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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Good Bacteria: KTU Scientist Identifies Common Mistakes in Probiotic Use

A Kaunas University of Technology professor discusses misuses of probiotics and emphasizes their importance in maintaining gut health.

Mar 23 • 06:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Live Protein on Graphene. Can We Use Photosynthesis to Produce Electricity?

The article discusses the potential of harnessing photosynthesis to generate electricity and solar fuels, an idea that has intrigued scientists for some time.

Mar 22 • 18:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Solar AC: Will run on sunlight, know...

Solar AC is becoming a smart way to reduce electricity bills through the use of solar panels and hybrid technology for cooling during the day.

Mar 22 • 03:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

What is the capability of AI in phone reception? Introduction of lawyers and representatives of municipalities

The article discusses the emerging use of AI in handling telephone reception services and its implications for job and daily life.

Mar 22 • 01:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The 'rebound effect' of sleep apps: when monitoring sleep can generate more stress

The increased use of sleep monitoring apps may lead to more stress for insomniacs rather than improved sleep.

Mar 21 • 21:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

New organizational paradigm: how AI transforms talent search in companies

Companies increasingly use AI technology in talent recruitment processes, offering both advantages and challenges.

Mar 20 • 17:34 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Netanyahu Couldn’t Prove He’s Alive. People Are Losing the Ability to Distinguish Reality from AI

A survey indicates that nearly 40% of people use artificial intelligence weekly, leading to challenges in distinguishing AI-generated content from reality.

Mar 20 • 16:12 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Digital Door Lock: Is the smart lock bringing danger? Know these urgent matters before using a digital door lock

The article discusses the safety concerns surrounding the use of smart locks, especially in light of recent incidents in Indore, India.

Mar 20 • 15:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The world's first self-balancing electric motorcycle goes into mass production

A new electric motorcycle aims to change how we think about and use two-wheeled transport by preventing falls, as the company OMOWAY announces mass production of their OMO X model.

Mar 20 • 15:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

You have received a new voicemail – it reported how voicemail is used in Lithuania

A report highlights the evolution and current use of voicemail technology in Lithuania, illustrating its transition from simple answering machines to sophisticated digital services.

Mar 20 • 08:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

How the humanoid robot designed to identify targets and use weapons in wars works

An American company is developing a humanoid robot, Phantom-01, designed for military applications, capable of autonomous operations including target identification.

Mar 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Júlia Nueno, researcher of genocide in Gaza: "AI accelerates wars because it predicts culprits without committing a crime"

Júlia Nueno, a researcher examining the use of AI in military contexts, discusses how such technology may exacerbate conflicts by identifying potential culprits before any crime has been committed.

Mar 20 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

First Data Protection sanction to a school for improper use of Google in classrooms: 'It is used for purposes beyond the educational sphere'

Spain's data protection agency has issued its first individual sanction to a school for misusing Google management platform, violating regulations regarding minors' personal information.

Mar 20 • 01:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Patricio Ochoa, longevity expert: 'Using Bluetooth headphones is like putting a microwave on your head, but less dramatic'

Patricio Ochoa, a longevity expert, compares the use of Bluetooth headphones to placing a microwave on one's head due to similar electromagnetic waves, but notes the actual impact is much less severe.

Mar 19 • 19:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Essex Police pauses use of facial recognition cameras due to racial bias concerns

Essex Police has halted the deployment of live facial recognition cameras amidst concerns regarding racial bias in the identification process.

Mar 19 • 19:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why You Should Be Careful with This Type of Cell Phone Chargers

Leaving cell phone chargers plugged in when not in use can lead to higher electricity bills and fire hazards.

Mar 19 • 17:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Essex police pause facial recognition camera use after study finds racial bias

Essex police have halted the use of live facial recognition technology following a study that highlighted significant racial bias against black individuals.

Mar 19 • 15:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Parents Talking to Their Daughter Through CCTV Cameras... This Video Will Touch Your Heart

A touching story about a daughter and her parents who use CCTV cameras, initially installed for security, to maintain their emotional connection despite living in different cities.

Mar 19 • 10:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry of the Interior is considering the use of drones to respond to challenges

The Estonian Ministry of the Interior is exploring the use of drones in the daily operations of police and rescue services.

Mar 19 • 08:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Radars Can Now Measure Heartbeats from a Distance, and Science Debates How to Use This Without Invading Privacy

Researchers have developed radar technology capable of measuring heartbeats from a distance, sparking discussions about privacy implications.

Mar 19 • 08:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Video: This is how Ukraine's famous interceptor drone strikes, which is now wanted in the Middle East

The Ukrainian Wild Hornets company has developed a Sting interceptor drone capable of dropping Russian Shahed drones at high speeds, which is now being sought for use in the Middle East.

Mar 19 • 05:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Moscow Darkened – The Use of Finnish Technology Exploded

Text messaging has surged dramatically in Moscow due to disruptions in mobile internet services, attributed to Finnish technology.

Mar 19 • 00:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Argentina has to get out of the box": the UIA's diagnosis on the use of AI in the country

The President of the Argentine Industrial Union (UIA) presented a national diagnosis of AI, highlighting the need for Argentina to leverage AI to enhance productivity, while acknowledging existing disparities.

Mar 18 • 16:28 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

High-Performance Computers: When Supercomputers Age

The supercomputer 'Hawk', once the fastest in Europe, is being retired but not discarded, as it is set to be repurposed for continued use.

Mar 18 • 14:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

‘Use it as a guide, rather than a judgement tool’ – these sleep trackers shouldn’t stress you out

Sleep trackers can be useful for identifying sleep patterns, though they should not induce stress by overemphasizing numbers and scores.

