Hertz has halted its ambitious plan to expand its electric vehicle (EV) fleet, reversing its earlier commitment to acquire 65,000 Polestars and sell a significant portion of its Tesla EVs. This shift comes after the rental car giant faced substantial financial losses attributed to the rapid depreciation, high repair costs, and reduced value of its … Continue reading Hertz Puts Brakes on EV Expansion #1720 → The post Hertz Puts Brakes on EV Expansion #1720 appeared first on Geek News Central.

In North Carolina, a Tesla Model 3 owner, James Hanna, experienced a sudden and alarming incident on Interstate 277. While driving to pick up his son, the car unexpectedly beeped and stopped completely in the middle of the highway despite having a 60% charge. Hanna, unable to restart the vehicle or re-enter it after exiting … Continue reading Tesla Model 3’s Suddenly Shutdown on Highway #1719 → The post Tesla Model 3’s Suddenly Shutdown on Highway #1719 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Google has introduced a new disclaimer in Chrome’s Incognito mode following a $5 billion lawsuit alleging the mode’s misleading privacy claims. The updated blurb informs users about data collection practices, clarifying which browsing data is not saved and which Google can still access. This change comes after a federal judge allowed the lawsuit to proceed, … Continue reading Google’s New Chrome Disclaimer Following $5 Billion Privacy Lawsuit #1718 → The post Google’s New Chrome Disclaimer Following $5 Billion Privacy Lawsuit #1718 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Apple recently updated its App Store policies, introducing a 27 percent commission on alternative payment methods, following the Epic v. Apple court ruling. This move has drawn criticism from major players like Spotify and Epic Games. Spotify’s spokesperson, Jeanne Moran, expressed dissatisfaction, calling it a tactic to protect Apple’s profits. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney … Continue reading Apple’s New App Store Tax Sparks Outrage Among Critics #1717 → The post Apple’s New App Store Tax Sparks Outrage Among Critics #1717 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The recent hack of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Twitter account, which lacked multi-factor authentication (MFA), has prompted US lawmakers to review the SEC’s cybersecurity measures thoroughly. The incident, involving a fraudulent tweet about the SEC’s approval of Bitcoin ETFs, briefly inflated Bitcoin’s price to $48,000. In a bipartisan move, senators Ron Wyden and … Continue reading US Gov’t SEC Cybersecurity Review After Twitter Hack #1716 → The post US Gov’t SEC Cybersecurity Review After Twitter Hack #1716 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI, renowned for ChatGPT, is reportedly negotiating a funding round that could potentially value the company at over $100 billion. Still under negotiation with terms and valuation subject to change, this development could position OpenAI as one of the world’s most valuable startups. Additionally, OpenAI is considering a new chip venture with Abu Dhabi-based G42, … Continue reading OpenAI’s Potential $100 Billion Valuation #1715 → The post OpenAI’s Potential $100 Billion Valuation #1715 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Amazon Prime Video is set to introduce commercials into its streaming service starting January 29. Subscribers received notifications regarding this change, which requires paying an additional extortion fee of $3 monthly fee to maintain an ad-free experience. This applies to both Prime subscriptions and standalone Prime Video memberships. Initially, regions like the US, UK, Germany, … Continue reading Amazon Prime Video Introduces Ads: Extorts More for Ad-Free Streaming #1714 → The post Amazon Prime Video Introduces Ads: Extorts More for Ad-Free Streaming #1714 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Researchers from the Technical University of Denmark and Northeastern University have developed an AI model called ‘life2vec’ that can predict a person’s death with 78% accuracy within four years. This groundbreaking model, featured in ‘Nature Computational Science’, analyzes extensive sociodemographic data of six million people, including health records and lifestyle factors. The AI, similar to … Continue reading AI’s 78% Accuracy in Foreseeing Mortality within Four Years #1713 → The post AI’s 78% Accuracy in Foreseeing Mortality within Four Years #1713 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The Internet Archive (IA) is appealing a court ruling that found its digital lending program copyright-infringing. IA’s non-profit library scans and lends physical books digitally, allowing only one patron at a time to borrow each digital copy. The New York District Court sided with publishers who sued IA, claiming copyright infringement and financial harm. IA … Continue reading Internet Archive Appeals Against Copyright Infringement Ruling #1712 → The post Internet Archive Appeals Against Copyright Infringement Ruling #1712 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Elon Musk plans to establish a university in Austin, Texas, focusing on STEM education. Funded by a $100 million contribution from Musk’s charity, The Foundation, the university aims to provide high-level education in math, science, engineering, and physics. This initiative follows Musk’s history in education, notably the founding of Ad Astra and Astra Nova schools. … Continue reading Elon Musk’s Ambitious Texas University Project: Revolutionizing STEM Education #1711 → The post Elon Musk’s Ambitious Texas University Project: Revolutionizing STEM Education #1711 appeared first on Geek News Central.

