The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 finally launched globally on Thursday, with fans camping out and waiting in line for days to get their hands on the console. The new device boasts a larger screen, enhanced social features, detachable controllers that can function like computer mice, and improved gaming capabilities. While some gamers were initially … Read more
As summer travel season kicks in, measles outbreaks are on the rise in the US and other countries. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is updating its guidance to travelers, urging everyone to be fully vaccinated against the virus. According to Emily Smith, an assistant professor at George Washington University, two main issues … Read more
The European Union has agreed to change air passenger rights rules, affecting how airlines compensate passengers for flight delays. Under the new plan, short-haul flights will require delays of four hours or more to qualify for compensation, while long-haul flights must be delayed by six hours or more. Passengers on short-haul flights can expect increased … Read more
Best Buy is currently offering a significant discount on the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, a powerful gaming laptop that features an RTX 4070 OLED display. The price has dropped to $1,479, which is over $500 off the usual $1,999 price tag. This 16-inch gaming laptop boasts a range of impressive specs, including an Intel Core … Read more
Yahoo on julmautunut uudeen tietosuojasääntelyyn ja kertoi olevansa valmis hyväksymään uusia eväste-sääntelystä. Tähän kuuluvat sivustot ja sovellukset, joita Yahoo omistaa, mukaan lukien Yahoo, AOL, Engadget, Rivals, In The Know sekä Makers. Kokonaan 80 miljoonalla käyttäjällä olevassa konsernissa yksityiselle asiakkaille on mahdollista valita kaikki evästeet tai määritellä, mitkä ne ovat hyväksytty. Kun sinulla on hankaluuksia äänestä, … Read more
HP’s flagship Omen 16 laptop received an update this year, featuring upgraded AMD, Intel, and Nvidia components, as well as improved thermals for better airflow. The Omen Max boasts processors up to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 or the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, with Nvidia’s next-generation GPUs available. Currently, it’s on sale … Read more
The United States has long been a leader in pharmaceutical development, with its universities playing a crucial role in driving innovation. A recent study found that between 2020 and 2024, universities contributed patents underpinning 50% of FDA-approved drugs, with American institutions responsible for 87% of those breakthroughs. This dominance is a result of the country’s … Read more
Microsoft’s record-breaking close has led to renewed interest in the performance of other Big Tech stocks. Despite being storming back from their lows this year, some major tech companies still have significant room to climb before reaching new heights. Microsoft’s stock rose 0.8% on Thursday, finishing at $467.68, and marked the first time its shares … Read more
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As a tech culture reporter, I’ll be sharing expert insights on the latest developments in artificial intelligence. The impact of AI on democracy is a growing concern. Some key points include: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to manipulate public opinion and undermine democratic institutions. Recent studies have shown that AI algorithms can perpetuate … Read more