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Google may implement paywall, charging for AI access
A new report claims that Google is considering charging users for access to its AI-powered search engine. According to 'people familiar with the plan' cited by The Financial Times, the technology behemoth is considering numerous alternatives. The report states that this includes integrating AI-driven search functionalities into the company's premium subscription services, which already grant users access to its novel Gemini AI assistant in Gmail and Docs.
US bridges at risk, including Golden Gate, Verrazzano
The most recent federal data indicates that at least seven bridges in the United States share comparable dimensions and height to the now-demolished Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore; thus, they, too, are susceptible to a similar catastrophe in the future. The National Bridge Inventory for 2023, conducted by the Federal Highway Administration (FHA), identified several renowned bridges that comprise "fracture critical members," or sections of steel where even a single point failure could result in the structure's total collapse.
Lawyer warns firestick users of inviting potential risks
Experts have cautioned sports fans who attempt to view Premier League football for free using shaky' firesticks against the potential disclosure of their banking information to criminals. Samuel O'Toole, an attorney specialising in intellectual property, said that in addition to the legal risk they expose themselves to, illegal streamers invite an organised criminal gang into their homes through the device.
April’s eclipse may cause 1,000+ car crash fatalities, study warns
Scientists have issued a warning that the April solar eclipse could lead to an increase in fatal automobile collisions. After analysing road traffic data about the 2017 solar eclipse, researchers from the University of Toronto determined that there were over a thousand additional road fatalities in the United States in the three days preceding and following the celestial event.
Lawyer warns ‘dodgy’ firestick users risk losing houses
Experts have cautioned that sports enthusiasts who "jailbreak" an Amazon Firestick to stream Premier League football matches or pay-per-view films unlawfully risk losing their homes in the event of a copyright infringement lawsuit. Dozens of Facebook users claim to provide Firestick login credentials and "unlimited live channels" for as little as £40 per month. In contrast, Sky and TNT sports channels, films and other features cost approximately £100 monthly.
Nvidia introduces AI-powering ‘superchips’
As a result of Nvidia's singular contribution to the AI revolution, which has engulfed the globe since the introduction of ChatGPT in late 2022, the occasion has earned the moniker "AI Woodstock" from Wedbush analyst Dan Ives. It has become an absolute must-attend for major technology companies.
Children first encounter ‘unavoidable’ violence in primary school
Members of parliament have cautioned that the complete impact of the Online Safety Act, which was enacted to enhance protections for minors, might not be apparent for a number of years. According to an Ofcom study, children first encounter violent online content in primary school and come to perceive it as "unavoidable."
Americans’ views on potential TikTok ban mixed
The American public is concerned that while prohibiting TikTok would be highly beneficial for their mental health and productivity, it could also deprive them of a valuable news source. This sentiment is prevalent among today's New Yorkers who are pondering the passage of a bill by Congress that will require the app's Chinese parent company to divest or face a prohibition in the US app salient.
Scientists recreated Earth’s earliest evolution in the lab
Generations of scientists have been devoted to unravelling the mysteries surrounding the origin of life on Earth, and a theory that was once considered fringe has recently garnered considerable traction. According to the 'RNA World' theory, the primordial water of early Earth was rich in the single-stranded sister RNA of DNA, which contains the vital instructions required to maintain life.
Space One rocket explodes after Japan lift-off
It was anticipated that SpaceOne's launch would establish the country as the inaugural private Japanese enterprise to successfully deploy a satellite into orbit, thereby contributing to Japan's advancement in the international space race. A rocket in Japan detonated mere seconds after takeoff, enveloping the explosion area in flames and smoke. After the detonation, charred fragments of the rocket littered the ground, among other debris that descended from the sky.
The REAL reason TikTok fans deleted the addictive app
TikTok may be entering its era of failure, as users have disclosed the motives for their departure from the highly addictive application that experienced a meteoric rise in popularity in recent years. Keilah Bruce, a former TikTok user who frequently neglected domestic responsibilities such as dishes and laundry, claimed that the app's unsettling algorithm began to "read her mind."
Expert decodes dog’s sighs, groans, barks, body language
According to survey results, most dog owners have expressed a desire to communicate with their companions at some stage. Harmony Diers, an authority on dogs, cannot accomplish that, but she can assist you in coming close. Diers, the Dog Ageing Project manager at Texas A&M University, possesses several methodologies for deciphering the messages conveyed by canines.