It's France's turn to get in on the AI boom. On Sunday, President Emmanuel Macron announced private investments into the country's AI ecosystem totaling €109 billion ($112.5 billion). The announcement came ahead of Paris hosting the AI Action Summit on Monday and Tuesday.
"I can tell you this evening, Europe is going to speed up, France
Apple currently has four different Apple Pencil models, and if you aren’t sure which one to get, try reading this guide first. But if the
Having thought-out, unique passwords for each account is hard — recently, I got stopped for putting the same letter twice in a row — especially when it comes to remembering them all. That's why a password manager is so helpful: It creates and stores all your passwords, so you have peace of mind instead of a major headache. Now, one of
It’s a classic New York experience. You’re riding the subway to work, and suddenly the train stops. The lights go off, and you seem to be trapped between stations in a tunnel. For many New Yorkers, hardened over years of bad weather, prevalent trash and cohabitation with rats, this is just another recurring event that’s made less nerve-wracking by experience. But for Jarrod Musano, being stuck on a southbound 6 train that had lost power, there was little relief. Musano was born deaf, and the
Hello HN! I've been working on creating a new note-taking app called Seen. Right now, it's really just a preview: virtual-list rendering ~1,000,000 notes in a masonry layout, while trying to minimize CPU and memory usage as much as possible.
Seen currently has:
- A client-side search feature - Creating, updating, deleting the topmost note (locally; no changes are saved to any server) - Automatic repacking of the masonry layout when the window width changes - A lot of bugs, I'm sure
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Hi, I've just finished a rebuild of this function and added a lot of new features: info, page index, minimap, inverted index,... I think it may be useful for inspection, debugging or just as a learning resource showcasing the PDF file format. This is a pet project and I would be happy to receive some feedback! Regards
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A group of internet businesses, including Roblox, Google, OpenAI, and Discord, have cofounded a nonprofit called Robust Open Online Safety Tools (ROOST).
The new organization will fund free, open-source tools for online businesses to promote online safety, says Naren Koneru, Roblox’s vice president of engineering, trust, and safety. The move follows years of efforts
Chess.com has a new subscription option for chess families and tight-knit players: a friends and family plan.
The site, where players around the world can face off against live opponents, play bots, and solve chess puzzles, introduced its group tier in January, offering a players a discount on its top-tier offerings with the aim of winning the long-term loyalty game.
For $199.99 a year, Chess.com’s “Friends and Family” Diamond Premium plan offers up to f
Learn the ins and outs of using sitemaps to improve content discovery and indexing.
The post How To Use XML Sitemaps To Boost SEO appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/technical-seo/how-to-use-xml-sitemaps/
I enjoy organizing code and find cascade layers a fantastic way to organize code explicitly as the cascade looks at it. The neat part is, that as much as it helps with "top-level" organization, cascade layers can be nested, which allows us to author more precise styles based on the cascade and inheritance.
Headspace's Ebb offers care and conversation -- with limits. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-an-ai-companion-to-help-me-process-my-emotions-and-found-it-helpful/#ftag=CADf328eec
You'll be able to talk to two astronauts during a chat about daily life on the International Space Station. https://www.cnet.com/science/nasa-is-hosting-a-twitch-stream-from-space-this-week-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec
The image, called "A Single Piece of American Cheese," was created using Invoke's AI editing platform. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-company-got-a-copyright-for-an-image-made-entirely-with-ai-heres-how/#ftag=CADf328eec
The first iOS 18.4 developer beta is expected to land in the 'coming days' –and it's likely to include Siri's biggest update yet.
Nokia CEO Pekka Lundmark is stepping down, with the company announcing a former Intel executive as his replacement.
Russian attackers took plenty of sensitive data from a limited number of accounts.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/hpe-starts-contacting-victims-of-2023-russian-cyberattack
EVision Auto's new aftermarket LED display can morph a Tesla Model Y into a Bugatti, but big questions remain.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is out alongside the rest of the Galaxy S25 lineup, but Samsung is still selling the Galaxy S24 Ultra directly for full price – what’s going on?
Tech layoffs rose from 3.9% to 5.7% in one month, but it could just be that companies are faced with new year budgets.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/it-unemployment-hits-new-high-as-ai-threat-continues
Devices in Brazil, Turkey, and other nations abused to launch a large-scale brute-force attack.
The much anticipated release of the iPhone SE 4 may finally be here, with Apple expected to unveil the mid-range phone this week.
