When news broke about Adobe’s updated terms of service in February, users were understandably alarmed. The language used in the update seemed to suggest that Adobe could access user content for the purpose of training its generative AI, Firefly. This led to an outcry from artists who rely heavily on Adobe’s software for their work.
Photonic alloys, combining multiple photonic crystals, have shown promise in controlling electromagnetic wave propagation. However, a major issue with these materials is light backscattering, which hinders data and energy transmission, ultimately affecting their performance as waveguides. A New Approach Recently, researchers at Shanxi University and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology developed a
Ethylene, a highly flammable compound, is widely used across various industries, including packaging, plastics, agriculture, and healthcare. With the demand for ethylene on the rise, it is crucial to develop effective and sustainable methods for its large-scale production. Traditionally, ethylene is produced by converting ethane, which is found in abundance in natural gas, into ethylene
Snapchat has recently introduced new generative A.I. elements to its Lens creation tools, marking a significant step towards democratizing A.R. creation and enabling new experiences in digital environments. One of the key updates is the introduction of a generative A.I. Lens tool that can transport users into any scene they describe. While the current implementation
The anomalous Hall effect is a phenomenon that occurs in magnetic metals, where a voltage is generated perpendicular to the magnetic field and current flow. This effect is usually observed in ferromagnetic materials, where electron spins are aligned. The alignment of spins leads to the manifestation of the anomalous Hall effect below a specific temperature
Meta, previously known as Facebook, has recently launched the Threads API, opening up new possibilities for developers looking to integrate with the platform. This move comes as a response to the growing demand for third-party apps and unique integrations on Threads, Meta’s competitor to Twitter. According to Jesse Chen, director of engineering at Threads, developers
The Remake Of The End Of The Greatest RPG Of All Time, or TROTEOTGRPGOAT, is a game that is generating quite a bit of buzz in the gaming community. Developed by Coin Drop Games, this game offers a unique twist on the traditional RPG genre by presenting players with the final hour of a fictional
Receiving an email invitation to participate in a groundbreaking AI venture called Rebind by a stranger named Clancy Martin initially sparked doubts in my mind. The fact that Clancy was a writer and philosophy professor with a questionable background made me wary. The promise of payment for my involvement raised further suspicions. It seemed too
The European Union has taken a firm stance on regulating Big Tech companies, with Apple being a key focus of their recent investigations. Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s competition chief, has expressed serious concerns regarding Apple’s compliance with the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) tech legislation. The probe, which also includes Alphabet and Meta, centers around
Choosing to pursue a career as a comic artist may not seem like a wise decision to many, especially when weighed against the security of a well-paying job in a prominent corporation. However, this is exactly the leap of faith that Bae Jin-soo took when he left his stable position in one of South Korea’s
