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Key takeaways: - NYC Mayor Adams' administration has filed a lawsuit against the owners of TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Snapchat. - The lawsuit alleges the platforms' harmful algorithms are contributing to youth mental health crises. - Although no specific amount has been cited, the city is seeking punitive damages from these...

Key Takeaways: - Amazon Prime Video is facing a class-action lawsuit over the introduction of advertisements in its streams. - The suit was filed on February 9 and asserts that Amazon's approach diverged from other services who included ads in new, cheaper plans. - The complaint arises due to confusion for customers...

Key Takeaways: - Amber Grant left Netflix's "Love Is Blind" upon discovering she was in a love triangle with another Amber and Mathew. - The truth was revealed during a conversation between the two Ambers in the living quarters. - After the shoot ended, Mathew apologized for his actions, indicating a change...

Key Takeaways: - William 'Bill' Post, the food executive often linked to the creation of Pop-Tarts, dies at age 96. - Pop-Tarts were conceived when Kellogg's approached Keebler in 1963 with an idea for a breakfast pastry. - The Pop-Tarts brand has grown to offer over 30 different flavors since its introduction...

Key Takeaways: - The U.K. is urged to prioritize improving its tech skills pipeline. - Support for local efforts to drive digital transformation is integral for the benefits of technology to be shared nationwide. - Such measures can ensure that technology’s advantages reach all regions of the country. Fostering Tech Skills Across The...

A pivotal court ruling in California has largely backed OpenAI, the artificial intelligence lab known for its sophisticated language models, amidst a contentious copyright saga. US District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín dismissed most of the allegations lodged by several authors claiming that these powerful models, used in ChatGPT, were trained...

Key Takeaways: - A Diamond DA40 small plane lost its rear door mid-flight near Buffalo, managed a safe landing at the local airport. - Two occupants were involved, neither of whom were injured in the incident. - Authorities are yet to find the missing door, despite thorough searching of Stiglmeier Park. - Neither...

Key Takeaways: - OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is reportedly in discussions to raise up to $7 trillion for AI chip production. - This move is in response to the critical shortage of Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). - The proposed funding is greater than the entire semiconductor industry's current global sales. - Potential investors...

Key Takeaways: - ESPN, Fox Corp, and Warner Bros Discovery Inc are partnering to create a sports streaming service. - The new service will broadcast NFL, NBA, MLB, NASCAR, and college sports. - Each company will own one third of the upcoming service. - Subscribers can access the service via a direct application...

Key Takeaways: - An elaborate deepfake scam resulted in a multinational company's Hong Kong office losing $25.6 million. - The scam incorporated a deepfake version of the company's CFO, who appeared to instruct an employee to transfer funds. - Fraud was reported to the South China Morning Post but the name of...

Key Takeaways: - Mercedes-Benz's new eSprinter marked its first fully-electric Sprinter van. - The eSprinter boasts a range of 250 miles (402 km), outperforming competitors like Ford's E-Transit and Rivian's Delivery Van. - The eSprinter is to be assembled in the US, presenting an exciting choice for small businesses. A New Milestone for...

Key Takeaways: - Brock Purdy, the last pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, is the most high-profile final selection in league history. - Purdy has surpassed expectations, earning a Super Bowl berth as quarterback of the San Francisco 49ers. - The term Mr. Irrelevant, symbolizing the final pick in every draft, has...

Key Takeaways: - FDNY partners with NYU for a year-long AI project aimed at reducing emergency response times. - The collaboration will permit FDNY to access unique NYU datasets and expertize in AI technology. - The average response time has unfortunately increased due to growing traffic and call volumes. - The project is...

Key Takeaways: - YouTube's paid services, including Premium and Music, have garnered 100 million subscribers. - The rapid growth could be attributed to YouTube's aggressive promotion of ad-free videos and crackdown on ad-block users. - YouTube Premium also offers an exclusive high-resolution option and access to YouTube Music on Google's various devices. YouTube,...

  Key Takeaways: • Raspberry Pi has plans for an initial public offering (IPO) in London, which is expected to magnify its non-profit operations. • CEO Eben Upton ensures that Raspberry Pi's commitment to its users and operations will remain unaltered post-IPO. • The tech firm has hired the services of London firms...

Key Takeaways: - Biogen is discontinuing Aduhelm, the controversial Alzheimer's medicine. - Aduhelm's rights will revert to Neurimmune, the discovering Swiss biopharmaceutical company. - The Phase 4 ENVISION clinical trial, mandated by the FDA, will also be terminated. Biotechnology giant Biogen is officially abandoning its questionable Alzheimer's drug, Aduhelm. This decision follows the...

  Allegations of Brutal Abuse Family members of a woman who allegedly suffered severe abuse at the hands of her ex-convict boyfriend are speaking out. Deshawn Owens, the alleged offender, was already in legal trouble when authorities made a gruesome discovery.Key takeaways: - 30-year-old Ex-con Deshawn Owens has been arrested, facing several...

The Recommendation engine market, also commonly referred to as the recommendation engine market, is forecasted to witness a substantial upswing, reportedly reaching a staggering figure of USD 43.8 Billion by the year 2031. This projection, as suggested in a recent report from Entertainer.news, points to a burgeoning space dominated...

Key Takeaways: - Mayor Adams proposes several initiatives including a Tenant Protection Cabinet to guard against hostile landlords. - He plans to build more than 10,000 units of affordable housing on city land. - A new city agency will focus on the growing number of delivery workers across New York. - Adams proposes...

Key Takeaways: - Netflix bags a 10-year deal to broadcast WWE “Raw” starting in 2025. - The streaming giant secures the rights for all WWE shows and premium live events outside the U.S. - The agreement marks a significant expansion of WWE's reach and infusion of weekly live viewing on Netflix. - A...