Former Google chief Eric Schmidt thinks the US Army should expunge “useless” tanks and replace them with AI-powered drones instead. From a report: Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative in Saudi Arabia this week, he said: “I read somewhere that the US had thousands and thousands of tanks stored somewhere,” adding, “Give them away. Buy … Read more
Apple today announced financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2024, which corresponds to the third calendar quarter of the year. For the quarter, Apple posted revenue of $94.9 billion and net quarterly profit of $14.7 billion, or $0.97 per diluted share, compared to revenue of $89.5 billion and net quarterly profit of $23.0 … Read more
As it continues its painstaking search for microbial life on Mars, NASA’s Perseverance rover has also been reporting other other-worldly happenings occurring during its adventures. Just recently, for example, one of its many onboard cameras captured some remarkable footage of a solar eclipse as Phobos — one of Mars’ two moons — passed between the … Read more
Windows 10 is nearing its end-of-life date, currently set for October 14th, 2025. Microsoft has now confirmed how much it will cost to keep Windows 10 PCs secure after that passes. Back in December, Microsoft announced an Extended Security Update (ESU) program for Windows 10, ensuring continued monthly security updates for PCs beyond the October … Read more
Getty Images The messaging app Snapchat is the most widely-used platform for online grooming, according to police figures supplied to the children’s charity the NSPCC. More than 7,000 Sexual Communication with a Child offences were recorded across the UK in the year to March 2024 – the highest number since the offence was created. Snapchat … Read more
Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More While many existing risks and controls can apply to generative AI, the groundbreaking technology has many nuances that require new tactics, as well. Models are susceptible to hallucinations, or the production of inaccurate content. Other risks … Read more
Portable power stations are incredibly versatile and useful tools for a variety of situations, making them a must-have for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities or needs backup power at home. These compact devices allow you to charge multiple electronics simultaneously, from smartphones and laptops to appliances, ensuring you stay connected and powered up wherever you … Read more
Valve’s Steam Deck has proven to be an enormous success, but the custom Linux-based OS has always been a thorn in the side of certain developers. Some have alleged that it gives nefarious players easier ways to cheat, which is why popular battle royale games like Valorant, PUBG and Fortnite aren’t available for the console. … Read more
Inflation numbers cooled again in September, reinforcing expectations of another interest rate cut at next week’s Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed’s preferred inflation indicator rose 2.1% annually in September, as expected. Month over month, prices rose by 0.2%, according to the personal consumption expenditures index released Thursday by the US Department of Commerce. The Fed … Read more
Chucky came to a sudden end earlier this year—but the TV show’s cancellation surely won’t be a final farewell for either the killer doll or the Child’s Play franchise. While Don Mancini and company cook up Chucky’s next adventure, the film series so far gets an affectionate, exhaustively detailed oral history in Doc of Chucky. … Read more