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"Public technology sculpture" The Portal shut down after "inappropriate behaviour"
[Design]
2024/05/20 09:03
An interactive video installation connecting Dublin and New York City that was set to form part of NYCxDesign programming was temporarily shut down for poor behaviour from both cities.Founded by Lithuanian artist Benediktas Gylys, The Portal installation is an ongoing initiative in which two circular screens are installed in partner cities and cast a 24/7 live feed of its inhabitants to the oth...
(PDF) Mckinsey - AI for Social Good : Improving Lives and Protecting The Planet
[Business]
2024/05/17 09:10
As AI advances from predictive to generative capabilities, its potential to address social issues defined by the UN Sustainable Development Goals expands.Advances in AI have accelerated dramatically over the past two years, marked by an ability to design, train, and—most important—run AI at a large scale and for many millions of users. AI’s potential impact spans sectors and could deliver po...
A New AI Mobile Form Factor : Earbuds with Nano Camera and Smart AI
[Design]
2024/05/17 09:09
Earbuds are a kind of accessory you’ll find most common in anybody’s arsenal. They isolate you from the distracting outside world and help you focus while working, exercising, commuting, or anything in between.Extending the usability of earbuds for people with vision problems or in general even the common users who like to turn on their ANC at full blast. Apart from the audio information, the...
TikTok Auto-Labeling AI-Generated Content to Curtail Deepfakes, Misinformation
[Tech]
2024/05/17 09:07
The platform said it is going to join the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) to help drive Content Credentials adoption in the video sharing world.TikTok has become the first image and video sharing platform which will label artificial intelligence (AI) generated content.The Chinese short video platform is also planning to include AI-generated audio-only content on the net soon. It is import...
Ebay Unveils New Resell Feature to Transform Recommerce Experience
[Business]
2024/05/17 09:06
Online marketplace Ebay, which has been placing itself at the forefront of the recommerce clothing market, has unveiled a new ‘click-to-resell’ feature that will make it easier for sellers to list their pre-loved clothing with just “a few clicks of a button”.The new ‘resell on Ebay’ feature has been designed to transform the way consumers can resell their pre-loved fashion items and deliv...
(Video) Self-Balancing Commuter Pods May Find Use on Disused German Railways
[Product]
2024/05/17 09:06
Two of the Monocab test pods – plans call for the final version to be fully self-balancing.Country folk tend to like the independence offered by their cars, so how do you get them to use public transit? The Monocab system may be the answer, as it utilizes individual on-demand pods that travel on existing abandoned railways.It's a bit of a vicious circle. Many people in rural areas prefer using...
(Infographic) The Rising Cost of the Average US Home
[Investing]
2024/05/17 09:05
It’s all over the news and on display in this graphic from Madison Trust Company: home prices are rising dramatically. This graph shows the average American home price every year since the 60s. The information includes the average cost alongside the price adjusted for inflation.Looking at the numbers here, we can certainly see why housing costs are making headlines. Although there are a lot of...
Portable Media Streamer for XR Glasses Puts Google TV in Your Pocket
[Product]
2024/05/17 09:04
"The Pocket TV is a game-changer in redefining XR user experience," said RayNeo CEO Howie Li. "With this innovation, we're not just offering a product; we're crafting an unforgettable, on-the-go entertainment journey for users.""The Pocket TV is a game-changer in redefining XR user experience," said RayNeo CEO Howie Li. "With this innovation, we're not just offering a product; we're crafting an...
Perelel’s $10M Donation Advances Maternal Health Research and Supports Prenatal Care
[Design]
2024/05/17 09:04
Every expectant mother embarks on a journey filled with joy, anticipation, and, understandably, a dash of apprehension. The responsibility of nurturing a new life brings with it a plethora of considerations, chief among them being maternal health. Recognizing this critical aspect, Perelel, a maternal health startup, has pledged a substantial $10 million towards closing the healthcare research g...
