Leading scientists warn advanced artificial intelligence could threaten humanity’s future. New research shows potential risks from superintelligent systems. Experts fear losing control over AI smarter than humans. This technology might develop goals conflicting with human survival. Preventing such outcomes requires urgent global cooperation. (Existential Risk and AI Safety) Major tech firms and governments recognize the…
**Headline: Google Future Questioned As Antitrust Pressure Mounts** (Will Google Split? The Future Under Antitrust Pressure) Google faces serious questions about its future structure. Intense legal pressure from governments worldwide pushes this issue. Major antitrust lawsuits target the company’s core businesses. These cases could force significant changes. US authorities lead the charge. The Justice Department…
Google employees form groups to support each other and build community. These groups are called Employee Resource Groups, or ERGs. Google has many ERGs. These groups help people connect based on shared experiences or backgrounds. For example, some groups focus on women, veterans, people of color, or LGBTQ+ employees. Other groups support people with disabilities…
Is Google a Utility or Ad Giant? Debate Intensifies (Is Google a utility or an advertising company?) MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIFORNIA – A critical question faces regulators and users: is Google a public necessity like electricity or water, or is it fundamentally an advertising company? The distinction carries major implications for oversight and the company’s future….
Facebook Launches New Feature for Language Practice (Facebook Launches Language Learning Partner Feature) MENLO PARK, Calif. – Facebook today introduced a new tool designed to help users learn languages. The feature connects people who want to practice speaking different languages. It is called “Language Learning Partner.” This tool matches users based on the languages they…
Facebook introduces new safety features for Facebook Dating. The company wants people to feel secure while looking for meaningful relationships. These updates give users more control over their experience. (Facebook Dating safety features) Users can now add extra verification steps to their Dating profile. This helps confirm they are real people. Verified profiles get a…
Facebook now offers book clubs. The company announced this new feature today. Users can create or join book clubs directly on Facebook. These clubs will exist inside Facebook Groups. Members choose books together. They set reading schedules. Discussions happen in dedicated spaces. (Facebook launches book clubs) The feature includes tools for chapter talks. Users can…
Facebook now helps people buy, sell, and trade sports cards on Facebook Marketplace. This new feature is available across the United States. It lets collectors connect directly using the popular buying and selling platform. (Facebook Marketplace Adds Sports Card Trading) Sports card collecting is a big hobby for many people. Facebook Marketplace is already a…
Facebook now offers special courses for users wanting to make tutorial videos. The social media company announced this new feature today. These courses are called Facebook Interest Courses. They are available inside the Facebook app. (Facebook Launches Interest Courses for Users to Create Tutorial Videos) The goal is to help regular people share their skills….
Elon Musk announced a major new development for Twitter today. Twitter will build a “Collective Consciousness Functionality.” This feature aims to summarize diverse global viewpoints on trending topics. Musk stated this directly addresses his goal of making Twitter a digital public square. (Musk: Twitter Will Develop Collective Consciousness Functionality) The planned system uses advanced algorithms….