Do Intel Arrow Lake laptops have good battery life? After over 100 hours of lab testing, here's a look at the first results.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/intel-arrow-lake-battery-life-test-results
MSI has refreshed the Prestige 16 AI Evo with the latest Intel Core Ultra 200H series processors, offering over 15 hours of battery life, strong general performance, solid graphics, immersive audio, a bright, vivid display, and bouncy keyboard.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/business-laptops/msi-prestige-16-ai-evo-b2hm-review
Intel's latest generation of Ultra processors is now launching within new productivity laptops, and after reviewing the Asus Zenbook Duo (2025) this week, I took it upon myself to test how Arrow Lake's integrated graphics chip handles gaming.
Asus' Zenbook Duo refresh benefits from excellent processing power but suffers from poor battery life. Regardless, you'll still get a gorgeous OLED panel, loud speakers, and seamless dual-displays.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/2-in-1-laptops/asus-zenbook-duo-2025-review
Mecha BREAK is like Armored Core at a much faster pace, packaged as a free-to-play multiplayer mech shooter.
Co-founder of Warhorse Studios, Daniel Vávra, says using Unreal Engine for open-world games is a bad idea.
I love playing my ROG Ally and ROG Ally X while they're connected to my TV. Getting it all set up is really easy too. Here's how to do it.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/how-to-connect-rog-ally-ally-x-to-tv
In a recent interview with Bill Gates, Mark Cuban compared The Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to Microsoft trading Windows 11 for Windows 10.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently revealed his doubts about being smarter GPT-5. The model is expected to enhance ChatGPT's user experience.
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/sam-altman-doubts-he-will-be-smarter-than-gpt-5
Fans who missed out on the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta due to a recent PSN outage can enjoy an extra day.
Failure to "precache" is catching up with game developers who don't follow basic Unreal Engine development principles.
Yuji Horii, the creator of the Dragon Quest franchise, recently hosted a livestream to update fans on the developmental status of Dragon Quest 12.
One of the best VPNs on the market is celebrating its 13th birthday this month and inviting everyone to join in with a limited-time deal.
For US-based subscribers, NordVPN is offering up to 72 percent off any of its 2-yea
Intel’s Core 285H chip, the first member of its Core Ultra 200 or “Arrow Lake-H” family for laptops, has a big crater to fill. Yes, crater: This processor essentially bombed on the desktop. In laptops, however, Intel’s Core 285H chip helps redeem Intel’s reputation, starring in the otherwise pedestrian MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo (B2HMG) laptop.
Consider this to
French retailer Top Achat has inadvertently disclosed the launch date and time for multiple RTX 5070 Ti graphics cards, with availability set for February 20
SwadeWhite has put together a cool ADS-B plane tracker with a built-in weather station and home automation features.
Social platform Discord announced a new feature today called Ignore. This allows a person to hide any new messages, DMs, server notifications, profiles and activity from selected users without alerting them. In unveiling the update, Discord noted that this type of softer approach to limiting interactions had been requested by its community. It's a less stark way to tune out a person compared with blocking them.
In practice, DMs received from an Ignored person will appear in the inbox w
T-Mobile's Starlink satellite texting feature is now available in beta for anyone with a compatible iPhone or Android device to try out, the company announced in a ">Super Bowl ad. The
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In news outlets, business publications, and scholarly journals, there is a crescendo of commentary about the combined power of human intelligence and artificial intelligence. Without question, that convergence is already yielding exciting discoveries in many fields.
Yet a third, equally crucial, kind of intelligence is being left out of the discussion: nature’s intelligence.
The idea that nature itself displays the hallmarks of what we understand as intelligence—the abili
Looking to create unique video content? This guide will show you how to think outside the box and come up with fresh video marketing ideas.
The post 7 Creative Ways To Leverage Video In Marketing appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/creative-ways-to-leverage-video-in-marketing/534900/
A fixed APY lets you keep earning even if rates drop further. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/dont-sleep-on-cd-rates-as-high-as-4-65-apy-todays-cd-rates-feb-10-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The pilot program kicks off with New York's MTA, through a partnership with an on-demand service called Convo. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/this-app-connects-public-transit-riders-to-live-asl-interpreters/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can still take advantage of 4% savings APYs by setting small goals. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/try-these-experts-favorite-trick-to-grow-your-savings-even-when-money-is-tight-savings-rates-feb-10-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The update brings Apple Intelligence features to some people, and a few features and fixes to everyone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18-3-is-out-but-dont-miss-these-ios-18-1-features-on-your-iphone/#ftag=CADf328eec
Instead of buying new shoes, just try these seven easy steps to make your dishwater gray sneakers look bright white again. https://www.cnet.com/culture/fashion/the-easiest-method-to-clean-white-shoes-so-they-look-brand-new/#ftag=CADf328eec
Are you getting the internet speeds you're paying for? Start optimizing your internet connection by figuring out how much speed you're actually using. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/the-secret-to-boosting-your-internet-connection-try-testing-your-download-and-upload-speeds/#ftag=CADf328eec
You should know these NAD+ benefits, side effects and risk factors. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/can-nad-supplements-reverse-aging-process/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how to enable the messaging feature on your iPhone, and how to check if your carrier supports it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/everything-you-should-know-about-rcs-messaging-on-iphone/#ftag=CADf328eec
We examine the factors that determine whether you’d be better off with a paid or free antivirus app.
