PRIMA implant enables 80% of patients with macular degeneration to recover their vision
Breakthrough in Vision Restoration for Age-Related Macular Degeneration A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has uncovered promising results about the PRIMA brain-computer interface (BCI) retinal implant, which appears to assist patients suffering from progressive age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in regaining a portion of their central vision. This device, quite small […]
5 important ways to stay safe on social media and guard your privacy online
Let’s face it: social media can be a bit overwhelming. We often find ourselves in situations where we might, without realizing, expose personal information—like accepting friend requests from strangers or falling for scams that sneak into our messages. But, staying safe online doesn’t have to be rocket science. By tweaking a few settings and developing […]
Robby Starbuck hits a ‘breaking point’ with Google AI
Latest Updates in Artificial Intelligence Technology In this edition: – Robbie Starbuck discusses his lawsuit against Google, claiming the AI generated “outrageously false” information about him.– A federal judge acknowledges a mistake in a ruling regarding employee AI usage following an investigation by Grassley.– Meta is letting go of 600 employees amidst a push for […]
Police are utilizing virtual reality training to enhance decision-making skills.
Police Officers Use Virtual Reality Training Police departments across the U.S. are increasingly adopting virtual reality training to enhance how officers make quick decisions in high-pressure situations. The objective here is pretty clear: to help officers respond more effectively and safely during emergencies. Currently, over 1,500 police agencies in the U.S. and Canada have integrated […]
Wi-Fi calling could consume your iPhone’s battery more quickly than using cellular service.
If you’re in a location with poor cell service, Wi-Fi calling can be incredibly helpful. It allows for calls and texts when your cellular connection isn’t available. However, some iPhone users have reported that this feature might drain their battery more quickly than expected. One user, Laura B, posed a question about this: “Living in […]
Stellantis faces significant breach of third-party data
Stellantis Faces Data Breach After Cyber Attack Stellantis, the automotive giant formed from the merger of PSA Group and Fiat Chrysler in 2021, recently announced a data breach that occurred when an attacker infiltrated a third-party customer service platform in North America. During this breach, customer contact details were exposed, making it part of a […]
Uber Eats to explore drone food delivery in US markets this year
Uber Eats is gearing up to innovate dinner deliveries by teaming up with drone delivery startup FlyTrex. This partnership will kick off testing within the United States by the year’s end. While Uber hasn’t specified the first city for this launch, FlyTrex already operates in Texas and North Carolina, so those areas might be among […]
Ways to safeguard yourself against fraudulent debt collection calls and scams
Imagine picking up the phone and hearing a stern voice insisting you owe money. It could be for an unknown credit card, a loan you’ve never taken, or even some old bills you thought were long forgotten. It’s nerve-wracking, to say the least, especially when they threaten things like arrest or lawsuits. Sadly, this situation […]
Authentic accounts create a new risk for fraud as scammers purchase trustworthiness.
Social media has made it easier to connect, but it also provides a platform for scammers to operate under the radar. Fake accounts, misleading validation checkmarks, and crafted profiles are rampant, leaving many users, like Marie from Boynton Beach, concerned about distinguishing the real from the phony. She noted: “I’m on X, but a lot […]
Ways to safeguard yourself from fraudulent airline Wi-Fi scams during your travels
Earlier this year, Australian authorities arrested individuals who set up a deceptive Wi-Fi network while on a flight. This network mimicked the airline’s official Wi-Fi service, leading cybersecurity experts to label it as “the evil twin.” Essentially, this type of fake hotspot is designed to fool users into giving away their credentials. While the concept […]