Articles by QuincyJon
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Microsoft Updates Phone Link with Text-Extraction Superpower: Say Goodbye to Re-Typing!
Microsoft will release a new version of Phone Link, enabling users to select and copy text from Android-synced photos.
Microneedle Patch Shows Promise in Regrowing Hair Lost to Alopecia Areata: Study
A recent study at MIT suggests a safer treatment for alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair loss.
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First Pig Kidney Transplant Patient Dies, Cause Unrelated to Transplant
Richard Slayman, the first recipient of a genetically engineered pig kidney transplant, died two months later after the breakthrough procedure in Massachusetts.
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Microsoft Copilot Automates Prompt Creation, Makes AI Easier Than Ever
Microsoft 365 Copilot now offers AI-powered prompt-writing tools that recommend improvements using auto-complete features.
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Tesla Slashes Global Workforce by Over 10% in Cost-Cutting Move Amid Sales Decline
Elon Musk has announced Tesla's global staff reduction of over 10% to improve efficiency and save costs, amidst a decline in sales and electric vehicle demand.
Obesity Drug Ozempic's Pricetag Under Fire as Study Exposes Manufacturing Costs
Recent research has raised concerns over the high prices of Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Ozempic despite low manufacturing costs.
Databricks Unveils $10 Million Generative AI Model DBRX: What Makes It Stand Out?
Databricks has introduced DBRX, a flexible large language model developed by Mosaic AI and trained on NVIDIA DGX Cloud, offering democratized training and customization for organizations.
San Francisco Startup Ema Unveils Universal AI Employee Set to Transform Workflows
Ema, a San Francisco-based AI startup, aims to create a "universal AI employee" by automating mundane tasks and focusing on strategy.
Biden Administration Imposes Import Restriction on China's SMIC After Producing Chip for Huawei's Mate 60 Pro: Report
The US Commerce Department has imposed restrictions on Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC)'s advanced facility for Huawei's Mate 60 Pro phone, halting millions of dollars worth of shipments.
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Spotted: Lady Gaga Hits the Streets in a Tesla Cybertruck
Photos of pop icon Lady Gaga in a Tesla Cybertruck went viral on social media, garnering praise from fans.
Sony, Seagate Enter Partnership: Transforming Data Storage With Laser Diode Innovation
Sony and Seagate plans to mass-produce laser diodes that quadruple hard disk drive capacity, aiming to double data storage capacity in the data storage sector.
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Depression More Prevalent in Americans Living Alone: CDC Study
A CDC study reveals that individuals living alone are more likely to experience depression, especially those lacking sufficient social and emotional support.
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Alibaba Shifts Strategy: Plans to Divest Offline Retail Assets Amid Challenging Market Conditions
With Chairman Joe Tsai forming a capital management committee, Alibaba plans to sell offline retail assets, reassessing its "new retail" strategy despite market obstacles.
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Apple's visionOS 1.0.3 Update Allows Hassle-Free Vision Pro Reset
Apple has released the VisionOS 1.0.3 update, enhancing user experience with bug fixes and a user-friendly reset option, allowing users to restore their headsets using their Apple ID password.
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Fighting Misinformation: Harvard Experts Tap Social Media Influencers for Mental Health Campaign
Harvard University is collaborating with online influencers to promote mental health awareness, providing training and evidence-based information to counteract the negative impact of excessive social media use.
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Ransomware Paralyzes 18 Hospitals in Romania: Healthcare System Offline
Romania's Ministry of Health has investigated a massive ransomware attack on 18 hospitals, affecting the Hipocrate Information System, which manages medical activities and patient data.
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Meta Removes Instagram, Facebook Accounts Linked to Iran's Supreme Leader After Criticism for Supporting Hamas
Meta terminated Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Instagram and Facebook accounts following condemnation of Iran's support for Hamas, violating Meta's "Dangerous Organizations and Individuals Policy."
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Sports Betting on X: Elon Musk's Platform Partners with BetMGM
Elon Musk's social network X and BetMGM have partnered to offer live-odds sports betting, with the former Twitter providing users with seamless access to BetMGM's platforms.
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RustDoor: New macOS Malware Disguised as Visual Studio Update Linked to ALPHV/BlackCat Ransomware Gang
Bitdefender discovered RustDoor, a macOS malware with multiple variants, disseminating through malicious Visual Studio updates, potentially linking to the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang.
AI Search Engine Revolution: Perplexity Threatens to Outshine Google and Bing
Perplexity leads the transformation of the search engine industry, challenging giants like Google and Bing, with its AI-powered search engine.
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Lethal Meningitis Outbreak: Study Finds Fungus Targeted Brainstem in Cosmetic Surgery Patients in Mexico
A recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine has shed light on a deadly fungal meningitis outbreak that occurred in Matamoros, Mexico, that killed 12 people.
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Biden Administration and Tech Giants Unveil AISIC: A Collaborative Initiative to Tackle AI Risks
The Biden administration has launched the US AI Safety Institute Consortium, involving OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Meta and over 200 tech companies to support safe AI development and deployment.
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Tesla Layoffs Loom as Managers Assess Employee Roles in Critical Move
Tesla is assessing employee positions, raising concerns about potential layoffs following a slump in sales growth and heightened Chinese EV competition.
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Tech Job Cuts Signal a Shift in Industry Focus: Why Tech Giants Layoff Despite Soaring Stock Values
Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Google, TikTok, and Salesforce are laying off workers to enhance efficiency and profitability given a strong US economy, record stock market, and advancements in artificial intelligence.
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AI Favors Nuclear Warfare in War Simulations, Raising Concerns
Prestigious institutions found disturbing AI patterns in foreign policy decision-making, with models worsening confrontations and possibly deploying nuclear weapons.
US Appeals Court Rules: Mask Refusal During COVID-19 Not Covered by First Amendment
A court in New Jersey ruled that refusing to wear a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic is not covered by free speech.
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Apple Vision Pro Users Ignite Trend with Unconventional Social Videos, Including Risky Scenarios
Vision Pro headset users are showcasing unconventional and risky uses of the latest wearable technology from Apple, sparking safety concerns.
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KoBold Metals, Backed by Gates and Bezos, Unearths Massive Copper Deposit in Zambia
KoBold Metals, backed by tech tycoons Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, made a significant copper discovery in Zambia, crucial for renewable energy, using AI.
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Data Breach Alert: 'ResumeLooters' Hack 65 Legitimate Job Sites, Stealing Personal Info of 2 Million Users
ResumeLooters, a cyber threat group, breached 65 job listings and retail sites, compromising the personal data of over two million job seekers using advanced techniques.
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White House Issues Warning Amid Dangerous Trend of Using Apple's Vision Pro While Driving
The White House has urged drivers to practice road safety when using Apple's Vision Pro while driving, amid recent viral videos of people using the AR/VR headset behind the wheel.
