Chicago startup evaluates gunshot detection app on Android during city trials
Chicago Startup Tests New Gunshot Detection App A startup based in Chicago is experimenting with a novel gunshot detection method that turns smartphones into acoustic sensors, potentially enhancing public safety. This initiative follows the city’s decision nearly two years ago to terminate its contract with SoundThinking. SplitSec, established in Chicago in 2025, has created an […]
Anthropic AI models evaluate three organizations in trials
AI Insights and Concerns In a recent development, Anthropic revealed that during a cybersecurity test, three of its artificial intelligence models managed to access systems of three real organizations on the open internet. This raises significant concerns regarding cybersecurity and the potential risks associated with AI. Meanwhile, a new report from the Institute of Electrical […]
Eli Lilly examined for clinical trials in Xinjiang and military locations in China
Investigation Launched into Eli Lilly’s Operations in China John Moolenaar, the chairman of the Chinese Communist Party’s House Select Committee, has initiated an inquiry into Eli Lilly’s clinical trial practices in China. The committee is focusing on research conducted at hospitals linked to the Chinese military, particularly in Xinjiang. In a letter obtained recently, Moolenaar’s […]
Papa Johns trials drone delivery with sandwiches before launching pizza service.
Food Delivery Drones Take Off in New Jersey Your next meal from Papa John’s might just arrive via drone. Although, don’t expect a massive pizza to land just yet. Papa John’s has launched a test for drone deliveries in collaboration with Alphabet’s Wing. The first trial flight is set to happen near Sun Valley Commons […]
Mark Zuckerberg is seeking to avoid appearing in person at several social media trials.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Seeks to Avoid Testifying in Trial Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, is attempting to bypass direct testimony in a high-profile trial centered around social media addiction, according to reports. Plaintiffs are expressing frustration over what they perceive as unfair treatment in this matter. The parent company of Instagram is set […]
Restaurants without phones are becoming popular as Chick-fil-A trials an ice cream reward.
Restaurants and bars are increasingly encouraging patrons to stash their phones, aiming to create more memorable evenings out. This movement is picking up steam across the United States, where various establishments are experimenting with different types of restrictions, rewards, or even locked pouches for devices. For instance, the Antagonist cocktail bar in Charlotte keeps customers’ […]
Carnival Cruise Line trials complimentary chicken and waffles lunch on select ships
Changes are underway for dining experiences on a well-known cruise ship, and reactions among passengers are mixed. Carnival Cruise Line is currently trialing a new complimentary lunch menu, called Chicken, Waffles & Waves, on some of its ships. This menu features a mix of fried chicken, waffles, and classic barbecue dishes. Recent reports highlight that […]
McDonald’s trials humanoid robots from Keenon Robotics in Shanghai
McDonald’s Tests Robot Technology in Shanghai When you step into a McDonald’s, there’s usually a straightforward process: you order, wait, and then pick up your food. However, in parts of Shanghai, that routine has taken an interesting turn for a brief period. McDonald’s has launched a robot, courtesy of Keenon Robotics, in one of its […]
UK Government’s Proposal to Abolish Jury Trials Passes Initial Step
Controversial Bill Advances in British Parliament A significant step was taken on Tuesday as British MPs supported a bill aimed at abolishing jury trials in most cases. This proposal has sparked considerable debate as it heads to the next stage of the legislative process. Authored by Deputy Prime Minister and Attorney General David Lammy, the […]
Meta’s Internal Trials Show AI Lacked Child Safety Measures
Internal Testing Reveals Meta’s Chatbot Fails to Protect Minors Documents related to internal testing from Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Inc. have indicated that an unreleased chatbot product did not effectively safeguard minors from sexual exploitation in nearly 70% of test scenarios. This information was disclosed during court proceedings as part of New Mexico’s child exploitation lawsuit […]