Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a smartphone app that uses sensory cues to increase the frequency of lucid dreams. In a recent study published in Consciousness and Cognition, they showed that a simplified, at-home approach can help users experience more lucid dreams. Lucid dreaming has gained popularity due to its potential benefits, including enhancing … Read more
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Warren Buffett, the world’s most famous investor, has been sitting on a record cash hoard of $325 billion at Berkshire Hathaway, with over $288 billion in U.S. Treasury Bills. This comes as corporate valuations soar and everyone else appears to be getting in on the action. Despite being highly profitable, Buffett’s conglomerate has been actively … Read more
Google has announced several new features for its Google Home service, made possible by the integration of Gemini AI. These updates aim to make life easier for users, providing more convenience and automation in their homes. For Nest users, Gemini can now view camera clips and provide detailed descriptions of what’s happening in them. This … Read more
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be in high demand, as evidenced by Palantir Technologies’ record-breaking third-quarter earnings. The company reported a 30% revenue gain and 54% growth in U.S. commercial revenues, with its stock rising over 225% year-to-date. CEO Alex Karp stated that the company’s business is accelerating, with financial performance exceeding expectations due to … Read more
New York City is poised to make significant changes to its rental market as the City Council votes on a revised bill requiring landlords to pay broker fees, not tenants. The Fairness in Apartment Rentals Act aims to increase affordability and reduce costs for renters. Under the current system, tenants typically pay 10-15% of the … Read more
China has launched an open-source initiative for its world-first, fully electric humanoid robot called “Tiangong”. The robot can move at speeds of up to 12 kilometers per hour and is capable of navigating various terrain types. Collaborating with international partners, China aims to create the world’s largest intelligent open-source community in humanoid robotics. Source: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-11-12/China-launches-open-source-initiative-for-Tiangong-humanoid-robot-1ytlQn1LPsQ/p.html
Deck13 Spotlight and Just2D have announced plans to release free updates for their dark pixel RPG, Drova: Forsaken Kin. Patches are scheduled for December and March, with a map addition in November as part of the Feedback Update. The Insane Update, set for December, introduces a new difficulty mode featuring stronger monsters and customized gameplay. … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to make sweeping changes to federal agencies, but a top target on his list is the US Education Department. Critics argue that the agency has been ineffective and bloated, while supporters see it as a necessary protector of students’ rights. Trump’s schools agenda, outlined in his “Agenda47” campaign platform, aims … Read more
The upcoming vampire horror movie Nosferatu, directed by Robert Eggers, has made headlines for its unconventional use of rats in the production. Initially touted as a clever solution to achieve realistic on-set effects, it has since been revealed that the 5,000 well-trained rats were not just mere props, but living creatures with a smell that … Read more