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https://www.thedrive.com/news/future-fords-could-repossess-themselves-and-drive-away-if-you-miss-payments
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De Drive
In a move that could revolutionize the automotive industry, Ford is reportedly exploring the possibility of developing vehicles that can repossess themselves if owners fail to make payments. According to a recent patent application filed by the company, the proposed technology would allow a vehicle to determine if a payment has been missed and, if so, to take action accordingly. The patent application suggests that the vehicle could notify the owner of the missed payment, lock itself, and even drive itself to a designated location for repossession if necessary. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 24 maart 2023
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https://www.protocol.com/bulletins/europe-dma-apple-imessage
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Protokol
The European Union is set to introduce the Digital Markets Act (DMA) which would target large technology companies, including Apple, in an effort to curb their market dominance. One key element of the proposed regulation is the requirement for tech companies to allow users to uninstall pre-installed applications, such as iMessage on iPhones, and install third-party alternatives instead. This could have a significant impact on Apple's messaging platform, as iMessage is currently pre-installed on all iPhones and is the default messaging service for iOS users. While Apple has argued that pre-installed applications help to provide a better user experience, critics have argued that this practice gives tech giants an unfair advantage over competitors. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 24 maart 2023
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https://www.theverge.com/2023/3/20/23648156/ikea-verity-drones-stock-counting-stores
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Verge
Publikaasjedatum: 24 maart 2023
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https://news.mit.edu/2023/carbon-dioxide-out-seawater-ocean-decorbonization-0216
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MIT
MIT researchers have developed a promising new method for removing carbon dioxide from seawater, which could greatly aid in efforts to combat climate change. The technique, which involves using an electric current to pull carbon dioxide out of the water, is far more efficient than existing methods of ocean decarbonization. The researchers say that their approach could be used on a large scale to reduce carbon dioxide levels in the ocean, and ultimately, in the atmosphere. The key to the method is a new type of membrane that allows carbon dioxide to be selectively extracted from seawater. The membrane is made of a polymer that is capable of conducting an electric current, and has tiny pores that only allow carbon dioxide molecules to pass through. By running an electric current through the membrane, the researchers were able to pull carbon dioxide out of the water and collect it in a concentrated form. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 24 maart 2023
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https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-hybrid-work-is-changing-offices-of-the-future-275d7368
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De Wall Street Journal
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a seismic shift in the way we work, with hybrid work becoming the norm for many employees. As a result, the office of the future is set to look very different, with a greater emphasis on flexibility and collaboration. The Wall Street Journal has recently reported on this trend, exploring how companies are adapting to meet the demands of the new workplace. One of the most significant changes is the increased importance of technology in the office. With remote workers needing to stay connected to their colleagues, companies are investing heavily in video conferencing software, virtual whiteboards, and other collaboration tools. This has led to a new type of office design, with more open spaces and fewer traditional workstations. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 24 maart 2023
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https://www.nesta.org.uk/data-visualisation-and-interactive/innovation-sweet-spots-food-innovation/
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Nesta
The Nesta organization has released a compelling data visualization and interactive tool called "Innovation Sweet Spots: Food Innovation." This platform provides a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations in the food industry, showcasing the areas that are currently experiencing the most significant technological advancements. By analyzing data from over 350,000 patents, the tool provides insights into the specific areas of the food industry that are experiencing the most growth and innovation. These areas include food production, packaging, and distribution, as well as new product development and the integration of technology in the food industry. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 24 maart 2023
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https://www.bbc.com/news/business-64538296
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BBC
A project is under way in northern Sweden which will drastically cut CO2 emissions in making steel.
