One of the pressing questions surrounding TikTok is whether it can exist without its highly influential algorithm that keeps users engaged with personalized content. As TikTok faces challenges in the U.S., with the Senate voting for a potential sale or ban due to national security concerns, the app’s owner ByteDance is exploring alternative solutions. Reports
In a recent report by Reuters, it was revealed that efforts have been underway since last year to develop a standalone version of TikTok’s recommendation algorithm, separate from its Chinese counterpart, Douyin. This move is seen as a strategic initiative to demonstrate to US lawmakers that TikTok’s operations are independent from its parent company ByteDance,
Google’s new AI Overview feature recently came under fire for providing bizarre and misleading answers to search queries, leading to viral social media posts and public scrutiny. The company initially downplayed the issues but later acknowledged the need for improvement. Some of the most viral and wildly incorrect AI Overview results included suggestions to eat
Salesforce’s recent stock tumble of 20% marks its worst day in nearly two decades, following a first-quarter report that missed Wall Street’s revenue estimates for the first time since 2006. The company’s revenue of $9.13 billion fell short of expectations, leading to concerns about its future performance. Additionally, the lighter-than-expected guidance for the second quarter
In a recent breakthrough, a research group successfully developed a Ni34Co8Cu8Mn36Ga14 single crystal with a giant magneto-superelasticity of 5%. This advancement was made possible by introducing arrays of ordered dislocations to create preferentially oriented martensitic variants during the magnetically induced reverse martensitic transformation. Unlike traditional elasticity, which typically involves a strain of 0.2% in most
Upon first glance, the name “Kill Knight” may seem a bit silly and perhaps even a tad unoriginal. However, after delving into the world of this twin stick action game, one quickly realizes that there is much more beneath the surface. With its fast-paced and adrenaline-pumping gameplay, Kill Knight proves to be a thrilling and
As we step into the year 2024, a new era in democracy is unfolding before our eyes. The widespread availability of generative AI is poised to revolutionize political campaigns and elections around the world. From India to Indonesia, South Africa to the United States, dead leaders are endorsing successors, rappers are backing opposition parties, and
Instagram has recently introduced a new feature called “limits,” aimed at providing users with more control over their interactions on the platform. This safety control allows users to hide direct messages and comments from accounts that may be harassing or causing unwanted interactions. Previously, Instagram users could only limit interactions from recent followers or accounts
In a recent report, Meta revealed the discovery of “likely AI-generated” content being used deceptively on its Facebook and Instagram platforms. This content included comments praising Israel’s handling of the war in Gaza, strategically placed below posts from global news organizations and US lawmakers. These deceptive accounts posing as Jewish students, African Americans, and concerned
The Australian government is currently investigating claims made by the hacking group ShinyHunters regarding the theft of sensitive information belonging to 560 million customers of the global events giant Ticketmaster. This stolen data reportedly includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and partial credit card details of the customers, which were being offered for sale at a