A recent analysis by data journalist Ben Welsh revealed that a significant number of news websites are actively blocking AI web crawlers such as Applebot-Extended, Google-Extended, and OpenAI. Among the 1,167 primarily English-language, US-based publications surveyed, Welsh found that 26 percent were blocking Applebot-Extended, while 53 percent were blocking OpenAI’s bot. Interestingly, Google-Extended, introduced last
The impact of Nvidia’s second-quarter results was felt in the Asian market as tech and chip-related stocks suffered losses. Companies with direct connections to Nvidia, such as South Korean chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, saw significant drops in their share prices. SK Hynix, known for manufacturing high bandwidth memory chips for Nvidia, experienced a
In the wake of ChatGPT’s introduction to classrooms, students have started using AI not only for writing assignments but also for math homework. The emergence of apps like Gauth has revolutionized how students tackle mathematical problems, making the completion of assignments more convenient and efficient. One such app that has gained immense popularity among high
The field of high-pressure physics has seen a significant breakthrough with the development of a new sample configuration by an international team of scientists. This innovation, recently published in the Journal of Applied Physics, aims to improve the reliability of equation of state measurements in a pressure regime previously unattainable in the diamond anvil cell.
The article opens with a reflection on the average age of gamers, which is estimated to be around 36 or 37. The author expresses surprise and even alarm at the idea that many gamers may now have children. This reaction seems to be rooted in a sense of disconnect with the idea of parenthood and
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is under fire for allegedly contributing to the pollution problem in Memphis, Tennessee. In a recent report, environmental and health advocates accused xAI of operating a data center using natural gas burning turbines without the necessary permits. The Southern Environmental Law Center has called for an investigation into xAI’s
Ethiopia recently announced a significant increase in electricity production from its Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile. This development comes after the activation of two additional turbines, bringing the total output to 1,550 megawatts. The GERD, a multi-billion-dollar project, has long been a source of tensions with downstream nations Egypt and Sudan
As the holiday season approaches and businesses gear up for their marketing push, Google has announced a range of new updates for businesses using Google Merchant Center to link into Google Shopping listings. These updates are aimed at helping businesses make better-informed decisions, optimize their campaigns, and drive more performance from their Google Shopping listings.
AT&T customers are currently facing frustrating issues with their service, including seeing “SOS” instead of the usual bars of service on their devices. Many customers have taken to social media, specifically Twitter, to report their problems directly to AT&T’s Help account. The Mobile Report has revealed that the root cause of this widespread issue is
Anthropic, a San Francisco-based AI startup, has recently introduced a groundbreaking new feature called “Artifacts” that is set to revolutionize the way users interact with their large language models (LLMs) and chatbots. This feature allows users to run code snippets and even full programs generated by the LLM alongside their chat interface, providing a seamless