Reported 7 months ago
The New York Times Guild is urging management to reconsider cutting 9 out of 16 positions in its art-production department due to concerns over AI-based replacements. The union argues that the work done by the art department staff, particularly in print newspaper images, cannot be replicated by AI technology alone, emphasizing the impact on quality and jobs. The Times denies a direct link between the cuts and its AI initiatives, stating that the reduction aims to streamline workflow efficiency and offer employees voluntary buyouts. The guild criticizes the move as sacrificing quality for profits and highlights the critical role of human professionals in maintaining journalistic standards. These developments occur in the context of increasing AI integration in the media industry, with the Times itself embroiled in a lawsuit against Microsoft and OpenAI for unauthorized content use.
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Reported 7 months ago
Aivaras Zigmantas, a 39-year-old Lithuanian national living in Chicago and Fort Lauderdale, has pleaded not guilty after being indicted for allegedly posing as a carrier agent, deceiving companies into releasing shipments to him and stealing over $9.5 million worth of goods. He was charged with wire fraud, bank fraud, and theft of interstate shipments for a scheme that lasted from March 2020 to September 2023, where he worked with others and used fake names to divert shipments, renting heavy equipment and warehouses to hide the stolen items. Zigmantas created fake carriers and brokers and targeted victims on online marketplaces, recruiting others to join the operation while obtaining fraudulent licenses and passports.
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Reported 7 months ago
根據消息指出，聯發科已經使用Arm架構開發一款針對Windows應用裝置設計的PC級別處理器，暫時無法確認其和NVIDIA的合作模式是否會擴展至與微軟的「Copilot+ PC」產品生態。然而，預料若Qualcomm與微軟的獨家合作協議到期，其他Arm架構處理器業者如聯發科、三星等可能參與「Copilot+ PC」產品生態，這可能會給Qualcomm帶來更大競爭壓力。
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Reported 7 months ago
Google建置台灣資料中心後，AWS也宣布將在2025年在台灣推出基礎設施區域服務，提供運算、儲存、資料庫、分析、機器學習和人工智慧等技術資源。這將協助滿足台灣高網路服務需求、促進網路服務應用成長，並長期投資數十億美元。AWS表示新區域將加速台灣客戶業務成長與創新，同時也能讓其服務以更低延遲運作。
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Reported 7 months ago
As confirmed in May and officially traded under the name 'RPI,' the Raspberry Pi has been listed on the London Stock Exchange with conditional trading initially open to specific institutional shareholders, with general trading for investors set to start on Friday. With the listing, Raspberry Pi expects to raise approximately £179 million in funding and increase the company's market value to £540 million. Following the listing, Arm's stake in Raspberry Pi is expected to increase, with a value estimated at $35 million, and European hedge fund Lansdowne has signed an investment agreement to purchase up to $20 million worth of shares. The raised funds will be used for future engineering research and development, enhancing product supply flexibility, and other commercial purposes, while the company promises to continue promoting scientific education and encouraging more involvement in computational science through their products.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Federal Reserve released a policy statement confirming that economic activity in the US continues to expand at a solid pace, with strong job gains and low unemployment. The statement highlighted that while inflation has eased over the past year, it remains elevated, and the Committee aims to achieve maximum employment and 2 percent inflation in the long run. The Committee decided to maintain the federal funds rate target range and will assess incoming data before adjusting the rate. They are also committed to reducing holdings of securities and continue to monitor various economic indicators for policy adjustments if needed.
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Reported 7 months ago
An update on Mashdigi on June 12, 2024, revealed that Tesla CEO Elon Musk's lawsuit filed in February against OpenAI co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman has been quietly withdrawn before the official hearing. The lawsuit, which accused OpenAI of deviating from its original mission of 'benefiting humanity' by becoming a 'subsidiary' of Microsoft after receiving a $13 billion investment and owning 49% of its equity, was supported by a 35-page complaint. Legal experts noted the lawsuit heavily emphasized Musk's interests in OpenAI and lacked substantial grounds for the allegations. Musk's team chose to withdraw the lawsuit due to insufficient legal standing before the scheduled San Francisco hearing, with no response from either Musk or OpenAI. Nevertheless, Musk continues to hold biases against OpenAI, having founded his own AI company, xAI, claiming its technology is safer and more realistic, and threatening to prohibit Apple employees from using Apple devices if the company integrates OpenAI technology into its operating system.
