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Nov 03 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI Model Turned Military Tool in China: A Surprising Twist

Chinese military researchers have found a new use for Meta's Llama AI model. They've adapted it to create a tool called "ChatBIT, " which is designed to help with military tasks like gathering intelligence and making decisions. This is a big deal because Meta shared Llama publicly to encourage open

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Why Crypto Investors Could Influence the 2024 U. S. Presidential Election

Digital currencies are becoming more popular, with up to 21% of Americans owning crypto. This means there are around 18 million to 50 million potential voters who care about a candidate's stance on the crypto industry. Swing states are where crypto voters could make a big difference. Groups like Sta

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

How the U. S. Election Could Shake Up Bitcoin's Price

Bitcoin's price is hovering around $72, 000, just days before the U. S. elections. This event could impact the cryptocurrency market, regardless of who wins. Eric Beiley, a managing director, thinks Bitcoin's recent surge might signal a Trump victory. But the outcome is still uncertain. Many people

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Satellites in Space: What's the Environmental Impact?

Imagine having internet access anywhere in the world. That's what SpaceX promises with its Starlink project. But is it worth the risk to our environment? Over 100 researchers think it's time to find out. They've asked the U. S. government to review the environmental impact of launching thousands of

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Oct 29 2024BUSINESS

Elon Musk's Plan for Driverless Cars: A New Job with Trump?

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has an interesting idea for how he'd approach regulating driverless cars if he were to work for former President Donald Trump. He wants to push for a national approach to rules for these vehicles. Currently, 19 states have their own laws about driverless cars, but the fe

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Crypto Groups Back Cruz in Texas Senate Race

Two political action committees linked to the cryptocurrency industry are stepping in to support Senator Ted Cruz, R-Texas, in his close reelection battle against Democratic U. S. Representative Colin Allred. Allred isn't known for being against crypto; he even voted for a key industry bill this yea

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Voting Day, Space Flights, and Climate Concerns: What You Need to Know

Tired of voting on Tuesdays? You're not alone. It's been this way for decades, but not all states require employers to give you time off. Meanwhile, big names like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are busy campaigning in key states before Election Day. They've got some strong opinions about each other

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Oct 25 2024HEALTH

Watch Out: Three Harmful Food Additives to Avoid

You might be surprised to learn that some common food additives could be harming your health. A California doctor, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, has been spreading the word about three potentially dangerous chemicals often found in processed foods in the United States. These additives are a big deal because m

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Oct 24 2024TECHNOLOGY

California Governor Stops AI Safety Bill, Citing Concerns

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently vetoed a hotly debated artificial intelligence (AI) safety bill. Tech firms opposed this bill, fearing it might cause AI companies to leave California and slow down innovation. Newsom wants to create guidelines for Generative AI – which can generate text, ph

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

SpaceX's Success: A Clash with Bureaucracy

SpaceX recently made history with its Starship launch and reentry, showcasing American ingenuity. But while Elon Musk's company is breaking boundaries, the U. S. government is busy pursuing it with regulations from seven federal agencies. This isn't just about SpaceX; many U. S. companies are facing

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