π» A big screen experience //
WhatsApp is launching a brand-new desktop app for Windows with improved performance and calling features. Now linking to a smartphone is not required.
The app is already available for download.
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WhatsApp is launching a brand-new desktop app for Windows with improved performance and calling features. Now linking to a smartphone is not required.
The app is already available for download.
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WhatsApp unveils new Windows client with enhanced calling features and multi-device sync
Now linking to a smartphone is not required.
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Friday! Yay! What's new?
// Objaverse: a virtual world for AI with 800k props
https://durovscode.com/3543
// Hivemapper moves 1 million kilometers closer to beating Google Maps
https://durovscode.com/3544
π TON: $2,17 | BTC: $28,3K
// Objaverse: a virtual world for AI with 800k props
https://durovscode.com/3543
// Hivemapper moves 1 million kilometers closer to beating Google Maps
https://durovscode.com/3544
π TON: $2,17 | BTC: $28,3K
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πΊπΈ Testing TikTok's Mettle //
Congress remains unconvinced of TikTok's safety for US users, amidst concerns over data privacy, Chinese government influence, and harmful content, leading to potential banning of the app.
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Congress remains unconvinced of TikTok's safety for US users, amidst concerns over data privacy, Chinese government influence, and harmful content, leading to potential banning of the app.
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TikTok CEO grilled by US lawmakers in congressional hearing
U.S. lawmakers questioned TikTok's CEO on Chinese influence and harm to children's mental health, reflecting concerns over the app's power.
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π¦Ύ Revolutionizing AI //
OpenAI offers limited alpha access to ChatGPT plugins, allowing real-time information retrieval and actions, with plans to expand access to developers beyond ChatGPT and seek community-based feedback.
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OpenAI offers limited alpha access to ChatGPT plugins, allowing real-time information retrieval and actions, with plans to expand access to developers beyond ChatGPT and seek community-based feedback.
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ChatGPT to feature plugin support as OpenAI announces new update
Many developers have been requesting the ability for the chatbot to integrate with third-party applications, and this feature will now be made available.
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π€ AI-developed app //
Swiss developer created a full iOS app by using ChatGPT. He didn't write a single line of code, but he managed a process.
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Swiss developer created a full iOS app by using ChatGPT. He didn't write a single line of code, but he managed a process.
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Indie developer built an iPhone app using ChatGPT
He tried to place the app in App Store, but Apple rejected it.
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πͺ« A full tank please! //
Hyundai shows its latest robotic invention - the automatic charging robot (ACR) for electric vehicles. It can connect and charge EVs without any driver assistance.
The company plans to showcase the ACR at the 2023 Seoul Mobility Show, which begins on March 30th.
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Hyundai shows its latest robotic invention - the automatic charging robot (ACR) for electric vehicles. It can connect and charge EVs without any driver assistance.
The company plans to showcase the ACR at the 2023 Seoul Mobility Show, which begins on March 30th.
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Hyundai unveils automatic charging robot for electric vehicles
The new auto-charger can connect and charge electric vehicles without any driver assistance.
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π« Beyond our Solar System //
The James Webb Space Telescope has made yet another groundbreaking discovery, this time detecting the first-ever observed dust storm outside of our Solar System.
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The James Webb Space Telescope has made yet another groundbreaking discovery, this time detecting the first-ever observed dust storm outside of our Solar System.
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers first-ever dust storm on exoplanet outside our Solar System
The JWST was able to even determine what the storm's atmosphere consists of.
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Have a wonderful Saturday! What's new today?
// WhatsApp developing short video messaging feature for iOS users
https://durovscode.com/3545
// Some search results on Bing now display "AI-generated stories"
https://durovscode.com/3546
πTON: $2,09 | BTC: $27,3K
// WhatsApp developing short video messaging feature for iOS users
https://durovscode.com/3545
// Some search results on Bing now display "AI-generated stories"
https://durovscode.com/3546
πTON: $2,09 | BTC: $27,3K
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π€ Data Breach in ChatGPT //
OpenAI published details of the shutdown of ChatGPT. Developers found an error that could expose users' names and credit card info.
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OpenAI published details of the shutdown of ChatGPT. Developers found an error that could expose users' names and credit card info.
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OpenAI admits data breach in ChatGPT: users' personal information exposed
Other users could see names and credit card information.
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Monday! Let's start! What's new today?
// Report suggests upcoming release of AirPods Pro with USB-C
https://durovscode.com/3547
// iOS 17 was planned as a bug fix release but some "nice to have" features were later added
https://durovscode.com/3548
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// Report suggests upcoming release of AirPods Pro with USB-C
https://durovscode.com/3547
// iOS 17 was planned as a bug fix release but some "nice to have" features were later added
https://durovscode.com/3548
πTON: $2,1 | BTC: $27,9K
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π Drawing the Line on AI Chatbots //
Microsoft is reportedly considering preventing other companies from using Bing's data for their chatbots, which has led to concerns about the growing competition in the AI chatbot market.
