Air Canada recently found itself in hot water after a passenger, Jake Moffatt, was given incorrect information by the airline’s chatbot regarding their bereavement travel policy. When Moffatt’s grandmother passed away, he turned to Air Canada’s website to book a flight. However, when seeking clarity on the bereavement rates, the chatbot provided inaccurate information, leading
In a groundbreaking study conducted by scientists from Tokyo Tech, two novel design techniques were found to significantly enhance the performance of fractional-N phase locked loops (PLLs). The primary focus of these methods was to reduce fractional spurs, which are unwanted signals that commonly affect PLLs in various radar systems and wireless transceivers. These advancements
The recent security breach involving Wyze cameras is once again raising concerns about the company’s transparency and commitment to user privacy. This incident comes just months after a previous security vulnerability that allowed strangers to view live feeds from other users’ cameras. The lack of communication and disclosure from Wyze about these issues is troubling,
The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to expand, with new startups emerging to revolutionize various industries. One such company is Sierra, co-founded by Bret Taylor and Clay Bavor, which aims to “elevate the customer experience” for major corporations through AI-powered agents. Sierra has already attracted prominent clients such as WeightWatchers, Sonos, SiriusXM, and OluKai.
Baldur’s Gate 3 has released its latest update, and it is packed with a plethora of improvements. While the update offers various enhancements, the standout feature is the upgraded romance system. The developers have put great effort into creating unique and personalized kisses for each character, reflecting their individual personalities. These kisses are now randomized
The cryptocurrency exchange giant, Coinbase, experienced a significant surge in its shares, soaring by 12% during U.S. premarket trading after unveiling its first quarterly profit in two years. This breakthrough has undoubtedly marked a game-changing milestone for the company, instilling investors’ confidence and triggering positive market reactions. Coinbase, the most prominent cryptocurrency venue in the
Computing technology has come a long way since its inception in the 1960s. However, the fundamental principles behind how computers process information have remained relatively unchanged. That is until now. Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a groundbreaking chip that utilizes light waves instead of electricity to perform complex mathematical computations essential to
The European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA) has been making waves in the tech industry. This landmark legislation demands that digital companies take responsibility for tackling illegal and problematic content. With the law already applying to very large platforms and set to expand its reach to all companies, it has become crucial for businesses to
Google is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of technology and innovation. Their latest experiment involves a new “Talk to a Live Representative” feature that aims to streamline customer service experiences. This experimental feature allows Google’s software to call a business on your behalf, navigate through phone trees, wait on
In the fast-evolving world of generative AI, much attention is given to the advancements in AI tools and the content they produce. However, the true value of conceptual creativity is often overlooked in these discussions. While OpenAI recently showcased its new “Sora” text-to-video tool, it is important to recognize that even with these powerful tools,