Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is reportedly in talks with top talent agencies in Hollywood to secure the voices of popular actors and influencers for its upcoming MetaAI digital assistant product. The goal is to introduce these celebrity voices at the Meta Connect conference in September, across various platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Meta Ray-Ban
The recent setback in the delivery of hydrogen-powered trucks to New Zealand, coupled with the removal of the NZ$100 million government rebate scheme for green hydrogen users, has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the transition to this promising energy technology. With the abrupt withdrawal of the US company Hyzon from the deal to provide
In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), there is a growing divide between companies that opt for closed-source AI models and those that champion open-source AI. Closed-source AI involves keeping datasets, algorithms, and models confidential, whereas open-source AI promotes transparency and accessibility. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, recently made a bold move by releasing
The construction industry is constantly seeking innovative and sustainable materials to improve building practices. A recent study conducted by engineers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science has shed light on the potential benefits of incorporating cellulose nanofibrils into 3D-printed concrete technology. By enhancing the printability and mechanical strength of concrete,
Firebrick technology, with its roots tracing back to the Bronze Age, is proving to be a groundbreaking solution in the fight against climate change. Recent research from Stanford University published in PNAS Nexus suggests that utilizing heat-absorbing bricks can facilitate the ambitious goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050, as outlined by the United
The recent announcement of GameStop shutting down Game Informer after 33 years has sent shockwaves throughout the gaming industry. The abrupt decision not only resulted in the disappearance of all content on Game Informer’s website but also led to the reported layoff of the entire staff. This move has garnered heartfelt tributes from various individuals
As someone who has never learned to drive in real life, I often receive comments from friends about how my experience playing driving games would make me a natural behind the wheel. However, the truth is that the virtual world of driving games can sometimes be far removed from the realities of the road. Games
The release of Meta’s Llama 3, an open-source AI language model, sparked concerns when developers quickly found ways to bypass safety restrictions put in place to prevent the model from generating harmful content such as hate speech or dangerous instructions. This raised alarms about the potential misuse of powerful AI models by malicious actors, including
The U.K. government recently made the decision to cancel £1.3 billion worth of computing infrastructure projects, a move that has raised concerns about the country’s ambitions to become a world leader in artificial intelligence. This decision includes the cancellation of two major taxpayer-funded spending commitments, one worth £500 million and the other £800 million. These
The recent lawsuit filed by the United States against TikTok has stirred controversy over the app’s alleged violation of children’s privacy. The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission have accused TikTok of collecting data about children without parental permission, thus violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). According to the lawsuit, TikTok