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With the advent of artificial intelligence tools that can quickly create modified images and videos, it has become easier than ever to produce fake images to spread political disinformation ahead of the upcoming US presidential election. According to Bloomberg, Midjourney proposes to ban political images entirely. David Holtz, Midjourney’s CEO, reportedly told users during a […]
A group of Chinese scientists reported on the development and testing of powerful microwave weapons to destroy drones, airplanes and even satellites. But the most amazing thing is that the electricity for it is generated by four Stirling engines installed on the truck. As a result, the combat platform consumes only 20% of the power […]
Acer has announced the release of a new model of the Predator Extreme electric scooter, focused on extreme riding and stunts. The developers sought to recreate the power and capabilities of an off-road motorcycle in a compact device. The special design of the front fork and low center of gravity provides the Predator Extreme with […]
Satellites are very expensive to build and send into orbit, and engineers work to ensure that they last as long as possible. However, there is one limiting factor – the need for fuel. Most satellites are passive objects orbiting the Earth. They need to maintain a position so that their solar panels are facing the […]
At Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, which will be held from February 26 to 29, Lenovo will present a series of new laptops, including one with a unique transparent display. According to Windows Report, which published the first images of this laptop, the device will have a bezel-less design with an almost completely transparent […]
The British defense company BAE Systems has unveiled a model of its “secret” attack drone. The company has publicly demonstrated its new drone concept for the first time. Details about the new drone are not disclosed, as well as its capabilities. However, BAE Systems has confirmed that the concept is a medium-sized UAV designed to […]
The price of bitcoin has risen above $45 thousand. for the first time since January, when the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved spot bitcoin ETFs. This was reported by CNBC. According to TradingView, the first cryptocurrency rose by 3% to $45359. It was followed by other coins from the top 10, except for […]
After former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson announced an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the X platform, the number of downloads of the app, formerly known as Twitter, skyrocketed, putting X at number one in the US App Store. According to various media outlets, including Reuters, AP, and The New York Times, the […]
After a long, long wait, Apple is changing the way Windows users use its services by launching three new programs: Apple TV, Apple Music, and Apple Devices. The company aims to reduce the need for Windows users to use iTunes by offering a more direct and simplified way to access entertainment features and manage Apple […]
The timing of this submarine’s return to service has been constantly shifting to the right, and is now projected at 2025. Russian propaganda media claim that their Project 949AM nuclear submarine Irkutsk, part of the Pacific Fleet and currently undergoing repairs and modernization at the Zvezda plant in the coastal region, was launched in 2023, […]