In a significant privacy breach, Verizon was deceived by a fake search warrant, resulting in the disclosure of a customer’s personal data to her stalker. The stalker, Robert Michael Glauner, who had previously had an online romantic relationship with the victim, used the information to locate and threaten her. Despite obvious signs of forgery, the … Continue reading Verizon’s Privacy Breach: How a Fake Warrant Endangered a Customer #1710 → The post Verizon’s Privacy Breach: How a Fake Warrant Endangered a Customer #1710 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Spotify announced cutting about 1,500 jobs, nearly 17% of its workforce, marking its third layoff round in 2023. CEO Daniel Ek cited economic slowdown and rising capital costs as critical reasons for this decision, following substantial investments in 2020 and 2021. Despite strong user growth and operating income, the company faces modest growth in North … Continue reading Spotify’s Major Workforce Reduction Amid Economic Challenges #1709 → The post Spotify’s Major Workforce Reduction Amid Economic Challenges #1709 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Starting December 1, 2023, Google is set to close dormant accounts and everything they hold, including photos, emails, calendar entries, and more. The episode also delves into various cybersecurity concerns. It discusses a hacking incident at a US water utility, where an Iranian-linked group hijacked an industrial control system but didn’t compromise the water supply. … Continue reading Google Closing Inactive Accounts Starting on December 1st #1708 → The post Google Closing Inactive Accounts Starting on December 1st #1708 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI faces internal unrest as employees demand the reinstatement of ousted CEO Sam Altman and the resignation of the board. The turmoil follows Altman’s unexpected dismissal, with staff threatening to join him and Greg Brockman at a new Microsoft AI unit. The move has raised questions about OpenAI’s leadership, governance, and Microsoft’s involvement, given its … Continue reading OpenAi in total Chaos Demand Sam Altman’s Reinstatement! → The post OpenAi in total Chaos Demand Sam Altman’s Reinstatement! appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI’s aggressive recruitment strategy, offering substantial pay packages to Google AI researchers. OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is in negotiations for an employee share sale potentially valuing the company at $86 billion. This move follows a previous share sale that valued OpenAI between $27 billion and $29 billion. Compensation for top talent from Google could … Continue reading OpenAI’s Bold Move: Offering $10 Million to Attract Google’s AI Experts #1706 → The post OpenAI’s Bold Move: Offering $10 Million to Attract Google’s AI Experts #1706 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Today, I created 4 OpenAI custom GPTs that is the beginning of something completely revolutionary. I will never ever look at task the same going forward I will make a determination can I help myself or my company or my others. This is the start of Agent AI’s and I am as convinced of anything … Continue reading OpenAi Custom GPTs Change Everything #1705 → The post OpenAi Custom GPTs Change Everything #1705 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI’s latest offering, the Assistants API, enables developers to integrate sophisticated, agent-like experiences into their apps. This tool allows the creation of specialized “assistants” capable of handling tasks ranging from data analysis to vacation planning, powered by OpenAI’s Code Interpreter. This feature enables the execution of Python code and the generation of visual data representations. … Continue reading OpenAI Revolutionizes with Assistants and GPT-4 Turbo Enhancements #1704 → The post OpenAI Revolutionizes with Assistants and GPT-4 Turbo Enhancements #1704 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Apple Goes for Juggler An internal Apple presentation, disclosed as part of the Department of Justice’s evidence in the ongoing Google antitrust trial, blasts Google’s approach to user privacy, mainly targeting Android as a “massive tracking device.” The 2013 presentation, revealed in an email by Apple’s Eddy Cue to CEO Tim Cook, suggests that Apple … Continue reading Apple Accuses Android of Being a ‘Massive Tracking Device’ #1703 → The post Apple Accuses Android of Being a ‘Massive Tracking Device’ #1703 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Todd breaks down four AI articles, leading with an article by Andrew Ng, the co-founder of Google Brain, lifting the veil on the strategies employed by Big Tech giants in the realm of artificial intelligence. He posits that some of these companies might be inflating the risks associated with AI. But what’s the endgame? According … Continue reading Big Tech & AI: Power Play or Genuine Concern? #1702 → The post Big Tech & AI: Power Play or Genuine Concern? #1702 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Hyundai is initiating mobile clinics in select US cities to address theft concerns by offering software upgrades. This move comes after the rise in theft of specific Hyundai models due to a missing engine immobilizer feature. This detail became widely known on social media platforms like TikTok. While the number of cities is limited, many … Continue reading Hyundai Launches Mobile Clinics for Anti-Theft Software Upgrades in US Cities #1701 → The post Hyundai Launches Mobile Clinics for Anti-Theft Software Upgrades in US Cities #1701 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Google Chrome’s latest “IP Protection” feature coming soon will offer enhanced user privacy by routing traffic through a Google-owned proxy server, concealing IP addresses. This could hinder companies and data brokers from tracking users based on web behavior. However, this also implies that Google would have centralized access to users’ web-surfing habits. While the tool … Continue reading Chrome’s New IP Protection: Boon or Concern? #1700 → The post Chrome’s New IP Protection: Boon or Concern? #1700 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office, headed by Sean Kirkpatrick, reveals a surge in unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) reports, with approximately 800 incidents reported as of April. Although most are identified as mundane objects like balloons, swamp gas or drones, concerns arise over a potential 2-4% that remain unexplained and might indicate foreign spying activities. … Continue reading Pentagon Probes Rising UAP Reports #1699 → The post Pentagon Probes Rising UAP Reports #1699 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Geek News Central celebrates 19 years of podcasting, one of today’s longest-running podcasts! Our lead story today is a stark warning for all of you: Before you purchase that affordable Android TV box, ensure it’s not from an unknown brand. Cybersecurity experts from Human Security have sounded the alarm, revealing that multiple Android TV boxes, … Continue reading Geek News Central 19th Anniversary Episode #1698 → The post Geek News Central 19th Anniversary Episode #1698 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Elon Musk, ever the tech industry’s maverick, has made headlines yet again with his recent decision to eliminate article headlines from links posted on X. To enhance the platform’s aesthetics, articles now appear as images with the source outlet displayed at the bottom-left. While Musk believes this change “greatly improves the esthetics,” some users are … Continue reading Musk Eliminates X Headlines #1697 → The post Musk Eliminates X Headlines #1697 appeared first on Geek News Central.

