Apps are often designed in a way that makes it easy to overspend, but it’s not just developers that engage in user manipulation. In 2014, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in America sued Google for $19 million and Apple agreed to pay $32.5 million in refunds for allegedly deceiving children into spending money on in-app purchases through their respective app stores. Although Apple settled with the FTC, it claimed no wrongdoing....

Several posts were blurred or removed, while providers’ accounts were hidden from searches and recommendations. Some accounts were later reinstated, but these actions raised significant concerns about Meta’s content moderation practices, as reported by The Times. Providers’ accounts were suspended for violating policies on restricted goods, later restored. Meta cited “over-enforcement” but denied connection to its new speech policy changes. FDA allows abortion pill prescriptions via telehealth, but Meta’s moderation disrupts access....

Bitdefender is the superior choice for comprehensive protection and features when compared to Microsoft Defender. While Microsoft Defender comes free on all Windows 10 and 11 devices, I recommend trying Bitdefender’s wide range of features and robust protection. You can try Bitdefender risk-free for 30 days using the money-back guarantee. Try Bitdefender risk-free for 30 days No Time? Here’s a 1-Minute Summary of Category Winners Microsoft Defender and Bitdefender provide robust protection against malware threats, but I found Bitdefender to be the most feature-rich and secure antivirus....

“Paint 3D is deprecated and will be removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4th, 2024,” states the update shared by Microsoft. “Existing installations of Paint 3D will continue to work, but the app will no longer be available for download from the Microsoft Store.” As an alternative, Microsoft suggests users use Paint and Photos for editing viewing 2D images, and 3D Viewer for 3D content. According to PCMag, the application had been working for 7 years and Microsoft made a big announcement for its launch, promoting it as a “new app for creativity....

A new study has shown promising results for a novel treatment that combines vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) with prolonged exposure (PE) therapy to help people with severe, treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) with therapy significantly mitigated PTSD symptomatology in resistant cases. Miniaturized device yielded fewer adverse events compared to standard systems. Study participants reported high satisfaction and minimal issues with the implanted device. The study, which is the largest clinical trial to date using an implanted device for PTSD treatment, found that this paired approach not only proved safe and feasible but also delivered long-lasting, clinically meaningful improvements in PTSD symptoms....

According to the announcement, the investment round was led by First Round Capital and had the participation of other investors such as Lux Capital and Y Combinator. Theseus announced it raised $4.3 million in a seed funding round this Thursday. The founders went viral on X last year after sharing their hackathon achievement on X. The company will use the new investment to keep developing Micro VPS, a system that allows drones to fly autonomously without a GPS signal....

Criminals are luring victims with promises of free access to TradingView’s premium features, but the downloads are infected with malicious software designed to steal cryptocurrency. Victims download malware disguised as a cracked TradingView with premium features. Malware variants, Lumma Stealer and AMOS, target Windows and Mac users. Infected users’ crypto wallets are drained, and attackers send phishing links to contacts. According to cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes Labs, the attackers are posting links in Reddit communities frequented by crypto traders....

According to an exclusive report by Reuters, the new GPUs will be cheaper than the H20 models, and specifically adapted for the Chinese market, in light of the U.S. government’s restrictions. Nvidia’s strategy to develop customized AI chips for the region was revealed last year, and now further details and progress have been confirmed. Nvidia is developing AI chips for the Chinese market The tech giant expects to begin production of the new models by June....

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During a service at Congregation Emanu El, the congregation listened to a sermon generated and delivered by an A.I. version of Rabbi Fixler’s voice. The experiment sparked discussion about the intersection of faith and technology, as reported in a press release by The New York Times. Pastor Jay Cooper experimented with ChatGPT for a church service, drawing new attendees. A.I.-generated sermons can present risks, including fabricating religious quotes. Faith-based A....

