Meta has recently launched the Threads API, fulfilling a promise made to developers by the end of June. This free API opens up a world of possibilities for developers to create unique integrations into Threads, Meta’s competitor to the platform formerly known as Twitter. According to Jesse Chen, the director of engineering at Threads, developers
When Bae Jin-soo decided to leave his stable job at a prominent South Korean corporation to pursue his passion for storytelling through webtoons, he faced backlash from his family. In a surprising turn of events, Bae has now become a prominent figure in South Korea’s booming webtoon industry. Despite the initial skepticism, Bae taught himself
The European Union’s competition chief, Margrethe Vestager, recently highlighted a number of “very serious” issues with Apple under the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The investigation, which also includes Alphabet and Meta, started earlier this year and raised concerns about Apple potentially blocking businesses from informing users about cheaper product options or subscriptions outside of
Recent findings from the latest Reuters Institute Digital News Report reveal a surprising trend in social media news consumption. Despite efforts by platforms like X to position themselves as trustworthy news sources, users are actually turning away from these traditional platforms. The report, which surveyed over 94,000 individuals from 47 countries, paints a comprehensive picture
In a groundbreaking new study, scientists at the University of Nottingham’s School of Physics have developed a unique 3D printed vacuum system aimed at trapping dark matter to detect domain walls. This revolutionary approach is set to shed light on some of the universe’s most intriguing mysteries. The team of researchers, led by Professor Clare
In a recent guest essay published by The New York Times, US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is making a bold and urgent call to Congress. He is urging lawmakers to introduce warning labels for social media platforms, aimed at educating parents and adolescent users about the potential mental health risks associated with excessive use
Roboticists have made strides in developing sophisticated systems, yet teaching these systems new tasks remains a challenge. A recent development from researchers at Imperial College London and the Dyson Robot Learning Lab introduces the Render and Diffuse (R&D) method, aiming to unify low-level robot actions and RGB images through virtual 3D renders. This method could
In BioWare’s upcoming game, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, players will experience a change in party dynamics with the limitation of bringing only two companions into battle. This departure from the previous installment, Dragon Age: Inquisition, where players could bring three companions, raises questions about the impact on gameplay and storytelling. The reduction in party size
Aaron Damigos, a web support associate with Microsoft, found himself unexpectedly laid off due to the company’s shift in focus towards investing in artificial intelligence. The meeting in which he was let go included HR, his manager, and upper management, signaling a major change in the company’s direction. Despite no explicit confirmation from Microsoft, Damigos
Starboard Value, led by activist investor Jeff Smith, has recently acquired a significant stake in graphics-design firm Autodesk. The fund has engaged in discussions with Autodesk’s board regarding serious concerns surrounding the company’s internal investigation. The investigation ultimately led to the removal of Autodesk’s chief financial officer due to misleading disclosures about free cash flow