As the world grapples with the growing threat of deepfakes, it has become evident that the current detection tools are not equipped to handle the challenges presented in the Global South. Models trained on high-quality media struggle to recognize accents, languages, and faces less common in Western countries. Moreover, the prevalence of cheap Chinese smartphone
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US astronaut Barry Wilmore made an unusual call to NASA ground crew members on Saturday, seeking assistance with a perplexing repetitive knocking sound originating from the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. The conversation was shared by a NASA Space Flight forum member, who posted a recording of the interaction that was subsequently discovered by Ars Technica. Wilmore
X, formerly known as Twitter, is making significant changes as it has announced its departure from its iconic Market Street building in San Francisco. The company is set to close its global headquarters in two weeks, marking the end of an era for X in its longtime San Francisco home. X has informed its remaining
The fediverse, an interconnected network of decentralized social platforms based on open-source protocols like ActivityPub, holds immense potential for creating enduring and interoperable social networks. However, one of the major challenges faced by creators and businesses in the fediverse is the lack of direct monetization opportunities, which often leads them to rely on closed platforms
Apple’s latest Mac Mini, as reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, is set to ditch the traditional USB-A ports. Instead, the new desktop will feature five USB-C ports, providing users with a more modern and versatile connectivity option. This move signifies Apple’s commitment to embracing newer technologies and moving away from outdated standards. The Mac Mini
The recent blocking of social media platform X in Brazil has sparked a heated debate among its users and politicians regarding the legitimacy of the ban. On Sunday, many Brazilians found themselves struggling to navigate other social media platforms in the absence of X. The shutdown, initiated early Saturday, rendered the platform largely inaccessible on
In Kenya’s bustling capital of Nairobi, a new wave of innovation has taken hold in the form of robot service in a local cafe. The Robot Cafe has introduced three preprogrammed robots named Claire, R24, and Nadia to assist with serving food to customers. This unique concept has garnered attention from both young and old
The DataGrail Summit 2024 brought to light the pressing issue of rapidly advancing risks associated with artificial intelligence. Industry leaders like Dave Zhou, CISO of Instacart, and Jason Clinton, CISO of Anthropic, emphasized the need for robust security measures to keep pace with the exponential growth of AI capabilities. In a panel discussion titled “Creating
In the rapidly advancing field of generative AI, companies like Microsoft and Google are deploying tools like ChatGPT to create content on demand. However, a critical issue remains – these models often “hallucinate” or invent answers when faced with uncertainty. This problem poses a challenge for corporate customers who rely on AI systems like Copilot
Alibaba has recently completed a three-year regulatory “rectification” process after receiving an antitrust fine in 2021. China’s market regulator, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), announced on Friday that Alibaba has successfully become compliant with antitrust regulations. This news has resulted in a positive response from investors, with Alibaba’s shares rising more than 3%