Moviefone, the iconic 90s movie showtime service, is relaunching its mobile app and a nationally syndicated TV series as part of its 35th-anniversary celebration. The new app aims to enhance the mobile experience, while Moviefone TV seeks to expand its original media offerings across various TV stations and streaming platforms.
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President Trump's pick for Surgeon General, Casey Means, is creating a schism within the MAHA movement. While some wellness figures support her, prominent anti-vaxxers view her as insufficiently extreme and question RFK Jr.'s influence. Means' views on vaccines, functional medicine, and raw milk are under scrutiny, highlighting the deep divisions within the health freedom community.
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An editor recounts their experience of switching from a ThinkPad to the new MacBook Air M4, highlighting its improved performance, exceptional display, and seamless user experience, ultimately finding it a superior choice for productivity.
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This article reviews the InfiRay P2 Pro, a compact thermal camera accessory for Android phones. The author highlights its ease of use, versatility, and customization options, making it a valuable tool for various applications, including electrical troubleshooting, HVAC diagnostics, and home inspections. The device features a magnetic snap-on macro lens for detailed close-up thermal imaging and is currently on sale.
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Perplexity AI is making waves with its innovative approach to information retrieval and its persistent listening feature on the iPhone, challenging the dominance of established players like Siri and Google in the personal assistant space. This article explores how Perplexity AI is changing the way people access information and what this means for the future of personal assistants.
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This article explores the potential consequences of Google being forced to divest Chrome, including possible buyers like OpenAI and Yahoo, and the implications for the browser market. It also discusses the future of Firefox and the open web.
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This article reviews NixOS, a unique Linux distribution that offers a different approach to system configuration and package management. It's aimed at experienced Linux users who are comfortable with the command line and enjoy a challenge. While NixOS provides stability and customization, it also presents a steeper learning curve, especially when installing non-free software. The author shares their experiences, highlighting both the frustrations and the potential rewards of using NixOS.
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This article compares the Oura Ring 3 and Oura Ring 4, highlighting their differences in comfort, battery life, features, and price. It provides recommendations on which ring to buy based on individual priorities, such as comfort, battery life, budget, and software features. Alternatives like the Samsung Galaxy Ring and Ultrahuman Ring Air are also discussed.
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Microsoft has adopted Google's Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol, signaling a significant step towards interoperability and collaboration between AI agents. This move, along with similar implementations by companies like Glean and Salesforce, highlights the growing importance of standardized communication methods in the evolving landscape of AI. The A2A protocol, designed to enable agents to structurally set goals, reason, take action, and return results across different systems, is poised to transform AI-powered collaboration within and between enterprises.
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Discover 20 genuinely useful AI-powered Android apps that enhance productivity, streamline tasks, and offer innovative solutions. From AI assistants and note-taking tools to image analysis and memory enhancement, these apps leverage artificial intelligence to improve your mobile experience.
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Microsoft has adopted Google's Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol, signaling a major step towards interoperability in AI. This move, along with the emergence of Anthropic's MCP, promises to transform how AI agents communicate and collaborate across different platforms and enterprises, paving the way for more complex and effective AI solutions.
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This article discusses the challenges generative AI (genAI) companies face in achieving profitability. Despite significant investment and hype, many genAI firms struggle with high operational costs and low user adoption. The author points to examples like Microsoft's Copilot and OpenAI's financial losses to illustrate the difficulties in turning genAI innovation into sustainable profits, drawing parallels with the dot-com bubble.
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In this interview, Bjarne Stroustrup discusses modern C++ practices, the impact of AI on coding, and the challenges of language evolution. He emphasizes using modern features, avoiding raw pointers, and the importance of multiple compiler implementations.
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The article explores the potential expiration of Chief Data Officer (CDO) and Chief AI Officer (CAIO) roles as AI and data governance become more integrated into overall business strategy. It presents arguments from various IT leaders and experts, discussing whether these roles will dissolve into the fabric of leadership or evolve into more strategic positions. The piece also touches on the importance of data foundations and ethical leadership in the age of generative AI.
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This article explores how CIOs in South Africa are strategically approaching AI investments to ensure tangible business outcomes. It highlights the importance of focusing on high-impact areas, practical use cases, and data readiness to maximize the potential of AI technologies.
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Epicor has introduced Carbon Cost Rollup, a patent-pending offering that will help businesses work toward sustainability goals without compromising profitability. Epicor also announced the general availability of enhancements to Epicor Prism, a network of vertical AI agents designed for supply chain industries, as well as new predictive machine learning (ML) capabilities in its Grow AI, a predictive AI modeling engine, which runs on the firm’s Grow Data Platform.
