In the year 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate the business world, with major corporations implementing AI for various purposes such as supply chain management, distribution improvements, and customer service interactions. Even the entertainment industry jumps on the AI bandwagon, as TV shows and big-budget movies are now produced using generative AI technology.… Read the rest
Researchers Identify Promising Protein Biomarkers for Multiple Sclerosis
A recent study conducted by researchers at Linköping University in Sweden has discovered a combination of 11 proteins that can accurately predict the severity and long-term disability outcomes of multiple sclerosis (MS) for different individuals. This groundbreaking finding opens up the potential for tailoring treatments to each individual based on their predicted disease severity.… Read the rest
Trump Advisor Roger Stone Denies Assassination Plot
In a recent article, it was reported that Roger Stone, a longtime Republican operative and Trump advisor, discussed the assassination of two Democratic House representatives. However, Stone vehemently denies these claims, calling the story fake and suggesting that any recording that might exist was generated by artificial intelligence.… Read the rest
Bengaluru CEO Apprehended for Allegedly Murdering Son
In a shocking turn of events, the CEO of Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence startup, Suchana Seth, has been arrested on charges of killing her four-year-old son. The arrest took place at a service apartment in Goa, where the alleged crime occurred.
The police conducted an investigation and discovered that the address listed for Seth’s company actually led to a co-working space instead of an office.… Read the rest
New Power Supplies at CES 2024 Take PC Gaming to the Next Level
Summary: Power supply manufacturers are introducing new products at CES 2024 that conform to updated standards for connectors, addressing concerns over melted power connectors in PC gaming. These power supplies are designed to meet the ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, ensuring stable and secure connections for graphics cards.… Read the rest
Valve Embraces AI Games on Steam, Introduces New Policies
Valve, the company behind the popular gaming platform Steam, has officially announced its new policies regarding games that utilize AI technology. The announcement comes after the company spent several months exploring this space and engaging in discussions with game developers.
The first change involves an update to the Content Survey, a form that developers fill out when submitting their games to Steam.… Read the rest
IATSE Union Signals Willingness to Strike as Contract Negotiations Begin
In a strong show of determination, the President of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), Matthew Loeb, has asserted that his union is prepared to go on strike if the upcoming contract negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) do not produce satisfactory results.… Read the rest
New Bill Gives Local Authorities Power to Regulate Robotaxi Services in California
A new bill introduced by state Sen. David Cortese aims to grant local authorities in California the ability to regulate the operations of robotaxi services. The bill, known as SB 915 or the Autonomous Vehicle Service Deployment and Data Transparency Act, would require that local governments have an ordinance in place to regulate autonomous vehicle services before they are allowed to operate commercially.… Read the rest
Quora Raises $75 Million to Empower AI Chatbot Creators
Quora, the popular questions and answers website, has recently secured $75 million in funding from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). The company intends to utilize this investment to fuel the growth of Poe, its AI chat platform.
Quora’s approach to AI chatbots sets them apart from the competition.… Read the rest
Panamanian Construction Workers Protest Shuttered Copper Mine
Hundreds of Panamanian construction workers held a demonstration at a closed copper mine as a form of nationalistic expression in Panama. The workers, members of the Suntracs union, gathered at the entrance of the mine, operated by Canada’s First Quantum Minerals Ltd.,… Read the rest