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Reported 7 months ago
PLG聯盟冠軍戰第2戰，李學林首度在季後賽獲得出賽機會，雖無得分卻帶動局勢，幫助桃園璞園領航猿以20分之差擊敗對手新北國王，拿下冠軍賽首勝。李學林表示生涯第9次打冠軍賽，希望以經驗幫助球隊，與總仔噹及記者會互動，獲隊友及總教練盛讚。
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Reported 7 months ago
Nicola Coughlan made waves at the Bridgerton London screening, channeling a Regency-era bride in a blush-hued Rodarte gown with opera gloves and veil, accompanied by co-star Luke Newton. The Irish actress has been wowing with her red carpet looks, including a gold-plated corset and a sassy response to an internet troll. Her impeccable style and on-screen chemistry have captivated fans.
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Reported 7 months ago
In addition to collaborating with Google on services, Apple announced at WWDC 2024 the launch of 'Apple Intelligence,' revealing the use of Google's TPU for initial training behind the technology. Apple combined its own GPU with Google's TPU for accelerating the training of its AI models. While Apple has not responded to this revelation and no specifics on the type or usage percentage of Google TPU are disclosed, the integration hints at further collaboration between Apple and Google in the realm of cloud services. The move to utilize Google TPU for AI model training indicates Apple's shift towards maintaining dominance in AI technology application and reducing reliance on external resources, emphasizing their commitment to developing proprietary AI models.
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Reported 7 months ago
蘋果執行長Tim Cook在WWDC 2024期間接受訪談時表示，雖無法百分之百保證「Apple Intelligence」不會出錯，但將以最高規格打造此技術以提升生活及工作效率。新版Siri可連續對話互動、閱讀郵件更有效率，並使寫作、閱讀更快速。在隱私問題上，蘋果確保裝置端人工智慧運算效率，同時也強調在蘋果的價值觀下不斷研究確保產品品質，未來將與多個業者合作。
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Reported 7 months ago
Following the earlier teaser of the 'All For U' new phone, HTC officially announced the release of a new smartphone product named HTC U24 pro, now available for sale. The HTC U24 pro is equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, a large 6.8-inch immersive 3D curved screen with 120Hz refresh rate, 12GB RAM, 256GB or 512GB storage options, a 4600mAh battery with 60W wired fast charging and 15W wireless charging, and a camera setup including a 50MP main camera, 5MP wide-angle lens, 5MP telephoto lens, and an 8MP ultra-wide lens with AI photography features. The phone also offers IP67 water and dust resistance, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Gorilla Glass protection, under-screen fingerprint recognition, and compatibility with HTC VIVE XR Elite for virtual reality experiences. Pre-orders are available through various online platforms, with early bird promotions including free wireless earbuds for registration on the HTC website.
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Reported 7 months ago
Stock markets remained stable after the Federal Open Market Committee concluded its June meeting with unchanged interest rates. US equities mostly held steady, except for the Dow Jones, which turned negative post-decision. Analysts are still waiting to see the full impact of the FOMC meeting with anticipation for potential market movements, particularly after Federal Reserve Chair Powell's upcoming speech.
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Reported 7 months ago
In the recent updates released for Pixel devices, Google has finally introduced the Gemini Nano artificial intelligence model, originally only available in the Pixel 8 Pro, to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a. Additionally, DisplayPort display output support has been added to the Pixel 8 series, and the 'Find My Device' feature has been upgraded to allow location tracking up to 23 hours after the device is shut down or the battery is depleted. Various updates have been made, including features like quick search for unknown phone numbers on Pixel 6, improved camera functions on Pixel 6 when using HDR+ mode, and the ability to manually select different camera lenses on the Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel Fold. The Pixel Watch 2 update includes a standalone car crash detection feature where the watch will start a countdown if a potential crash is detected. Users in Taiwan can also utilize this function. Furthermore, the Pixel Watch series can now control smart home devices via the Google Home App and payment integration with PayPal is added to Google Wallet updates. Other improvements allow Pixel Tablets to directly link with Nest Doorbell when used with a base. Various updates and features aim to enhance user experience across Google devices.
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Reported 7 months ago
Recent research using ancient DNA from 64 sacrificed individuals at Chichén Itzá challenges the misconception that Maya sacrifices were predominantly young females, revealing that all victims were actually young boys, some related and including pairs of twins. This groundbreaking study adds complexity to the understanding of Maya rituals, indicating a 500-year use of the sacrificial chamber and providing insight into the genetic connections between past victims and present-day Maya communities.
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Reported 7 months ago
Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig were recently spotted showing affection in new photos in New York City, six months after their relationship was revealed. The couple, previously linked to the exes of Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, were seen sharing a kiss and embracing before Fiebig's trip departure. The article also mentions the background of the relationships between Robach and Holmes and their former spouses.