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SAS has announced a series of AI-focused offerings, including enhancements to its Viya platform, new custom AI models for specific sectors, and governance resources. These updates aim to democratize AI by making it more accessible to both developers and non-experts, while also addressing the risks associated with AI adoption through built-in governance.
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Cybersecurity firm KnowBe4 discovered they hired a North Korean threat actor posing as a remote software engineer using a stolen identity and AI-augmented images. The company detected suspicious activity and contained the threat, preventing data loss. The incident exposed weaknesses in hiring processes and highlights the sophistication of North Korean cyber espionage tactics.
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Christina Marie Chapman, an Arizona woman, is accused of assisting North Korean citizens in obtaining remote IT jobs at numerous US companies. The scheme allegedly generated millions of dollars for North Korea's ballistic missile program. Chapman and her co-conspirators are said to have compromised the identities of over 60 US residents to facilitate the employment of North Korean IT workers, using methods to disguise their location and funnel payments.
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A growing number of US airports are using facial recognition technology to verify passenger identities. However, a new bipartisan bill aims to limit this practice, addressing privacy concerns and potential surveillance. The Traveler Privacy Protection Act would make human ID checks the default and restrict the TSA's use of facial recognition to opt-in scenarios, while also ensuring data deletion after verification.
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This article examines the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) within the UK's technology sector. It delves into the opportunities AI presents across various industries, including finance, healthcare, and manufacturing, while also addressing the ethical and regulatory challenges that accompany its widespread adoption. The piece further explores the UK's position in the global AI landscape, highlighting key investments, research initiatives, and the evolving job market.
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the UK tech landscape, presenting both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges. This article delves into the current state of AI in the UK, exploring its impact across various sectors, the ethical considerations surrounding its development, and the strategies being implemented to foster responsible innovation and growth.
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According to Ramp's AI Index, OpenAI is significantly ahead of its competitors in enterprise AI adoption. A substantial percentage of U.S. businesses subscribe to OpenAI's AI solutions, while rivals like Anthropic and Google AI are struggling to keep pace. This dominance suggests OpenAI is strengthening its position in the growing enterprise AI market.
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TechRadar's Sustainability Week is a dedicated series of articles and videos focused on celebrating, challenging, and highlighting sustainable practices within the tech industry. The initiative covers topics ranging from circularity and energy efficiency to tech recycling and reducing waste, providing insights into how tech companies and consumers can contribute to a healthier planet.
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This article delves into the life of a marathon streamer who has been continuously live streaming for three years, highlighting the challenges of isolation, burnout, and the pressures of maintaining a constant online presence. It explores the evolving landscape of live streaming and its impact on personal well-being.
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This article provides a comprehensive overview of the artificial intelligence landscape in the UK. It examines current trends, challenges, and opportunities, covering areas such as government policy, investment, research, ethics, and the skills gap. The article also explores the impact of AI on various sectors and the future of work in the UK.
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This article discusses the concerns of industry leaders regarding the hype and expense associated with the rapid deployment of AI. While acknowledging the potential risks of a possible AI bubble and the significant capital expenditure required, the article also highlights the promising future applications of AI in various fields such as science, business messaging, and enterprise solutions. Key figures like Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Lee, and Robert Blumofe share their perspectives on the current state and future direction of AI.
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This week in enterprise tech, AI agents are taking center stage. Established players like IBM and ServiceNow are rolling out new AI agent capabilities, while startups are positioning AI agents as virtual employees. Anthropic is challenging Google in search, and OpenAI is bringing in new leadership to drive revenue opportunities. Meanwhile, the cloud industry grapples with the increasing power demands of AI, and the cybersecurity landscape sees both job cuts and innovative AI-driven solutions.
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Zencoder, now known as For Good AI Inc., has launched Zen Agents, an innovative AI platform designed to automate and enhance coding processes. Zen Agents offers a dual approach: a catalog of open-source AI agents for common programming tasks and a tool for creating custom AI agents tailored to specific software development needs. By leveraging technologies like the MCP protocol and Repo Grokking, Zencoder aims to streamline software development, improve code quality, and automate tasks such as documentation and bug detection.
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Amazon's introduction of the Vulcan robot offers a glimpse into the evolving landscape of human jobs in an AI-driven world. While some fear widespread job displacement, Amazon's approach suggests a shift towards new roles in robotics maintenance and automation oversight. This article explores the potential for job retraining and the emergence of 'automation monitors' as the future of work adapts to increasing automation.
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LegoGPT is an AI model developed by Carnegie Mellon University that generates physically stable Lego designs from text prompts. While currently limited to a 20x20x20 grid and eight basic brick types, it represents a step towards AI-driven personalized manufacturing.
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