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New York Amsterdam News
3 hours ago
Left-wing politics

Kamala Harris challenges history, reuniting communities in presidential bid

Kamala Harris is the first Black woman since 1972 to challenge white male ideology as a prerequisite for becoming an American presidential candidate.
www.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC politics

NYC streets see most traffic deaths to start year in a decade: report | amNewYork

New York City experienced the deadliest first six months of the year since adopting Vision Zero, with collisions killing 127 people, placing blame on city leaders for not implementing proven solutions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine war briefing: Pentagon accounting error creates path for billions more to be sent to Kyiv

The Pentagon found $2bn more errors in equipment calculations for Ukraine, totaling $8.2bn. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
21 hours ago
Left-wing politics

Now Facing Harris, Trump Backs Off Commitment to Debate in September

Advisers to Trump refuse to commit to a debate following Democratic candidate change from Biden to Harris. [ more ]
 @micshasan19 hours ago
So sad to be in this position after such an exciting off-season.
www.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
San Francisco Giants

Kurtenbach: The SF Giants are cooked, leaving Farhan Zaidi with a big decision

The Giants are struggling to perform up to playoff standards despite high expectations. [ more ]
 @micshasan19 hours ago
Good to action here. At some point, when reasonable accommodations are not being taken, our streets and sidewalks are no longer open for you.
ABC7 San Francisco
22 hours ago
San Francisco

Bay Area mayors respond to Gov. Newsom's order to remove homeless encampments

The mayors in the Bay Area support the governor's executive order to remove homeless encampments, emphasizing the need for compassion and urgent action. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 day ago
OMG science

Mars rover discovers an ancient rock with a 'potential biosignature'

NASA's Perseverance rover found a rock on Mars with potential organic molecules, hinting at past biological activity, yet further study is needed for definitive conclusions. [ more ]
Mission Local
1 week ago
San Francisco

5 Haight-Ashbury

Built for Zero program aims to address homelessness in Haight-Ashbury by improving shelter supply, real-time data collection, and bureaucratic integration. [ more ]
Business Insider
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI's big idea to increase the safety of its tech is to have AI models police each other

OpenAI is experimenting with AI models explaining their thought processes to each other for transparency. [ more ]
 @micshasan6 days ago
Man, we've been at the 10 yard line for months ... loosing credibility here.
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

Blinken Says Gaza Cease-Fire Deal Is Inside the 10-Yard Line'

An agreement close to freeing hostages in Gaza and establishing a cease-fire, facing obstacles and tensions with Israeli Prime Minister's visit. [ more ]
The Conversation
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

AI mass surveillance at Paris Olympics - a legal scholar on the security boon and privacy nightmare

Increased surveillance using AI will be a key component of security operations during the 2024 Paris Olympics. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

How Biden's AI policies pushed some Silicon Valley bigwigs toward Trump

Tech industry leaders showing support for Trump's AI policy shift towards self-regulation and industry-led agencies. [ more ]
San Francisco Chronicle
1 week ago
San Francisco

Could S.F.'s Embarcadero Plaza become a 'world class' park? There are plans to make it happen

Largely ignored despite its prominent setting near the bay, San Francisco's stark Embarcadero Plaza is getting more attention than it has in decades - with a private developer and Mayor London Breed's administration working on overhaul plans while one of Breed's mayoral contenders this week floated a concept of his own.
Irish Independent
1 week ago
EU data protection

EU Parliament to decide today on second term for Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen

European Commission chief von der Leyen's fate to be decided by EU politicians in upcoming vote. [ more ]
San Francisco Chronicle
1 week ago
California

Surging California wastewater readings signal 'very high' COVID levels

California is now one of seven states where wastewater levels of the coronavirus have soared to the " very high " mark for the first time since winter, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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The summer surge is driven by more transmissible variants of SARS-CoV-2, waning immunity from vaccinations, and more people letting down their guard.
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Statewide, emergency room visits are up by 15% compared with the previous week, and the coronavirus test positivity rate has leapt to 13% from a low of 1.8% just three months ago.
Fortune
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Hackers stole $19,000 from my bank account using my phone

