Major tobacco companies are under fire for allegedly using metaverse platforms to market nicotine products to children, a new report reveals. According to a recent investigation by the watchdog group Reset Australia, brands linked to the tobacco industry are leveraging virtual reality platforms such as Roblox and Decentraland to subtly promote e-cigarettes and vaping products. … Read more
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has appointed Shengjia Zhao, the co-creator of ChatGPT, as the chief scientist of Meta Superintelligence Labs, the company’s most ambitious AI research initiative to date. Zhao, who previously worked at OpenAI, played a key role in advancing generative AI technologies and large language models. Her move to Meta underscores the tech … Read more
SHANGHAI – Huawei Technologies on Saturday showcased an advanced artificial intelligence computing system that industry experts believe directly rivals Nvidia Corp.’s top-tier offerings, as the Chinese tech giant intensifies its pursuit of market share in the rapidly expanding domestic AI sector. The “CloudMatrix 384” system drew significant attention during its public debut at the World … Read more
NEW YORK – Bonnie Barczykowski, CEO of Girl Scouts USA, will speak at Newsweek’s inaugural Women’s Global Impact Forum on August 5 in New York City. The event will bring together senior female leaders from various sectors to address workplace equity, the gender pay gap, and women’s evolving role in leadership. Girl Scouts of the USA, … Read more
NEW YORK – Andy Byron, CEO of the popular AI-powered DataOps platform Astronomer, resigned Saturday following a viral incident at a Coldplay concert, where he was seen embracing an employee on the stadium’s “kiss cam. The board accepted his resignation and has appointed co-founder and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy as interim CEO. The employee, identified as … Read more
NEW YORK — The global cryptocurrency market surged past the $4 trillion mark Friday, a milestone fueled by a powerful combination of institutional investment, fresh regulatory clarity and growing adoption, data from CoinGecko showed. According to Bloomberg, the breakthrough followed the U.S. House of Representatives’ approval Thursday of the “Genius Act,” the nation’s first federal legislation … Read more
BEIJING— German luxury automakers BMW, Mercedes‑Benz and Audi have each selected Chinese startup Momenta to supply advanced driver‑assistance systems (ADAS) for new electric and gas‑powered models sold in China, marking a shift as they face mounting competition from domestic rivals. BMW announced Tuesday that it will partner with Momenta to co‑develop ADAS tailored specifically for … Read more
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia — The Central European Conference of the Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP) convened in Bratislava, under the theme “Quality Education for All – SDG 4: A Pathway Towards a Better World.” The international event brought together educators, peacebuilders, researchers, and civil society leaders to address the role of education in advancing sustainable … Read more
Copenhagen —Denmark is poised to become the first European country to grant citizens copyright over their own face, voice and physical likeness to counter the rising threat of AI-generated deepfakes, officials said. The proposed law would empower individuals to demand the removal of unauthorized deepfake images, audio or video and seek compensation. Platforms that fail … Read more
NEW YORK – Columbia University has suffered a major data breach, with hackers stealing 460 gigabytes of sensitive data, including admissions records, login credentials, and personal data of students. The exposed data includes information on more than 2.5 million applicants and credentials for over 350,000 students and staff. Among the compromised details are Social Security … Read more
A United Nations report from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), released at the “AI for Good Summit” in Geneva, urged global action to detect and counter AI-generated deepfakes—such as fake videos, images, and audio—that threaten elections and financial systems. The report recommends that social media platforms implement mandatory digital verification tools, set clear standards for … Read more
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries worldwide, and real estate is no exception. Portugal-based brokerage Porta da Frente Christie’s has embraced this shift, generating over $100 million in sales through AI technology developed by Israeli startup eSelf AI The AI system engages clients 24/7, offering instant responses, virtual tours, and tailored property searches across 5,000+ … Read more
Tesla will open its first showroom in India next week, marking the U.S. electric vehicle maker’s official entry into the country. The Tesla Experience Center is set to launch July 15 at Maker Maxity Mall in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex, according to an invitation seen by CNBC. The 90-minute event will showcase the company’s vehicles … Read more
Earth completed its rotation on July 9 faster than usual, making it one of the shortest days in recorded history, scientists said Wednesday. According to researchers, the planet spun roughly 1.3 to 1.6 milliseconds quicker than the standard 24-hour cycle. The rare acceleration is linked to the Moon’s shifting orbital path, particularly when it moves … Read more
Day one of The Advanced Materials Show 2025 wrapped up successfully Wednesday at the NEC Birmingham, drawing a highly focused and engaged audience of engineers, researchers, and innovators from across the globe. Co-located with The Advanced Ceramics Show, Battery Cells & Systems Expo and Vehicle Electrification Expo, the two-day event offers a dynamic showcase of … Read more
Sony has announced a new State of Play broadcast set for Thursday, July 10, featuring an exclusive 20-minute look at Ghost of Yōtei, the highly anticipated sequel to Ghost of Tsushima. The livestream will begin at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET / 10 p.m. BST / 11 p.m. CEST, and will be hosted … Read more