Eu Countries Agree on the New ‘Data Bill’ to Curb Power of Big Tech Companies

EU countries unite to curtail the power of Big Tech companies through a pioneering agreement known as the ‘Data Act.’ Following seven hours of intense negotiations between EU lawmakers, this groundbreaking pact seeks to safeguard European consumer and corporate data, aiming to level the playing field and rein in the dominance of US tech giants. …

The US Government’s Ambitious Emission Rules May Boost EV Sales

In a quest for a more sustainable tomorrow, the US government is putting the pedal to the metal, steering the automotive industry towards a revolutionary transformation. Proposing sweeping changes in auto emissions standards, the stage is set for electric vehicles (EVs) to take the limelight, propelling toward a greener and cleaner future. By 2032, a …

FBI Issues Warning About Public Phone Charging Stations

In today’s interconnected world, where lives revolve around smartphones and digital devices, safeguarding personal information has become more critical than ever. Recognizing this, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a vital warning to consumers, shedding light on the potential risks linked to using public phone charging stations. These public USB stations, commonly found …

Twitter to X: The ‘Everything App’ of the Future

Elon Musk’s announcement of the rebranding of the world-renowned social media platform ‘Twitter’ as ‘X’ sent shockwaves across the world. Stepping away from the iconic blue bird logo and the platform’s well-established name, Musk aspires to create an innovative ‘everything app’ that transcends traditional social networking boundaries. Musk’s ambitious vision for X extends far beyond …

Securing Compensation: A Guide to Filing a Claim in the Facebook User Privacy Settlement

In a landmark move, the parent company of Facebook, Meta agreed to pay a whopping US $725 million last year as a privacy settlement to address allegations of their mishandling user data. Now, U.S. Facebook users have an opportunity to secure their rightful share from this settlement with only a month left to file their …

Netflix Adds An Impressive Paid Subscriber Growth of Nearly 6 Million Amid Password-Sharing Crackdown

In a groundbreaking move to address password sharing, Netflix has witnessed a significant surge in its paid subscriber base. During the second quarter, the streaming giant proudly announced the addition of nearly six million paid subscribers, propelling its global total to a staggering 238 million paid members. Netflix’s ongoing campaign to curb password sharing has …

AI News Anchors and the Future of Journalism

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into journalism is bringing forth a new era of media transformation, reshaping the way stories are told and consumed. This illustrates the coexistence of human ingenuity and technological advancement in the media industry. AI’s presence in newsrooms centers on the interaction between humans and machines, yielding profound journalistic outcomes. …

Can Artificial Intelligence Surpass Human Intelligence?

AI has taken technology to newer heights and played a fundamental role in transforming the digital age. However, in the quest to make the technology even stronger, scientists are developing AI that will be better than human minds, which begs the question—will AI surpass human intelligence? Generative AI “generates” content, such as texts, images, audio, …

Twitter Introduces Ads Revenue Sharing Program for Verified Users

Twitter’s Elon Musk announced that the social media platform will start sharing ad revenue generated from profile visit views. This program would double the payout to creators via Stripe. However, the move is only limited to verified users to avoid fraudulent view counts or bot hacks. Musk also stressed that the payouts would not solely …

Norway Imposes a $100K Fine on Meta Over Data and Privacy Concerns

Data and privacy rules are trickier to navigate in the digital era of free speech, and Meta is facing a similar problem. The technology conglomerate is on the paying end of a hefty fine of $100k over user privacy allegations. According to Norway’s data protection authority, Meta would have to pay the penalty unless it …