AI-powered program fights homelessness in Los Angeles
In a bid to combat the ongoing homelessness crisis, Los Angeles County is using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify and support individuals at the highest risk of becoming homeless. This pioneering pilot program analyzes data from seven county agencies, including medical visits, mental health care, substance abuse diagnoses, arrests, and public benefit sign-ups, to identify […]
Microsoft CEO testifies on Google’s antitrust trial
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in a testimony, has alleged that Google’s unfair tactics, such as default search contracts, have stifled competition in the search market. Nadella highlighted the lack of choice for users when selecting a search engine, attributing this to Google’s dominance on mobile devices and default search placements. He also admitted that Microsoft’s […]
$17,000 solid-gold Apple Watch now officially obsolete
Apple has listed its solid-gold first-gen Edition Apple Watch models as “obsolete.” This means that they will no longer receive software updates or parts, repairs, and other services. Apple launched the first generation of its smartwatches, known as Series 0, in 2015. In addition to the standard models that started at $349, there were the […]
Meta rolls out generative AI tools for advertisers
Meta Platforms is rolling out new generative AI tools to help advertisers create more effective ads. The tools will allow advertisers to generate multiple different backgrounds for their product images, adjust their assets to fit different aspect ratios, and generate different variations of their ad copy. Meta believes that generative AI can help advertisers create […]
Google Pixel 8 launches
Google has officially launched its Pixel 8 family of smartphones, accompanied by upgraded accessories, including a smartwatch and earbuds. This comes after Google previously announced that it is set to integrate its Bard chatbot into Google Assistant. Google’s Pixel 8 is is packed with new features like a new design with a more rounded metal […]
FEMA, FCC conducts nationwide emergency alert test
A nationwide test of the wireless emergency alert system was conducted on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 2:20 PM ET. The test was conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to ensure that the system is effective in warning the public of emergencies. The wireless emergency alert system […]
ChatGPT’s GPT-4V brings versatility and innovation
ChatGPT users are excited about the recent introduction of image functionality on GPT-4, which has opened up new possibilities for interaction and creativity. The multimodal capabilities of GPT-4V, or GPT-4 Vision, are set to revolutionize the way we work in a variety of industries. A paper by Microsoft researchers explores the capabilities of GPT-4V through […]
