Reddit, a popular social media platform, is facing scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission regarding its sale, licensing, or sharing of users’ posts and content for the purpose of training artificial intelligence models. This inquiry comes as Reddit has recently announced a $60 million deal with Google, allowing AI companies to access databases of human-written
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US prosecutors have recently made headlines by requesting a harsh sentence of 40 to 50 years for Sam Bankman-Fried, the once-prominent CEO of FTX cryptocurrency exchange. This request comes after Bankman-Fried was found guilty of a myriad of charges including fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. The prosecution is adamant that such a lengthy prison term
LED lighting has come a long way since its inception in 1969 with the release of the first red LED lamp. It wasn’t until 1998, when Japan’s Nakamura Shoji successfully created white LEDs, that LED lighting truly entered the spotlight. The invention of the incandescent lamp by Edison in 1879 paved the way for LED
In recent years, flexible sensors have revolutionized the field of sensing capabilities with their ability to detect a wide range of stimuli. However, the measurement of complex deformations resulting from forces or strains from multiple axes presents a significant challenge due to the lack of independent perception of multi-axial stimuli. The main obstacle in achieving
Solar energy has long been hailed as a renewable and sustainable source of power, but its efficient utilization has often been hindered by challenges in accurately estimating solar radiation components. However, a recent study published in the Journal of Remote Sensing introduces a groundbreaking approach that leverages data augmentation and machine learning to overcome these
In a recent ruling by a UK court, it was determined that Craig Wright is not the mysterious creator of Bitcoin known as Satoshi Nakamoto. The decision came after a lengthy trial in London’s High Court, where the Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) sued Wright, claiming he was not the true mastermind behind the iconic
TikTok creators are in an uproar following the approval of a bill by the House of Representatives that could potentially force TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner or face a ban in the United States. This proposed legislation has sparked outrage among creators, who argue that it lacks common sense and ignores financial implications.
Ensuring clean and healthy air quality in classrooms is crucial for the overall well-being and concentration of students. A recent study conducted by the University of Surrey highlights the importance of implementing air purifiers and opening windows in schools to combat air pollution. The research suggests that using air purifiers during school hours and opening
The recent announcement by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s government to construct new gas-fired power stations has ignited a debate about the country’s climate policies and energy security. Despite the Conservative government’s goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, the decision to build gas power plants has raised concerns among environmentalists and opposition
The incident on LATAM flight LA800 from Sydney to Auckland left twelve passengers hospitalized after a technical problem caused the Boeing-made plane to dip violently. Passengers reported that the plane quickly lost altitude, causing some to be flung towards the ceiling. One passenger described how people flew through the air because they weren’t wearing their