Publikaasjedatum: 23 maart 2023
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https://www.wired.com/story/welfare-fraud-industry/
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Wired
The recent article published by Wired delves into the murky world of welfare fraud, which has become an industry in its own right. The author, Lauren Smiley, exposes the scale of the problem and the impact it has on those who genuinely need government assistance. The article highlights the fact that many individuals and organizations have become adept at manipulating the system to extract maximum benefits, leaving fewer resources for those who need it most. The article discusses various forms of welfare fraud, including identity theft, fake benefit claims, and other deceptive practices. Smiley notes that these fraudulent activities not only drain government resources but also harm vulnerable individuals who depend on welfare to survive. Furthermore, welfare fraud has become a lucrative business for some, with organized criminal groups using it as a means of income generation. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 23 maart 2023
FUTURE TIMELINE
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https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/glass-ceiling-index
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De Economist
The Economist's Glass Ceiling Index provides a comprehensive analysis of the level of gender equality in the workplace across 29 countries. The index takes into account a range of factors including the gender pay gap, the percentage of women in senior management positions, and the proportion of women in the workforce. The latest data shows that there has been some progress in closing the gender gap, but there is still a long way to go. The Nordic countries of Finland, Norway, and Sweden continue to lead the way in terms of gender equality, with these countries scoring the highest on the index. However, other countries, such as Germany and the United Kingdom, have seen a decline in their rankings, highlighting the fact that progress is not uniform across all countries. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 23 maart 2023
FUTURE TIMELINE
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https://www.wired.com/story/algorithms-welfare-state-politics/
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Wired
In a recent article published by Wired, the relationship between algorithms and welfare state politics is examined. The article discusses the use of algorithms in government programs aimed at providing aid and social welfare benefits to citizens, and raises concerns about how these algorithms may exacerbate inequality and discrimination. While algorithms can automate and streamline the delivery of benefits, they also have the potential to perpetuate bias and reinforce existing inequalities in society. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 23 maart 2023
FUTURE TIMELINE
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https://news.crunchbase.com/public/startup-spac-deals-oculis-embark
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Crunchbase
Oculis, a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing treatments for eye diseases, has announced that it will go public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) called Embark Group. The deal values Oculis at $325 million and will provide the company with approximately $140 million in cash, which will be used to fund clinical trials and further develop its product pipeline. This move to go public through a SPAC merger is becoming increasingly popular among startups, particularly in the healthcare sector, as it provides a faster and less expensive way to go public compared to a traditional initial public offering (IPO). SPACs are shell companies that raise capital through an IPO with the sole purpose of acquiring an existing company and taking it public. This allows the target company to bypass the lengthy and costly IPO process and benefit from the experience and network of the SPAC's management team. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 23 maart 2023
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https://horizons.gc.ca/en/2023/02/22/exploring-change-in-social-connection/
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Horizons Canada
In a recent report published by Horizons Canada, the changing landscape of social connection is explored in depth. The report takes a comprehensive look at the various factors that have contributed to the evolution of social connection, including advances in technology, changes in social norms, and the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The report concludes that the way we connect with one another is in a state of constant flux, and that individuals, organizations, and policymakers must be adaptable in order to keep up with these changes. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 22 maart 2023
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https://openai.com/product/gpt-4
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Openai
OpenAI hat de ûntwikkeling fan GPT-4 oankundige, de fjirde generaasje fan har foaroansteande natuerlike taalferwurkingsmodel. GPT-4 belooft it meast avansearre taalmodel noch te wêzen, mei ungewoane mooglikheden foar it generearjen fan minsklike tekst, oersetten tusken talen, beantwurdzjen fan komplekse fragen, en mear. Bouwe op it sukses fan syn foargonger, GPT-3, dy't yn 2020 waard frijlitten, sil GPT-4 noch machtiger algoritmen foar masine-learen, djipper neurale netwurken en ferbettere trainingmetoaden hawwe. It sil grutte hoemannichten gegevens kinne ferwurkje en analysearje, ynklusyf tekst, bylden en oare foarmen fan media, om krekte en gearhingjende taalútfier te meitsjen. Om mear te lêzen, brûk de knop hjirûnder om it orizjinele eksterne artikel te iepenjen.
Publikaasjedatum: 22 maart 2023
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https://www.wired.com/story/welfare-state-algorithms/
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Wired
The use of algorithms in the administration of social welfare programs has become increasingly prevalent, raising concerns about fairness and accuracy in the distribution of benefits. As highlighted in a recent Wired article, algorithms are being used to automate decisions about eligibility, benefit amounts, and program administration, but their opaque and complex nature often makes it difficult for individuals to understand how decisions are being made and to appeal unfavorable outcomes. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 22 maart 2023
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https://www.wired.com/story/welfare-algorithms-discrimination
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Wired
A system used by the Dutch city of Rotterdam ranked people based on their risk of fraud. The results were troubling.
