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Generative A.I.’s Biggest Impact Will Be in Banking and Tech, Report Says

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 05:02
For some companies, the new technology is an opportunity to enhance productivity and profit. Will their workers benefit as well?

A.I. Fuels a New Era of Product Placement

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 05:00
Realistic-looking shampoo bottles and seltzer cans are popping up on videos from digital creators on TikTok and YouTube in a new form of old advertising.

Can This A.I.-Powered Search Engine Replace Google? It Has for Me.

Thu, 02/01/2024 - 05:00
A start-up called Perplexity shows what’s possible for a search engine built from scratch with artificial intelligence.

Takeaways From the Senate Hearing With Tech C.E.O.s on Online Child Safety

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 16:50
Senators aggressively questioned executives from major tech companies, especially Meta and TikTok, while Mark Zuckerberg spoke directly to victims’ families.

Senators Denounce Tech Companies Over Child Sex Abuse Online

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 16:47
Senators criticized the chief executives of Meta, TikTok, Snap, X and Discord for not doing enough to prevent child sexual abuse online, amid rising fears over how the platforms affect youths.

F.B.I. Director Warns of China Hacking Threat

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 16:27
In testimony before Congress, Christopher A. Wray, the agency’s director, said Beijing was preparing to sow chaos if disputes with the United States flared into conflict.

Elon Musk’s $50 Billion Tesla Pay Was Struck Down. What Happens Next?

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 16:25
The company’s board of directors will now decide whether to appeal the decision, change where Tesla is incorporated or negotiate a new pay package.

Mark Zuckerberg Addresses Families at Senate Child Safety Hearing

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:35
The Meta chief executive addressed families during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on child online safety.

Kids Online Safety Act Is a Bipartisan Push to Protect Children on Social Media

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:15
A bill backed by dozens of senators would require platforms take “reasonable measures” to shield children from bullying, harassment, sexual exploitation, anorexia, self-harm and predatory marketing.

The Apple Vision Pro Is a Marvel. But Who Will Buy It?

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 11:33
Parents, movie buffs and office workers might all succumb to the novelty of Apple’s new ‘spatial computing’ device.

Apple’s Vision Pro Headset Costs Closer to $4,600 With Necessary Add-Ons

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 11:33
The new headset teaches a valuable lesson about the cost of tech products: The upsells and add-ons will get you.

News Outlet Blames Photoshop for Making Australian Lawmaker’s Photo More Revealing

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 07:45
9News apologized for the edited photo of the member of Parliament, Georgie Purcell, which it said was a result of “automation by Photoshop.”

Meta Rejected Efforts to Improve Children’s Safety, Documents Show

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 06:17
Lawmakers released internal emails detailing the company’s failed efforts to add staff to focus on the online safety of minors, hours before a hearing on the topic.

Silicon Valley Battles States Over New Online Safety Laws for Children

Wed, 01/31/2024 - 05:00
Lawsuits filed by NetChoice, which represents companies including TikTok and Meta, have stalled protection efforts in three states.

Elon Musk’s Tesla Pay Package Is Voided by Judge

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 17:50
Shareholders had sued, arguing that Mr. Musk’s compensation — which helped make him the world’s richest person — was excessive.

Google’s Parent Company, Alphabet, Reports Earnings Below Estimates

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 17:40
Google’s parent company reported that sales climbed 13 percent to $86.3 billion while profit jumped 52 percent.

Microsoft Reports 33% Rise in Earnings

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 16:21
Revenue was up 18% in the latest quarter, the tech giant said, as investors look for signs that it’s beginning to profit from artificial intelligence.

Using A.I., Hollywood Agency and Tech Start-Up Aim to Protect Artists

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 15:23
WME said the partnership would help its clients get fake images of themselves removed or receive compensation for use of their likenesses.

Hollywood Agency Partners With Tech Start-up Over A.I. Protection

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 15:01
WME said the deal would help its clients either get fake images removed or receive compensation for use of their likenesses.

Law Enforcement Braces for Flood of Child Sex Abuse Images Generated by A.I.

Tue, 01/30/2024 - 14:28
Artificial intelligence technology has drastically simplified the creation of images of children being exploited or abused, whether real or fake.

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