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Microsoft is reportedly considering preventing other companies from using Bing's data for their chatbots, which has led to concerns about the growing competition in the AI chatbot market.
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Microsoft considers discontinuing Bing data access for competing AI chatbots
The competition among artificial intelligence is intensifying.
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π« A space blockbuster //
The Mars rover and helicopter have teamed up to reach the river delta, where scientists hope to find evidence of past life on the red planet.
You may follow this spectacular journey and even track their location.
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The Mars rover and helicopter have teamed up to reach the river delta, where scientists hope to find evidence of past life on the red planet.
You may follow this spectacular journey and even track their location.
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NASA's Perseverance rover and Ingenuity helicopter team up to explore Mars
The goal of the mission is to discover signs of ancient life and collect samples for possible return to Earth.
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β‘οΈ Museum of the Future: Exclusive Interview with the Deputy Executive Director //
Durov's Code spoke with Majed Jakka Al Mansoori, Deputy Executive Director Museum of the Future on its first year and took a peek into tomorrow.
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Durov's Code spoke with Majed Jakka Al Mansoori, Deputy Executive Director Museum of the Future on its first year and took a peek into tomorrow.
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It's Tuesday! And the news is:
// The swagged-out pope: an early example of AI's impact on reality
https://durovscode.com/3549
// Catch up on meetings you're running late to with Zoom's new AI features
https://durovscode.com/3550
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// The swagged-out pope: an early example of AI's impact on reality
https://durovscode.com/3549
// Catch up on meetings you're running late to with Zoom's new AI features
https://durovscode.com/3550
πTON: $2,13 | BTC: $27,1K
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π Spyware Ban Enforced //
President Biden signed an executive order banning federal agencies from using commercial spyware amid concerns of misuse, following confirmation that dozens of U.S. government personnel had their phones targeted.
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President Biden signed an executive order banning federal agencies from using commercial spyware amid concerns of misuse, following confirmation that dozens of U.S. government personnel had their phones targeted.
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Commercial spyware prohibited for federal agencies under Biden's executive order
On Monday, the Biden administration unveiled a fresh executive order that would prohibit U.S. federal agencies from utilizing commercially manufactured spyware that jeopardizes both human rights and national security, covering a wide range of applications.
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π Emoji, Web & Voice //
Apple's iOS 16.4 update has added new emoji, web app notifications, voice isolation for calls, and other optimizations and fixes for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models.
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Apple's iOS 16.4 update has added new emoji, web app notifications, voice isolation for calls, and other optimizations and fixes for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models.
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New iOS 16.4 update adds moose and goose emoji to your iPhone
Upgrade your emoji game in the group chat by downloading iOS 16.4.
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πΆ Classics are always on-trend //
Apple has launched a standalone app for classical music lovers called Apple Music Classical.
The app is now available to download from the App Store.
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Apple has launched a standalone app for classical music lovers called Apple Music Classical.
The app is now available to download from the App Store.
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Apple launches dedicated Classical music app for Apple Music subscribers
The app is now available for download from the App Store.
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π’ Feed for pay //
Elon Musk announced that the platform's algorithmic "For You" timeline will only display verified accounts starting April 15th.
It will be a timeline with paid, brand and officials' accounts only.
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Elon Musk announced that the platform's algorithmic "For You" timeline will only display verified accounts starting April 15th.
It will be a timeline with paid, brand and officials' accounts only.
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Twitter will exclude all accounts without paid verification from its algorithmic timeline
Twitter CEO announces verified accounts only on "For You" timeline starting April 15th.
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πΏDon't say you weren't warned //
The latest study from OpenAI and the University of Pennsylvania suggests that OpenAI's ChatGPT could significantly impact the American workforce.
In a 'risk group' would be those who work in tech, have a college education, and earn up to $80,000 a year.
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The latest study from OpenAI and the University of Pennsylvania suggests that OpenAI's ChatGPT could significantly impact the American workforce.
In a 'risk group' would be those who work in tech, have a college education, and earn up to $80,000 a year.
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OpenAI revealed what jobs would be affected by AI
It's almost 80% of the US labor force.
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Wednesday! What's up?
// Tesla infotainment system vulnerable to remote hacking
https://durovscode.com/3551
// US government prepares for antitrust battle in the field of AI
https://durovscode.com/3552
πTON: $2,09 | BTC: $27,6K
// Tesla infotainment system vulnerable to remote hacking
https://durovscode.com/3551
// US government prepares for antitrust battle in the field of AI
https://durovscode.com/3552
πTON: $2,09 | BTC: $27,6K
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πThreat Tackling Copilot //
Microsoft's Security Copilot is an AI assistant for cybersecurity professionals, helping them identify threats and understand large amounts of data.
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Microsoft's Security Copilot is an AI assistant for cybersecurity professionals, helping them identify threats and understand large amounts of data.
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Introducing Microsoft Security Copilot: a next-generation AI assistant for cybersecurity
Security professionals can now benefit from Microsoft's latest AI copilot, which is gradually being developed for a wide range of applications.
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