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Science/Technology / Celsius Network Receives Approval To Emerge From Bankruptcy by Helpleak(m): 1:16pm On Nov 10, 2023
The U.S. bankruptcy court has granted approval to Celsius Network for a restructuring plan, allowing the return of cryptocurrency to customers and the establishment of a new company owned by Celsius creditors.

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Martin Glenn in Manhattan endorsed the restructuring in an order issued on Thursday. The revamped business, overseen by Fahrenheit LLC—a consortium including Arrington Capital hedge fund—will primarily engage in mining new bitcoin and generating “staking” fees through validating blockchain transactions.

In July 2022, Celsius, headquartered in New Jersey, filed for Chapter 11 protection, a month after halting customer account withdrawals. Once valued at $3 billion, Celsius represented one of the most significant crypto collapses in the previous year.

The crypto lender is currently in the process of executing the restructuring plan and is anticipated to emerge from Chapter 11 in early 2024, as mentioned in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter).

Michael Arrington, the founder of Arrington Capital, emphasized on Thursday that Celsius’ recovery sets it apart from other crypto companies that experienced collapses in 2022 and were unable to successfully reorganize...


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Science/Technology / China's Smartphone Market Is Growing As The New Xiaomi Model Is Selling... by Helpleak(m): 12:28pm On Nov 09, 2023
China's smartphone market is growing as the new Xiaomi model is selling like crazy

Analysts suggest that Xiaomi's sale of over 1 million units of its latest flagship smartphone within a week of its release indicates a potential turnaround in the declining Chinese phone market. The smartphone market in the world's largest market has been shrinking due to factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and a slow economic rebound, which have led customers to delay their phone upgrades.

Xiaomi's CEO Lei Jun announced on Weibo that the Mi 14 series has sold over 1 million units and is still facing significant shortages. These phones were released in China on October 31 and feature Qualcomm's advanced Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and Xiaomi's HyperOS software.

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Science/Technology / An Optus Outage Disconnects Half Of Australia, Causing Chaos by Helpleak(m): 1:45pm On Nov 08, 2023
One talkback radio listener noticed the initial indication of trouble with Australia’s second-largest internet service provider, Optus, when her cat’s Wi-Fi-enabled food dispenser failed to serve breakfast at 6:10 a.m., leading to her pet waking her up.

For Chris Rogers, a disability pensioner coping with a knee injury that hinders his ability to work, the issue became evident during a 30-minute drive to the pharmacy when his electronic prescription couldn’t be processed.

Rogers, who was at the pharmacy, explained to Reuters that due to the service outage, the prescription wouldn’t load. He mentioned that reception was extremely congested and expressed amazement at the level of chaos, saying he had never witnessed anything like it before.

For countless Australians who were unable to make payments, schedule rides, access medical services, or even place phone calls during a near-complete nine-hour service disruption by the company responsible for 40% of the nation’s internet, it served as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities associated with a society that has heavily transitioned to online dependency.

Over the period of three years leading up to 2022, the use of cash transactions in Australia decreased by...


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Education / Postdoctoral Fellowships At The Cancer Research Institute 2024 by Helpleak(m): 12:30pm On Nov 07, 2023
Great news! The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship is currently available. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship, its advantages, and a step-by-step application procedure.

The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2024-2025 is a fully funded scholarship designed for international students. This scholarship is intended for postdoctoral research studies. It offers financial support of up to $59,000 annually, along with an additional allowance of $1,500 per year to assist in covering research materials, travel expenses for scientific conferences, and/or health insurance.

Great news! The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship is currently available. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship, its advantages, and a step-by-step application procedure.

The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship for 2024-2025 is a fully funded scholarship designed for international students. This scholarship is intended for postdoctoral research studies. It offers financial support of up to $59,000 annually, along with an additional allowance of $1,500 per year to assist in covering research materials, travel expenses for scientific conferences, and/or health insurance.

