Technology’s impact on our senses, particularly smell
Scientists suggest that an excessive focus on sight and sound is negatively impacting people’s well-being and argue that our devices should provide a multisensory experience “Wait a minute, wait a…
MPs urge government to utilize TikTok against misinformation
A cross-party committee recommends developing a strategy to engage with new platforms that appeal to the youth MPs have emphasized the need for a government strategy on TikTok to address…
AI race intensifies with new models from OpenAI, Google, and Mistral
Launches occur within 12 hours of each other, with more industry activity anticipated over the summer OpenAI, Google, and the French AI startup Mistral have all unveiled new iterations of…
Giving smartphones to children under 16 may be banned, according to UK officials
Polls show that policies protecting children are strongly supported, but some Conservatives are concerned about government overreach A ban on the sale of cellphones to minors under 16 is being…
The 2024 total solar eclipse was seen by NASA
There were only few areas in the US, Canada, and Mexico where people could witness the total solar eclipse On April 8, from 9:23 p.m. to 2:22 a.m. IST, there…
Exploring experimental video games at Now Play This
This week, Somerset House showcases avant-garde games exploring liminality Each year, Somerset House in London hosts a short festival featuring experimental video games. Last year’s theme was love, and Now…
CEO on the run during 2022 crypto crash found guilty of fraud
A jury concluded that Do Kwon and Terraform Labs deceived investors prior to the collapse of the company’s cryptocurrency In Manhattan, a jury found a former crypto CEO based in…
Microsoft warns China plans AI election interference
Beijing conducted a trial in Taiwan, using AI-generated content to sway voters from a pro-sovereignty candidate Microsoft has warned that China will use AI-generated content to disrupt elections in the…
Top accounts on X receive blue ticks gratis, causing dismay
Elon Musk’s company reverses paid verification policy, embarrassing some Elon Musk has overturned a significant decision at X, the social network Twitter, by automatically verifying the most-followed users. Previously, he…
Advertising watchdog bans Katie Price’s Instagram post over diet claim
Regulator rules sponsored video promoted low-calorie diet without advising users to seek medical advice A post on Katie Price’s Instagram account has been banned by the UK’s advertising regulator for…