https://www.techradar.com/news/paid-antivirus-vs-free-antivirus-which-should-you-get
Sid Meier's Civilization 7 is coming to VR as a Meta Quest 3 exclusive.
Many businesses already use low-code, but artificial intelligence could make that even more effective.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/low-code-and-ai-could-give-businesses-the-boost-they-need
A quicker way to post emoji is coming to Microsoft Teams.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-teams-is-making-it-even-easier-to-add-emoji-and-i-cant
Report claims 70% of 22,000 tasks could be “transformed” or even “replaced” by AI, but we need better guidance.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/white-collar-jobs-are-increasingly-being-exposed-to-ai
T-Mobile if offering free Starlink connectivity until July, even if you’re not a T-Mobile customer
OpenAI's 60-second Super Bowl ad showcases the evolution of human innovation all the way up to ChatGPT.
RTX 5060 rumor of 16GB of video RAM was based on a faked video, sadly – the grapevine insists the GPU will stick with just 8GB.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge could be just 5.84mm thick, and loads of its specs have now leaked.
We chat to OnePlus’ Chief Marketing Officer for the inside scoop on the new OnePlus Watch 3.
A leaked Pixel 9a render suggests the bezels might be more uniform, and that the selfie camera could be getting an upgrade.
All networks have downtime, but Microsoft is historically uniquely keen to rely on other networks to reach customers. PSN's prolific downtime this weekend is exactly why having your own ecosystem is important.
SD cards are great, but shopping for an SD card is no joke. As convenient as it might be to opt for one of these over a USB flash drive or portable SSD, knowing which one to buy can be tough because SD cards have a bunch of their own unique terms and spec
Yes, AIs can write recipes and sometimes they’re pretty good! (And sometimes not so much.) But for my latest challenge, I wanted to build an AI that would compose recipes from iPhone snapshots and put them in the proper format for my recipe app. Sound easy? Not really, as it turned out.
Now, it’s not all that tricky to have, say, ChatGPT write on-t
Camera launches have been plentiful as of late, with Canon, Nikon, Sony and other major brands releasing important new models recently. In 2024, we saw some notable improvements in areas like autofocus and video, along with some new trends in creating interesting looks for videos and photos in-camera.
All told, there were over 20 new cameras launched last year which joined the many outstanding models on the market from years prior. The question is, which one is right for the type of vi
Want to see exactly what Kendrick Lamar sang about Drake? Plus: Watch the other Super Bowl performances, including the national anthem. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-rewatch-kendrick-lamar-sza-super-bowl-halftime-show/#ftag=CADf328eec
Weight loss is no easy feat. Trash these thoughts to experience lasting results this year. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/6-mindsets-to-ditch-for-successful-weight-loss-this-year/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't waste your Super Bowl leftovers. Opt for these better ways to reheat them. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/microwave-free-zone-expert-cooking-hacks-for-super-bowl-leftovers/#ftag=CADf328eec
Make bedtime easier with these iPhone apps and features designed to help you relax. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/7-hidden-iphone-features-that-can-improve-your-sleep/#ftag=CADf328eec
Artificial intelligence (AI) has increasingly moved to the core of strategic decision making across industries globally and remains a hot topic for the coming year.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/how-can-businesses-drive-value-and-innovation-with-trusted-ai
Google Search's newest requirement aims to "better protect" users against malicious activity, such as bots and spam.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/surviving-googles-javascript-rendering-shift-one-month-later
Article URL: https://anfalmushtaq.com/articles/deep-dive-into-llms-like-chatgpt-tldr
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Z jeskyně El Mirón na severu Španělska pochází Rudá dáma, slavná kostra ženy z doby před 18 700 lety. Archeologové teď v El Mirón zpracovali mnohem méně divácky atraktivní, ale zajímavými informacemi nabitou sedimentární pravěkou sedaDNA. Prokázala přítomnost mnohem více druhů živočichů, než kolik jich tam dokládají kosti. http://www.osel.cz/13902-sedimentarni-dna-prinesla-prekvapive-objevy-v-jeskyni-rude-damy-z-el-miron.html
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 10. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-monday-feb-10/#ftag=CADf328eec
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