Manchester Airport, the third-busiest in Britain, found itself in a state of disarray on Sunday as over 100 flights were cancelled due to a major power cut. This unexpected incident left thousands of passengers stranded and frustrated as they were forced to deal with the aftermath of the disruptions. At least 20 percent of all
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In recent times, Nvidia has emerged as a frontrunner in the AI chip industry, propelling itself to the position of the world’s biggest company. The company’s processors have become synonymous with training generative AI’s large language models, cementing its dominance in the field. This unprecedented success has not only propelled Nvidia into the spotlight but
The advancements in artificial intelligence are undoubtedly revolutionizing the landscape of online grocery deliveries. Companies like Picnic, a Dutch app-only supermarket, are at the forefront of this transformation. With the implementation of AI, Picnic has been able to offer free delivery within a 20-minute time window, a feat made possible through the optimization of massive
As the recruitment process becomes increasingly automated, the use of artificial intelligence tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT in screening resumes has raised concerns about bias and discrimination. University of Washington graduate student Kate Glazko discovered that recruiters were using AI to summarize resumes and rank candidates, including those with disabilities. This raised questions about how
The recent ransomware attack on London hospitals by the Russian group Qilin has had severe consequences for the National Health Service (NHS). Hundreds of operations and appointments have been canceled in the aftermath of the attack on NHS provider Synnovis, disrupting pathology services primarily in southeast London. The attack has affected King’s College, Guy’s and
In the current landscape, energy policies are at the forefront of discussions around the world. There is a growing debate on whether it is time for Canada to shift its focus from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. Additionally, the role of emotions in shaping individuals’ attitudes towards energy sources and climate change is being
In 1993, three engineers, namely Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem, met at a Denny’s in San Jose to discuss the possibility of creating a computer chip that could enhance graphics for video games. This conversation marked the inception of Nvidia, a technology company that has since grown to become one of the most
Recently, facial recognition startup Clearview AI came to a settlement in an Illinois lawsuit that claimed the company’s collection of faces infringed on the privacy rights of individuals. The settlement was estimated to be worth over $50 million and involved a unique agreement that allowed plaintiffs to have a share of the company’s potential value
In response to the U.S. Commerce Department’s decision to ban the use of its software in the United States, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky vehemently denied being a security threat. Despite being founded in Moscow and having a Russian CEO, Eugene Kaspersky, the company stated that the ban would not impact its ability to sell and promote
As the summer travel season approaches, travelers are eager to book their getaways, but with the rise of generative AI, Booking.com’s internet safety expert warns of a surge in online phishing scams. Marnie Wilking, the Chief Information Security Officer at Booking.com, emphasizes the significant increase in phishing attacks across all industries, including the hospitality sector.