In this episode’s top story, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella highlights the escalating competition among tech giants for crucial content to enhance artificial intelligence. Amid a significant U.S. trial against Google, Nadella expressed concerns about Google’s exclusive and costly deals with publishers to amass content, a pivotal component for training AI systems. Such aggressive moves may … Continue reading Tech Giants Battle for AI Content #1696 → The post Tech Giants Battle for AI Content #1696 appeared first on Geek News Central.

In a striking development, OpenAI, known for the celebrated AI chatbot ChatGPT, is discussing a remarkable share sale, potentially valuing the startup between $80 billion and $90 billion, a substantial leap from earlier this year. As OpenAI’s momentum surges with over 100 million active users of ChatGPT and the development of innovative AI technologies like … Continue reading OpenAI’s Explosive Valuation Surge #1695 → The post OpenAI’s Explosive Valuation Surge #1695 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI is revolutionizing communication with ChatGPT by introducing new voice and image capabilities. This significant update allows users to voice conversations or visually show ChatGPT what they are discussing. Snapping a picture of a landmark while traveling or your fridge at home can start a live discussion about interesting aspects or help determine what’s for … Continue reading ChatGPT Now Speaks and Sees #1694 → The post ChatGPT Now Speaks and Sees #1694 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Today’s top story focuses on Microsoft’s latest fall hardware event, where the spotlight wasn’t just on new consumer laptops like the Surface Laptop Go three and the Surface Laptop Studio 2. What stole the show was the company’s deep dive into AI and Copilot. From unifying Copilot across Windows 11 to introducing voice-activated and context-aware … Continue reading Microsoft’s AI-Powered Event #1693 → The post Microsoft’s AI-Powered Event #1693 appeared first on Geek News Central.