Port-out hijacking, a form of identity theft, can result in significant financial loss even for tech-savvy individuals, highlighting the importance of staying vigilant online. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 week ago
San Francisco

Man charged with allegedly kidnapping teen girl at SF BART station

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A man has been arrested and charged with kidnapping a teenage girl at the Powell Street BART station last week, prosecutors said.
ESPN.com
1 week ago
San Francisco 49ers

WR Aiyuk requests trade from 49ers, source says

Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

Giants nab potential steal of draft with slew of Day 2 picks

It isn't exactly clear why Jordan fell to No. 116 after being ranked as the draft's No. 34 prospect by MLB.com, but Giants president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi certainly is glad he did.
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The outfielder previously viewed as a Day 1 prospect was available for San Francisco much later than many expected, giving the team the chance nab the potential steal of the draft thanks to Jordan's power-hitting ways.
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The Giants went with power for a third consecutive pick, selecting a bat with the ninth-best wRC+ in the draft at 183.
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Christian had a 1.288 OPS with 26 home runs in 235 plate appearances this season at San Diego after transferring from Point Loma Nazarene University.
www.npr.org
1 week ago
California

California's wildfires are burning far more land so far this year than in 2023

California's wildfire season in 2021 is significantly more severe compared to previous years. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 weeks ago
San Francisco Giants

Where Luciano stands in Giants' shortstop plans after Ahmed DFA'd

SAN FRANCISCO -- When the Giants signed former Gold Glove Award winner Nick Ahmed in the spring, many wondered why they didn't just push for a reunion with Brandon Crawford, their own multi-time Gold Glove shortstop.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

How Ramos went from Giants' early camp cut to MLB All-Star

The unexpected rise of Heliot Ramos as an All-Star player with emotional family reactions. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Apple, Anthropic and other companies used YouTube videos to train AI

Over 170,000 YouTube videos' subtitles were used by tech firms like Apple without permission, highlighting concerns over AI transparency and data ethics. [ more ]
www.nature.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Astronomers May Have Just Found a Midsize Black Hole Lurking in the Milky Way

Astrophysicists potentially discovered a massive black hole near our Galaxy, second-largest if confirmed, possibly an intermediate-mass black hole. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
7 years ago
US Elections

Donald Trump Suggests Second Amendment People' Could Act Against Hillary Clinton (Published 2016)

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Kqed
1 week ago
SF politics

San Francisco Mayoral Candidates Agree Bold Action Is Needed on Housing. What Are Their Proposals? | KQED

Building affordable housing in San Francisco is a challenge despite high need.
Mayor London Breed is focused on increasing housing development at all income levels. [ more ]
Adweek
1 week ago
Marketing tech

Challenger Adtech Firms Compete for Oracle Advertising Clients

As Oracle Advertising winds down-with it, contextual firm Grapeshot and media quality firm Moat-ad verification firms like Integral Ad Science and DoubleVerify are in the best position to scoop up former clients, (neither has said how many inbound leads they've had).
The Drum
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Google's Privacy Sandbox terms may, ironically, violate privacy law, new research says

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NBC Sports Bay Area & California
1 week ago
San Francisco 49ers

NFL exec calls Kittle 'more explosive' tight end than Kelce

George Kittle consistently has been one of the NFL's elite tight ends for several years, dating back to his breakout 2018 campaign.
The Atlantic
1 week ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

How Biden Can Trump-Proof Ukraine's Cause

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The three steps that the United States should take now
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Startup companies

Here's the full list of 28 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2024 | TechCrunch

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For some, AI fatigue is real - but clearly venture investors haven't grown tired of the category.
www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
EU data protection

Elon Musk's X platform in breach of EU rules DW 07/12/2024

TechnologyUnited States of America07/12/2024July 12, 2024 The European Commission said the X media platform was violating EU content laws with its blue tick checkmarks.
 @micshasan2 weeks ago
Would love wooly pet and i think my yard is big enough!
www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
OMG science