Scholarship Overview
Educational Level: Postdoctoral
Provided by: Cancer Research Institute (CRI)
Location: The fellowship may be conducted in the United States or overseas, but it must be hosted by a nonprofit organization.
Fields of Study: Applicants should be engaged in research directly related to immunology or cancer immunology.
Application Deadline: September 1 and March 1...

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Education / The Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders Program For 2024 by Helpleak(m): 11:48am On Nov 07, 2023
The Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders Program for 2024 is now accepting applications from young leaders who aim to amplify their efforts. This program is open to Global Teen Leaders from around the world, those who identify issues, propose solutions, and take direct action.

Three Dot Dash is a global initiative led by the We Are Family Foundation, with the goal of recognizing and supporting the endeavors of Global Teen Leaders who consistently collaborate on projects that promote a more peaceful society.

Scholarship Overview

Educational Level: Non-degree (Just Peace Summit)
Sponsoring Institution: We Are Family Foundation
Location: New York, USA
Focus Areas: Leadership
Program Duration: 7 Days
Application Deadline: February 12, 2024

Scholarship Benefits

The Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders Program offers the following benefits to its recipients:

We Are Family Foundation will cover all expenses, including air/train travel, visa fees, accommodations, meals, and ground transportation in New York City for the selected Global Teen Leaders.
Eligibility Requirements for the Three Dot Dash Global Teen Leaders Program
To qualify for participation in the Global Teen Leaders Program worldwide, applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

Prospective Global Teen Leaders (GTLs) should fulfill ALL of the following qualifications and conditions:

Proficiency in the English language.
Open to applicants from all countries across the globe.
Age range of 13 to 19 years.
The project or organization must address one or more fundamental human needs such as food, water, health, shelter, education, safety, and the environment.
Must be the founder of your own project or organization.
A strong commitment to the growth and lasting impact of your work.
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Health / Live Coverage Of Covid-19: HV.1 And JN.1 Variants Are Now Available In The US... by Helpleak(m): 11:39am On Nov 07, 2023
Live coverage of Covid-19: HV.1 and JN.1 variants are now available in the US and the UK

In recent months, the United Kingdom has witnessed an uptick in Covid cases, and experts attribute this increase to the emergence of a new strain, Pirola BA.2.86. This variant, originating from Omicron BA.2, was first identified in Denmark in July of this year and swiftly became the predominant strain in the UK.


According to the most recent government data, there were 12,123 new Covid cases reported in England during the week ending October 14.

Currently, Great Yarmouth is recognized as the Covid hotspot in England and Wales, with a rate of 54.4 new cases per 100,000 people. Chesterfield follows with a rate of 49.6 cases per 100,000, and Scarborough with 45.1 cases per 100,000, trailed by the Isle of Wight (44.3) and Fylde (43.1).

Meanwhile, in the United States, a new sub-variant of Omicron, known as HV.1, has become the most prevalent strain, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Professor Schaffner, an infectious diseases expert at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, cautioned that the latest mutation of Covid is highly transmissible. He stated...


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Science/Technology / Foxconn Maintains Its Optimistic End-of-year Sales Forecast by Helpleak(m): 12:49pm On Nov 06, 2023
Taiwan’s Foxconn, the largest contract electronics manufacturer globally and a significant supplier for Apple, reaffirmed its earlier projection of robust sales during the year-end holiday season. The company mentioned that customers in both China and the United States were making substantial purchases.

The fourth quarter typically represents the peak season for Taiwanese tech firms, as they strive to meet the demand for smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices from major clients like Apple for the Western holiday season.

Foxconn, in an official statement, expressed that the second half of the year is traditionally a period of increased activity for consumer tech products, and they will progressively scale up operations as previously indicated in their outlook from the prior month.

They also noted that their substantial growth expectations for the fourth quarter, when compared to the third quarter, remain unaltered, although they did not provide further details.

Foxconn, also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, reported that their revenue for the previous month amounted to T$741.2 billion ($23.09 billion), making it the second-highest October revenue on record. This figure represented a 4.56% decrease compared to the previous year, attributed to a high base in the previous...


