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GeneralBeginnerSmart contracts have transformed transaction and agreement execution on the blockchain by embedding the terms directly into code. These self-executing contracts automate tasks upon meeting specific conditions, making them invaluable across diverse industries. Here are ten exemplary applications of…
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Google faces accusations of prioritizing AI-generated, SEO spam content over original, high-quality content in its search results. This has sparked concerns amongst creators and webmasters who fear a decline in the overall quality of information accessible through Google. The crux of the issue…
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GeneralBeginnerGoogle recently released its 2024 Environmental Report, a document exceeding 80 pages that details the company’s efforts to utilize technology for environmental solutions and minimize its own ecological footprint. While the report highlights various commendable initiatives, critics point out a…
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GeneralBeginnerFigma has disabled its newly launched “Make Design” AI tool. This feature, designed to utilize generative AI to create entire applications based on user input, came under fire for consistently replicating the look and feel of Apple’s Weather app. Figma CEO Dylan Field acknowledged the issue,…
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GeneralBeginnerAI safety and development company Anthropic is taking a step towards a more robust evaluation of artificial intelligence with a new funding program. They aim to create a fresh generation of AI benchmarks – essentially tests that gauge an AI model’s capabilities and potential risks. Current…
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GeneralBeginnerYouTube has implemented a new policy allowing individuals to request the removal of videos featuring AI-generated content that imitates their face or voice. This update rolled out quietly in June, expands YouTube’s privacy violation process and aligns with its commitment to responsible AI…
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GeneralBeginnerMeta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has tweaked its approach to labeling photos potentially modified with artificial intelligence (AI). In a shift sparked by user feedback, the company is replacing the “Made with AI” label with a more nuanced “AI info” tag. The initial “Made with…
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GeneralBeginnerPopular investment app Robinhood announced on Monday that it had acquired Pluto Capital, an AI-powered research platform. This move signals Robinhood’s push to integrate artificial intelligence into its platform and provide users with more sophisticated investment tools. Pluto’s technology…
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GeneralBeginnerAmazon’s cloud division, Amazon Web Services (AWS), is reportedly investigating Perplexity AI, a rising AI search startup, over allegations of web scraping without consent. This follows a Wired report uncovering a Perplexity crawler seemingly disregarding the Robots Exclusion Protocol…
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GeneralBeginnerTesla’s controversial Cybertruck has hit another snag, with not one but two recalls announced in June 2024. These latest issues come on top of previous concerns, raising questions about the electric pickup’s production quality. The first recall targets the Cybertruck’s massive single windshield…
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GeneralBeginnerThe U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) finalized regulations on June 28th, 2024, requiring cryptocurrency brokers to report customer transactions to the IRS. This aims to improve tax collection and crack down on crypto-related tax evasion. Key points: Overall, this…
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