In a move to introduce AI technology to newcomers, OpenAI has introduced a new feature allowing users to call and message ChatGPT for up to 15 minutes for free over the phone. The service can be reached by dialing 1-800-242-8478 globally via WhatsApp. This new feature is made possible through OpenAI’s Realtime API and is … Read more
Google has introduced a feature that will make screen-off fingerprint unlocking possible on the Pixel 9 device starting with the second Android 16 beta. The faster ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, which was first introduced in the Pixel 9, now allows for speed and accuracy improvements even when the screen is off. The new ‘Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock’ … Read more
Ukrainian drones and missiles have targeted southern Russia’s largest oil refinery, the Novoshakhtinsk plant, in an attack that has been described as a massive strike by Russian authorities. The refinery, which is located in the Rostov region, was reportedly hit with over three dozen drones and three missiles, causing significant damage and fires. The attack … Read more
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion is seeking a restraining order against Tory Lanez, who is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting her in 2020. Her lawyers claim that Lanez has been waging a “campaign of harassment” from prison by employing bloggers to spread false statements about her online. Lanez’s lawyers had also claimed that his legal … Read more
A web user’s attempt to access a website has been blocked by Google due to an excessive number of requests. The block occurs when the user’s IP address makes too many requests within a short period. This behavior is often seen as a sign of automated scripts or bots attempting to scrape data from websites. … Read more
A new study published in Nutritional Neuroscience investigated the impact of probiotic supplements, a prebiotic-rich diet, or their combination on cognitive function in adults with low mood. The randomized controlled trial found that probiotic supplementation may improve working memory, but the findings are preliminary and require further confirmation. The gut-brain axis is a complex system … Read more
If you were born on December 19, the next two weeks may bring an entrepreneurial spirit and enhanced leadership skills. However, it’s essential to keep a low profile in January when making business decisions, as poorly thought-out plans can be detrimental. By mid-February, your intelligence is expected to return to track, allowing for savvy career … Read more
The US Federal Cybersecurity Agency (CISA) has issued new guidelines for secure communication in light of recent revelations about Salt Typhoon’s infiltration of US networks. The guidance emphasizes the use of end-to-end encrypted messaging apps, such as Signal, and hardware-based authentication methods like FIDO phishing-resistant authentication. CISA advises against using SMS as a second factor … Read more
The US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against pharmacy chain CVS, alleging that it filled illegal opioid prescriptions and billed federal health insurance programs. The complaint, unsealed in Providence, Rhode Island, federal court, claims that CVS violated the Controlled Substances Act by filling prescriptions for dangerous quantities of opioids and combining them with … Read more
LA County’s flu rates have surged, with 10.8% of specimens testing positive for the flu as of Dec 7. This marks a significant increase from previous weeks. Meanwhile, RSV cases also rose to 6.4%, but COVID-19 remains a concern, with 83 deaths identified since Sept 29. The LA County Department of Public Health urges anyone … Read more