Image Credits:Bryce Durbin / TechCrunchMeta has filed a lawsuit against the creator of Crush AI, a widely used AI “nudify” app, which allegedly ran thousands of advertisements on Meta’s platforms. Alongside the legal action, Meta announced new efforts to curb similar apps.The lawsuit, filed in Hong Kong, accuses Joy Timeline HK—the company behind Crush...
Image Credits: PixabayOn Wednesday, Meta introduced its latest AI model, V-JEPA 2 — a "world model" aimed at enabling AI agents to better interpret and navigate their surroundings.V-JEPA 2 builds on the original V-JEPA model released last year, which learned from over 1 million hours of video. This extensive training helps robots and other...
Image Credits: What a CNT CSCEC-wound electric motor could look like instead of copperGPTResearchers at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) have created a new type of lightweight, highly conductive carbon nanotube (CNT) wiring that completely eliminates the need for copper or aluminum. Using a technique called Lyotropic Liquid Crystal-Assisted Surface Texturing...
Image Credits: PexelsApple is under pressure to prove it still has its edge, despite unmet promises to enhance iPhones with generative AI, as competitors surge ahead with the tech.Apple will unveil its latest plans for its popular devices and the software behind them at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), starting Monday in Silicon...
Image Credits:PixabayOn Thursday, Apple announced that over 82% of supported iPhones are now using its newest mobile operating system, iOS 18 — an increase from 68% in January.iOS 18 Launch and Compatibility DetailsThe company introduced iOS 18 last June at WWDC, and subsequently began releasing it to users in September 2024. Additionally, iOS 18...
Image Cretdits: PexelsUber has introduced a new account option called Senior Accounts, designed specifically for older users. These accounts focus on a more user-friendly experience, offering features such as ride updates for family members, saved destinations, and the ability to pay using a relative’s card.Simplified Interface Designed for Easy Use and Better AccessibilityAccording to...
Image Credits: PixabayTikTok officially launched TikTok for Artists on Tuesday, a new music insights platform aimed at helping artists grow their careers. The launch follows a two-month test phase in select countries.The platform is designed to support artists and their teams in connecting with fans, enhancing promotion, and guiding content strategy on TikTok. It...
Image Credits:X Corp.On Sunday, Elon Musk revealed that XChat, an upgraded version of X’s Direct Messaging (DM) feature, is being released with new capabilities including disappearing messages, encryption, file sharing, and support for audio and video calls.While these features are not widely available yet—since XChat only recently entered beta testing with a limited group—Musk...
Image Credits:Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto / Getty ImagesGoogle is marking the 10th anniversary of Google Photos by introducing a redesigned editor. This update includes AI-powered features like Reimagine and Auto Frame, which were previously exclusive to Pixel devices and are now available to a broader audience.Transform Photos with Text-Powered AI EditsReimagine leverages generative AI to modify...
Image Credits: Gretchen ErtlBatteries are approaching their limits in how much energy they can store relative to their weight, posing a major challenge for powering aircraft, trains, and ships. MIT researchers and collaborators have developed a promising alternative: a fuel cell that works like a battery but refuels rapidly instead of recharging.This new design...
