Geoffrey Hinton, known as the “Godfather of artificial intelligence,” has backed Elon Musk’s legal battle against OpenAI’s decision to switch from a non-profit research lab to a for-profit company. The move comes after OpenAI’s board of directors voted in favor of transforming into a public benefit corporation. Hinton, who won the 2024 Nobel Prize in … Read more
Ohio State won the Rose Bowl against Oregon with a score of 41-21, advancing to the College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinals. The Buckeyes dominated the game from start to finish, overwhelming the Ducks in a lopsided victory. Dillon Gabriel tied Case Keenum for the most touchdown passes in FBS history with his last TD pass, … Read more
As the new year begins, Netflix is gearing up to release a plethora of exciting titles, including several drama series. One of the notable additions is “Missing You,” a series based on mystery author Harlan Coben’s work, which follows several adaptations of his novels, such as “Fool Me Once” and “Stay Close.” Another highly anticipated … Read more
Nippon Steel has proposed a condition for acquiring US Steel: giving the US government veto power over any reduction in production capacity. The proposal was sent to the White House on Monday, as part of its bid for President Joe Biden’s approval. Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/12/31/nippon-us-steel-biden-union
Apple’s latest flagship product, the Vision Pro, was highly anticipated but ultimately left some buyers underwhelmed due to limitations such as its steep starting price of $3,499 and limited availability. Despite initial excitement, users found the device’s constraints, including its reliance on Apple accounts, a major drawback. The lack of an integrated AI computing experience, … Read more
A Gaza police chief and his deputy were among 11 Palestinian civilians killed in a bombing attack by Israel on a tent camp for displaced families in southern al-Mawasi. The incident was condemned by the Hamas interior ministry, which accused Israel of “assassination” and claimed the police force provided humanitarian services to Palestinians. Israel’s military … Read more
The highly anticipated OnePlus Watch 3 is expected to launch soon, and recent leaks have given us a glimpse of its exciting health features. The upcoming smartwatch will boast several innovative health-related features that are not only impressive but also play catch-up with rivals from Apple and Samsung. According to Android Authority, the OHealth app … Read more
Passengers on three recent Turkish Airlines flights reported encountering bedbugs, sparking concerns over hygiene and airline response. Two incidents resulted in minor compensation offers, while another passenger was told there was no record of disruption despite taking photos and filing a complaint. The airline has not commented on the matter. Source: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/passengers-reportedly-encountered-bedbugs-3-110354647.html
A proposal to amend Switzerland’s Federal Constitution has been launched, aiming to require the Swiss National Bank (SNB) to hold Bitcoin on its balance sheet. The initiative, led by a nonprofit think tank, seeks to secure 1.12% of Switzerland’s population – or around 8.92 million residents – in support of the change. The proposal targets … Read more
Wall Street’s optimistic view of the market may be at risk. JPMorgan strategist Michael Cembalest expects a 10% to 15% correction in stocks, citing high valuations that are driving markets more than earnings growth. This comes after a strong performance in 2024, which has left investors with little room for error due to high valuations. … Read more