Montana Judge Puts a Stop to TikTok Ban
The TikTok ban in Montana has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge, Donald W. Molloy. The ban was meant to take effect next year. Molloy stated that the ban violated the First Amendment and issued a preliminary injunction to prevent it. TikTok has been in a legal battle with the state of Montana since […]
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Big Corporations Develop Reliable Methods for Identifying Trusted A.I. Data
The fuel for artificial intelligence is data and it is a concern for large businesses. The Data and Trust Alliance, a nonprofit group, developed standards for describing data origins and its legal rights. It includes data’s origin, history, and intended use. The purpose of these standards is to provide more information and clarity about data. […]
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Meta Reports 4,789 Facebook Accounts in China Pretended to be Americans
On Thursday, Meta removed thousands of Facebook accounts based in China. The accounts were impersonating Americans and engaging in political debates in the United States. The company warned that this campaign could foretell coordinated international efforts to influence the 2024 presidential election. According to Meta, the network of fake accounts consisted of 4,789 accounts. They […]
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Advertisers Hesitate to Return to X Following Musk’s Remarks
On Thursday, advertisers said they are unlikely to resume spending on X, the social media company that was formerly known as Twitter, after the company’s owner, Elon Musk, insulted brands and told them not to spend on the platform. At least six marketing agencies reported that the brands they represent are standing firm in their […]
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Navigating Disinformation: COP28 Confronts Major Challenge in Dubai
As the world’s leaders gather this week at a major summit, a significant challenge they face is disinformation about global warming. A report released this week identified influential nations like Russia and China among the biggest sources of false or misleading information about the world’s weather. These nations spread diverse and frequently debunked claims, including […]
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Tesla’s Cybertruck Delivery Set to Commence Today
Tesla is set to provide its much-anticipated Cybertruck to consumers on Thursday. With its unique design, analysts are curious about its market potential. Many wealthy individuals are expected to be the initial buyers of the Cybertruck, with many businesses likely to steer clear of the model. Ford, an existing player in the electric vehicle market, […]
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London’s Iconic Black Cabs Consider Joining Uber: A Game Changer?
Uber, the ride-hailing platform, has announced that London’s black cabs will soon be able to offer rides starting in early 2024. This move comes in an attempt to end the contentious rift between Uber and the city’s signature taxi service. Drivers will be able to see a destination up front and book passengers through the […]
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Ending Green Bubble Shaming: Apple’s Initiative and Our Role
For over a decade, smartphone users have grappled with the “green versus blue bubble” issue when it comes to text messaging. iPhone users enjoy blue bubbles and exclusive perks when texting other iPhone users, while texting Android users results in green bubbles, loss of features, and deterioration of media quality. This disparity has led to […]
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General Motors to Reduce Costs for Autonomous Cruise Division
General Motors is slowing the expansion of its Cruise automated driving division and significantly cutting spending at the unit after suspending operations in response to growing safety concerns about its driverless cars. The company had been planning to roll out a ride service in San Francisco and three other cities and begin testing Cruise vehicles […]
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Controversy over U.S. Electric Car Industry’s Dependence on China
The Biden administration is seeking to bolster the United States’ domestic supply chain for electric vehicles to produce cleaner cars. However, the company Huntsman Corporation in Texas faced obstacles in making an all-American electric vehicle due to competition from China. The plant in Texas intended to produce ethylene carbonate for electric vehicle batteries was halted […]
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