Articles by John Lopez
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Samsung Reports 10-Year Low Operating Profit, Annual Revenue Steep Drop
Samsung, South Korea's tech giant, reports weakest annual earnings in a decade at KRW 258.94 trillion ($194 billion), with a 10-year low operating profit, reflecting market challenges.
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World's Largest Digital Camera to Capture the Universe from Chilean Desert in 2025
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile unveils a 2.8-ton, $800 million digital camera, set to revolutionize astronomy with 3,200-megapixel capability and a decade-long mission.
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Volkswagen Launches AI Lab, Partners with Global Tech Firms to Make Digital Prototypes
Volkswagen establishes an independent AI lab for cutting-edge digital prototypes, focusing on AI-optimized charging, predictive maintenance, and voice recognition, fostering global tech collaborations for innovation.
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Rocksteady Apologizes for Suicide Squad Launch Issues: Some Players Receive $20 In-Game Currency
Rocksteady faced early access issues with Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, swiftly addressing bugs and compensating Deluxe Edition players with 2000 LuthorCoins.
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Tiktok's ByteDance CEO Sounds Alarm Amid Rising Competition, AI Tech
ByteDance's CEO warns against mediocrity as the company lags in AI race. Despite internal challenges, it ventures into generative AI, raising privacy and regulatory concerns.
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Best Buy Exclusive: Save $60 EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power Station
Best Buy offers an exclusive $60 discount on the EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power Station—ultra-fast charging, durability, and versatile options make it a travel essential.
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Stellantis' Peugeot Upgrades Voice Assistant in Cars with ChatGPT
Peugeot integrates ChatGPT into all vehicles, embracing AI trend in car tech. Pilot launched in 5 countries; aims to enhance user experience. Also, introduces EV confidence-boosting warranty.
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ISS Astronaut Controls Robot Dog from Space in Historic 'Surface Avatar' Test
ESA astronaut Marcus Wandt achieves a historic feat, remotely controlling Mars robot dog Bert from ISS, advancing human-robot interaction for future celestial missions.
Video Showing Russian Drone Retrofitted with Anti-Tank Missile Goes Viral
Russian-converted civilian drone, Perun-F, retrofitted with a Soviet anti-tank missile launcher raises concerns about tactical effectiveness and the adaptability of commercial technology in warfare.
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vivo X100 Series Hits European Markets with Exclusive Pricing Revealed
Vivo's X100 series debuts in Europe, boasting cutting-edge features and a surprising price point. The flagship X100 Pro faces software challenges against Google and Samsung competitors.
German Startup Semron Introduces Low-Cost, 3D-Scaled Chips for AI on Mobile Devices
Semron, a German startup founded by Dresden University alumni, pioneers 3D-scaled AI chips using memcapacitors, promising energy-efficient, cost-effective AI on mobile devices.
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New Study Says Goats Can Recognize Human Emotions in Speech
A study led by Professor Alan McElligott reveals goats' remarkable ability to detect and respond to human emotions through speech, shedding light on their emotional intelligence.
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Cyberattack Strikes Fulton County Amid Trump Election Interference Trial
A cyberattack in Fulton County, Georgia, paralyzes government systems, impacting Trump's election interference trial. No data compromise was reported.
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Observation of Great White Shark Birth Off California's Coast Stuns Researchers
A surprising discovery of a live newborn great white shark near California challenges shark birthing mysteries, documented in a recent paper, prompting round-the-clock surveillance for further evidence.
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Amazon-iRobot $1.4B Merger Scrapped Over EU Antitrust; iRobot Cuts 31% Jobs, CEO Resigns
Amazon and iRobot's $1.4B merger halted by EU regulators, leading to iRobot's major restructuring, job cuts, and CEO's exit.
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US Agencies Tap AI to Safeguard Endangered Whales Amid Offshore Wind Farm Expansion
US agencies BOEM and NOAA use AI to safeguard North Atlantic right whales from offshore wind impact. Strategy aligns with Biden's 2030 goal, emphasizing science-based protection and responsible energy expansion.
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Grab a GoPro MAX 360 at a Jaw-Dropping $100 Off in Best Buy's Top Tech Deals
Grab the GoPro MAX 360 Action Camera at an unbeatable $399.99, $100 off its original price at Best Buy. Elevate your content creation with unparalleled features and savings!
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Amazon Prime Video Introduces Ads, Plans to Turn TV Viewers Into Shoppers
Amazon plans to introduce ads on US Prime Video, turning it into a shopping portal, aiming to boost its $50B advertising business. Subscribers can opt for an ad-free service.
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Apple Card Surprises Users with Second Interest Rate Boost, Now Offering 4.5% on Savings
Apple surprises Apple Card users with a second interest rate increase in a month, reaching an attractive 4.5%. Behind the scenes, Apple explores alternatives to its partnership with Goldman Sachs.
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Researchers Challenge Wuhan Market Link to COVID-19 Origin, Present New Evidence
German and Hong Kong statisticians challenge the widely accepted Huanan market origin of COVID-19, presenting flaws in data analysis methods. Alternative landmarks proposed.
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Research Reveals People's Interesting Opinions After Robots Use Certain Dialects
A University of Potsdam study explores the impact of dialects on human perceptions of social robots, revealing mixed preferences and a link between trust and competence.
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IRS Tax Changes 2024: Essential Tax Tips for PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App Users
This guide navigates the IRS's 2024 1099-K reporting change for payment apps, detailing thresholds, tax implications for freelancers, and strategies to stay organized.
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Epic Games Teases Fortnite's Return to iPhones in EU After Apple DMA Compliance
Fortnite triumphs as Apple complies with EU's Digital Markets Act, ending the game's ban. iPhone users gain app store alternatives in March, marking a major industry shift.
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Japan Strengthens Export Controls to Curb Military Use, Focuses on China, Russia Safeguards
Japan tightens export controls, aligning regulations with UN resolutions, focusing on China and Russia. Aims to prevent military misuse of advanced technologies, especially through third-party transfers.
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Asteroid Ryugu Sample Reveals Ancient Comets Brought Life to Earth
Scientists studying samples from asteroid Ryugu, brought to Earth by Japan's Hayabusa2, find evidence suggesting ancient comets may have delivered life's building blocks to our planet.
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Palworld Creator Pocket Pair Is Now Working on a Mobile Game
Pocket Pair, creator of the hit Palworld, partners with KLab to launch a hybrid-casual mobile game, blending casual simplicity with immersive online gaming for a diverse global audience.
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Research Reveals Widespread Data Privacy Concerns in Most Pet Care Tech
A study by Newcastle University and the University of London exposes data privacy risks in pet tech, emphasizing the industry's lack of security standards and user awareness.
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[UPDATE] Deepfake Biden Robocall Linked to Silicon Valley's Top Voice-Cloning Startup ElevenLabs
A deepfake robocall impersonating President Biden targets New Hampshire's election, exposing risks of AI in politics. ElevenLabs' possible involvement prompts ethical concerns and calls for regulatory measures.
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Horizon Scandal: Post Office's Attempt to Conceal Faults from IT Witness Exposed
The Post Office Horizon scandal reveals a decade-long IT crisis involving system errors, Post Office concealment attempts, Fujitsu's repercussions, and victims' harrowing experiences, sparking national scrutiny.
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Alibaba Launches $2.66/Month AI-Powered Presentation Tool with Automatic Slide-Deck Generation
Alibaba's Quark introduces AI PPT, a $2.66/month tool revolutionizing presentations with customizable AI-generated slides.
