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Digital life
fromdiacritical
14 hours ago

From Messages to Conversations: AI Agents are Changing how we Find Culture

Automated web traffic has surged, with AI bots now significantly outnumbering human visitors, impacting arts organizations and cultural discovery.
Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
7 hours ago

This AI startup raised $4.5 million to help marketers fine-tune campaigns and monitor rivals. Read its pitch deck.

Pomo uses AI to enhance ad performance by automating data analysis and providing actionable insights for marketers.
Information security
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

Anthropic Mythos model can find and exploit 0-days

AI model Mythos can generate zero-day vulnerabilities, surpassing human capabilities, but Anthropic chose not to release it to prevent widespread exploitation.
Digital life
fromdiacritical
14 hours ago

From Messages to Conversations: AI Agents are Changing how we Find Culture

Automated web traffic has surged, with AI bots now significantly outnumbering human visitors, impacting arts organizations and cultural discovery.
Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
7 hours ago

This AI startup raised $4.5 million to help marketers fine-tune campaigns and monitor rivals. Read its pitch deck.

Pomo uses AI to enhance ad performance by automating data analysis and providing actionable insights for marketers.
Information security
fromTheregister
19 hours ago

Anthropic Mythos model can find and exploit 0-days

AI model Mythos can generate zero-day vulnerabilities, surpassing human capabilities, but Anthropic chose not to release it to prevent widespread exploitation.
Digital life
fromEarth911
7 hours ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
OMG science
fromThe Atlantic
19 hours ago

An Incredibly Weird Time to Be Alive

The overview effect profoundly alters perception of Earth, revealing unity and fragility, as experienced by astronauts and observers.
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
13 hours ago

The 10-Hour 'Non-Diet' That Improves Sleep, Energy, and Metabolism

Eating within a 10-to-12 hour window aligned with circadian rhythms can enhance health and prevent metabolic issues.
OMG science
fromBig Think
12 hours ago

To alien eyes, Earth looks deceptively peaceful

Earth is the only known planet with life, but also with conflict and destruction, presenting a complex reality from different perspectives.
Digital life
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 hours ago

I quit my software engineering job to help seniors with tech. I assist them with things like recovering photos and bank accounts.

Adrian Amora transitioned from software engineering to a tech concierge role to enhance job satisfaction and help older adults with technology.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Looksmaxxing: Self-Improvement Can Turn Into Self-Rejection

Self-esteem linked to appearance leads to instability and mental health issues, while sustainable growth comes from self-acceptance rather than external ideals.
Wellness
fromBustle
1 day ago

Aryna Sabalenka Never Plays A Match Without This Good Luck Charm

Aryna Sabalenka, ranked No. 1, celebrates her Miami Open win with a pizza night after achieving the 'Sunshine Double'.
EU data protection
fromFortune
2 hours ago

Microsoft Prez Proposes Data Sharing/Privacy Steps In Wake Of EU Action | Fortune

The EU court's ruling disrupts 15 years of data-sharing practices, necessitating a new trans-Atlantic agreement for data privacy and security.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Apps
8 hours ago

Former Meta engineer probed over 30,000 private Facebook photos

A former Meta engineer is under investigation for extracting 30,000 private Facebook photos by bypassing security checks.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
10 hours ago

Russia's GRU hacked cheap routers across the Global South to harvest government credentials at scale - Silicon Canals

Russian hackers compromised thousands of routers globally, exploiting vulnerabilities for espionage, targeting government and business entities in various regions.
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
10 hours ago

Russia's GRU hacked cheap routers across the Global South to harvest government credentials at scale - Silicon Canals

Russian hackers compromised thousands of routers globally, exploiting vulnerabilities for espionage, targeting government and business entities in various regions.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
9 hours ago

Big Tech's hiring boom is over. 2 charts show where its workforce stands now.

Big Tech's workforce remains stable despite over 100,000 layoffs since 2022, with headcounts largely unchanged from 2022 levels.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

OpenAI releases a new safety blueprint to address the rise in child sexual exploitation | TechCrunch

OpenAI has introduced a Child Safety Blueprint to combat AI-enabled child exploitation and enhance child protection efforts in the U.S.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
EU data protection
fromeuronews
2 hours ago

Orban's Fidesz bypassing Meta's advertising rules, researchers warn

Hungary's ruling party, Fidesz, is circumventing a ban on political ads on Meta platforms ahead of national elections.
Tech industry
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 hours ago

Azure customers up in arms over 'full' UK South region | Computer Weekly

Microsoft Azure is facing capacity issues in the UK South region, affecting virtual machine availability and customer migrations.
UX design
fromThe Verge
9 hours ago

Why Microsoft's war on Windows' Control Panel is taking so long

Microsoft is gradually migrating Control Panel items to the Settings app in Windows 11, focusing on design clarity and user experience.
Tech industry
fromGSMArena.com
4 hours ago

Samsung issues record-breaking Q1 earnings guidance

Samsung expects over $38 billion in Q1 2026 operating profits, driven by its semiconductor division, marking a 753% increase from Q1 2025.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
14 hours ago

Google says its AI-powered ads help some brands lift online sales by 80%

Google's AI-powered ad tools are showing measurable results, with significant revenue growth and new ad formats being tested in AI search products.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromForbes
7 hours ago

Do First Impressions Still Matter In A Remote-First Workforce?

Remote work has become a standard expectation, raising concerns about professionalism and communication standards during the hiring process.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
3 hours ago

3 Ways Remote Work Exposes People-Pleasing Habits

Remote work can intensify people-pleasing behaviors, leading to increased anxiety and pressure to remain constantly available.
Remote teams
fromForbes
7 hours ago

Do First Impressions Still Matter In A Remote-First Workforce?