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Health / The Nurse Mistook Her Tights For “marks,” But What Was On Them Was A Deadly... by Helpleak(m): 12:33pm On Nov 06, 2023
The nurse mistook her tights for “marks,” but what was on them was a deadly cancer

To combat the illness, she went through three cycles of chemotherapy and received a bone marrow transplant.

A nurse, Jan Henry, hailing from Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria, initially believed that marks on her tights were nothing more than regular blemishes. However, on her first day in a new job, she came to realize that these marks were, in fact, bruises. This revelation led to the distressing diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia, an aggressive form of blood cancer.

According to a report from Bristol Live, Jan was serving as a senior sister in the same hospital where she had previously worked in the A&E department. It was during this time that she noticed an unusual occurrence on her legs.

She recounted, “While adjusting my tights and attempting to alleviate the peculiar sensation of fabric clinging to my skin, I tried to remove what I initially thought was stuck to them.”

Upon closer examination, it became apparent that the marks were actually purpuric bruises. Purpura refers to small blood spots that manifest beneath the skin, typically occurring when blood vessels leak under...

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Health / “my Spouse Passed Away From Alzheimer’s” – Signs Of Dementia by Helpleak(m): 12:22pm On Nov 06, 2023
David Allott witnessed the progression of dementia in his cherished partner of more than 51 years, Margaret.

After initially meeting while working at a restaurant in Levenshulme, Manchester, David and Margaret fell in love. They tied the knot in December 1971 and embarked on a shared career in hotel management, leading a life that took them to various locations around the world. Now, more than five decades later, David chronicled their final journey together, with Margaret facing a losing battle against Alzheimer’s disease in his book “Mirror, Mirror.”

Discussing the early indications of Alzheimer’s disease, Stewart McGinn, the Managing Director at Baycroft Care Homes, pointed out that one of the initial signs could be when a loved one starts “frequently misplacing things or putting items in unusual locations.
If someone you know, whether it’s a partner, parent, or friend, is typically known for their organization but begins to exhibit forgetfulness regarding the placement of objects, this could be an early warning sign. Stewart McGinn added that they might also encounter challenges when attempting to concentrate on tasks involving organization and planning, which could be attributed to Alzheimer’s disease.

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Education / Scholarships From The Swedish Institute For Worldwide Professionals by Helpleak(m): 12:19pm On Nov 04, 2023
Swedish Institute Master’s Program

Application Deadlines: January 15th and February 28th, 2024

Location: Sweden

Commencement of Courses: August 2024

Scholarship Overview:

The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) is a newly launched scholarship program that replaces the Swedish Institute Study Scholarships (SISS). These scholarships are available for a wide range of master’s programs offered by Swedish universities in the autumn of 2024.

The SISGP Scholarship is designed to nurture future global leaders who will actively contribute to the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and drive positive and sustainable development in their home countries and regions.

Host Institutions:

Swedish Higher Education Institutions and Universities

Academic Fields:

The scholarships support full-time one- or two-year master’s programs offered by Swedish universities and higher education institutions. There are approximately 700 English-taught master’s programs eligible for the SISGP scholarship, spanning various fields such as humanities, agricultural science, medicine, public health, natural science, social science, and technology. The official website will soon provide a list of eligible master’s programs for the SISGP application for the academic year.

Number of Scholarships:

Around 350 scholarships

Target Recipients:

Scholarships are available to students from the following countries: Armenia; Azerbaijan; Bangladesh; Bolivia; Belarus; Brazil; Cambodia; Cameroon; Colombia; Ecuador; Egypt; Ethiopia; Gambia; Georgia; Ghana; Guatemala; Honduras; Indonesia; Jordan; Kenya; Liberia; Malawi; Moldova; Morocco; Myanmar (Burma); Nepal; Nigeria...


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Education / Scholarships For International Students At Chalmers IPOET by Helpleak(m): 12:09pm On Nov 04, 2023
Chalmers University of Technology Graduate Program

Application Deadline: January 15, 2024 (annually)

Location: Sweden

Commencement of the Next Program: August 2024.