According to Reuters, the messaging app will be integrated with government services, and all devices must also include RuStore, Russia’s domestic app store, pre-installed, even on Apple products. Russia ordered the pre-installation of the state-backed messaging app MAX on all smartphones and tablets starting on September 1. The announcement has sparked debate and raised concerns about surveillance and government control over citizens. MAX competes with WhatsApp and Telegram, and has been designed to evolve into a larger platform, similar to China’s super-app WeChat....

First published: May 17, 2020 Updated 2 times since publishing I’m on a quest to find the best program to prevent screen time addiction and filter the internet for my 5 kids, ages 5 to 16. I’ve tested over 50 different apps and now I’m comparing and reviewing them to help you decide which is the best one for your family. I found a great deal that includes a 30-day money-back guarantee, which gave me more than enough time to test it out on the family computer....

Cybernews researched and discovered that the sensitive data had been hardcoded into the Guidus app, exposing it to data leaks. There are over 100k downloads of Guidus on the Google Play App store. It is a famous pixel RPG game for mobile devices. Over 16k reviewers have given this app a rating of 4.2 out of 5. The game requires the player to fight their way through dungeons to reclaim the palace and rescue the true heir to the kingdom....

According to CNN, the realistic video showed volcanic ash covering the sky and Tokyo’s buildings and vehicles, attempting to show the city’s 20 million residents what could happen if the volcano erupted. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government released an AI-generated video simulating a Mount Fuji eruption. The realistic video showed how the volcanic ashes could cover the Japanese city within two hours and the consequences of the tragic scenario. Japanese officials explained that the goal is to raise awareness....

According to the official statement, the incident was related to a third-party contractor and unauthorized users got access to private information including names, emails, phone numbers, hashed passwords, and partial payment card details from drivers, merchants, and diners. Grubhub announced a data breach in their platform this Monday but assured the situation is now under control. Hackers got access to sensitive information from delivery drivers, merchants, and diners. The delivery service company operates in over 4,000 cities in the United States and has over 375,000 merchants and 200,000 delivery providers on its platform....

Announced Monday, the proposal seeks to balance national security concerns with economic interests. However, it has sparked backlash from industry leaders and international allies. Biden administration proposed new rules to regulate AI chip exports for security reasons. 20 U.S. allies granted unrestricted chip access; others face strict limitations. Industry leaders fear the rules may harm U.S. competitiveness and innovation. “In the wrong hands, powerful AI systems have the potential to exacerbate significant national security risks, including by enabling the development of weapons of mass destruction, supporting powerful offensive cyber operations, and aiding human rights abuses, such as mass surveillance,” the US Commerce Department said on Monday, as reported by the BBC....

With over 12,500 employees and a reported revenue of $1.67 billion in 2022, WH Smith operates 1,700 locations throughout the United Kingdom. WH Smith’s cyberattack adds to a growing list of recent attacks on UK businesses, including a ransomware attack on Royal Mail’s international postal services that resulted in an extended period of downtime. According to WH Smith, there is currently no indication that the cybercriminals accessed banking details in the attack....

However, even the best VPNs have limitations. While a VPN securely encrypts your traffic and location data, it can’t prevent websites from tracking you through cookies and other methods. Understanding exactly what a VPN can and cannot hide is crucial for using it effectively, and I’ll provide all the information you need in this article. Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity....

The album, featuring recordings of empty studios and performance spaces, aims to highlight concerns that AI companies could freely train their models on copyrighted music without explicit permission from artists. Artists fear AI firms will use copyrighted work without permission under proposed UK law. Paul McCartney, Kate Bush, and Elton John oppose the UK’s AI copyright exemption plans. The UK government claims its consultation balances AI development with creative rights protection....

Official add-ons (verified by Kodi) are generally safe to use, while unofficial add-ons (third-party add-ons that aren’t verified by Kodi) are riskier to install. However, all Kodi add-ons can be compromised, which is why it’s so important to use a quality VPN. The encrypted connection keeps your data hidden from potential hackers and spies. To ensure your connections are safe, I recommend you try ExpressVPN with Kodi. Its premium security and blazing-fast speeds are ideal for safe, smooth streaming — and if you’re not satisfied with the service, you can get a full refund within 30* days....