Why your laundry could be making you sick and what to do about it

Research finds the home washing of healthcare uniforms may spread superbugs as domestic machines fail to kill harmful bacteria, according to a new study.

Politics

20 h. ago Personalized social media features could help users manage time and well

Redesigning social media to suit different needs of users could make their time online more focused, according to new research by University of Bristol academics.

Politics

22 h. ago Stripe unveils AI foundation model for payments, reveals ‘deeper partnership’ with Nvidia

Fintech giant Stripe announced Wednesday a slew of new product launches at its annual Stripe Sessions user event. The highlights include: a new AI foundation model for payments; stablecoin-powered accounts; a new Orchestration offering, and a recent migration with chip behemoth Nvidia. Stripe’s payments foundation model has been trained on tens of billions of transactions, […]

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26 h. ago Western Australia could become renewable hydrogen hub for European demand

The Port of Rotterdam and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE are working with Australian partners to investigate opportunities for Western Australia to become a world-class producer, user and exporter of renewable hydrogen. Western Australia could provide for a substantial portion of the European demand for hydrogen in 2050.

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28 h. ago Now the Censors Are Worried: Google Search Chief Claims DOJ's Proposed Changes Could Undermine User Trust

Google's search chief, Elizabeth Reid, testified that the DOJ's proposed changes to the company's search practices could "deeply undermine user trust" and slow down innovation in the search industry. This claim comes after the company censored conservatives on its search engine throughout the Trump era — which clearly undermined user trust in the company. The post Now the Censors Are Worried: Google Search Chief Claims DOJ’s Proposed Changes Could Undermine User Trust appeared first on Breitbart.

Technology

29 h. ago Alaska legislators among state lawmakers trying to roll back sick leave pay

Alaska legislators among state lawmakers trying to roll back sick leave pay  Wrangell Sentinel

Politics

29 h. ago Spotify’s latest update gives users more control over their listening experience

Spotify on Wednesday announced an update to its app designed to give users more control over their listening experience and recommendations. The refreshed experience introduces a handful of new features that will roll out gradually to Spotify users and Premium subscribers, including those to help you manage your Queue, your current listening experience, aid with […]

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32 h. ago 'Dinosaur time' viral food trend pushes salad greens, but does it work?

Eating like a dinosaur is the latest TikTok food sensation, with users grabbing handfuls of raw greens and consuming them without utensils. Here's what to know about this viral trend.

Society

41 h. ago Yankees legend Derek Jeter makes crucial life message hilarious in speech to Michigan graduates

Legendary New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter gave a hilarious spin on fighting failure while addressing University of Michigan graduates.

Politics

43 h. ago Marine Mammal Care Center gets more funding amid unprecedented number of sick, dead sea lions

Marine Mammal Care Center gets more funding amid unprecedented number of sick, dead sea lions  NBC4 Los Angeles

Events

47 h. ago The Signal Clone Mike Waltz Was Caught Using Has Direct Access to User Chats

A new analysis of TM Signal's source code appears to show that the app sends users' message logs in plaintext. At least one top Trump administration official used the app.

Events

48 h. ago Patreon’s app can now accept web payments after U.S. App Store changes

Creator platform Patreon has rolled out an updated version of its app that now allows users to make purchases via the web, in the wake of the Apple-Epic court ruling that forced Apple to allow app developers to include links to alternative forms of payment without being subject to Apple’s commission. Previously, on version 125.4.1 […]

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50 h. ago Microsoft Officially Kills Skype After Bungling Service for 14 Years

Microsoft has officially closed its Skype service, replacing it with Microsoft Teams, the company's Slack competitor. The software giant mismanaged the popular communications product for many years through slow innovation and a confusing user experience. The post Microsoft Officially Kills Skype After Bungling Service for 14 Years appeared first on Breitbart.

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54 h. ago Spotify now shows how many times people listened to podcast episodes

YouTube continues to dominate the podcasting space, but Spotify is actively working to close the gap. The latest development: a new feature that lets users see how many times an audio-only or video podcast episode has been actively listened to or watched. The streaming giant revealed its new podcast metric called “plays” on Tuesday, making […]

Politics

56 h. ago Greedy friend wants to hog kitchen for a week, sparking viral debate online

A Reddit user says a "one-way request" by his girlfriend's friend to use their kitchen for a week so she could cook meals made him uneasy. The online post sparked lots of reaction.

Politics

65 h. ago Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis leaves Game 1 vs. Knicks with illness, Hauser injured

Porzingis exited Game 1 of Boston's eventual loss to the Knicks in the second quarter. The post Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis leaves Game 1 vs. Knicks with illness, Hauser injured appeared first on Boston.com.

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