Google has sent an email to customers of its original and second-generation Nest Learning Thermostats, informing them that their devices will no longer receive software or security updates. This move will remove two of the thermostats’ best features: control via the Google Assistant and access to a comprehensive app. The decision may seem understandable, as … Read more
The Federal Reserve has removed outdated crypto banking restrictions, paving the way for increased innovation, access, and digital asset adoption. The central bank announced it is rescinding previous supervisory guidance related to banks’ crypto-asset activities, aligning oversight with emerging risks. Key changes include: * Revoking a 2022 letter requiring advance notification from state member banks … Read more
A website is currently using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. This security measure was triggered due to suspicious activity, possibly caused by submitting specific words or phrases, executing SQL commands, or entering malformed data. If you were on the site when this block occurred, it’s recommended that you contact the site … Read more
NBCUniversal uses cookies on its websites and services to collect information about your interactions and preferences. This policy explains how we use cookies, why we need them, and how you can manage your cookie settings. **What are Cookies?** Cookies are small files stored on your device by a website or service. They help us remember … Read more
Tesla’s profits dropped a staggering 71% in the first quarter of the year, with revenue and auto sales declining by 9% and 20%, respectively. The company delivered 336,681 cars in the quarter, 50,000 fewer than last year. Elon Musk will reduce his time commitment to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to focus on Tesla, … Read more
US regulators have asked Novavax to conduct another clinical trial of its Covid vaccine, prompting a 13% drop in the company’s shares. This request comes as part of a “post-marking commitment” by the FDA, seeking more data on the safety and efficacy of the product after it has been approved. The news was reported by … Read more
Seattle Seahawks General Manager John Schneider has revealed that Jalen Milroe was “damn close” to being considered the team’s highest-rated quarterback, according to Schneider. However, he emphasized that Milroe is a unique player who will be developed as a quarterback and add something special to the team. Schneider praised Milroe’s speed, which measured at 21.2 … Read more
Google has launched its text-to-video generator tool, Veo 2, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create short videos up to 8 seconds in length and at 720p resolution. The tool is currently exclusive to paid Gemini users but will be gradually rolled out to all paid subscribers. To get the best results with Veo 2, … Read more
A former Disney World staffer, Michael Scheuer, has been sentenced to three years in prison and fined $700,000 for hacking into the company’s computer system and altering menu allergen warnings. Scheuer, 40, from Florida, was found guilty of knowingly transmitting a program to a protected computer, intentionally causing damage, and aggravated identity theft. The hack … Read more
Pope Francis’s funeral was marked by traditional rituals and customs that date back centuries, leaving visitors wondering what it would have been like in the past. Unlike modern-day arrivals who fly in on Ryanair or private jets, today’s mourners followed in the footsteps of generations of Catholics, who arrived on foot or horseback. The crowd … Read more