Author: Zayne Pham

King Charles Salutes the Irish Guards in the Rain King Charles caused concern among royal fans during today’s Trooping the Colour ceremony as he stood in the rain to salute the Irish Guards. The event, marking the King’s official birthday, saw the monarch standing for an extended period despite the inclement weather, which sparked worries about his health among his admirers. “It’s a long old day for King Charles to stand in the rain tbh,” one social media user wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. Another fan expressed their concern, saying, “Why is the king standing in the rain…

Voyager 1: Fully Operational and Reporting For Duty In November 2023, Voyager 1 encountered a major problem when it began sending back unintelligible data, a situation that caused considerable concern among NASA engineers. The issue was traced to the flight data subsystem (FDS), which is responsible for packaging data for transmission to Earth. Given that Voyager 1 is over 15 billion miles from Earth, any communication involves a 45-hour round trip, making diagnostics and repairs particularly challenging. By April 2024, the engineering team managed to partially resolve the issue, restoring the spacecraft’s ability to send back health and status information.…

The Origins of the “Godfather” Title Hinton recalls the moment he was christened the “godfather” of AI during a meeting with fellow AI researchers, including Andrew Ng. “It wasn’t intended as complimentary, I don’t think,” Hinton said, reflecting on how his seniority and assertiveness in the discussion earned him the nickname. Today, Hinton uses his influence to raise awareness about the potential dangers of AI surpassing human intelligence. Hinton highlights the significant advancements in AI, pointing to the progression from OpenAI’s GPT-3 to GPT-4 as an example. “GPT-4 is quite a lot smarter. It answers a whole bunch of questions…

Key Highlights from the ASUS Meeting Addressing Past RMA Failures Gamers Nexus’ series on ASUS’ RMA issues began with the “ASUS Scammed Us” video, continued with “ASUS Says We’re ‘Confused,’” and culminated in “ASUS Already On Government’s Radar for Warranty Issues.” These videos exposed systemic problems in ASUS’ customer support, prompting the company to engage directly with Gamers Nexus to discuss improvements. The primary goal was to obtain on-record commitments from ASUS to enhance their RMA practices. Firm Commitments from ASUS During the discussions, ASUS made several promises to rectify past issues and improve future customer interactions: How to Reprocess…

The Pope’s Call for Ethical AI Pope Francis, invited by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, addressed a special session on the ethical implications of AI. In his speech, he emphasized the necessity of keeping AI human-centric. He warned that failing to do so could dehumanize society, turning human relations into mere algorithms. “We need to ensure and safeguard a space for proper human control over the choices made by artificial intelligence programs,” the pope stated. “Human dignity itself depends on it.” The pontiff likened AI to primitive tools and nuclear energy, highlighting its dual potential for self-improvement and violence. He…

Why the Delay Matters The Recall feature, designed to take periodic screenshots of users’ screens and store them in a searchable database, has faced severe criticism for potential security and privacy risks. Experts warn that the feature could inadvertently expose confidential materials, passwords, and other sensitive data. In light of these concerns, Microsoft has decided to further test Recall through its Windows Insider Program before a broader release. In an updated blog post, Microsoft emphasized its commitment to providing a secure and reliable experience for all users. “This decision is rooted in our commitment to providing a trusted, secure, and…

A Faithful Adaptation with a Modern Twist The trailer showcases an animation style that, while not a perfect replica of Gibbons’ intricate artwork, captures the essence of the original comic’s aesthetic. The narrative appears to remain faithful to the source material, as evidenced by the inclusion of iconic scenes such as Doctor Manhattan’s presence in Vietnam and Rorschach’s investigations. The stylistic choice aims to blend the original comic’s gritty realism with the fluidity of modern animation, offering both nostalgia for long-time fans and a new visual experience for newcomers. One intriguing detail revealed in the trailer is the inclusion of…

Major Improvements for Galaxy Z Flip 6 The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to introduce several enhancements: Disappointing Price Hike Despite these improvements, the pricing for the Galaxy Z Flip 6 has not been well-received: Samsung is not only increasing the price of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 but also the Galaxy Z Fold 6: Phone model256GB of storage512GB of storage1TB of storageGalaxy Fold-$1,980-Galaxy Z Fold 2$1,999–Galaxy Z Fold 3$1,799$1,899-Galaxy Z Fold 4$1,799$1,899-Galaxy Z Fold 5$1,799$1,919$2,159Galaxy Z Fold 6$1,799 (Expected prices)$1,999 (Expected prices)$2,199 (Expected prices) Is the Price Hike Justified? The price hikes raise questions about whether the improvements…

A New Adventure in Italy In “My Spy: The Eternal City,” Sophie (Chloe Coleman) is now a teenager whose high school choir is selected for a prestigious tour in Italy. The tour includes a performance for the Pope in Vatican City. JJ (Dave Bautista), seeing this as a golden opportunity to bond with his stepdaughter, volunteers to chaperone the trip. However, what begins as a cultural and bonding experience quickly turns into a high-stakes adventure. The storyline takes the characters through the canals of Venice, the historic bridges of Florence, and the ancient sites of Rome. Amidst these picturesque settings,…

Musk’s Allegations Against OpenAI In February 2023, Musk filed a lawsuit alleging that OpenAI, the organization he co-founded in 2015, had strayed from its altruistic goals to focus on profit-making. Musk argued that OpenAI’s transition to a for-profit model, including partnerships with major corporations like Microsoft, was contrary to its founding principles. The lawsuit sought a jury trial and demanded that Altman and other OpenAI executives return any profits made from these ventures. OpenAI quickly countered Musk’s accusations, labeling the lawsuit as “incoherent” and “frivolous.” The organization published several of Musk’s emails from its early days, which appeared to show…