Threads is starting to test community notes
Leaks suggest Meta is already working on its alternative to fact-checking. Meta is taking a bold step in its moderation strategy by introducing a Community Notes feature on Threads, similar…
Free Our Feeds wants to build a social media ecosystem ‘resistant to billionaire influence’
The project aims to raise $30 million to develop a social ecosystem atop Bluesky’s AT Protocol. Social media has become an integral part of modern life, shaping how we connect,…
Chinese social media app RedNote tops App Store chart ahead of TikTok ban
Self-described ‘TikTok refugees’ are trying to find new communities on RedNote. RedNote, the Chinese social media platform known in its home country as Xiaohongshu, has surged to the number one…
Biden proposes new export controls on GPUs targeting China
Various semiconductor companies have spoken out against the new rule. In a bold move aimed at maintaining its leadership in artificial intelligence, the Biden administration has unveiled the "AI Diffusion…
A breach of a data broker’s trove of location data threatens the privacy of millions
A significant data breach at location data broker Gravy Analytics has sent shockwaves across the globe, exposing the privacy of millions. The breach, stemming from a hack into Gravy Analytics'…
UK throws its hat into the AI fire
In 2023, the United Kingdom made waves by emphasizing the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) and positioning itself as a key voice in the global conversation on AI safety.…
Adobe’s new AI tool can edit 10,000 images in one click
Firefly Bulk Create can automatically remove, replace, or extend image backgrounds in huge batches. Adobe has once again redefined the creative landscape with its latest innovation: generative AI tools designed…
How Watch Duty’s wildfire tracking app became a crucial lifeline for LA
We view what we are doing as a public service,’ says the cofounder of the nonprofit that millions of people are relying on to stay safe. For residents of Los…
UK in-home healthcare provider Cera raises $150M to scale its AI platform
Healthcare systems worldwide are grappling with immense challenges post-pandemic. Aging populations, particularly in Western countries, are intensifying pressure on public healthcare services. The UK is no exception, with the National…
Open source licenses: Everything you need to know
Open source is the beating heart of the technology world, powering as much as 90% of modern software stacks. From frameworks and libraries to databases, operating systems, and standalone applications,…
