In a recent WIRED article, it was revealed that a group of scammers known as the Yahoo Boys are operating openly on various social media platforms, engaging in criminal activities such as scams and sextortion schemes. These scammers have found ways to evade content moderation systems, making it difficult for authorities to track and stop
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Spin information of an electron, also known as a pure spin current, has been a topic of interest for researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of Pittsburgh. The study aimed to understand how this spin information moves through chiral materials and the implications of the direction in which the spins are injected
Recently, Snapchat announced the introduction of new features that will revolutionize the way users interact with the platform. These additions range from artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features to unique enhancements designed to improve user experience. While some features will be exclusively available to Snapchat+ paid subscribers, others will be accessible to all users. One of the
As a self-proclaimed geography dunce, I have spent countless hours mesmerized by virtual maps but have failed miserably when it comes to actual geographical knowledge. However, my passion for strategy games like Total War has always intrigued me, leading me to explore the latest expansion in Total War: Pharaoh’s. This new expansion introduces a distinctly
Gravity, the force that governs the movement of celestial bodies and shapes the universe, has always been a subject of fascination and mystery. Despite its omnipresence in our daily lives, the true nature of gravity remains elusive. Scientists have long debated whether gravity is fundamentally a classical force described by geometry or if it is
X has recently unveiled a new update for its live video player on iOS, aimed at providing users with a more immersive viewing experience. The updated live player now features a more centered layout, allowing for better focus on the live stream content. Additionally, the related chat is given more prominence, enabling users to engage
Google’s recent announcement at its 2024 NewFronts presentation included expanding its relationships with streaming providers such as Disney, Paramount, NBCUniversal, and Warner Bros. This means more placement options for advertisers, allowing them to show their ads on content presented on these popular platforms. With this expansion, video advertisers can reach a broader audience and have
In an era where social media platforms are saturated with algorithmic curation, the concept of a chronological feed is gaining traction. However, Jonathan Stray, a senior scientist at the UC Berkeley Center for Human-Compatible AI, raises concerns about the efficacy of chronological feeds. He argues that chronological feeds can lead to recency bias and enable
TikTok, the popular social media platform, is now testing out a new AI integration called “AI-moji.” This feature allows users to scan their faces and create cartoonish avatars for stickers in the app. Users are being prompted to create their own AI-moji by scanning their faces within the app. This process generates a digital character
Creating visuals for blog posts can be a fun and creative process, but it can also come with its own set of challenges. Tools like Midjourney offer users the ability to generate images, but the output may not always meet expectations. The limitation of generating only square images can be frustrating, especially when working on