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AI’s 78% Accuracy in Foreseeing Mortality within Four Years #1713

Posted December 21, 2023 • 00:51:20

Researchers from the Technical University of Denmark and Northeastern University have developed an AI model called ‘life2vec’ that can predict a...

Internet Archive Appeals Against Copyright Infringement Ruling #1712

Posted December 18, 2023 • 00:53:29

The Internet Archive (IA) is appealing a court ruling that found its digital lending program copyright-infringing. IA’s non-profit library scans and...

Elon Musk’s Ambitious Texas University Project: Revolutionizing STEM Education #1711

Posted December 14, 2023 • 00:53:02

Elon Musk plans to establish a university in Austin, Texas, focusing on STEM education. Funded by a $100 million contribution from Musk’s charity,...

Verizon’s Privacy Breach: How a Fake Warrant Endangered a Customer #1710

Posted December 11, 2023 • 00:47:47

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....

Spotify’s Major Workforce Reduction Amid Economic Challenges #1709

Posted December 5, 2023 • 00:40:44

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...