6 takeaways from the OpenAI senate hearing
Apparently, one of generative AI’s extraordinary capabilities is unifying politicians, the public, and the private sector in regulating it. We saw that today in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing about how to govern AI. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, IBM chief privacy and trust officer Christina Montgomery, and NYU emeritus professor Gary Marcus testified in front […]
Shocking: Congress seemed to actually understand AI's potential risks during hearing
AI just had its big day on Capitol Hill. Sam Altman, who is the CEO of ChatGPT’s parent company OpenAI, and a figurehead for the current AI discourse, appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee‘s subcommittee on privacy, technology, and the law for the first time Tuesday. Members of Congress pressed Altman, as well as IBM […]
This EV tax credit loophole lets more people benefit. Here’s how.
New rules regarding the sourcing of battery materials went into effect in April, and, as planned, eligibility for EV tax rebates plunged. Just a tiny sample of the EVs on the market right now — mostly just the ones from U.S. automakers — qualify to save thousands of dollars. That’s the situation for buyers who […]
TikTok finally lets creators cash in on their viral effects
Since 2020, TikTok creators have been able to monetize their content through the Creator Fund, providing a revenue stream for videos that get a lot of views. But for the first time, the short video app is providing a path to financial rewards for another key creative force in TikTok culture: effects creators. Today (May […]
Google Calendar and Microsoft Outlook are syncing up. Kind of.
Do you, like so many people, use Google Calendar for your personal life and Microsoft Outlook for your work life? Or do you use Google Calendar and struggle to send invites to your Microsoft Outlook peers? Do you work endlessly to schedule anything while flipping between the two apps? A solution is finally available. Google […]
Google will delete inactive accounts this year
Google announced Tuesday that this year it would begin deleting accounts that had been inactive for at least two years. The reasoning behind the decision, Google said, is security. “If an account hasn’t been used for an extended period of time, it is more likely to be compromised,” Google said in a statement. “This is […]
Two portable JBL speakers are on sale at Amazon for all your summer needs
As of May 16, two portable JBL Bluetooth speakers are on sale at Amazon for up to 22% off. Check out the deals below. BEST CLIP-ON SPEAKER DEAL: The JBL Clip 3 features a built-in carabiner that allows you to take it everywhere you go. $39.95 $49.95 (save 20%) BEST WATERPROOF SPEAKER DEAL: The JBL […]
Amazon Fire 2 Series TVs are now $50 off
Smart TVs are a great way to enjoy streaming, air TV, and play games on one device. If you’ve been looking for one that won’t break your budget, feast your eyes on these Amazon Fire TV 2 Series deals as of May 16. 32-INCH AMAZON FIRE TV: The Amazon Fire TV 2 Series (32-inch) saves […]
Apple may have leaked the name of its mixed reality operating system
Apple’s launching a new operating system soon, and it’s probably going to be called “xrOS.” Apple’s xrOS will power the company’s upcoming mixed reality headset, likely to be unveiled at Apple WWDC in June. While the news isn’t official yet, the name was all but confirmed by a wordmark registered with the New Zealand Intellectual […]
Save 68% on a flexible tripod that works with all your devices
TL;DR: As of May 16, get the ADURO U-Stream Flex Tripod for only $15.99 — a 68% discount on list price. Tripods are useful tools if you want a stable shot without holding your camera, but they’re also bulky and not great for uneven ground or taking pictures at unique angles. Check out the ADURO […]