European regulators have issued a hefty $368 million fine to TikTok for failing to safeguard children’s privacy. This marks the first instance of the renowned video-sharing app facing penalties for violating Europe’s rigorous data privacy regulations. TikTok, on their part, said this had been fixed for years. But one thing is sure: European governments, aka … Continue reading TikTok Fined: Europe Privacy Breach #1692 → The post TikTok Fined: Europe Privacy Breach #1692 appeared first on Geek News Central.

American astronaut Frank Rubio has surpassed the previous US record for the most extended stay in orbit, marking over 355 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Initially scheduled for a six-month mission, circumstances changed due to a rocket leak, extending his stay. Rubio, who has witnessed 28 fellow astronauts come and go, is set … Continue reading Rubio Breaks US Orbit Record #1691 → The post Rubio Breaks US Orbit Record #1691 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Elon Musk has announced that the next fully stacked SpaceX Starship is ready to launch. However, the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) hasn’t approved it yet. The FAA is awaiting SpaceX to implement corrective actions following issues from the first launch attempt. Although Musk is confident, the FAA remains silent on whether they will approve the … Continue reading FAA Delays Musk’s Starship Launch #1690 → The post FAA Delays Musk’s Starship Launch #1690 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI has thrown its first counterpunches in the upcoming court battles it faces over the use of data it scrapped to build a LLM. The stakes are high, these cases will be ongoing worldwide for next few years no doubt with lots of IP attorneys getting very rich from the cases. Subscribe to the Newsletter. … Continue reading Open AI Starts Court Battle → The post Open AI Starts Court Battle appeared first on Geek News Central.

HP Once Again Screws Consumers. In a scandalous twist, HP faces heavy criticism for allegedly bricking the scanner functions on their multifunction printers when the ink runs low. In a recent legal battle, HP tried to dismiss these claims, but a federal judge has now ruled that the tech giant must confront the class-action lawsuit … Continue reading HP Accused of Bricking Scanners #1688 → The post HP Accused of Bricking Scanners #1688 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Lead Story: The Geek News Central Podcast lead story, three American and two Russian astronauts stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for almost a year are preparing to return to Earth. Their prolonged stay, six months beyond their scheduled mission, was due to damage to their original Soyuz MS-22 spacecraft, believed to be from … Continue reading Stranded Astronauts Set to Return #1687 → The post Stranded Astronauts Set to Return #1687 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Today’s Lead Story: Google is introducing enhanced online safety and privacy tool. They’ve improved the “Results about you” tool, which alerts users when their personal contact info appears on Google Search, allowing for easy removal. They’re also launching a SafeSearch blurring tool that hides explicit content by default in Search results. Furthermore, they’ve enhanced policies … Continue reading Google’s Enhances Online Safety Tools #1686 → The post Google’s Enhances Online Safety Tools #1686 appeared first on Geek News Central.

From 2024, US taxpayers will transition to a completely paperless tax filing system with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Expected to reach full paperless processing by 2025, this initiative will save 200 million sheets of paper annually and reduce tax processing times. Taxpayers will enjoy faster refunds and the convenience of digital document verification. By … Continue reading IRS Transitions to Paperless Tax Filing #1685 → The post IRS Transitions to Paperless Tax Filing #1685 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The SEC asked Coinbase to halt trading of all cryptocurrencies except bitcoin before suing them, indicating the agency wants to assert broader authority over crypto. Coinbase’s CEO said complying would have effectively ended crypto trading in the US. The SEC’s lawsuit identified 13 lightly-traded cryptos on Coinbase as securities, but their earlier request covered all … Continue reading SEC Wanted Coinbase Crypto Delistings #1684 → The post SEC Wanted Coinbase Crypto Delistings #1684 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Twitter, now rebranded as “X”, is set for a transformative journey under the leadership of Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino. The new logo, a simple white “X” on a black background, has replaced the iconic blue bird. X aspires to be a futuristic platform, using AI to connect users in unimagined ways, focusing on audio, … Continue reading Twitter Rebrands as ‘X’ #1683 → The post Twitter Rebrands as ‘X’ #1683 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Renowned former hacker, Kevin Mitnick, passed away on July 16th at 59 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Mitnick’s hacking exploits spanned from his youth in the 70s until his capture in 1995. Known for infiltrating cell networks, company and government websites, and famously never financially profiting from his exploits, Mitnick spent five years in … Continue reading Kevin Mitnick: Hacker to Cybersecurity Expert – RIP #1682 → The post Kevin Mitnick: Hacker to Cybersecurity Expert – RIP #1682 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The rise of generative AI in automating mundane tasks, traditionally assigned to entry-level workers, is causing concern among young workers. This technology is seen as a threat to their career development, especially as companies have increasingly neglected training and mentorship programs. Automating these tasks eliminates the last vestiges of on-the-job learning for young employees. Furthermore, … Continue reading AI’s Impact on Young Careers #1681 → The post AI’s Impact on Young Careers #1681 appeared first on Geek News Central.