Publikaasjedatum: 22 maart 2023
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https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/health-care/global-neuroscience-market-investment-report.html
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Deloitte
De merk foar neurowittenskippen hat de lêste jierren signifikante ynvestearring en groei sjoen, neffens in rapport fan Deloitte. It rapport, mei de titel "Global Neuroscience Market Investment Analysis," markeart de tanimmende fraach nei neuroscience-ûndersyk en it tanimmend oantal publike en partikuliere ynstellingen dy't ynvestearje yn it fjild. Ien fan 'e wichtichste driuwers fan dizze groei is de tanimmende prevalens fan neurologyske steuringen, wat hat laat ta in ferhege fokus op it begripen fan it harsens en it ûntwikkeljen fan nije behannelingen. It rapport merkt op dat yn 'e kommende desennia it oantal minsken dat libbet mei neurologyske steuringen wurdt ferwachte te ferdûbeljen, wat in driuwend ferlet skept foar mear ûndersyk en ûntwikkeling op dit gebiet. Om mear te lêzen, brûk de knop hjirûnder om it orizjinele eksterne artikel te iepenjen.
Publikaasjedatum: 22 maart 2023
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https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/03/03/china-censors-chatbots-artificial-intelligence/
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Bûtenlânske polityk
Artificial intelligence development may get held up for political reasons.
Publikaasjedatum: 21 maart 2023
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https://www.ben-evans.com/benedictevans/2023/3/6/ways-to-think-about-amazon-advertising
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Benedictus evans
In his recent blog post, technology analyst Benedict Evans explores the topic of Amazon advertising and offers several insightful perspectives on how to think about the e-commerce giant's advertising business. Evans notes that Amazon's advertising business has grown rapidly over the past few years and has become a significant revenue driver for the company, with estimates suggesting that it will generate over $30 billion in revenue by 2023. One key point that Evans emphasizes is that Amazon's advertising business is not just about sponsored search results, but also includes other forms of advertising such as display ads, video ads, and audio ads. This means that advertisers have a range of options when it comes to reaching Amazon's vast audience, and that Amazon's advertising business is more complex and nuanced than it might appear at first glance. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 21 maart 2023
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https://news.crunchbase.com/venture/silicon-valley-bank-collapse-startups/
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Crunchbase
The recent news of Silicon Valley Bank's collapse has sent shockwaves through the startup community. As a major player in the venture capital industry, Silicon Valley Bank has been a go-to source of funding and financial support for many early-stage startups. However, according to reports, the bank has been facing mounting losses and struggling to manage its loan portfolio in the face of increased competition. This news is particularly concerning for startups that have relied on Silicon Valley Bank's support to grow and scale their businesses. Many of these companies may now face difficulty finding new sources of capital, as the bank's collapse could lead to a tightening of credit markets and a reduction in overall investment activity. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 21 maart 2023
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https://www.salesforce.com/news/press-releases/2023/03/07/einstein-generative-ai/
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Salesforce
Salesforce has announced the launch of Einstein Generative AI, a groundbreaking new tool that promises to revolutionize the way companies create content. Using advanced artificial intelligence techniques, Einstein Generative AI is able to generate high-quality, customized content at scale, helping businesses to improve their marketing efforts and engage with customers more effectively. One of the key benefits of Einstein Generative AI is its ability to create content that is both unique and relevant to the target audience. By analyzing vast amounts of data, including customer behavior, preferences, and demographics, the tool is able to generate content that resonates with the target audience, leading to higher engagement rates and increased conversions. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 21 maart 2023
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https://edition.cnn.com/2023/03/09/tech/china-us-netherlands-chips-curbs-response-hnk-intl/index.html
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CNN
The global semiconductor industry is facing uncertainty as tensions continue to rise between China and the United States, following the recent decision by the Netherlands to implement new restrictions on the export of semiconductor equipment to China. The move comes amid concerns over China's strategic ambitions to dominate the industry and the potential risk it poses to global supply chains. The Netherlands is a major hub for the semiconductor industry, and the new curbs are expected to have a significant impact on Chinese firms such as Huawei, which relies heavily on Dutch-made equipment. This latest development follows similar actions taken by the US and other countries to limit the export of semiconductor technology to China, citing concerns over intellectual property theft and national security risks. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
Publikaasjedatum: 21 maart 2023