SFPD arrests woman who vandalized several Mission District businesses with graffiti

A woman was arrested for vandalizing businesses by spray-painting graffiti over murals in San Francisco's Mission District.

The Post investigated cops accused of sexually abusing kids. Here's what we learned.

The investigation uncovered systemic failures enabling child sexual abuse by police officers, with 1,800 officers charged between 2005 and 2022.

Agents are the 'third wave' of the AI revolution

Agentic AI represents a transformative third wave in artificial intelligence, focusing on intelligent agents that can autonomously manage complex tasks.
Schrems scores a glancing blow against Netflix in the Netherlands. Lessons here re: third party sharing and utilization of email addresses.

Dutch DPA Fines Netflix 4.75 Million for GDPR Violations Over Data Transparency

Netflix was fined €4.75 million by the Dutch DPA for insufficient user data transparency and GDPR violations.

Feds issue another warning about texting dangers - the scary reason to stop using two-factor authentication now

Users should avoid receiving two-factor authentication codes via SMS due to security vulnerabilities exposed by recent telecom breaches.
The balance between safety and facilitating innovation is so challenging here.

EU privacy body weighs in on some tricky GenAI lawfulness questions | TechCrunch

The EDPB opinion advises AI developers on navigating GDPR for lawful data use in AI model development.

Israel Is Invading Syria and Destroying Its Defenses Amid National Upheaval

Israel is exploiting Syria's power vacuum after Assad's regime weakened, launching nearly 500 strikes to dismantle its military capabilities.

Mark Cuban says AI won't have much of an impact on jobs that require you to think

Artificial Intelligence is expected to disrupt jobs that require simple decision-making, while enhancing complex roles through automation and human oversight.

Maps Pinpoint Where Democrats Lost Ground Since 2020 in 11 Big Cities

To offset gains that Donald J. Trump made in rural and suburban America in 2024, Kamala Harris needed to do better than Joseph R. Biden Jr.'s strong 2020 electoral performance in cities.

People who work from home get more sleep, new study finds

Home workers gain an average of 24 minutes more sleep due to time saved from not commuting.
Elimination of daily commute allows home workers to have better rest and increased physical activity.
It's fair to say that artists fear for their jobs ... but it's also fair to criticize folks pushing AI in all places, demanding that artists re-think everything they know about art in favor of the unquestioned AI future. That future often feels fuzzy and kool-aid fueled.

Adobe execs say artists need to embrace AI or get left behind

Adobe is firmly committed to generative AI, suggesting creators not adopting it may not succeed.
There are concerns among some artists regarding the implications of AI on their work and industry.

NFL QB stock report, Week 7: No need to argue about Brock Purdy anymore. He's elite

Teams are realizing the need for quarterbacks ahead of the NFL Draft, especially the Raiders and Giants.
Drafting a quarterback is challenging this year, with many teams unsure about potential picks.
Ownership decisions may hinder certain teams from pursuing quarterback changes despite needs.

Meta can't use sexuality to target adverts, EU court rules

A court has ruled Meta cannot use users' sexual orientation for targeted advertising in the EU.

'Imposing and dreadful': Report alleges SF Zoo is unsafe

San Francisco Zoo is criticized for outdated habitats and mismanagement, requiring modern redesign to ensure animal welfare and safety.

Here's the full list of 39 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2024 | TechCrunch

Venture funding for AI companies surged to $18.9 billion in Q3 2024, reflecting strong investor confidence in the sector.
OpenAI's $6.6 billion venture round marked the largest deal in venture capital history.
Major funding rounds in AI demonstrate that investor interest remains high despite signs of AI fatigue.
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