A report by seven US lawmakers reveals that US tax preparation firms, including TaxAct, TaxSlayer, and H&R Block, have been sharing sensitive taxpayer data with tech giants Google and Meta. The companies allegedly used Meta Pixel and Google’s ad tools to share personal and financial information. Google and Meta blamed misconfigurations in their data-gathering tools … Continue reading Tax Firms Accused of Sharing Sensitive Data with Google, Meta #1680 → The post Tax Firms Accused of Sharing Sensitive Data with Google, Meta #1680 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Meta’s new application, Threads, designed to compete with Twitter, hit a record-breaking milestone with over 30 million signups on its first day of global availability. Overseen by Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri, Threads aims to integrate with the “Fediverse,” the network of decentralized services like Mastodon, powered by ActivityPub. However, Threads faces some initial challenges, including … Continue reading Meta’s Threads App Surpasses 30 Million Signups #1679 → The post Meta’s Threads App Surpasses 30 Million Signups #1679 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Meta has offered a detailed insight into how its AI algorithms decide the content users see on Facebook and Instagram. The company has rolled out 22 card systems explaining how content is ranked for Feed, Stories, and Reels based on user interactions and relevancy. These systems also guide on customization controls and a glimpse of … Continue reading Meta’s AI Algorithm #1678 → The post Meta’s AI Algorithm #1678 appeared first on Geek News Central.

A poll by The Verge, Vox Media’s Insights and Research team, and research consultancy firm The Circus surveying 2,000 US adults provide fresh insights on public sentiment towards artificial intelligence (AI). While AI usage, particularly of dedicated AI tools, is primarily skewed towards younger users, there’s an overall expectation of AI’s significant societal impact. Public … Continue reading Public Opinion on AI Concerns #1677 → The post Public Opinion on AI Concerns #1677 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Google has released a quirky ad campaign for Pixel phones, dubbed “Best Phones Forever,” that humorously highlights the shortcomings of iPhones compared to Pixel phones. The campaign showcases the superior features of Pixel devices, such as astrophotography and security, in sitcom-like videos, often hinting at a friendly rivalry between anthropomorphized versions of the Pixel 7 … Continue reading Google’s Pixel Outshines iPhone in New Ads #1676 → The post Google’s Pixel Outshines iPhone in New Ads #1676 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Website owners are learning again not to trust third-party sites to drive website traffic. A sudden and unexpected change in Facebook’s algorithm during May 2023 has resulted in a significant decrease in traffic for news and media websites, leaving publishers desperate for answers. According to Echobox, a social media management firm, Facebook-related traffic fell by … Continue reading Opaque Algorithm Changes by Facebook Leave Publishers in the Dark #1675 → The post Opaque Algorithm Changes by Facebook Leave Publishers in the Dark #1675 appeared first on Geek News Central.

I am sure, in a bid to steal tech for the Chinese. A former Samsung Electronics executive, who previously served as vice president at SK Hynix, has been indicted in South Korea for purportedly stealing chipmaking technology to build a duplicate factory in China. The arrest is part of South Korea’s measures to safeguard its … Continue reading Samsung Ex-Executive Arrested for Alleged Chip Tech Theft #1674 → The post Samsung Ex-Executive Arrested for Alleged Chip Tech Theft #1674 appeared first on Geek News Central.

