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ByteDance Loses Intern Over AI Project Mishap

October 22, 2024

ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, recently let go of an intern who caused some trouble with an AI project. The incident happened back in August, and the company made it clear that the intern's actions didn't cause any serious damage to their main projects or online services. ByteDance wants ever

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ByteDance Fired Intern for Messing with AI

October 22, 2024

ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, has given the boot to an intern who they say intentionally disrupted their AI technology. In a statement, ByteDance called the intern's actions a "serious violation" of their AI research projects. The intern's meddling affected an AI training program, which teac

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Microsoft's AI Companion: Copilot's Big Leap

October 22, 2024

At a lively event in LA, Microsoft showcased Copilot, a new AI tool that’s making waves. Previously, Microsoft focused on business tools, but Copilot is different. It can chat, see images, and even summarize news for users. Launched by Mustafa Suleyman, Copilot aims to be an everyday helper for ever

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Apple's Safari Has a Security Glitch—But Who's Affected?

October 22, 2024

Last month, Apple launched macOS Sequoia with exciting new features. But alongside these perks, the update also included a lengthy patch for security flaws. Surprisingly, one of these flaws was found by Microsoft. This discovery is significant, especially for users of Macs managed by organizations. ...

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Discover Why the Microsoft Store is a Smart Choice for Your Apps

October 22, 2024

Are you a Windows PC user wondering why you should use the Microsoft Store to install apps and games? It's got some big benefits worth checking out. First, it's a one-stop shop for all your apps and games, making it super convenient. No more hunting around different websites. Plus, the store handles

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Tesla's AI Images Stir Copyright Trouble for 'Blade Runner 2049' Producer

October 22, 2024

Alcon Entertainment, the studio behind "Blade Runner 2049, " has filed a lawsuit against Tesla and Warner Bros. Discovery. The dispute centers around Tesla's use of AI-generated images that resembled scenes from the movie to promote its new cybercab. Alcon claims this violates U. S. copyright law an

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NASA's New Path to Space: Commercial Satellites

October 22, 2024

NASA is making a big change in how it talks to space. Instead of using its own satellites, like the Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), it's switching to commercial ones. This is happening on November 8th. These new satellites are made by companies like SpaceX and Inmarsat. NASA will use them

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Prepare for AirPods Pro 2 Firmware Update: Health Features on the Way

October 22, 2024

Get ready, AirPods Pro 2 fans! Apple is gearing up to release a big firmware update for your beloved earbuds. The new iOS 18. 1 update is set to bring some exciting features focused on hearing health. Mark your calendars for next week's release. The iOS 18. 1 RC version is now available for develop

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iPhone Users Can't Subscribe to Disney Plus or Hulu Anymore!

October 22, 2024

Have you tried signing up for Disney Plus or Hulu through your iPhone lately? Well, you’re out of luck! Both streaming services have halted new or returning subscriptions through Apple. If you’re not currently a subscriber and want to join, you'll need to do it through their websites instead. Curiou

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Apple Plays Catch-Up: How the Tech Giant is Racing to Close the AI Gap

October 21, 2024

Apple fans were wowed by the company's AI features showcased at their WWDC event in June. But, the truth is, Apple has some catching up to do. You see, Apple was a bit late to the AI party. Google and Samsung were already exploring this technology, while Apple was still trying to figure things out.