A 3D reconstruction of the woolly mammoth genome might help revive the extinct species

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AdExchanger
2 weeks ago
Marketing tech

Uber's Evolution Shows How Retail Media Will Get More Complicated - And Lucrative | AdExchanger

Hi, Readers!
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Welcome back to AdExchanger's Commerce Media Newsletter.
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This week, we'll take a dive into the Uber Eats advertising business.
 @micshasan2 weeks ago
Your old hood, @felipe!
San Francisco Chronicle
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

How did S.F.'s Dogpatch get its name? It starts with a murder

But the word "Dogpatch" emerged in American lexicon in the 1940s, when Al Capp's comic strip Li'l Abner was peaking in fame.His characters lived in the fictitious hillbilly town of Dogpatch, Ky., a ridiculously exaggerated collection of backwater stereotypes.
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"A 35-year-old San Francisco man was shot to death last night in front of a hotel where he lived in what police called 'the Dogpatch' on the fringe of the Potrero District," the Chronicle reported on Aug. 4, 1972.
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That's the breaking news in this column: Dogpatch was likely named by the cops.
Quartz
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

Amazon's algorithms come under scrutiny in Europe

The European Union's fight against Big Tech continued Friday when it asked Amazon to provide more information on how it is complying with the Digital Services Act (DSA), a law mandating that big companies combat harmful content on their websites and set advertising transparency standards.
ReadWrite
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

Elon Musk's X set to get more warnings from EU

The European Union is set to issue a formal warning to Elon Musk's social media platform X for not adequately addressing harmful content.
 @micshasan3 weeks ago
I ned a better bed time routine for sure. An hour of relaxation before a reasonable bed time sounds absolutely amazing. But is it achievable?
Fortune Well
3 weeks ago
Wellness

Can't get a good night's rest? Watch out for these 8 ways you may be sabotaging your sleep

Creating a bedtime routine and allowing time for relaxation and winding down can significantly improve sleep quality and overall health. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
3 weeks ago
San Francisco Giants

Giants continue cosplaying as good baseball team

The importance of the schedule in the MLB Wild Card race [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 weeks ago
San Francisco Giants

What we learned as Webb, Chapman fuel series-clinching win over Braves

Logan Webb pitched seven strong innings to earn his first win in nearly a month, and the Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Thursday for their third consecutive series win.
ITPro
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

23andMe's disastrous data breach just landed it a regulatory probe

Regulators are jointly investigating 23andMe's data breach to assess the extent of information exposure, adequacy of safeguards, and notification compliance. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

FTC Chair Lina Khan shares how the agency is looking at AI | TechCrunch

The FTC aims to examine AI technology while ensuring fair competition for startups without stifling innovation. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk claims Apple's new AI tools are a privacy risk. How much of a concern are they? | CBC News

Elon Musk criticizes Apple for integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT into its devices, citing privacy concerns and threatening to ban Apple devices at his companies. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

Silicon Valley-backed initiative to build new Solano Co. city qualifies for November ballot

Silicon Valley-backed initiative aims to build a green city for 400,000 people in Solano County. [ more ]
ScienceDaily
1 month ago
Wellness

Painful truth about knee osteoarthritis: Why inactivity may be more complex than we think

One study found 69% of people with knee pain had subconscious beliefs that exercise was dangerous, highlighting the conflict between pain and physical activity. [ more ]
Theregister
1 month ago
EU data protection

Microsoft accused of tracking kids with education software

Data protection group Noyb is investigating Microsoft 365 Education for potential GDPR transparency breaches. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
Information security

Cyber attack on major London hospitals declared as critical incident

Major London hospitals faced cyber attack impacting services. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Sam Altman Admits That OpenAI Doesn't Actually Understand How Its AI Works