Mar 18 • 11:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Growing Demand for AI Prompt Engineers - High Salary and Emerging Career

The article discusses the rising demand for AI prompt engineers in India due to the increasing use of AI tools across various fields.

Mar 18 • 04:54 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Manitoba bill targets technology that could alter grocery prices for some shoppers

The Manitoba government is proposing a bill to ban predatory pricing practices in grocery stores, ensuring shoppers pay the same price regardless of personal data use.

Mar 17 • 22:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Firefighters use drone, boats, and thermal camera in search for woman swept away by floodwaters in Marginal Botafogo

Firefighters in Goiânia are using advanced technology in their ongoing search for a woman swept away by floodwaters in the Marginal Botafogo area.

Mar 17 • 14:10 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Defence Ministry launches A1 Defense AI Center to accelerate AI use in warfare – video

Ukraine's Defence Ministry has established the A1 Defense AI Center to expedite technological innovation in military operations.

Mar 17 • 10:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Jabra made nearly perfect headphones - The only problem is the price

The Jabra Evolve 3 series headphones offer excellent quality for professional use, but their high pricing is considered too extreme by some.

Mar 17 • 05:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Aleksandra Przegalińska: Dual-use solutions could be Poland's specialty

Aleksandra Przegalińska expresses disappointment in OpenAI's evolution, highlighting concerns over its alignment with big tech and potential ethical issues.

Mar 17 • 03:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The risk of following the Middle East conflict live on AI-made platforms: 'It makes it seem almost like a video game'

The article discusses the increasing use of AI-generated platforms that provide live coverage of the Middle East conflict, comparing it to a video game experience.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI in Poland is used more at home than at work. Companies lag behind

A new study reveals that Poles predominantly use artificial intelligence for personal purposes, while corporate adoption remains low.

Mar 16 • 03:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI in Poland: First at Home, Then at Work. Companies Can't Keep Up

A recent study reveals that Poles primarily use artificial intelligence for personal purposes, with minimal integration into their professional environments.

Mar 16 • 03:56 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Your smartphone has a metal detector: here's how you can use it

Smartphones can function as metal detectors using their built-in sensors, allowing users to locate metal objects in everyday situations.

Mar 15 • 09:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Remote surgery for cancer, identity verification at parcel terminals, and 'WhatsApp' for children. Technology news

Meta introduces a new feature for WhatsApp that allows children under the age of 13 to use the platform with parent-controlled accounts.

Mar 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How Argentines Use Technology Today and Which Apps Are the Favorites

A recent study reveals that Argentina leads in the adoption of financial service apps but lags behind in other tech areas compared to its regional neighbors.

Mar 15 • 03:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Late-night autonomous taxis in Gangnam to charge fares starting April…only base fare applied

Starting in April, late-night autonomous taxis operating in the Gangnam area will transition to a paid service, charging a base fee depending on the time of use.

Mar 15 • 02:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

A spider-shaped robot that builds houses in a day

A new spider-shaped robot named Charlotte can construct a 200 m² house within 24 hours without the use of cement, showcasing innovative technology for both Earth and potential extraterrestrial habitats.

Mar 15 • 00:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Testing the War of the Future: The First Combat Humanoids Arrive in Ukraine

Ukraine has received two Phantom MK-1 humanoid robots for military use as part of an ongoing test of robotic soldiers in combat conditions.

Mar 14 • 11:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

MEC recommends banning AI in early childhood education and advises against facial recognition in schools

Brazil's Ministry of Education recommends banning artificial intelligence in early childhood education and discourages the use of facial recognition technology in schools.

Mar 13 • 22:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

AI in Warfare: More Speed, More Data... and More Human Responsibility

The article discusses the use of AI in military operations by the U.S. Army, emphasizing its role in enhancing efficiency without replacing the necessity for human judgment.

Mar 13 • 15:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women with protective measures can use an emergency button app in Marabá, PA

Marabá, Brazil, has launched an emergency button app named 'Aplicativo ANA' designed to aid women with protective measures against violence by improving response times from local authorities.

Mar 13 • 14:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Situation ongoing in Parliament - Jussi Halla-aho marched into the social and health committee room

A heated debate is taking place in the Finnish Parliament's social and health committee over a government proposal regarding the use of technology in social services, which is criticized for potentially being unconstitutional.

Mar 13 • 09:31 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war

China has revealed advancements in AI-enhanced radar technology aimed at countering sophisticated drone swarms that challenge current detection systems, particularly in light of their use in the Iran conflict.

Mar 13 • 09:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In Estonia, new technologies are increasingly used in seal research

Research on seals in Estonia is making use of new technologies for identification and monitoring of the animals.

Mar 13 • 07:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Big update in WhatsApp, users will have to use AI simply

WhatsApp has introduced a significant update allowing users to easily access AI features through a new Meta AI Tab.

Mar 13 • 04:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Álex González and Alba Planas, stars of 'Day One': 'It's your responsibility to learn to use AI so you aren't the one being used'

Actors Álex González and Alba Planas discuss their roles in the upcoming thriller 'Day One', which explores the dangers of technology and artificial intelligence.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Cybercriminals are working with industrial openness

The use of artificial intelligence is increasingly presenting both assistance and threats, revealing a new form of global fraud.

Mar 12 • 22:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Option 'Chemistry', use of AI... Tinder wants to offer 'more relevant' connections to its users

Tinder is introducing new features aimed at providing more relevant match suggestions using advanced user insights and AI technology.

Mar 12 • 19:01 UTC

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