TECHNOLOGY

Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Meet the Maker Who Turned a PC into a Retro Gaming Console

Ever thought of playing retro games on a console that doesn't exist? That's exactly what a talented designer named Luke The Maker has done. He created a functional console called the LX, based on the fictional LX console from the game UFO 50. Using a 3D printer, he crafted a shell that houses a smal

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI's Big Appetite: The Energy Challenge

You might think that AI is all about brains, but it's got a big belly too! AI needs tons of energy to run its data centers. For example, in Ohio, there are plans for 90 new data centers that would need as much power as 45 years of Tesla car sales. That's a lot of juice! Why does AI need so much pow

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

ByteDance Loses Intern Over AI Project Mishap

ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, recently let go of an intern who caused some trouble with an AI project. The incident happened back in August, and the company made it clear that the intern's actions didn't cause any serious damage to their main projects or online services. ByteDance wants ever

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

ByteDance Fired Intern for Messing with AI

ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, has given the boot to an intern who they say intentionally disrupted their AI technology. In a statement, ByteDance called the intern's actions a "serious violation" of their AI research projects. The intern's meddling affected an AI training program, which teac

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's AI Companion: Copilot's Big Leap

At a lively event in LA, Microsoft showcased Copilot, a new AI tool that’s making waves. Previously, Microsoft focused on business tools, but Copilot is different. It can chat, see images, and even summarize news for users. Launched by Mustafa Suleyman, Copilot aims to be an everyday helper for ever

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Safari Has a Security Glitch—But Who's Affected?

Last month, Apple launched macOS Sequoia with exciting new features. But alongside these perks, the update also included a lengthy patch for security flaws. Surprisingly, one of these flaws was found by Microsoft. This discovery is significant, especially for users of Macs managed by organizations.

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Discover Why the Microsoft Store is a Smart Choice for Your Apps

Are you a Windows PC user wondering why you should use the Microsoft Store to install apps and games? It's got some big benefits worth checking out. First, it's a one-stop shop for all your apps and games, making it super convenient. No more hunting around different websites. Plus, the store handles

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's AI Images Stir Copyright Trouble for 'Blade Runner 2049' Producer

Alcon Entertainment, the studio behind "Blade Runner 2049, " has filed a lawsuit against Tesla and Warner Bros. Discovery. The dispute centers around Tesla's use of AI-generated images that resembled scenes from the movie to promote its new cybercab. Alcon claims this violates U. S. copyright law an

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

NASA's New Path to Space: Commercial Satellites

NASA is making a big change in how it talks to space. Instead of using its own satellites, like the Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), it's switching to commercial ones. This is happening on November 8th. These new satellites are made by companies like SpaceX and Inmarsat. NASA will use them

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Prepare for AirPods Pro 2 Firmware Update: Health Features on the Way

Get ready, AirPods Pro 2 fans! Apple is gearing up to release a big firmware update for your beloved earbuds. The new iOS 18. 1 update is set to bring some exciting features focused on hearing health. Mark your calendars for next week's release. The iOS 18. 1 RC version is now available for develop

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