Please make it stop. Computer Man Former president Donald Trump and multi-hyphenate billionaire Elon Musk have really hit their honeymoon phase. Less than a week ahead of the presidential elections, Trump took the stage at an event in Henderson, Nevada, to subject audiences to characteristically rambling stream of consciousness remarks. During his meandering speech, Trump… Continue reading Confused Trump Says Elon Musk Is “as Good as You Get” in “Terms of Computer”
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Elon Musk’s America PAC Hit With Class Action Lawsuit
Elon Musk’s America PAC and several other defendants, including the reelection campaign for Representative Michelle Steel, a Republican from California, are accused of violating California labor law in a class action lawsuit filed in Orange County on October 30, according to court documents obtained by WIRED. The named plaintiffs, Tamiko Anderson and Patricia Kelly, were… Continue reading Elon Musk’s America PAC Hit With Class Action Lawsuit
The Guy Behind the Fake AI Halloween Parade Listing Says You’ve Got It All Wrong
I appreciate that. We own this mistake. So your name is Nazir Ali, but when you say “we”— We are not going to give you any personal information that might be harmful for us. Everyone is writing about us, and they are telling us that we are scammers. Would you be comfortable telling me about… Continue reading The Guy Behind the Fake AI Halloween Parade Listing Says You’ve Got It All Wrong
Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year
If you’re wondering what happened to Amazon’s new and improved version of its Alexa voice assistant, you’re not alone. Bloomberg reports that the new Alexa is still stuck in its developmental phase and Amazon has cut off access to its beta phase including its new “Let’s Chat” phase. As a result, a planned late 2024… Continue reading Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year
Disney forms dedicated AI and XR group to coordinate company-wide use and adoption
Disney is adding another layer to its AI and extended reality strategies. As first reported by Reuters, the company recently formed a dedicated emerging technologies unit. Dubbed the Office of Technology Enablement, the group will coordinate the company’s exploration, adoption and use of artificial intelligence, AR and VR tech. It has tapped Jamie Voris, previously… Continue reading Disney forms dedicated AI and XR group to coordinate company-wide use and adoption
Greg Hildebrandt, iconic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings artist, has died at 85
One of fantasy and sci-fi’s all-time greats has passed away. Artist Greg Hildebrandt, known for his iconic work on Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Marvel and Magic: The Gathering, died on Thursday at 85. He and his twin brother Tim, who died in 2006, were a powerhouse duo — the Brothers Hildebrandt — until… Continue reading Greg Hildebrandt, iconic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings artist, has died at 85
Instagram reorganizes message requests for creators
A new update for Instagram posted earlier today could fix one of the most frustrating problems for creators. Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, announced a new filtering update on Instagram for creators’ inboxes. Instagram users with a creator-designated account can now filter message requests in their inbox based on its sender in a similar… Continue reading Instagram reorganizes message requests for creators
Audible is offering three months for $3 in an early Black Friday deal
Audible is offering a sweet promotion as an early Black Friday deal, allowing new users to sign up for three months of its Premium Plus plan for just $3. That breaks down to $1 per month. It’s only for new users, so anyone who has previously dipped their toes in the Audible waters are out… Continue reading Audible is offering three months for $3 in an early Black Friday deal
Hyundai’s cutesy Inster EV doesn’t need to be quick
/ This extra-small SUV has good electric range for its size but no plans for release in the US. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Share this story This will… Continue reading Hyundai’s cutesy Inster EV doesn’t need to be quick
Toyota to buy clean power from a $1.1 billion solar farm in Texas
https://unsplash.com/photos/solar-panels-on-green-field-513dBrMJ_5w Enbridge, a Canadian energy company, just announced it’s moving forward with an 815-megawatt (MW) solar project called Sequoia in Texas. When it’s done, it’ll be one of the largest solar farms in North America. The project’s price tag is a hefty $1.1 billion. Enbridge’s Sequoia, around 150 miles west of Dallas, has already landed… Continue reading Toyota to buy clean power from a $1.1 billion solar farm in Texas