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Australia Takes a World-First Stance: Social Media Ban for Under-16s Now in Effect
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20ย hours, 7ย minutes ago

Australia Takes a World-First Stance: Social Media Ban for Under-16s Now in Effect

Australia has become the world's first country to implement a nationwide ban on children under 16 using most social media platforms, effective December 10, with technology companies facing fines of up to $33 million for non-compliance. This unprecede

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Media Trust in Crisis: Experts Confront the Blurred Lines Between Fact and Fiction
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1ย day, 14ย hours ago

Media Trust in Crisis: Experts Confront the Blurred Lines Between Fact and Fiction

A high-profile panel at the DealBook Summit grappled with the crisis of trust in the media, as the industry faces unprecedented fragmentation and disruption from social media, podcasters, and influencers. The discussion highlighted a divide between l

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"Ocean Floor 'Sponge' Devours Massive CO2 Burden"
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2ย hours, 7ย minutes ago

"Ocean Floor 'Sponge' Devours Massive CO2 Burden"

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery beneath the South Atlantic Ocean, uncovering a massive "CO2 sponge" capable of trapping enormous amounts of carbon dioxide for tens of millions of years. This previously unknown reservoir, composed of p

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Ancient Plants Harness Heat to Lure Pollinators
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8ย hours, 7ย minutes ago

Ancient Plants Harness Heat to Lure Pollinators

Researchers have discovered that ancient plants, known as cycads, attract pollinators by producing heat, which is visible as infrared light to nocturnal insects, allowing them to locate the plants from a distance. This heat-producing mechanism, used

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YouTube Empowers Creators with Stablecoin Payouts via PayPal
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14ย hours, 13ย minutes ago

YouTube Empowers Creators with Stablecoin Payouts via PayPal

YouTube has launched a new feature allowing US creators to receive payouts in PayPal's stablecoin, PYUSD, through the fintech giant's existing payout service. This move marks a significant step for Big Tech's growing interest in stablecoins, which of

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1X Supplies Humanoid Robots to EQT Portfolio Companies in Strategic Partnership
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14ย hours, 18ย minutes ago

1X Supplies Humanoid Robots to EQT Portfolio Companies in Strategic Partnership

Robotics company 1X has secured a major deal to supply up to 10,000 of its humanoid robots, the 1X Neo, to over 300 portfolio companies of Swedish investor EQT. This strategic partnership marks a significant shift for the 1X Neo, which was initially

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Jordan Stuns Egypt, Secures Arab Cup Quarterfinals Spot
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2ย days, 20ย hours ago

Jordan Stuns Egypt, Secures Arab Cup Quarterfinals Spot

In a decisive match, Jordan secured a 3-0 win over Egypt, securing their spot in the Arab Cup quarterfinals alongside the UAE, who also advanced to the next round of competition. This victory marks a significant milestone for Jordan's football team,

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Revolutionizing Idle Wells: Eclipse Energy's Microbes Unlock Hydrogen Potential
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1ย day, 2ย hours ago

Revolutionizing Idle Wells: Eclipse Energy's Microbes Unlock Hydrogen Potential

Eclipse Energy, a Houston-based startup, has developed a groundbreaking technology that converts idle oil wells into hydrogen factories using microbes that break down oil molecules, liberating hydrogen gas. This innovative approach can breathe new li

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Solar Geoengineering Startup Stardust Solutions Secures $60 Million Funding Boost
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14ย hours, 14ย minutes ago

Solar Geoengineering Startup Stardust Solutions Secures $60 Million Funding Boost

Solar geoengineering startups are gaining traction, with Stardust Solutions securing a record-breaking $60 million funding round, sparking concerns about potential consequences and uneven benefits. This emerging field, which aims to manipulate the cl

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Federal Judge Orders Release of Kilmar รbrego Garcรญa from ICE Custody
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2ย hours, 20ย minutes ago

Federal Judge Orders Release of Kilmar รbrego Garcรญa from ICE Custody

Kilmar รbrego Garcรญa, a Maryland resident and US citizen wife's husband, has been released from ICE custody after a federal judge in Maryland ordered his release, citing a lack of authority for his detention. This decision is a significant legal win