Concise Description:

Chalmers University of Technology will provide approximately 35 IPOET scholarships in 2023, financially supported by the Swedish Council for Higher Education, for prospective fee-paying students.

Also, explore the Aldebert Scholarships designed for students from developing nations.

Host Institution:
Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden

Academic Level and Fields of Study:
Open to all current Master’s Programs at Chalmers.

Number of Scholarships:
35

Target Recipients:
Citizens from non-EU/EEA countries

Scholarship Coverage and Duration:

A 75% reduction in tuition fees (for 4 semesters or...




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Science/Technology / Musk’s Xai Plans To Introduce A First AI Model To A Chosen Group by Helpleak(m): 11:59am On Nov 04, 2023
Elon Musk’s venture into artificial intelligence, xAI, is set to launch its inaugural AI model to a specific audience this Saturday, as revealed by the billionaire and CEO of Tesla (TSLA.O) on Friday.

This development occurs almost a year following the widespread fascination and subsequent adoption of generative AI technology sparked by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, capturing the interest of both businesses and users worldwide.

Elon Musk co-founded OpenAI, the entity responsible for ChatGPT, back in 2015, but he relinquished his position on the company’s board in 2018.

“In certain crucial aspects, the new xAI model represents the pinnacle of current technology,” he shared on his X social media platform.

“Once it transitions from its initial beta phase, xAI’s Grok system will be accessible to all subscribers of X Premium+,” Musk announced.

X, previously recognized as Twitter, introduced a pair of fresh subscription offerings last week. This includes a Premium+ tier at $16 per month, catering to users who prefer an ad-free browsing experience, alongside a standard...

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Science/Technology / The Best-performing ETF This Year, According To Nvidia, Is A Bullish Funds by Helpleak(m): 1:48pm On Nov 02, 2023
An exchange-traded fund (ETF) associated with the surging stock of the U.S. chip manufacturer Nvidia Corp has emerged as the best-performing ETF of the year, thanks to the growing enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence.

The GraniteShares 1.5X Long NVDA Daily ETF, which tracks 1.5 times the daily percentage change of Nvidia's stock, has recorded a remarkable 328.5% gain year-to-date, outpacing the stock's own rise of 190%.

According to VettaFi Research, this ETF holds the top position as the best-performing ETF in 2023, closely followed by the GraniteShares 1.5x Long Meta Daily ETF, another leveraged ETF, which has surged by 272% year-to-date.

Leveraged ETFs aim to magnify the returns of the underlying index or stock.

"The remarkable performance of the underlying company is the primary reason for NVDL's status as the best-performing ETF in the U.S. market," explained Will Rhind, CEO and founder of GraniteShares. "Nvidia has become the leading stock to hold in the field of artificial...


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Science/Technology / Qualcomm Gains As Indications Of An Easing Smartphone Market Downturn by Helpleak(m): 1:41pm On Nov 02, 2023
[b]Qualcomm [/b]experienced a nearly 6% increase in its stock value on Thursday, primarily driven by robust first-quarter forecasts that suggested an alleviation of the two-year-long decline in the smartphone market, led by a resurgence in China.

As one of the leading chip designers for smartphones, the company’s premarket share price of $117.09 indicated a potential market value increase of nearly $7 billion.

Qualcomm, which endured four consecutive quarters of contraction in its core smartphone sector, is now witnessing signs of a reduction in the inventory surplus within the Android industry. Fresh orders for its chips are contributing to this positive shift in the trend.

The company’s revenue and profit forecasts for the final quarter of the year exceeded the expectations of Wall Street. They anticipate a 35% increase in sales to Chinese smartphone customers compared to the previous quarter.

Canaccord Genuity analysts remarked that while the management anticipates a December quarter with a seasonal uptick that may be less pronounced than usual, the provided guidance was better than anticipated. They also noted improvements in inventory compared to the previous quarter’s expectations.

