At Amazon’s annual shareholders meeting held several days ago, investors rejected a record 18 outside proposals, indicating a strong undercurrent of dissatisfaction with the company’s operations. The company reported that a majority of Amazon’s shares voted against all these proposals.

Microsoft has issued a stark warning about the rising threats to the critical infrastructure of the United States. The company, based in Redmond, Washington, reported on Wednesday that it had detected “stealthy and targeted malicious activity” perpetrated by a state-sponsored actor from China.

In a bold move that is stirring concerns over user privacy, Facebook has reportedly been granted a patent that suggests a desire to observe its users covertly through their webcam or smartphone camera. The technology aims to discern your mood as you interact with the platform, thereby serving tailored content or advertisements that align with your emotions. The somewhat intrusive concept involves analyzing people in real time via their camera as they browse online. The system is designed to identify emotions such as happiness, boredom, or sadness, and deliver advertisements that correspond with your current mood. For instance, if you’re feeling down, the technology could serve an ad designed to uplift your spirits or present products you’ve previously browsed when the timing feels just right. According to the patent application, Facebook’s system could determine user preferences based on their reactions to specific content.

Alexej Savreux is an artificial intelligence (AI) trainer, part of an unnoticed workforce responsible for teaching AI systems like ChatGPT to analyze data and generate text and images. Earning $15 an hour or more without benefits, these individuals label photos and predict text output to improve AI accuracy. Although their work has gone largely unrecognized, AI trainers like Savreux play a crucial role in the development of language systems. He has worked with tech startups like OpenAI, the San Francisco-based company that released ChatGPT in November, sparking excitement around generative AI.

Have you ever wondered how your sensitive information stays secure when you’re shopping online or sending a private email? The answer lies in something called encryption, a complex system of coding that disguises your data to keep it safe from prying eyes. Some might argue, “I have nothing to hide. Why should I care about encryption?” Well, the truth is, encryption is critical for everyone, and here’s why.

In Brazil, where her grandfather once protected native Amazonian lands with bows and arrows, Txai Surui, now uses tech as her weapon of choice. Txai, a 26-year-old Brazilian, is among the standout participants of the Web Summit Rio, the world’s largest annual technology conference. Not only an indigenous activist, Txai is the coordinator of the Kaninde Ethno-Environmental Defense Association, which represents 21 Amazon Indigenous peoples. Txai also produced the National Geographic documentary “The Territory”, continuing her parents’ legacy of activism. She speaks out of the double-edged nature of technology, “technology can also be used for evil.”

On Tuesday, popular social media platform Reddit revealed a significant update to its iOS and Android applications. The update offers users a more seamless experience when sharing Reddit content with other platforms, including iMessage and Instagram. Moreover, Reddit is introducing new tools that allow publishers to display Reddit content on…

As the world becomes increasingly digital, many of us find ourselves spending hours in front of screens, whether for work or leisure. This prolonged exposure to electronic devices has sparked concerns about the impact of blue light on our eyes and overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the importance of using blue-light filters and discuss the science behind how they can help protect your eyes and maintain healthy circadian rhythms.

Ahoy, digital sailors! Today, we’re embarking on a thrilling voyage to navigate the treacherous waters of the internet. Our mission? To help you, our dear readers, spot and avoid the latest phishing scams that are swimming around in your email inbox, just waiting to take a bite out of your…

Today, we’re tackling a common conundrum: the difference between memory (RAM) and storage. Now, you might be thinking, “Isn’t that the same thing?” But hold your horses, because we’re about to embark on a delightful journey to explain this crucial distinction. And to make things a bit more relatable, we’ll be using the charming analogy of a desk and a filing cabinet. So, let’s get started!

Since the dawn of humanity, technology has been a fundamental part of our existence. Our ancestors created stone tools to hunt, gather, and build shelters. Over time, these early tools evolved into more complex devices, such as the wheel, the plow, and the printing press. Today, we live in an age of unprecedented technological advancement, with inventions like the internet, smartphones, and artificial intelligence transforming every aspect of our lives.

Technology has been evolving at a breakneck pace over the past few decades, and it’s interesting to consider how the human brain has shaped this evolution. Technology and the brain share several common features and characteristics in many ways, and by exploring these similarities, we can gain a deeper understanding of both.

You’re a Google employee who doesn’t get paid. Here’s why. If you’ve ever visited a website or tried to create a new account online, chances are you’ve come across a little thing called reCAPTCHA. It’s Google’s way of making sure you’re not a robot trying to spam or hack their site. But what most people don’t know is that reCAPTCHA is not just a security measure. It’s also a way for Google to profit off your data.

Google has announced that it is consolidating its artificial intelligence (AI) research groups into one unit in a bid to remain competitive in the AI race. The move will see the Brain team from Google Research and DeepMind, a subsidiary of Google’s parent company Alphabet, merged into one team. The reorganization is designed to accelerate progress in AI by combining all the talent into one focused team backed by Google’s computational resources.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being adopted in the political sphere as a tool for generating speeches, emails, and even drafting laws. However, experts have warned against the rapid uptake of AI tools like ChatGPT, which is famous for fabricating “facts”. ChatGPT, released in November 2021 by US firm OpenAI, has already made its way into politics, particularly as a way of scoring points.