Remote work has become a standard expectation, raising concerns about professionalism and communication standards during the hiring process.
Remote teams
fromPsychology Today
3 hours ago

3 Ways Remote Work Exposes People-Pleasing Habits

Remote work can intensify people-pleasing behaviors, leading to increased anxiety and pressure to remain constantly available.
#premier-league
English Premier League
from101GREATGOALS.COM
7 hours ago

The Premier League relegation battle: we predict who will slip into the Championship

Four teams are battling relegation in the Premier League, with each facing unique challenges and opportunities in their final games.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
17 hours ago

Premier League secures fifth spot for next season's UCL - could Brentford or Everton snatch it?

The Premier League secures an additional Champions League spot, allowing at least five teams to qualify next season.
English Premier League
from101GREATGOALS.COM
7 hours ago

The Premier League relegation battle: we predict who will slip into the Championship

Four teams are battling relegation in the Premier League, with each facing unique challenges and opportunities in their final games.
English Premier League
fromESPN.com
17 hours ago

Premier League secures fifth spot for next season's UCL - could Brentford or Everton snatch it?

The Premier League secures an additional Champions League spot, allowing at least five teams to qualify next season.
Marketing tech
fromThe Globe and Mail
10 hours ago

Opinion: Ads are coming to AI chats. Behold as the Internet is ruined all over again

OpenAI is expanding its advertising efforts in AI, following trends set by social media companies to generate revenue.
#andy-reid
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
8 hours ago

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Finds Thousands of Zero-Day Flaws Across Major Systems

Anthropic's Project Glasswing uses Claude Mythos to identify and address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, surpassing human capabilities in some instances.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
13 hours ago

Who Needs 'Corrosive Intermediaries' Anyway? | AdExchanger

Publishers face significant challenges but can innovate to improve their position in the programmatic supply chain.
Social media marketing
fromFortune
3 hours ago

China is going after fake expert influencers, and the FTC's new five-year plan seems to lay the same groundwork | Fortune

Regulatory agencies in China and the U.S. are cracking down on influencer misinformation in health, finance, and education.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

11 new books in April offer a chance to step inside someone else's world

Books provide an alternative to doomscrolling, offering perspectives on anxiety, corruption, and reality.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
7 hours ago

Unionized ProPublica staff are on strike over AI, layoffs, and wages

ProPublica employees are striking for 24 hours to negotiate key issues including AI use, job protections, and wages.
#mlb
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
18 hours ago

7 Best Chain Restaurants To Visit For Brunch, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Brunch combines breakfast and lunch dishes, offering variety and convenience for different preferences.
Books
fromSFGATE
7 hours ago

'I was just riveted': Plane crashes, dark tech inspire SF book of the year

Kate Folk's novel 'Sky Daddy' explores a woman's obsession with planes and her struggle for connection in a modern, isolating world.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
8 hours ago

The Patron Saint of Oddballs and Delinquents

Nancy Lemann's works capture the eccentricities and decay of New Orleans life, highlighting her unique observational style.
Food & drink
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 hours ago

I tried Arby's new 'Top Chef'-approved French Dip Royale sandwich. It levels up a classic.

Kristen Kish collaborates with Arby's to promote an upgraded French dip sandwich, enhancing nostalgia and flavor.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Children's author Philip Stead chats about his new book

Bernadette embarks on a quest to find a missing goat to save her friend and prevent the king from eating turtle stew.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 hours ago

The Best Store-Bought Take-And-Bake Pizza Is A Cheese Lover's Dream Come True - Tasting Table

Whole Foods Market Kitchens Three Cheese Deli Pizza is highly praised for its flavor, cheese quantity, and overall quality, making it a top choice for frozen pizzas.
Wine
fromInsideHook
8 hours ago

Beyond Zinfandel: The Grapes Thriving in Dry Creek Valley

Dry Creek Valley offers a diverse range of wines beyond Zinfandel, showcasing various grape varieties and a vibrant winemaking culture.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

How to make your home shockproof when energy prices go wild

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs by installing solar panels and heat pumps, leading to lower electricity and gas expenses.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Non-survivable': heatwaves are already breaching human limits, with worse to come, study finds

Extreme heat is creating non-survivable conditions for humans, especially older individuals, during heatwaves that have already caused thousands of deaths.
Wine
fromInsideHook
11 hours ago

Why Some Distillers Are Selling Whiskey Straight Off the Still

Witchmark distillery emphasizes quality from the start, offering Single Origin New Make Spirit while their whisky matures.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Sali Hughes on beauty: delicious designer scents without the exorbitant price tag

Essential Parfums offers affordable, high-quality fragrances with sustainable practices, challenging the overpriced niche fragrance market.
US politics
fromJezebel
9 hours ago

ICE Prepares to Deport the Wife of U.S. Army Sergeant About to Deploy

Annie Ramos was released from ICE custody likely due to public pressure, but her immigration status remains uncertain.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

After 15 years, I'm leaving Trump's America and coming home to Australia. It feels like an escape | Simon Adams

Americans face economic struggles while military spending increases, leading to dissatisfaction with leadership and a decline in civil liberties.
Real Madrid
from101GREATGOALS.COM
5 hours ago

Real Madrid facing trophyless season and paying the price for shortsighted decision to sack Alonso

Real Madrid struggles to find a suitable replacement after Xabi Alonso's departure amid internal conflicts and poor performance.
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
7 hours ago

Insider sheds light on reasons why Islanders moved on from Roy

The New York Islanders have hired Peter DeBoer as head coach amid rising tensions and to better support goalie Ilya Sorokin.
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