Niantic has always been committed to creating interactive and social experiences for players in their games. Whether it’s through the popular “Pokemon Go” or “Monster Hunter Now,” the developer understands the power of bringing players together. One of the most important aspects of these games is the sense of togetherness that players feel when they
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Our reliance on electricity production and distribution in the U.S. is immense. However, our current infrastructure is facing challenges due to aging and extreme weather events. The number of significant weather events costing over $1 billion has drastically increased in the last decade, leading to disruptive blackouts. To address this issue, a team at the
Australia’s online safety watchdog has taken action against social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, for its failure to adequately address child sexual exploitation content. This move comes as part of the country’s eSafety Commission’s efforts to ensure online safety and combat the increasing instances of child abuse material, sexual extortion, and livestreaming of
After successfully co-piloting the biggest acquisition in video game history, Xbox CEO Phil Spencer now faces the challenge of making Microsoft’s takeover of Activision Blizzard worth the hassle. Having joined Microsoft as an intern in 1988 and taking the helm of Xbox in 2014, this marks a career-defining moment for Spencer. With the acquisition of
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has announced a significant shift in its ongoing labor action, as the fight for fair wages and better working conditions intensifies. UAW President Shawn Fain addressed the media in a webcast briefing, stating that the union has entered a new phase that calls for a fresh approach. Fain emphasized
Metal halide perovskites have emerged as a promising solution for developing photovoltaic technology. With their advantageous optoelectronic properties, recent studies have even demonstrated metal halide perovskite-based solar cells (PSCs) with power conversion efficiencies (PCEs) above 25.8%. This puts them on par with some of the solar technologies available today. However, the existing fabrication processes are
In recent years, advancements in neuroscience and brain-inspired artificial intelligence have significantly expanded our understanding of intelligence. A research team led by Tianzi Jiang at the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has introduced an innovative platform called the Digital Twin Brain. This platform has the potential to bridge the gap between
In recent years, there has been significant progress in the field of nanomaterial-based flexible sensors (NMFSs) in the context of virtual reality (VR) and metaverse technologies. Researchers from Changchun University of Science and Technology (CUST) and City University of Hong Kong (CityU) have conducted a survey on the fabrication of these sensors and the methods
The advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries, but it also brings forth a chilling aspect – the rise of deepfake images. These AI-generated images have caught the attention of many due to their ability to create humorous scenarios, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger’s face superimposed on Clint Eastwood or Mike Tyson transformed into
In a stunning revelation, Zixiao “Gary” Wang, the former business partner of Sam Bankman-Fried, testified in court on Friday, accusing the disgraced crypto titan of knowingly using FTX clients’ funds without permission. Bankman-Fried, known as “SBF,” is currently facing seven counts of fraud, embezzlement, and criminal conspiracy, with the potential penalty of more than 100
Robots are rapidly becoming an integral part of our daily lives. From cleaning robots to robotic lawn mowers, these technological marvels are changing the way we interact with our environment. One particular application of robots, however, is revolutionizing the healthcare industry. Hospitals are now adopting robotic technology to enhance cleanliness and prevent the spread of
In a significant development, Blackbaud, a fundraising software company, has agreed to pay a hefty settlement of $49.5 million. The settlement comes in response to claims made by the attorneys general of all 50 states regarding a data breach that occurred in 2020. This breach exposed sensitive information from 13,000 nonprofits, including health information, Social
Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son recently made a thought-provoking statement: he believes that within the next decade, artificial intelligence (AI) will surpass human intelligence. Speaking at a corporate conference in Tokyo, Son stated that “artificial general intelligence will surpass the total intelligence of humankind by 10 times in 10 years.” This assertion, though controversial, highlights Son’s
AI Vincent Van Gogh shines brightly on the video screen, gracing the Musee d’Orsay in Paris with his presence. Visitors are enthralled by the opportunity to engage with an avatar of the great painter, but even AI Vincent has his limits. His patience wanes as he is bombarded with repetitive inquiries about his infamous chopped-off
Meta, the company that owns Facebook and Instagram, is making waves in the tech industry with its innovative approach to generative artificial intelligence (AI). Despite being perceived as lagging behind rivals like Microsoft and Google, Meta’s Chief Technology Officer, Andrew “Boz” Bosworth, vehemently denies this notion. In fact, Bosworth claims that Meta has been enhancing