The company addressed worries about competition from Huawei and Samsung, both of which have transitioned to manufacturing and utilizing their own chips in their devices, a departure from their reliance on Qualcomm in recent years.

CEO Cristiano Amon expressed confidence that Qualcomm will maintain a “majority share” of the chips in Samsung’s upcoming S24 phone series. Additionally, the company...


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Science/Technology / US Lawmakers Demand Biden’s Plans Regarding China’s Adoption Of Open-chip... by Helpleak(m): 1:25pm On Nov 02, 2023
US lawmakers demand Biden’s plans regarding China’s adoption of open-chip technology


A more extensive bipartisan coalition of U.S. legislators is seeking information from the Biden administration regarding its strategies for addressing China’s increasing adoption of RISC-V chip design technology. This comes in the wake of Helpleak’s report last month, which raised significant concerns in both chambers of Congress.

RISC-V, pronounced “risk five,” represents an open-source technology that competes with expensive proprietary solutions from British semiconductor and software design firm Arm Holdings and Intel Corp. RISC-V has versatile applications, serving as a fundamental component in anything from smartphone chips to advanced processors for artificial intelligence.

American companies like Qualcomm and Google, a subsidiary of Alphabet, have adopted RISC-V technology. However, several Chinese firms have also embraced it.

In a Reuters report from last month, it was revealed that at least four influential U.S. lawmakers perceive China’s utilization of RISC-V as a potential national security concern. This is because RISC-V is not covered by the extensive export controls imposed by the U.S. on the transfer of chip technology to China.

Now, a more extensive group of 18 lawmakers, including five Democrats, is inquiring with the Biden administration about its strategies to prevent China from attaining a dominant position in RISC-V technology and exploiting that dominance to the detriment of U.S. national and economic security. This information is based on a letter sent by...

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Science/Technology / 328 Million Will Be Paid By Uber And Lyft To Resolve Wage Theft Claims In NY by Helpleak(m): 12:02pm On Nov 02, 2023
Uber and Lyft have agreed to collectively pay $328 million to resolve allegations made by New York's attorney general, Letitia James, that the ride-sharing firms engaged in a consistent pattern of underpaying drivers and withholding benefits.

In response to the multi-year investigation by her office, Attorney General Letitia James announced that Uber will provide $290 million, while Lyft will contribute $38 million to address these claims. Furthermore, the settlement ensures that drivers will receive minimum hourly wages, access to paid sick leave, as well as notifications and in-app support for addressing their inquiries about earnings and overall working conditions.

Over 100,000 present and past drivers in the state are eligible to receive settlement funds and associated advantages.

In a statement, Attorney General Letitia James remarked, "This settlement will guarantee that they receive the compensation they have rightfully earned and are entitled to according to the law."

She characterized the agreement with the San Francisco-based companies as the most substantial resolution for wage theft in the history of her office.

Uber and Lyft have consistently faced allegations across the country that they have unfairly withheld pay and benefits from drivers, including many who are immigrants, occasionally by categorizing them as independent contractors rather than employees.

James asserted that Uber and Lyft were at fault for wrongly subtracting sales taxes...

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Science/Technology / First US Autopilot Trial Involving A Fatal Crash Is Won By Tesla by Helpleak(m): 8:56am On Nov 01, 2023
On Tuesday, Tesla achieved a significant victory by winning the first trial in the United States concerning allegations that its Autopilot driver assistance feature was responsible for a fatal accident. This verdict is a substantial win for the automaker, particularly considering the numerous other lawsuits and federal investigations it faces relating to the same technology.

The outcome marks Tesla’s second notable legal victory this year, as earlier juries have not found its software to be defective. Tesla has been actively testing and rolling out its Autopilot system, as well as the more advanced Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. CEO Elon Musk has emphasized the importance of these technologies to the company’s future, although they have been subject to regulatory and legal scrutiny.

The outcome of this civil court case highlights that Tesla’s position is gaining support: in situations where road incidents occur, the primary responsibility lies with the drivers.

