Meta deactivates feature that let you generate AI images of any public Instagram account
Meta has deactivated the Muse Image capability to create AI deepfakes of any public Instagram account you @-mention.
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US cybersecurity agency CISA had to build its incident playbook during the incident, agency reveals
Independent cybersecurity journalist Brian Krebs reported in May that a security researcher with cyber firm GitGuardian alerted him to reams of exposeâŚ
Phia accused of âcookie stuffing,â taking affiliate credit on purchases it didnât earn
Phia, the shopping startup founded by Bill Gatesâ daughter, Phoebe, and her friend Sophia Kianni is under fire for a practice known as âcookie stuffinâŚ
No, Flock isnât threatening people for debating surveillance
On Thursday, the Instagram account for a lecture series in Newport Beach, CA posted a photo of what appeared to be a cease and desist letter from the âŚ
Meta removes controversial AI feature on Instagram after backlash
"Our intent was to provide a useful creative tool and to give people control over whether their public content could be referenced in this way," the câŚ
Meta turns off the Instagram feature that let users make AI deepfakes of public accounts
Following significant backlash, Meta is turning off the feature it announced this week that let users generate AI images based on content from public âŚ
Apple Sues OpenAI, Accusing It of Stealing Company Secrets
The two companies struck a deal in 2024 to offer A.I. services on Apple devices, but their partnership has soured.
Quantum error correction can constantly recalibrate a processor
Reinforcement learning uses error information to adjust control algorithms. There are some obvious big picture issues that stand between us and usefulâŚ
Increased drone surveillance of illegal July 4th fireworks led to $100K fine
More police and firefighters use drones to catch and deter illegal fireworks. More cities and towns deployed drones to spot illegal fireworks during tâŚ
The FCC is cracking down on DJI tech that dodged the foreign drone ban
Last year, we told you about Xtra, the company that lets DJI sneak its popular cameras into the US, and Skyrover, a brand seemingly selling DJI dronesâŚ
Apple sues OpenAI, alleging artificial intelligence company stole trade secrets
Suit claims OpenAI poached Apple workers, coaxing them to share confidential material in bid to create hardwareApple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI onâŚ
The Best Whitening Toothpastes Dentists Recommend to Their Patients
For removing stains and keeping your pearly whites bright, these are the best dentist-approved whitening toothpastes.
Blueskyâs interim CEO, Toni Schneider, drops the âinterimâ
Schneider, who formerly served as the CEO of Automattic and is a partner at True Ventures, says he is "all in" on the unconventional social media platâŚ
China recovered its first reusable rocket and showed a new way to do it
"Clearly, they admire the work that's being done by SpaceX and are trying to replicate it." China's sprawling state-owned rocket developer, maker of tâŚ
Apple calls OpenAI's hardware business 'rotten to its core' in trade secret theft lawsuit
The lawsuit also names io Products, the hardware company led by Jony Ive.
Apple sues OpenAI for allegedly stealing hardware secrets
Apple has sued OpenAI, alleging that engineers stole Apple secrets to advance the AI startup's hardware plans. In its complaint, Apple says it uncoverâŚ
Spider-Man Snares Galaxy Z Fold 8 in Samsung Tie-in Teaser
Shiny movie, shiny phone.
Razer Found a New Way to Print Money: Cinnamoroll Gaming Headphones
There's also a Cinnamoroll-themed gaming chair, keyboard, mouse, and mouse pad.
Mamdani announces new Click-to-Cancel rule for New York City
The rule revives a proposed FTC protection that was abandoned last year.
Insta360âs Next Action Cam Could Be a Real GoPro Competitor
The new X6 360 camera has leaked.
Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft
Apple alleges the misconduct was directed by OpenAI's senior leadership, including a longtime former employee.
Apple Sues OpenAI, Claiming Employees Stole Trade Secrets
In a complaint filed Friday, Apple accuses OpenAI of illegally accessing information about unannounced products.
Don't Buy an AirTag If You Only Need It for a Trip. Just Borrow One
Traveling is already expensive enough. Save a few bucks by borrowing an AirTag from a friend or family member.
Using Your iPhone at Night? Here's How You Can Make the Screen Extra Dim
Some iPhone screens can get down to a single nit of brightness, but these tricks will help it appear even dimmer.
OpenAI's browser isn't dead, it just moved to the ChatGPT app
Let's be real, OpenAI isn't giving up on the browser market, it is just changing its strategy.
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked Event: We Expect Weird Foldables, Funky AI Glasses and More
Samsung's foldable phone launch will take place later this month in London. We'll be there.
Sony Music to Close Punk Merch Warehouse That Just Voted to Unionize
Punk's not dead, it's just being union-busted.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 11, #1848
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Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 11 No. 860.
âSentenced to Be a Heroâ Team Gets Real About the Pain Behind 2026âs Must-Watch Dark Fantasy Anime
Studio KAI creatives reveal how they worked their magic bringing unreal animation to life and the technical challenges they faced to get there.
Check out the first images of Quest shipwreck
The Quest shipwreck is in worse shape than expected, but it has turned into a thriving marine ecosystem. Back in 2024, we reported on the discovery ofâŚ