Free AI video generators are approaching a critical tipping point
Video memes made with algorithms are suddenly everywhere. Their sudden proliferation could herald an imminent explosion in the technology’s capabilities.
“Thousands of dollars for something I didn’t do”
Due to a poor facial recognition match and other hidden technology, Randal Reid spent nearly a week in jail, falsely accused of stealing purses in… Read More »“Thousands of dollars for something I didn’t do”
No more hush money at National Enquirer, says new owner
The National Enquirer’s long-standing practice of “catch and kill” — buying and then burying unsavory stories about powerful people — is at the center of… Read More »No more hush money at National Enquirer, says new owner
Clarence Thomas hit from across the political spectrum as former House GOP member says he ‘shouldn’t go near a court decision’
Clarence Thomas in 2008.Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Former GOP House members criticize Judge Clarence Thomas for his cozy relationship with a billionaire. ProPublica reported that Thomas… Read More »Clarence Thomas hit from across the political spectrum as former House GOP member says he ‘shouldn’t go near a court decision’
Bitcoin whitepaper is hidden in macOS system folder for some reason
Apple/Andrew Cunningham If you’re on a Mac and want to brush up on the basics of Bitcoin, good news: Blogger Andy Baio has discovered that… Read More »Bitcoin whitepaper is hidden in macOS system folder for some reason
Your used car may soon be delivered with a subscription fee
Automakers are just starting to figure out how to turn used car owners into subscribers. Today, most used vehicle owners reach out either when someone… Read More »Your used car may soon be delivered with a subscription fee
Attacks against Dominion Voting continue despite high-profile lawsuits
With a series of billion-dollar lawsuits, including a $1.6 billion case against Fox News set for trial this month, Dominion Voting Systems has sent a… Read More »Attacks against Dominion Voting continue despite high-profile lawsuits
Dramatic photos show storms filling California reservoirs
FOLSOM, Calif. (AP) — During the depths of California’s drought, water levels in key reservoirs dropped so low that jetties sat on dry, cracked land… Read More »Dramatic photos show storms filling California reservoirs
Investors are concerned about what strong jobs data means for the economy
What to see in Friday’s jobs report Stock markets will be closed for Good Friday, but investors will still tune in early for one of… Read More »Investors are concerned about what strong jobs data means for the economy
Crypto bankruptcy markets are booming after the collapse of FTX
The motivations on each side of claims sales are different, but complementary. The seller either needs money immediately to pay bills, wants to write off… Read More »Crypto bankruptcy markets are booming after the collapse of FTX
After Stadia’s death, VP Phil Harrison left Google
Enlarge / Phil Harrison announces Stadia to the world. Google Stadia and all associated projects are dead, which means it’s finally time for divisional leader… Read More »After Stadia’s death, VP Phil Harrison left Google
Toxic cesspools, bribery at the center of the Hawaiian lawmaker’s case
HONOLULU (AP) — A former Hawaii legislator is expected in court Thursday for sentencing in a federal corruption case that has drawn attention to a… Read More »Toxic cesspools, bribery at the center of the Hawaiian lawmaker’s case
With the departure of Russia, Norway becomes Europe’s energy champion
The new frontline for Europe’s energy security is a modest office building overlooking a fjord in Stavanger, Norway. Inside, a company called Petoro oversees three… Read More »With the departure of Russia, Norway becomes Europe’s energy champion
‘Hot Ones’ was a slow burn all along
Bob Odenkirk had some doubts when he stepped onto the set of the long-running YouTube interview show “Hot Ones” last month. After all, he was… Read More »‘Hot Ones’ was a slow burn all along
Your next landlord could be 100 random people
Tough economic conditions have forced younger people to adapt. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median age of new homebuyers in the US… Read More »Your next landlord could be 100 random people