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Reported 7 months ago
Amtrak projects to surpass pre-COVID 2019 ridership levels for the first time in 2024, reaching a record high despite having reduced capacity. With ridership up 20% in the first seven months of the fiscal year, ticket revenue has also increased by 10% compared to 2023. CEO Stephen Gardner anticipates exceeding the 2019 record of 32.3 million passengers, highlighting challenges such as decreased business travel due to the pandemic and delays in new car and trainset services. Amtrak aims to double nationwide ridership by 2040, with increased services planned along the East Coast following Congress approval of $66 billion for rail projects, including $22 billion allocated to Amtrak.
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Reported 7 months ago
Jerry West 是 NBA 標誌的靈感來源，但 David Stern 從未承認 Jerry West 是標誌的靈感來源。儘管設計標誌的 Alan Siegel 在 2010 年告訴記者 Jerry Crowe '就是 Jerry West'，Stern 仍不肯承認。雖然人們推測 Stern 為何不說明 West 是標誌的原因，但至今仍未有官方宣布標誌是 Jerry West，即使現任 NBA 總裁 Adam Silver 表示 2021 年 '看起來非常像他。'
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Reported 7 months ago
Popular Taiwanese influencer 'Pot King' announced that a growing number of Taiwanese influencers will be traveling to China to film in late July, sponsored by the Chinese State Council in an effort to conduct cultural warfare against Taiwan. The influencer revealed that the hosting organizer would be the Cross-Strait Youth Association, offering free travel accommodations under the guise of the Cross-Strait Youth Cultural Month. Although the content of the videos is apolitical, suspicions were raised regarding the political intentions behind the initiative.
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Reported 7 months ago
Popular Taiwanese influencer 'Potter Wang' recently revealed that numerous Taiwanese internet celebrities will be traveling to China for video shoots starting from late July, with funding allegedly coming from the Chinese State Council. Wang mentioned that the purpose behind inviting these influencers is to conduct cultural influence operations on Taiwan, with the Taiwan Strait Exchange Foundation organizing the trips under the guise of 'Cross-Strait Youth Cultural Month'. Despite claims that politics would not be involved, this initiative raises concerns about potential hidden agendas in China's efforts toward Taiwan.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Federal Reserve's decision to dial back interest-rate forecasts includes key takeaways such as the median forecast for 2025 rising to 4.1% from 3.9%, implying four cuts compared to three projected in March; FOMC voting unanimously to keep benchmark rates unchanged; a tweak in statement language to acknowledge progress towards the inflation goal; an increase in PCE inflation and core PCE projections; and a lift in long term rate estimates to 2.8% from 2.6%.
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Reported 7 months ago
Traders at the NY Stock Exchange closely watched the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on June 12, which ended with rates held steady between 5.25% and 5.5%. Despite mentioning progress in recent inflation easing, the Fed increased its inflation expectations for the year and reduced expected rate cuts from three to one. The stock market rally slightly slowed down, although major indices hit new highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average briefly returned to flat post-rate decision, closing down 35 points or 0.091%. The S&P 500 closed up 0.85% to 54212 points, setting a new record. The Nasdaq Composite Index also hit a historical high at 17608 points. With inflation forecast raised, the Fed may delay and reduce rate cuts, contrary to earlier expectations of multiple cuts. Some investors now expect only one cut this year instead of the anticipated three. The Fed's updated 'dot plot' forecasts only one cut of 0.25%, leading some to doubt if any cuts will occur in 2019.
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Reported 7 months ago
美聯儲在周三將利率保持在二十年高位，並等待更多通脹降溫的跡象。美國中央銀行的官員預計今年只會降息一次，而官員們期待通貨膨脹達到他們的目標2%，並表示他們需要更多信心才能進行减息。雖然通脹在某些方面有所降溫，但美國許多人仍然感受到價格上升的壓力；然而，聯儲需要平衡勞動力市場與通脹之間的關係，盡管高利率可能會對勞動力市場造成不利影響，但迄今為止，勞動力市場表現良好。
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Reported 7 months ago
During the 2018 NBA Finals, Steph Curry was reportedly 'near tears' after Kevin Durant won the Finals MVP award, despite Curry's shooting struggles in Game 3. Former Warriors player Nick Young witnessed Curry's disappointment in the locker room after the game. Durant's outstanding performance in Game 3 solidified his claim to the MVP award, ultimately leading to Curry feeling emotional about missing out on the accolade.
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Reported 7 months ago
Oscar-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood shares the process of making leather bomber jackets for AppleTV+'s World War II series 'Masters of the Air', sourcing zippers from Japan and sheepskin linings from Scotland and England to ensure historical accuracy. The article also highlights the challenges faced in recreating aviator jackets, building planes for safe filming, creating designs for female characters, and using CGI to stitch together various locations, all to bring authenticity to the World War II drama.
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