US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is raising the alarm about the impact of social media on the mental health of young people. He is calling on Congress to implement warning labels on social media platforms, similar to those found on tobacco and alcohol products, to educate parents and adolescent users about the potential risks
Aaron Damigos, a web support associate with Microsoft, was blindsided by a sudden job loss due to the company’s focus on investing in artificial intelligence (AI). The shift towards AI work at Microsoft led to the deprioritization of customer-facing roles like Damigos’, ultimately resulting in his layoff. Despite being the largest backer of OpenAI, Microsoft
The decision by BioWare to limit the party size in the upcoming game Dragon Age: The Veilguard to only two companions has sparked mixed reactions among fans of the franchise. While some may see this as a step towards a more action-oriented gameplay experience, others may fear that it could detract from the rich storytelling
Starboard Value, an activist fund managed by Jeff Smith, has acquired a substantial stake in the graphics-design firm Autodesk. The fund has engaged in discussions with the company’s board regarding several serious concerns related to its disclosures surrounding an internal investigation that led to the removal of its chief financial officer. Sources familiar with the
In the ever-evolving world of influencer marketing, Instagram is once again at the forefront with a new feature – Creator Insights. This tool aims to help creators establish partnerships with brands by providing a snapshot of their account performance over the last 30 days. Unlike the previous tools available, Creator Insights offers a more detailed
Meta’s ambitious plans to implement artificial intelligence in its platforms have hit a roadblock in Europe. The company has been forced to scale back its A.I. initiatives due to concerns over how it is utilizing user data from Facebook and Instagram. The Irish privacy regulator has instructed Meta to delay the launch of its A.I.
In today’s digital age, convenience and accessibility are key factors when it comes to technology. Google, a giant in the tech industry, is constantly innovating and improving its services to make browsing the web easier for its users. One of the latest features that Google has rolled out is the “Listen to this page” option
Serbia has been at the center of a contentious debate surrounding the potential exploitation of lithium reserves in Jadar, western Serbia. The discovery of the deposits in 2004 sparked both excitement and concerns regarding the environmental and public health impacts of mining operations. After facing backlash and protests in 2022, the Serbian government decided to
Apple has always been known for its sleek and innovative designs in the world of technology. The company’s latest endeavor to make devices even thinner is generating buzz among tech enthusiasts. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to release a significantly slimmer iPhone 17, as well as working on reducing the thickness of
The introduction of bitcoin exchange traded funds has been highly anticipated in the financial industry. BlackRock’s Samara Cohen mentioned at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit in New York City that financial advisors are gradually moving towards adopting these new products. Currently, it is estimated that approximately 80% of bitcoin ETF purchases are being made