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Anthropic, an artificial intelligence research company, has issued a statement addressing concerns about its potential involvement with the U.S. Department of War. The statement emphasizes Anthropic's commitment to beneficial AI development and its intention to remain transparent about its work and collaborations.

The article discusses IDC's forecast for the global smartphone market, projecting a decline in shipments in 2022 due to economic headwinds, followed by a return to growth in 2023 and beyond. It also highlights the continued dominance of Android and iOS operating systems in the smartphone landscape.

The article discusses the growing trend of book ban legislation in the United States, which aims to restrict access to certain books, particularly those dealing with topics related to race, gender, and sexuality. It examines the potential impact of these laws on freedom of expression and the concerns they raise among educators, librarians, and civil liberties advocates.

The article discusses the concept of 'information overload' and how it can impact individuals' ability to process and make sense of the vast amount of information available today. It explores the potential negative consequences of information overload and suggests strategies for managing and addressing this challenge.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Palantir's involvement in providing AI-powered humanitarian aid in Gaza, as well as the banning of several international NGOs and human rights organizations from operating in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories.

Netflix has backed out of a deal with Warner Bros. in favor of a new agreement with Paramount, marking a shift in the streaming giant's content strategy as it navigates an increasingly competitive landscape.

Parakeet.cpp is an open-source C++ library that provides a high-performance, zero-copy GPU acceleration framework for numerical computing tasks. It aims to simplify the integration of GPU-accelerated computations into C++ applications, enabling efficient parallel processing on modern GPUs.

The article discusses enforcement actions taken by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) against Kalshi, an online trading platform. It outlines the CFTC's allegations of unauthorized trading and shares Kalshi's response to the enforcement cases.

The article discusses the Pentagon's efforts to develop and deploy artificial intelligence (AI) systems, with a focus on Anthropic, a startup founded by former Google researchers, and its involvement in the Pentagon's AI projects. It highlights the potential benefits and concerns surrounding the military's use of AI technology.

The head of Intel's foundry business, Randhir Thakur, has left the company to join Qualcomm. Naga Chandrasekaran has been appointed as the new head of Intel's foundry unit, which aims to diversify the company's chip manufacturing capabilities.

The article discusses new seat belt cameras being installed on Australian roads to catch drivers not wearing seatbelts, resulting in hefty fines. The technology is aimed at improving road safety and reducing the number of serious injuries and fatalities from not wearing seatbelts.

Netflix has decided to end its long-standing licensing deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, which allowed Netflix to stream some of Warner Bros. Discovery's content. This move signals a shift in Netflix's strategy as it aims to focus more on its own original content.

Researchers have discovered over 40,000 exposed OpenClaw devices, which are used for industrial control systems and could be vulnerable to attacks. The findings highlight the importance of securing industrial internet of things (IIoT) devices to prevent potential cybersecurity incidents.

The Linux kernel community is implementing a new developer authentication system to enhance the security and integrity of the codebase. The new system will require developers to sign their code commits using cryptographic keys, ensuring the authenticity and provenance of contributions.

The article explores the hidden costs associated with using coding agents, such as language barriers, lack of context knowledge, and the potential need for additional oversight and rework. It highlights the importance of carefully evaluating the tradeoffs when considering the use of coding agents in software development projects.

The article argues that preserving the web is not the problem, but rather the risk of losing it is the real issue. It highlights the importance of maintaining the web's open, decentralized nature and avoiding the concentration of power in the hands of a few tech giants.

This article explores the unique flavor of almonds, which comes from the presence of amygdalin, a compound that can produce cyanide when metabolized. It discusses the history, potential health benefits, and safety considerations around consuming almonds and other foods containing amygdalin.

The Canadian government has demanded that OpenAI implement safety changes to its AI systems, citing concerns over potential harms and the need for responsible development of advanced AI technology.

Metacritic, a popular review aggregator, has removed AI-generated reviews from its platform after concerns were raised about their legitimacy and the potential for misuse. The article discusses the implications of this decision and the ongoing debate around the role of AI in the review process.

This article outlines how the Depot team built Depot Wrapped, a year-in-review feature that provides users with personalized insights into their Depot usage. It details the technical approach, design considerations, and challenges faced during the development process.