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China's Biotech Surge: US Industry on Notice as China Closes in on a Win
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2ย hours, 12ย minutes ago

China's Biotech Surge: US Industry on Notice as China Closes in on a Win

A recent report from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology warns that the US is at risk of losing the biotechnology race to China, citing a narrow window for response. To compete, the US must address a critical issue: restoring t

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Take Back Your Screen: How to Block Smart TV Ads and End Unwanted Tracking
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2ย hours, 16ย minutes ago

Take Back Your Screen: How to Block Smart TV Ads and End Unwanted Tracking

For those seeking a break from smart TV ads and tracking, consider opting for a non-smart TV solution. Apple TV boxes offer a seamless alternative, providing a cleaner and more intuitive viewing experience through Apple's tvOS, free from distracting

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Federal Judge Orders Release of Detainee in Trump-Era Immigration Policy Challenge
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8ย hours, 20ย minutes ago

Federal Judge Orders Release of Detainee in Trump-Era Immigration Policy Challenge

A federal judge in Maryland has ordered the release of Kilmar รbrego Garcรญa from ICE custody, citing a lack of authority to detain him without a final deportation order. This ruling marks a significant victory for รbrego, who has lived in the US for

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World App Unveils Revolutionary Update with Crypto Pay and Secure Chat
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2ย hours, 18ย minutes ago

World App Unveils Revolutionary Update with Crypto Pay and Secure Chat

World, a biometric ID verification project, has launched a revamped app featuring an encrypted chat function, dubbed World Chat, and a crypto payment system, allowing users to send and request cryptocurrencies like Venmo. This "super app" aims to com

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World App Unveils Crypto Pay and Secure Chat Features
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8ย hours, 18ย minutes ago

World App Unveils Crypto Pay and Secure Chat Features

World, a biometric ID verification project, has launched a revamped app featuring an encrypted chat integration, dubbed World Chat, and a cryptocurrency payment system, allowing users to send and request digital payments. This "super app" aims to pro

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SantaCon Sparks Debate: 25 Years of Joy and Chaos in New York City
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8ย hours, 25ย minutes ago

SantaCon Sparks Debate: 25 Years of Joy and Chaos in New York City

New York City's annual SantaCon event, a festive yet raucous bar crawl, has been a polarizing fixture in the city for over a quarter century. While some residents have grown accustomed to the sight of hundreds of Santas flooding the streets, others h

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Google Boosts AI Ambitions with New Chief Technologist Role
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1ย day, 8ย hours ago

Google Boosts AI Ambitions with New Chief Technologist Role

Google has elevated Amin Vahdat to chief technologist for AI infrastructure, a newly created position, in a move that underscores the company's significant investment in AI infrastructure. Vahdat, a renowned computer scientist with 15 years of experi

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Wind Farms Flock to AI-Powered Bird Monitoring Solution
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1ย day, 2ย hours ago

Wind Farms Flock to AI-Powered Bird Monitoring Solution

Oslo-based startup Spoor has successfully demonstrated its AI-powered bird monitoring software, which uses computer vision to track and identify bird populations within a 2.5-kilometer radius. This technology has garnered significant interest from wi

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Outdoor Lighting Revolution: Permanent, App-Controlled Lights Launch for Year-Round Use
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2ย hours, 15ย minutes ago

Outdoor Lighting Revolution: Permanent, App-Controlled Lights Launch for Year-Round Use

Permanently installed outdoor lights are revolutionizing home decor by offering a hassle-free alternative to seasonal string lights. These innovative fixtures can be controlled and customized through a mobile app, allowing homeowners to easily switch

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Reddit Challenges Australia's Social Media Ban, Citing Free Speech Concerns
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2ย hours, 18ย minutes ago

Reddit Challenges Australia's Social Media Ban, Citing Free Speech Concerns

Reddit is challenging Australia's social media ban on children under 16, arguing that it limits free political discourse and infringes on children's rights to express their views online. The company claims it doesn't meet the law's definition of a so

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