I keep saying that ChatGPT is going to cause a lot of folks to lose their jobs. Eric Fein, a content writer, experienced a significant drop in business when 10 of his clients replaced him with OpenAI’s ChatGPT for content creation. In response, Fein is transitioning to trade work, including heating and air conditioning repair … Continue reading Content Writer Shifts to Trade Work Amid OpenAI’s ChatGPT Disruption → The post Content Writer Shifts to Trade Work Amid OpenAI’s ChatGPT Disruption appeared first on Geek News Central.

A recent survey reveals that 79% of American workers harbor concerns about potential wage cuts due to AI integration in their workplaces, despite many also recognizing possible workload alleviation. The study by Checkr via Pollfish sampled 3,000 American workers from various generations and found that 74% fear losing their jobs to AI within two years. … Continue reading AI Adoption Concerns and Perceived Benefits Among US Workers #1672 → The post AI Adoption Concerns and Perceived Benefits Among US Workers #1672 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The FBI conducted warrantless searches on citizens, misusing its surveillance powers granted under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) more than 278,000 times between 2020 and early 2021, according to a recently unclassified court document. This controversial legislation, designed to prevent criminal and terrorist activities by foreigners, was improperly applied to US … Continue reading Unchecked Surveillance: FBI Misuses FISA Section 702 Over 278,000 Times, Unclassified Court Document Reveals #1671 → The post Unchecked Surveillance: FBI Misuses FISA Section 702 Over 278,000 Times, Unclassified Court Document Reveals #1671 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI has officially introduced its ChatGPT app for iOS users in the US. The app, offering similar features to the ChatGPT website, includes voice input and lets ChatGPT Plus subscribers toggle between standard and GPT-4 language models. Although currently missing live web access, it promises conversation history sync and data export. The company plans to … Continue reading OpenAI’s ChatGPT: Now On Your iPhone! Android, You’re Next! #1670 → The post OpenAI’s ChatGPT: Now On Your iPhone! Android, You’re Next! #1670 appeared first on Geek News Central.

With a floundering economy In the first quarter of 2023, the U.S. pay-TV industry suffered its steepest subscriber losses yet, losing a total of 2.3 million customers across cable, satellite, and internet TV services due to the rising popularity of streaming video. According to senior analyst Craig Moffett, the penetration of pay-TV into U.S. households … Continue reading Unprecedented Cord-Cutting Surge in Q1 2023 Sends US Pay-TV Subscriptions Plunging to 1992 Lows #1669 → The post Unprecedented Cord-Cutting Surge in Q1 2023 Sends US Pay-TV Subscriptions Plunging to 1992 Lows #1669 appeared first on Geek News Central.

In a recent outburst Dmitry Rogozin, former director general of Roscosmos, voiced doubts about the authenticity of the Apollo Moon landings. This denialism is gaining traction, but it’s important to note that the Russians were observing the lunar landing in real-time from the ground and even had their spacecraft, Luna 15, in orbit around the … Continue reading Debunking the Moon-Landing Denialism: Soviets Were Orbiting the Moon During Apollo 11 #1668 → The post Debunking the Moon-Landing Denialism: Soviets Were Orbiting the Moon During Apollo 11 #1668 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy, discussed the potential of AI in transforming education during a TED Talk, highlighting its capacity to provide personalized tutoring for every student. Khan demonstrated the capabilities of Khan Academy’s chatbot, Khanmigo, which assists learners in various subjects without giving direct answers, encouraging problem-solving instead. Despite some concerns over … Continue reading Revolutionizing Education: AI Personalized Tutors and Khan Academy’s Khanmigo #1667 → The post Revolutionizing Education: AI Personalized Tutors and Khan Academy’s Khanmigo #1667 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Elon Musk discussed the debut launch of the Starship rocket, stating it exceeded expectations with minimal launch site damage. He anticipates another flight in 2-3 months, and with upgrades to the rocket and launch pad, he expects the next Starship launch attempt in 6-8 weeks. Regulatory hurdles may take longer, but Musk hopes for up to 5 flights this year and estimates SpaceX will spend $2 billion on the Starship program in 2023. The post Elon Musk Reflects on Starship Debut, Anticipates Next Flight in Months #1666 appeared first on Geek News Central.

