In recent times, the spread of disinformation and fake news has become a major concern, with the latest example being a piece of Russian propaganda about Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky’s wife purchasing a Bugatti car with American aid money. The story originated from an unknown French website but quickly gained traction on social media platforms
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Artists pour their heart and soul into their creations, only to have their work stolen and profited off by others. The feeling of devastation when seeing your art being used without permission is indescribable. Artist Jödicke expressed this sentiment when he stated, “I almost wanted to give up on my art, because I felt so
Cybercrime gangs have been hit hard this year by global police operations, resulting in some prominent groups, such as LockBit, being taken down. LockBit was known for developing malicious software that allowed criminals to execute ransomware attacks, causing chaos for governments, businesses, and public services. Victims have paid substantial amounts in untraceable cryptocurrencies to these
In the world of physics, the idea of manipulating magnetism with light has always been fascinating. Traditionally, intense laser pulses have been used to induce changes in the magnetization orientation of materials by heating them up rapidly. However, a recent study conducted by scientists from the Max Born Institute (MBI) has introduced a groundbreaking non-thermal
Samsung Electronics, the South Korean tech giant, has made headlines with its impressive financial performance in the second quarter of the year. The company’s stock reached its highest level since January 2021, following the announcement of better-than-expected profits. The stock surged by 2.24% on Friday morning, reaching a high of 86,500 Korean won ($62.73). Samsung
Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sent letters to tech companies ASRock, Gigabyte, and Zotac, reminding them that “warranty void if removed” stickers are illegal. The FTC’s concerns go beyond the physical stickers and delve into the companies’ warranty and customer support practices. In the letters, the FTC warns the manufacturers to revise their warranties
The world of online memes has been taken by storm with the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The iconic “distracted boyfriend” meme, which went viral in 2017, has now been reshaped and reimagined by AI-generated content. These “time traveler” videos, circulating on platforms like TikTok, are changing the way we perceive and interact with
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has recently come under fire from EU regulators for its ad-supported subscription model. The European Commission has accused Meta of failing to comply with the bloc’s landmark antitrust rules regarding the introduction of this new service, which offers users a “pay or consent” choice. This model requires users to
Fashion trends in Asia-Pacific are rapidly evolving, with Generation Z leading the way towards a new era of digital consumerism. Unlike past generations who relied on department stores and shopping malls for their fashion inspirations, Gen Z is turning to idols and influencers on social media platforms like TikTok for the latest trends. According to
Ubisoft’s CEO, Yves Guillemot, recently shared some thrilling news for Assassin’s Creed fans. He mentioned the possibility of remaking older games in the beloved open-world series. The company is eager to revisit previous titles and give them a modern twist, breathing new life into the iconic adventures of the past. This news has sparked excitement