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The Google Play Store Has a Big Problem
I manually search for apps in the Play Store all the time, but I can’t remember the last time the Play Store introduced me to an app I hadn’t already heard of. The store is terrible at this vitally important part of its job. Most Recommendations Are Actually Ads When you first open the Play Store, most of the apps…
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Why ‘malware as a service’ is becoming a serious problem
There was a distinct surge in separate malware campaigns delivering the same payload last year, research shows, suggesting hackers are increasingly procuring tools from ‘malware as a service’ platforms. The malware as a service model is becoming the dominant mode of cyber attacks as the cyber crime space continues to mature into a lucrative ecosystem for hackers for hire. New…
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Apple’s Chinese AI problem (perhaps) solved with Alibaba – Computerworld
So, when is Apple Intelligence coming to China? News of the deal emerges just weeks before April, when Apple has already suggested it will introduce Simplified Chinese localization for Apple Intelligence. While both Apple and Alibaba must now gain regulatory approval for their plan, the signal within the smoke suggests a Q2 introduction of Chinese Apple Intelligence support. This could…
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What Is Space Junk and Is It a Problem?
Summary Space junk is a major threat with millions of debris pieces now in orbit. Risks range from minor collisions reducing the working life of satellites to the complete loss of life in a crewed spacecraft. Kessler Syndrome poses a catastrophic scenario where debris could trap humanity on Earth forever. NASA is seeking innovative solutions to detect, track, and remediate…
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I Want to Love It, but Apple’s Genmoji Has a Major Problem
Summary Genmoji, the best Apple Intelligence feature, is a fun way to create personalized emoji images but is hindered by its slow speed. Apple needs to make some tweaks to improve Genmoji, such as pre-populating emoji options based on conversations. For Genmoji to be successful, Apple must develop the feature so that iPhone and Mac owners feel more inclined to…
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Meta Ray-Bans Live AI hands-on: a solution looking for a problem
Here’s the scene: I’m wearing Meta’s latest Ray-Ban glasses with a new feature called Live AI, which can answer questions about the world around you. I’m preparing for a four-hour road trip to my in-laws for the Christmas holiday. I’m preplanning the next day’s breakfast because I’m 99.9 percent certain I will have no brain cells to concoct an edible…
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Only 13% of firms are tracking their AI energy usage – here’s why that’s a problem
While business leaders say they’re concerned about the power demands of AI within their organization, few are managing to monitor it properly. Seven-in-ten business leaders say they’re aware of the significant energy required to train or run AI models, and half are concerned about the energy and efficiency challenges this brings. Yet despite this, just 13% are monitoring the power…
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AI tools are growing in popularity at enterprises, but not all of them are approved by employers – and that’s a serious problem for IT and security leaders
Almost half of UK workers admit to using non-approved AI tools without their employer’s knowledge, according to new research. The use of shadow AI, described in the report as ‘bring your own AI’ (BYO-AI), is contributing to overall AI use, with more than two-thirds of employees now using AI tools regularly at work. According to data from Owl Labs’ annual…
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4K Blu-Rays Have an AI Upscaling Problem: Buyer Beware
Key Takeaways Most movies aren’t originally shot in 4K UHD due to the limited history of high-resolution production. Digital content can be upscaled to 4K via various techniques, including AI, with varying results. Some 4K Blu-rays are poorly upscaled using AI, resulting in unnatural features like strange facial creases and artifacts. 4K TVs are commonplace, 4K streaming is within reach…
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Microsoft’s Azure growth isn’t cause for concern, analysts say – but as it battles AWS and Google its ability to meet data center AI demands could become a problem
The big three cloud providers have posted largely strong growth despite a slight falter from Microsoft Azure, but experts have told ITPro that flagging cloud earnings are to be expected. All three hyperscalers recently delivered Q3 earnings results, with AWS posting a 19% increase in sales year-on-year to $27.5 billion. The Amazon-owned cloud provider clocked an operating income of $10.4…
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