Tag #Technology

theguardian.com
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Lawsuit Targets Musk's 'Doge' Government Efficiency Program

A lawsuit alleges that Elon Musk's "Doge" government efficiency program violates federal transparency rules by lacking balanced representation, public access, and meeting records, despite having dozens of staffers working out of SpaceX offices and using encrypted communication; the program's leader,...

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theguardian.com
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AI Voice Cloning in Film Sparks Industry Debate

At least two major award contenders used AI voice cloning; "The Brutalist" employed Respeecher to enhance actors' Hungarian dialogue, while a musical used it to improve a singer's vocal range; the horror film "Heretic" notably avoided AI, highlighting ongoing industry debates.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Bitcoin Hits Record High Above $108,000 Amid Trump's Crypto Support

Bitcoin reached a record high of over $108,000 following Trump's inauguration, driven by expectations of continued governmental support for cryptocurrencies, including Trump's launch of meme coins and his previous statements supporting a US strategic Bitcoin reserve.

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cnn.com
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Soma Bags: Solar Backpacks Illuminate Education in Rural Tanzania

Innocent James' Soma Bags company in Tanzania sells 36,000 solar-powered backpacks annually, providing affordable light for children to read at night, replacing kerosene lamps and improving education in areas with limited electricity.

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44% Bias Score

Quality Education
npr.org
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Allen Media Group Replaces Local Meteorologists with The Weather Channel Team

Allen Media Group is replacing local meteorologists at 21 of its TV stations with a centralized team from The Weather Channel in Atlanta by 2025, impacting at least 27 meteorologists and raising concerns about the loss of community-based weather expertise and public safety.

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44% Bias Score

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cnbc.com
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Bank of America Bullish on Four Stocks Ahead of Earnings Season

Bank of America analysts recommend buying Warner Bros Discovery, Birkenstock, Spotify, and United Airlines before their upcoming earnings reports, citing strong revenue growth and positive industry trends; United Airlines is expected to report strong 4Q24 results and guide 1Q25 ahead of consensus on...

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48% Bias Score

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cnbc.com
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Solana's SOL Token Surges 12% Following Launch of Trump-Linked Meme Coin

Solana's SOL token price increased by 12% to $247.76 on Saturday after the launch of a Trump-linked meme coin, "Official Trump," on the Solana blockchain, which quickly gained a market cap exceeding $5 billion. The event followed the Crypto Ball in Washington, D.C., and coincided with the end of Gar...

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40% Bias Score

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smh.com.au
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Marmota's Aurora Tank Gold Project: 73% Increase in Gold Grades

High-precision testing at Marmota Ltd.'s Aurora Tank gold project in South Australia's Gawler Craton increased gold grades by 73%, from 50 g/t to 87 g/t, confirming high-grade potential and boosting confidence for resource estimation and future production. This follows a previous November 2024 annou...

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africa.chinadaily.com.cn
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China's PV Capacity to Surge 10 Percent, Reaching 260-280 GW

UBS forecasts a 10 percent increase in China's photovoltaic installed capacity this year (260-280 GW), driven by State-owned enterprises' efforts to meet 2025 targets, eased by government policies aimed at resolving supply-demand imbalances and preventing hyper-competition.

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32% Bias Score

Affordable and Clean Energy
forbes.com
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Brazilian Consultant Launches Program to Support Solo Entrepreneurs

Jevandro Barros, a Sao Paulo-based consultant, created Projeto Apollo, a community for solo entrepreneurs in Brazil to address the high exit rate among the country's 13.2 million microbusinesses in 2021 by providing mentorship and education in key business areas.

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44% Bias Score

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welt.de
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Digital Services: Ensuring Equal Access Amidst Privacy Concerns

The Hessian State Data Protection Commissioner warns against digital exclusion, as many lack computer or smartphone access, impacting their ability to use essential services; this will be discussed at the European Data Protection Day on January 28th in Berlin.

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dailymail.co.uk
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UK to Use AI to Tackle Rising Pothole Costs

The UK government is using AI to predict potholes before they form, allocating £7 million to AI projects alongside £500 million for road maintenance in 2025-2026, while facing criticism for insufficient funding to tackle the estimated £16 billion pothole repair bill.

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44% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities