The US Navy has initiated a unique recruitment strategy by launching a high-tech scavenger hunt on Reddit in search of the 'next generation of submariners'. With less than 1% of sailors currently serving on submarines, the Navy is aiming to attract more tech-savvy individuals to join their ranks, and they believe Reddit could be the ideal platform to connect with potential … [Read more...]

Finance creator Vivian Tu, also known as "Your Rich BFF" online, has joined forces with Vox Media and wellness brand PS to introduce the second season of the "Networth & Chill" podcast. Vivian Tu's Mission Vivian Tu's goal is to simplify finance and educate diverse audiences about money matters. Her online persona as "Your Rich BFF" focuses on making the … [Read more...]

Elon Musk has been engaged in a public dispute with OpenAI, a company he helped establish in 2015. The tension escalated when OpenAI recently completed a substantial funding round, securing $6.6 billion. However, the company made a controversial move by urging investors not to support competing projects, including Musk's xAI. OpenAI's Record Funding Round OpenAI, founded by Musk and CEO … [Read more...]

Living in a camper van for an extended period can put a strain on any relationship, but for one couple, it has been a journey of growth and connection. Testing Our Relationship in Tight Quarters The author and her husband have spent years traveling in a small camper van together. Their first test came in the mid-70s when they explored Britain's national parks and villages for three months in … [Read more...]

Elon Musk's ongoing dispute with Brazil's Supreme Court regarding content moderation on X appears to be reaching a resolution. Last week, X agreed to adhere to the court's directives, signaling a potential end to the months-long legal clash. However, the final hurdle lies in settling the outstanding fines. Brazilian Court Imposes $1.8 Million Fine on X According to Reuters, the … [Read more...]

The Federal Trade Commission is taking a tough stance against companies that sell AI tools that are deemed harmful to consumers. However, there are concerns among experts and even some FTC commissioners that the agency's actions could have unintended consequences. FTC Targets Companies Using AI for Deceptive Practices Last week, the FTC announced that it had singled out five companies … [Read more...]

The recent departure of Mira Murati from OpenAI has sent shockwaves through the tech sector, adding to a series of high-profile exits from the company this year. Let's take a closer look at the situation unfolding at OpenAI. Mira Murati's Departure Mira Murati, who served as the chief technology officer and interim CEO at OpenAI, announced her departure from the company. This announcement … [Read more...]

Phones drool, glasses rule. That's the mantra Meta is banking on customers adopting. It starts with updates to the company's smart Ray-Ban glasses, but those may be just a stepping stone to a future with holographic augmented-reality glasses, where people can have more lifelike video calls, watch TV, or read text messages, all while still seeing the world around them. Meta's Vision … [Read more...]

Historic Site to Serve New Purpose Three Mile Island, known for the infamous nuclear accident in U.S. history, is set to reopen and provide power to Microsoft's data centers. These centers play a crucial role in fueling the tech giant's cloud computing and artificial intelligence initiatives. Turning a New Leaf The decision to repurpose the Three Mile Island plant marks a significant … [Read more...]

Instagram's Effort to Protect Teen Users Instagram recently launched "Teen Accounts" to safeguard users aged 13 to 17. Here are some of the features designed to protect minors on the platform. Limiting Graphic Content Instagram will now notify teen users when they've spent 60 minutes viewing disturbing content to prevent desensitization. Parental Controls Parents can now limit … [Read more...]