Articles by John Lopez
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Apple's New Video Reactions Feature Sparks Concern for Telehealth Users—Here's Why
Apple's iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma updates introduce video reactions to enhance video calls, but unintentional disruptions have led to warnings and concerns in sensitive scenarios.
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Google Camera App Renamed 'Pixel Camera'; Now Exclusively for Pixel Devices
Google rebrands 'Google Camera' to 'Pixel Camera,' making it exclusive to Pixel devices. This change brings enhanced features, compatibility, and an expanding Pixel ecosystem.
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E-commerce: Amazon, Shopify, eBay Unleash Generative AI Tools for Product Listings
Amazon, Shopify, and eBay are deploying advanced generative AI tools to enhance product listings and transform e-commerce. Platform-specific AI systems aim to simplify various seller tasks.
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Microsoft Finally Inks Historic $68.7 Billion Purchase of Activision Blizzard
Microsoft successfully acquired Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion after regulatory challenges, bolstering its gaming portfolio and reshaping the industry landscape.
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Best Buy Ditches Physical Media Sales Including Blu-ray, DVD; Follows Netflix in Digital-Only Transition
Best Buy to discontinue physical media sales following Netflix's exit. This shift reflects the digital media era's dominance and its effects on traditional formats.
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Scientists Unveil Annual 'Climate Countdown Clock' to Drive Urgency at UN Climate Talks in Dubai
A team of scientists introduces the "Climate Countdown Clock," offering immediate policy-relevant climate updates to address the evolving crisis, ahead of the UN climate talks in Dubai.
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Netflix to Open Physical 'Netflix House' Stores Worldwide by 2025—Here's What to Expect
Netflix introduces "Netflix House" stores for immersive fan experiences, bringing shows to life with themed food, merchandise, and live events, expanding worldwide in 2025.
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Google Promises Legal Aid for AI Users, Following Microsoft, Adobe's Lead
Google's groundbreaking move to protect AI users embroiled in legal disputes, ensuring a comprehensive defense in intellectual property cases within its Cloud and Workspace platforms.
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Microsoft's Renewable Energy Deal in Japan Fuels Green Data-Center Push
Microsoft signs a groundbreaking 20-year deal with Shizen Energy in Japan for 25MW of solar power, advancing sustainability goals and clean energy momentum.
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Australian Researchers Unveil Simple, Effective Method for Extracting Uranium from Seawater
Australian researchers, in collaboration with ANSTO, have developed a groundbreaking method for efficient uranium extraction from seawater. This has the potential to meet global uranium demand and tackle radioactive wastewater near nuclear plants.
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Valve Implements SMS Verification to Thwart Hackers, Safeguard Developer Accounts
Valve reinforces Steam security with SMS verification for developers, protecting against hacks compromising game builds. Future actions may require similar measures.
Colorado Couple's Viral Video Reveals Shocking Bigfoot Sighting
A Colorado couple's viral video claims to have captured a Bigfoot sighting during their vacation, sparking a debate on the legendary creature's existence.
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New York Bill Takes On Social Media Algorithms, Calls for Parental Consent on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and lawmakers unveil the SAFE for Kids Act, aiming to curb algorithm-driven content's adverse effects on youth mental health and require parental consent for access.
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Japanese Firms Unveil 'DCJPY' Digital Currency for Clean Energy Transactions by July 2024
Japanese consortium to launch 'DCJPY' digital currency by July 2024, transforming clean energy certificate transactions with blockchain, security, and cost-efficiency features.
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Uber Eats Launches Food Delivery with Multi-Store Ordering - Satisfy Your Cravings in One Order
Uber Eats introduces game-changing "Multi-Store Ordering" for diverse food cravings in one delivery, raising questions about courier logistics and consumer satisfaction.
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Apple Rakes in $18-20 Billion from Google in iPhone Search Engine Dominance Deal—Grounds for Regulatory Probe?
Apple receives $18-20 billion annually from Google for iPhone search dominance. US antitrust concerns threaten this deal's future and spark strategic considerations.
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California's New 'Delete Act' to Empower Citizens in Erasing Personal Data from 500 Data Brokers
California's 'Delete Act' empowers residents to easily remove personal data from 500 data brokers, promoting transparency and data privacy while facing opposition from advertisers.
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Shocking Study Reveals 1 in 7 Adults, 1 in 8 Children Addicted to Ultra-Processed Foods
Discover how a study exposes the addiction to ultra-processed foods, posing health risks and the need for labeling changes.
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Gene-Edited Chickens: Can Scientists Safeguard Poultry from Bird Flu with Altered DNA?
Researchers employ cutting-edge gene editing to limit bird flu virus spread in chickens, offering hope in the fight against a costly animal disease.
Israeli Woman Discovers Grandmother's Tragic Hamas Murder via Disturbing Facebook Video
Amid Israel-Hamas conflict, Mor Bayder's Facebook shock reveals grandmother's murder, emphasizing civilian toll. Growing crisis and hostage situation add to concerns.
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Expert Warns AI's Huge Energy Demands Could Outpace Whole Countries
In a world increasingly reliant on AI, a report warns of its staggering energy consumption, potentially surpassing entire countries, impacting both training and inference phases.
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Over 1,000 Amazon UK Workers Plan Four-Day Strike Over Black Friday
Amazon workers in Coventry, UK, plan a Black Friday strike amid a pay dispute, despite Amazon's pledge to increase wages.
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Heavy Truck Industry to Remain Dependent on Diesel Through 2035, Study Warns
ETH Zurich's study warns that diesel will dominate heavy trucks until 2035 without immediate policy support for zero-emission tech, impacting climate change.
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Israel's Thriving Tech Ecosystem Facing Security Challenges Amid Escalating Conflict
Israel's booming tech sector ranked second globally, faces security risks amid escalating conflict with Hamas, impacting stocks and raising concerns about talent diversion.
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Flesh-Eating Bacterial Skin Infections Spread Beyond Hotspots, Australian Health Officials Sound Alarm
Australia faces a surge in flesh-eating bacterial skin infections, with a significant rise in Buruli ulcer cases, spreading beyond coastal regions, sparking health concerns.
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Over 2 Million Fungi Species Await Discovery, but 75% at Risk of Extinction: Report
A groundbreaking report reveals 2 million undiscovered fungi species on Earth, with a warning that 75% of them may be at risk of extinction, underscoring the urgent need for conservation.
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2023's Most Terrifying Horror Games: Resident Evil 4, Sons of the Forest, Dead Space, and More
Explore the spine-chilling world of horror gaming in 2023 with titles like Resident Evil 4 Remake, Sons of the Forest, and Dead Space Remake.
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Optimize Your PS5 Gaming, Beat Its Negative Effects on Health with These Essential Settings
Excessive gaming on the PlayStation 5 can harm health and life balance. Discover how Play Time Controls can help users regain control and improve their well-being.
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UAE to Power 23,000 Homes with 50% Wind-Powered Clean Energy by 2050
Discover how the UAE is pioneering renewable energy with wind power, aiming for 50% clean energy by 2050 through innovative technology and strong regulatory support.
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Super Strength Street Drug Nitazenes 500 Times More Potent Than Morphine Blamed for 6 Ireland Deaths
Nitazenes, highly potent synthetic opioids, linked to six tragic deaths in Northern Ireland, sparking a severe public health crisis and concerns over their rapid spread.
