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Technology

Meta tests prediction-market app; DOJ seeks $1.2 billion from Binance hack

Meta is testing a prediction-market app allowing users to bet on outcomes with points instead of cash, aiming to engage users and diversify beyond social media. Meanwhile, the DOJ plans to seize $1.2 billion...

The Block · 6 hours ago · 1 min read

Science

Archaeologists uncover bronze foot of Roman emperor in Scotland

Archaeologists have uncovered a bronze foot from a statue of Roman emperor Antoninus Pius in Scotland, indicating the statue was deliberately dismantled during the Roman withdrawal 1,800 years ago. This find...

Live Science · 1 day ago · 2 min read

Markets & Finance

Bitcoin drops below $26,000 as Strategy and Metaplanet lose MSCI membership

Bitcoin has dropped to a 12-week low below $26,000, primarily due to concerns over Nvidia's CEO departure and declining mining hardware demand, resulting in a significant market cap loss. Additionally, two...

The Block · 1 day ago · 2 min read

Technology

Meta's Muse makes phone calls for paid subscribers, raises transparency concerns

Meta's Muse can now make phone calls on behalf of users with a paid subscription, enhancing its functionality as a personal assistant. While early users report positive experiences, concerns about transparency...

Engadget · 1 day ago · 1 min read

Technology

Nvidia confirms chip tracking capability to combat semiconductor smuggling

Nvidia confirmed it can embed unique identifiers in its chips to comply with the Chip Security Act aimed at preventing semiconductor smuggling. This capability is crucial as it addresses U.S. concerns about...

MIT Tech Review · 1 day ago · 2 min read

Technology

Google launches smart glasses with enhanced privacy features to restore trust.

Google has launched new smart glasses with enhanced privacy features, including an LED indicator for recording and sensors to prevent tampering. This focus on privacy aims to restore consumer trust amid...

Engadget · 1 day ago · 1 min read

Science

cobalt

Deep-sea mining targets metal-rich nodules that previously appeared lifeless actually host diverse ecosystems. This discovery challenges industry plans to extract cobalt and nickel, prompting calls for...

Scientific American · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Crime & Justice

UN report reveals AI fuels online violence against Middle Eastern women

AI tools are exacerbating online violence against women in the Middle East, with a UN Women report revealing that 25% of those who faced digital abuse attribute it to these technologies. As internet usage...

DW World · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Kenyans brace for El Niño floods, recalling deadly impacts in Nairobi

Kenyans, particularly in Nairobi's slums, fear the impending El Niño will lead to severe flooding, similar to the deadly floods earlier this year that killed over 60 people. Officials are clearing waterways...

BBC World News · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

Tech giants deploy AI agents to autonomously manage consumer finances

Tech giants are deploying AI agents that autonomously manage finances, such as canceling subscriptions and negotiating insurance rates. These tools offer tangible savings but pose significant risks regarding...

NPR News · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Environment

Metalmakers adopt green extraction methods to cut emissions by 40%

Metalmakers are transitioning to greener extraction methods like hydrogen and electricity, potentially reducing emissions by 40% to meet climate targets and counter rising fossil fuel costs. As critical metal...

MIT Tech Review · 3 days ago · 2 min read

Entertainment

Ocarina of Time players cover Linkin Park, Macarena on Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo’s Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, released last week on the Nintendo Switch 2, has sparked a global wave of in‑game music covers. Players are using the game’s updated ocarina function to...

NME Music · 4 days ago · 2 min read

Science

Researchers find pink noise boosts brain waste clearance during sleep

Researchers found that bursts of pink noise during deep sleep increase cerebrospinal fluid flow by 20%, which may help clear harmful brain waste and enhance memory performance. This discovery is significant as...

Scientific American · 5 days ago · 2 min read

Business

China's producer prices rise 5.7% in October, consumer inflation slows to 0.7%

China's producer price index rose 5.7% in October, marking its highest increase since June 2022, driven by mining and raw materials amid recovering global demand. However, consumer inflation slowed to 0.7%...

CNBC Economy · 5 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

UK government plans ban on under-16s using Vinted and eBay

The UK government is considering banning under-16s from using online marketplaces like Vinted and eBay to enhance child safety. This potential ban follows concerns over risks from messaging features that could...

BBC Technology · 5 days ago · 1 min read

Politics

Democrats consider delaying Trump ally investigations until after 2029 exit.

Democrats in Congress are considering delaying investigations into Donald Trump's corporate allies until after he leaves office in January 2029 to avoid complications from presidential pardons. Legal experts...

Al Jazeera · 7 days ago · 1 min read

Technology

The Duo apps are coming, says Apple

The early iPhone Duo reviews were a bit hard on Apple’s new foldable for the lack of Duo-optimized apps available at the time of launch. But Apple says things are changing quickly on the software front. The...

TechCrunch · 7 days ago · 2 min read

Business

Democrats' midterm victories trigger selloff in AI tech stocks

US tech stocks, particularly AI-linked companies, fell sharply after the Democrats gained control of Congress, raising fears of stricter regulations on data centres crucial for AI development. This sell-off...

BBC Business · 7 days ago · 2 min read

Technology

Meta launches Muse AI's custom 'spaces' feature for personalized user experiences

Meta's new "spaces" feature in its Muse AI app allows users to create customized environments for various activities, enhancing user engagement and interaction with AI. This move aims to differentiate Muse in...

The Verge · 7 days ago · 1 min read

Business

Asian tech stocks drop sharply after US midterm election results

Asian tech stocks fell sharply due to fears of tighter AI regulations following strong Democratic midterm election results. Investors are concerned that new restrictions on data center development could hinder...

France 24 · 8 days ago · 2 min read