YouTube Music officially adds podcasts to its platform in the United States for Android, iOS, and web users, offering a seamless and feature-rich podcast listening experience. The new addition comes after YouTube’s podcasting head, Kai Chuk, hinted at the integration a few months ago. Podcasts on YouTube Music will be available for on-demand listening, offline … Continue reading YouTube Music Expands Offerings by Adding Podcasts to Its Platform #1665 → The post YouTube Music Expands Offerings by Adding Podcasts to Its Platform #1665 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The Supreme Court is set to hear two cases determining whether government officials can block their social media critics without violating the First Amendment. The post Supreme Court to Rule on Government Officials Blocking Social Media Critics #1664 appeared first on Geek News Central.

A Cardiff University student achieved the highest grade on a ChatGPT-assisted essay, raising questions about academic integrity and prompting the university to review its policies and educate students on the proper use of AI in academic work. The post Student Scores Highest Grade with ChatGPT Assistance #1663 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Tesla employees exposed owners' privacy by sharing sensitive camera footage, resulting in a significant breach of trust. Discover the implications and details of this alarming revelation. The post Tesla Employees Expose Owners’ Privacy by Sharing Camera Footage #1662 appeared first on Geek News Central.

NASA reveals Artemis 2 crew, including astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Hammock Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, set to orbit Moon in November 2024. The post Meet the Astronauts Set to Orbit the Moon in 2024 #1661 appeared first on Geek News Central.

I spent a lot of time on the show today talking about my new assistant, Chatgpt, which I feel is increasing my productivity by at least 35%. Meanwhile, the CAIDP has filed a complaint against OpenAI, calling for a halt to generative AI models like GPT-4, citing bias, privacy, and misuse concerns. While I understand … Continue reading AI Development: Balancing Risks & Rewards #1660 → The post AI Development: Balancing Risks & Rewards #1660 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Twitter's source code was leaked on GitHub, potentially exposing the platform's vulnerabilities and trade secrets. The post Twitter Source Code Leak Investigation #1659 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Robert Metcalfe, co-inventor of Ethernet and namesake of Metcalfe's law, has been awarded the prestigious Turing Award for his groundbreaking work in the 1970s. The post Ethernet Inventor Metcalfe Wins Turing #1658 appeared first on Geek News Central.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed concerns over the potential risks posed by language models, such as their use in disinformation campaigns or cyber-attacks. The post Altman Warns of Language Model Risks #1657 appeared first on Geek News Central.

The Hackneys, a couple with developmental disabilities, wonder whether an AI tool used by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services to predict children’s risk of harm led to removing their 8-month-old daughter from their home. The Hackneys’ daughter had been hospitalized for dehydration, and child welfare officials took custody of her, accusing a couple … Continue reading Couple with Disabilities Wonder if AI Tool Led to Daughter’s Removal #1656 → The post Couple with Disabilities Wonder if AI Tool Led to Daughter’s Removal #1656 appeared first on Geek News Central.

So you have to wonder, after the federal government did a complete bailout of Silicon Valley Bank, will all banks in the future get this royal treatment, The post Silicon Valley Bank get Full Bailout #1655 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Can you indeed be Anonymous Online? Well, a California court will decide if an anonymous Reddit poster will be outed The post Can you truly be Anonymous Online? #1654 appeared first on Geek News Central.

SpaceX is in a bind with the Starship launch running behind. They have had to launch "V2 Mini’ Satellites to help them increase their already over-sold capacity The post SpaceX Launched ‘V2 Mini’ Satellites #1653 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Podcasts are coming to YouTube Music, but given Google's history in Podcasting of being on and off again, time will tell if they are serious this time. The post Podcasts coming to YouTube Music #1652 appeared first on Geek News Central.

Is Artificial Intelligence already dangerous? Based on an article that has been widely circulated, it sure is not healthy, in my opinion. The post Is Artificial Intelligence already Dangerous? #1651 appeared first on Geek News Central.

How is it that the White House can't explain Chinese balloons? We are one of the most powerful nations on earth, and these idiots shoot the balloons down over water or some god-forsaken remote area and then do not put in the resources to explain what is going on. The post White House Can’t Explain Chinese Balloons #1650 appeared first on Geek News Central.