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• Is Neuralink ready for human brain implants? Allegedly so

  27-03-2023 23:30 via go.theregister.com
  
  Wait, we forget, who runs this startup? Neuralink is reportedly trying to partner up with neurosurgery clinics to carry out clinical trials testing its invasive brain-computer interface devices on humans.…
  
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• Binance accused of breaking US financial laws

  27-03-2023 23:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  US regulators seek a ban on the crypto platform as they ramp up their regulation of the industry.
  
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• NFT: Plans for Royal Mint produced token dropped

  27-03-2023 21:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Plans for a government-backed digital token, ordered to be created by Rishi Sunak, have been axed.
  
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• What happens when YOU die? This new virtual reality 'death simulator' lets you find out 

  27-03-2023 20:10 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A new VR experience hopes to put people's fears of the afterlife to rest by simulating the de-escalation of life, from cardiac arrest to brain death, giving a glimpse into their final moments.
  
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• Exoplanet has NO atmosphere, James Webb telescope shows

  27-03-2023 19:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Trappist-1 b is the innermost planet in a solar system that's around 40 light years away from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
  
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• Scientists retract photo of 'first goblin shark seen in the Med' as it could actually show a TOY

  27-03-2023 19:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Scientists from the University of Patras and University of Aberdeen retracted their photo of a goblin shark washed up on Anafi Island after social media users found it looked like a toy replica.
  
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• WhatsApp lets you video call up to 8 people from your DESKTOP 

  27-03-2023 19:17 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  WhatsApp for Windows PC is also faster than before and syncs better with a smartphone. Mac users will have to wait for a similar update.
  
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• Exoplanet has NO atmosphere, James Webb telescope confirms

  27-03-2023 18:15 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Trappist-1 b is the innermost planet in a solar system that's around 40 light years away from Earth in the constellation Aquarius.
  
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• How Transhumanism Is At At Odds With Christianity

  27-03-2023 17:45 via technocracy.news
  
  One Christian writer offers six reasons why Transhumanism is wrong and ill-fated. Because it seeks to structurally change humans, it deserves critical analysis from all sides. My latest book, The Evil Twins of Technocracy and Transhumanism, reveals how global elitists at all levels are pushing Transhumanism; in reality, it is a return of eugenics from the 20th century. ⁃ TN EditorImagine a future when earth’s inhabitants are not humans, but cyborgs—robotlike beings with both bi
  
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• Animal rights group PETA demands ban on 'disrespectful' sporting terms such as 'bullseye' 

  27-03-2023 17:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Campaign group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has a list of sporting terms it now wants overhauled to avoid disrespect to animals.
  
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• Up to 80 PERCENT of US jobs could be impacted by ChatGPT-like AI in coming years, study warns

  27-03-2023 17:25 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  OpenAI and the University of Pennsylvania found ChatGPT-like AI can complete tasks faster than human works, putting 80% of US jobs at riskAnd here are the occupations set for an AI takeover.
  
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• ChatKJV: When ChatGPT Meets The King James Bible

  27-03-2023 17:18 via technocracy.news
  
  The Bible will now be parsed by ChatGPT, that is, Artificial Intelligence. Ask questions, it gives answers. But, ChatGPT has no soul, much less spirit. So, it is possible for AI to give meaningful interpretations and spiritual advice to sentient spiritual beings? It would seem not, but that won’t stop people from using ChatKJV.⁃ TN EditorThat was the short message Miracle posted on his Facebook page. He returned to comments asking how it would work and what they would use it for. Tha
  
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• Netflix users discover 'secret menu' that has hundreds of hidden movies and shows

  27-03-2023 16:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Netflix has a secret menu of hundreds of shows and movies that are accessed by unique codes. Here is how to access the hidden library and the different codes dedicated to specific genres.
  
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• Oh-Oh: ChatGPT Can Access The Internet And Run The Code It Writes

  27-03-2023 16:30 via technocracy.news
  Well, this is a slippery slope that may not end well. The question is, is ChatGPT intelligent enough to learn how to escape its boundaries into the broader internet? If it does escape, could a myriad of artificial, executing code modules ever be contained again? As ChatGPT is integrated into just about everything, it may not turn out as docile as planned.⁃ TN EditorLanguage model AIs teach themselves the arts of communication and problem solving based on a limited set of training data. In
  
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• Silicon Valley Bank: Collapsed US lender bought by rival

  27-03-2023 16:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The collapsed lender was seized by US regulators after a run on the bank.
  
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• Why fun apps are banned on French officials' phones

  27-03-2023 15:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  France is removing not only TikTok but all "recreational" applications from government devices.
  
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• Cryptocurrencies are not 'useful to society', says Nvidia 

  27-03-2023 15:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Michael Kagan, chief technology officer at US chipmaker Nvidia, says cryptocurrencies do not 'bring anything useful for society' despite using up massive amounts of processing power.
  
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• Climate change: trees grow for extra month as planet warms - study

  27-03-2023 15:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Scientists compared recent tree growth with detailed notes from a 19th Century Ohio farmer
  
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• Scotland's oldest tartan dates back to the 16th Century, experts say

  27-03-2023 13:23 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Discovered in a peat bog in Glen Affric in the Scottish Highlands, the priceless fabric features traces of green and brown and belonged to an unknown clan.
  
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• Unboxing Is So 2012. The Internet Wants Packing Videos

  27-03-2023 13:00
  
  The latest online shopping trend: paying to watch someone pack your order.
  
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• Are YOU a secret hoarder? Psychologist reveals the three tell-tale signs to watch out for

  27-03-2023 12:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Dr Sharon Morein, an expert in hoarding, is set to give a talk at Cambridge Festival, in which she will outline red-flag behaviours which are early signs to watch out for.
  
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• Jack Ma: Alibaba founder seen in China after long absence

  27-03-2023 11:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The 58-year-old reportedly visited a school that he founded in his hometown of Hangzhou.
  
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• Why scientists say you should feed your dog these vegetables instead of traditional treats 

  27-03-2023 11:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Georgia Woods-Lee, a canine nutritionist from the University of Liverpool, says that vegetables are actually the best snack for your pooch.
  
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• Five planets will be visible in the night sky on Tuesday evening

  27-03-2023 10:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  From the UK, Venus and Jupiter are expected to be most obvious to see, while spotting faint Mercury, Uranus and Mars may be a bit more challenging.
  
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• The Amazon Spring Sale is packed with device DEALS with up to 50% off

  27-03-2023 10:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SHOPPING: Amazon has kicked off their Spring Sale shopping event with deals on bestselling Echo, Fire TV, Blink and Ring devices and more - and you don't need a Prime membership.
  
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• They Posted Porn on Twitter. German Authorities Called the Cops

  27-03-2023 08:00
  
  Regulators are using an AI system to scan websites and messaging apps to find pornography. Creators face fines and potential prison sentences.
  
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• Elon Musk: Twitter says parts of source code leaked online

  27-03-2023 07:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Elon Musk has also reportedly indicated Twitter is now worth less than half the amount he paid for it.
  
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