In the civil lawsuit filed in Riverside County Superior Court, it was claimed that the Autopilot system was responsible for causing Micah Lee’s Model 3 to abruptly swerve off a highway just east of Los Angeles at a speed of 65 miles per hour (105 km per hour), leading to a collision with a palm tree and subsequent ignition, all transpiring within a matter of seconds.

The crash that occurred in 2019 resulted...

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Science/Technology / US Officials Warn Of High Costs As Vietnam Looks To Build Its First Semicon... by Helpleak(m): 10:29am On Oct 31, 2023
US officials warn of high costs as Vietnam looks to build its first semiconductor plant

Vietnam is engaged in discussions with semiconductor companies with the goal of increasing investments in the country, potentially even constructing its inaugural chip fabrication plant, or “fab,” as indicated by two business executives. This move comes in spite of cautions from U.S. industry representatives regarding elevated costs.

Vietnam, known as a prominent electronics manufacturing center in Southeast Asia, is already home to the largest semiconductor packaging and testing facility worldwide for U.S. giant Intel. It also accommodates various software firms specializing in chip design. The country is actively formulating a strategy to attract additional investments in the semiconductor sector, including from foundries dedicated to chip manufacturing.

In recent weeks, discussions have been held with around six U.S. chip companies, including fab operators, as stated by Vu Tu Thanh, who serves as the head of the Vietnam office of the US-ASEAN Business Council, in communication with Reuters. However, he refrained from disclosing the names of the companies since the discussions are in their initial stages.

Additionally, an executive within the chip industry, who opted to remain anonymous due to media restrictions, mentioned that talks with prospective investors have encompassed U.S. contract manufacturer GlobalFoundries and Taiwan’s PSMC.

The objective was to establish Vietnam’s inaugural fab...


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Science/Technology / Apple Updates The Mac Family Of Chips And Changes The Price by Helpleak(m): 10:16am On Oct 31, 2023
Apple unveiled new MacBook Pro and iMac computers, along with three new chips to power them on Monday. The company announced a redesign of its graphics processing units (GPU), a critical component of the chip where Nvidia holds a dominant position in the market.

These new computers and the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips were presented during an online event that heavily catered to professional users.

In the United States, the 14-inch MacBook Pro laptop will have a starting price of $1,599, while the 16-inch version starts at $2,499. The new iMac desktop, featuring the M3 chip family, starts at $1,299. Some of these products will be available for purchase next week, while others are scheduled to ship later in November.

Apple has experienced a resurgence in its Mac business, with its market share nearly doubling to approximately 11% since 2020 when it transitioned away from Intel and began employing its custom-designed chips as the core components of its machines. This information is based on preliminary data from IDC.

As a part of its emphasis on business users during Monday’s presentation, Apple also introduced a new secure screen sharing feature that enables remote access to their machines.

Apple’s proprietary chips, incorporating design technology licensed from Arm Holdings, have bestowed its Mac computers with superior battery life and, in certain applications, outperform machines running on Microsoft’s Windows operating system....


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Properties / Significant Decline In Q3 Underlying Losses Is Reported By Indonesia’s Goto by Helpleak(m): 12:25pm On Oct 30, 2023
Indonesia’s largest technology company, PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia (GOTO.JK), disclosed that it posted underlying losses of 900 billion rupiah ($56.66 million) in the third quarter, marking a substantial reduction from the 3.7 trillion rupiah reported in the previous year.


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Science/Technology / Ads Supporting Israel That Are Graphic Find Their Way Into Kid's Video Games by Helpleak(m): 12:18pm On Oct 30, 2023
While Maria Julia Cassis was having a meal in her North London home, her 6-year-old son rushed into the dining room, looking pale. His puzzle game on an Android phone had been interrupted by a video displaying Hamas militants, fearful Israeli families, and blurred graphic content.

Over a black screen, a message from the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs was conveyed to the first-grader: "WE WILL MAKE SURE THAT THOSE WHO HARM US PAY A HEAVY PRICE."

