The ongoing campaign between Israel and UNRWA has stirred up a storm of controversy, with both parties vying for public support and funding. The impact of Israel’s campaign is proving to be a challenge to measure, as UNRWA USA has spent substantial resources attempting to outbid Israel for Google search ad slots. Despite these efforts,
Elon Musk, the CEO of X/Tech, recently sent an email to staff regarding their much-awaited stock grants. These stock options, however, come with a catch. The company plans to award these grants based on the anticipated future impact of employees. This new directive requires staff to submit a one-page summary outlining their contributions to the
As the anticipation builds for the upcoming Apple product launch event, rumors are circulating about the potential features of the iPhone 16 lineup. According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, sources indicate that the new iPhones could have larger screens on the Pro models, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max reportedly increasing from 6.7 inches to
MSI recently showcased their latest motherboard range, the X870 and X870E, at Gamescom 2024. One striking feature noticed by Cowcotland was the inclusion of 8-pin PCIe power connectors at the bottom of all the boards. This addition has sparked curiosity among enthusiasts and tech experts alike. The reason behind the incorporation of these power connectors
ElevenLabs, an AI audio startup, has recently announced the global availability of their text-to-speech Reader app, catering to a wider audience by adding support for 32 different languages. This move represents a significant step towards inclusivity, enabling users from various linguistic backgrounds to utilize the app for their needs. By offering languages such as Spanish,
In a recent development, former pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli has been ordered by federal Judge Pamela Chen to turn over his copies of The Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album. This decision comes as a result of a preliminary injunction issued in an ongoing lawsuit filed by PleasrDAO, an NFT collective that
The Justice Department and eight states have filed a lawsuit against RealPage, the company responsible for a widely-used software that assists landlords in setting rental prices. The lawsuit alleges that RealPage’s rent recommendation algorithm not only drives up prices but also eliminates competition in the apartment leasing market. According to the complaint, RealPage obtains nonpublic
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently decided to halt the development of its high-end mixed reality headset, codenamed La Jolla, despite initial plans to release it in 2027. This decision comes as a surprise considering the company’s efforts to compete with Apple’s Vision Pro headset. The reason behind this strategic shift is primarily attributed
Recently, it was revealed that the quotes in the Megalopolis trailer, which were supposedly from contemporary reviews of director Francis Ford Coppola’s past films, were actually generated by AI. This deceptive tactic led to the removal of Eddie Egan, the individual responsible for the materials in the trailer, from the movie’s marketing team. The confirmation
Stephen Wolfram, a renowned mathematician and scientist, was raised in a household where his mother taught philosophy at Oxford University. Despite his initial disinterest in the subject during his youth, Wolfram now sees the value in deep philosophical thinking for AI research. His impressive career spans across science, math, and computing, with notable accomplishments such
NASA administrator Bill Nelson made a significant announcement today, revealing that US astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will be returning next February with the SpaceX Crew-9 mission. This comes after spending over 80 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The decision to bring them back was not taken lightly, as various factors played
Jonathan Padilla, also known as the “crypto guy,” made quite the impression at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Dressed in a pineapple-print shirt and baseball cap, Padilla engaged in discussions about crypto policy with fellow delegates and even managed to get a selfie with Senator Chris Coons. This newfound attention to cryptocurrency in political
The ongoing debate about the discrepancies in iPhone features between Europe and the rest of the world has brought to light some glaring inequalities. While European users enjoy perks like third-party app stores, customizable browsers, and the ability to replace default apps, those outside of Europe are left feeling like they are missing out on
Valve has officially revealed Deadlock to the public in a rather understated manner. The game now has its own Steam page, where Valve is listed as both the developer and publisher. The announcement simply states that Deadlock is currently in the early stages of development, featuring temporary art and experimental gameplay. Access to the game
The $80 million round for Story aims to revolutionize content and IP with the application of web3 magic. While this concept sounds promising, the comparison to what Bitcoin did for money and finance may be a stretch. The true impact of Story remains to be seen and whether it will truly revolutionize the industry as
The world of Pokémon is expanding once again with the introduction of a new all-Pokémon FAST channel. This channel will bring the first 22 seasons of the original Pokémon anime to audiences around the globe, starting with its availability in the US. The Canadian distributor WildBrain is behind this exciting new venture, with plans to