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Yope is Attracting Gen Z and VCs with its Instagram-Inspired Private Group App

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Photo and video apps with social features targeting young adults are everywhere, making those that gain traction among 18–twentysomethings especially appealing to investors seeking the next Instagram or TikTok. Yope, a photo-sharing app for private groups, is the latest standout. It has grown 30x in the past six months, reaching 2.2 million monthly active users […]

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Grok 3 Reportedly Briefly Restricted Unflattering Mentions of Trump and Musk

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When Elon Musk introduced Grok 3 in a livestream last Monday, he described it as a “maximally truth-seeking AI.” However, the model briefly appeared to censor unflattering information about both former President Donald Trump and Musk himself. Users Report Grok 3 Was Instructed to Exclude Trump and Musk in Misinformation Queries Over the weekend, social

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A Feature-Rich E Ink Smartphone is Here, Designed as a More Eye-Friendly Option for Avid Doomscrollers

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These days, many of us spend a significant amount of time staring at compact screens, which can strain our eyes. Last year, Bigme introduced a more eye-friendly option with its HiBreak E Ink smartphone, and now, a Pro version has been released. The original HiBreak featured a 5.84-inch display, available in either monochrome or color

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Looking Glass Holographic Displays Can Now Play Videos Directly From your iPhone

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Looking Glass, known for its unique screens that showcase 3D holograms without the need for a headset or glasses, has introduced iOS support. This update allows users to view Cinematic Mode videos, custom apps, and 3D content from their iPhone or iPad directly on the display, eliminating the need for a high-powered desktop for processing.

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DeepSeek Is Making Waves Worldwide—Here’s Why

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The Chinese AI company DeepSeek has made a major impact on the tech industry by launching highly efficient AI models that rival advanced offerings from US firms like OpenAI and Anthropic. Established in 2023, DeepSeek has reached its milestones using significantly less funding and computing power than its rivals. Last week, the company unveiled its

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Step Right for a Latte: The Future of App Control May be in Your Feet

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Scientists have created a proof-of-concept technology enabling users to perform everyday smartphone tasks—like playing music, answering calls, or ordering food—using subtle, socially acceptable foot gestures while walking. Walking is a big part of our daily routines, whether it’s heading to work, running errands, or walking the dog. On average, adults take between 3,500 and 7,000

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Wireless Data Speed Record Approaches 1 Terabit Per Second

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Slow Wi-Fi is a common frustration for many, but we may soon see faster speeds. Researchers at University College London (UCL) have achieved a new world record in wireless data transmission, transmitting an impressive 938 Gigabits per second (Gbps) using a combination of radio and light technology. Wireless data transmission offers greater convenience than installing

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Apple’s Depth Pro Model Creates 3D Maps from 2D Images in Seconds

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Apple’s Machine Learning Research team has created a foundational AI model for “zero-shot metric monocular depth estimation.” Depth Pro allows for the rapid generation of detailed 3D depth maps from a single 2D image. Our brains interpret visual information from two sources—our eyes. Each eye captures a slightly different perspective of the world, and these

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Google’s Innovative New Gboard: A Double-Sided, Endless Keyboard

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Google Japan has launched the latest version of the Gboard, featuring a distinctive double-sided design inspired by the Möbius strip, which plays a significant role in mathematics, science, and popular culture. This innovative keyboard can be used by one person or multiple users, truly embodying a keyboard with a twist. However, the Möbius strip, a

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The Thinker: ChatGPT Receives a Major Cognitive Enhancement

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OpenAI has launched its groundbreaking new AI model, o1, now integrated into ChatGPT. This latest release “thinks” before responding, outperforming both previous models and Ph.D. experts in solving complex problems. It seemed like OpenAI was giving us a bit of breathing space, didn’t it? GPT-4o and its advanced voice mode, though announced in May, felt

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