Cassis, a 28-year-old barista from Brazil, expressed that the advertisement had a disturbing impact on her son, leading her to promptly remove the game. In a recent phone interview, she stated, "He was shocked. He literally said, 'What is this disturbing ad doing in my game?'"

It remains unclear how the ad found its way into Saranga's son's video game. Nevertheless, her family's experience is not unique. Helpleak has identified at least five other instances in various parts of Europe where the same pro-Israel video, featuring footage of rocket attacks, fiery explosions, and masked gunmen, was displayed to gamers, including several children.

In one instance, these ads were displayed within the popular "Angry Birds" game, developed by Rovio, a company owned by SEGA.

Rovio acknowledged that these ads featuring disturbing content had mistakenly appeared in their game and stated that they were currently taking manual steps to prevent their display. However, Rovio's spokesperson, Lotta Backlund, did not specify which of their "dozen or so ad partners" had provided the ad in question...

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Foreign Affairs / Ads Supporting Israel That Are Graphic Find Their Way Into Kid's Video Games by Helpleak(m): 12:06pm On Oct 30, 2023
While Maria Julia Cassis was having a meal in her North London home, her 6-year-old son rushed into the dining room, looking pale. His puzzle game on an Android phone had been interrupted by a video displaying Hamas militants, fearful Israeli families, and blurred graphic content.

Over a black screen, a message from the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs was conveyed to the first-grader: "WE WILL MAKE SURE THAT THOSE WHO HARM US PAY A HEAVY PRICE."

Cassis, a 28-year-old barista from Brazil, expressed that the advertisement had a disturbing impact on her son, leading her to promptly remove the game. In a recent phone interview, she stated, "He was shocked. He literally said, 'What is this disturbing ad doing in my game?'"

It remains unclear how the ad found its way into Saranga's son's video game. Nevertheless, her family's experience is not unique. Helpleak has identified at least five other instances in various parts of Europe where the same pro-Israel video, featuring footage of rocket attacks, fiery explosions, and masked gunmen, was displayed to gamers, including several children.

In one instance, these ads were displayed within the popular "Angry Birds" game, developed by Rovio, a company owned by SEGA.

Rovio acknowledged that these ads featuring disturbing content had mistakenly appeared in their game and stated that they were currently taking manual steps to prevent their display. However, Rovio's spokesperson, Lotta Backlund, did not specify which of their "dozen or so ad partners" had provided the ad in question...

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Science/Technology / G7 Will Approve An AI Code Of Conduct For Businesses by Helpleak(m): 12:45am On Oct 30, 2023
On Monday, the Group of Seven (G7) major industrial countries is set to establish a code of ethics for companies that are in the process of creating advanced artificial intelligence systems. This move is part of government's efforts to address the potential risks and misuse of this technology. The voluntary code of ethics is expected to serve as a significant milestone in the regulation of AI in major nations, particularly in response to concerns regarding privacy and security, according to a document obtained by HELPLEAK.

In May, the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations, consisting of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom, along with the European Union, initiated a procedure at a ministerial forum known as the "Hiroshima AI process."

The 11-point code's objective is to encourage the global adoption of safe, secure, and reliable artificial intelligence (AI). It will offer voluntary guidance for entities involved in the development of cutting-edge AI systems, including advanced foundational models and generative AI systems, as stated in the G7 document.

Its purpose is to facilitate the harnessing of advantages and the management of risks and difficulties associated with these technologies...

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Science/Technology / Good Results From Alphabet And Meta Indicate That The Ad Market... by Helpleak(m): 10:31am On Oct 26, 2023
The recovery in the advertising sectors of Google, Meta, and Snap indicates that the increasing utilization of artificial intelligence is attracting marketers to digital platforms, even in an uncertain economic climate.

Good results from Alphabet and Meta indicate that the ad market is starting to recover
A lit Google logo is visible within the confines of an office building in Zurich, Switzerland, as of December 5, 2018.

All three companies exceeded their quarterly revenue forecasts this week and reported favorable performance metrics for their advertising operations...

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