OpenAI struggles to understand how its AI models work despite advancements in AI technologies. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Extremely impressive': melanoma jab trial results excite doctors

The first personalized mRNA cancer vaccine for melanoma reduces risk significantly, showing promising results for cancer treatment. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Urgent warning to all iPhone users after cyberattack targets devices

Regularly turn off phones to prevent cyberattacks on iPhone and Android devices. [ more ]
Harvard Gazette
1 month ago
Wellness

Women who follow Mediterranean diet live longer - Harvard Gazette

Following a Mediterranean diet can reduce the risk of all-cause mortality by up to 23%, benefiting cancer and cardiovascular health. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Guilty,' and History Is Made

Donald Trump convicted of 34 felony counts, first American president convicted of a crime. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

The fog around OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's 2023 ouster is beginning to clear

Sam Altman's honesty under scrutiny amidst serious accusations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Office vacancies stay sky-high in downtown San Jose, San Francisco

Downtown San Jose and San Francisco face high office vacancies with minimal improvement in commercial real estate, signaling challenges in the market. [ more ]
Engadget
2 months ago
EU data protection

The UK passes its version of the EU's Digital Markets Act

The UK passed the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers (DMCC) Bill to regulate and increase competition in digital markets. [ more ]
The Atlantic
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Google Is Playing a Dangerous Game With AI Search

Google's new AI feature provides direct answers to health queries, but accuracy issues may be a concern. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco homicide: Woman stabbed during fight

LGBT youth program participant Michelle Henry, 25, fatally stabbed in San Francisco, suspect arrested. [ more ]
Coindesk
2 months ago
EU data protection

U.S. House Set to Vote for First Standalone Crypto Market Structure Bill

The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a bill reshaping digital asset regulation, granting CFTC spot-market authority over commodities and defining SEC jurisdiction. [ more ]
The Atlantic
2 months ago
Wellness

Ozempic or Bust

Each new solution to the obesity epidemic in America has failed to live up to its promise over four decades. [ more ]
Truthout
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Facing Constant Doxxing Threats, Reproductive Health Workers Fear for Their Data

Data brokers sell sensitive personal information, posing threats to military personnel and abortion providers. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Writing

Frank Stella, Towering Artist and Master of Reinvention, Dies at 87

Frank Stella was a dominant figure in postwar American art known for his innovative black paintings that steered art towards minimalism. [ more ]
Theregister
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Warren Buffet voices AI fears, likens tech to the atom bomb

Concerns raised by Warren Buffett regarding AI's potential negative impact on society. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
2 months ago
San Francisco Giants

Giants off to their worst start since Farhan Zaidi's first year

This post was originally titled, "The Giants' 15-20 start is really funny," but I'm not above a grabbier headline and, well, it's factually correct that the San Francisco Giants haven't started a season 15-20 since 2019, Farhan Zaidi's first year as President of Baseball Operations.
Ars Technica
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Microsoft ties executive pay to security following multiple failures and breaches

Microsoft faced major security breaches resulting in data exposure and criticism. The company is taking steps to improve its security practices and prioritize security as the top concern. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US Elections

Hope Hicks Takes the Stand: 5 Takeaways From Trump's Criminal Trial

Hope Hicks testified on Mr. Trump's Access Hollywood tape impact and emotional state during trial, marking dramatic trial events. [ more ]
The Economic Times
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet completes successful test flight with Air Force Secretary onboard

The U.S. Air Force aims to deploy over 1,000 unmanned AI-controlled warplanes by 2028. [ more ]
Futurism
2 months ago
OMG science

James Webb Detects Weather on Exoplanet From 280 Light Years Away

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope detects weather on distant exoplanet, revealing extreme conditions and detailed atmospheric composition. [ more ]
McCovey Chronicles
2 months ago
San Francisco Giants

SF Giants News: Patrick Bailey injury update

It's important not to take risks with potential concussions in sports, prioritizing player safety above all else. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Russia seizes more ground in Ukraine's east as Kyiv's forces await supplies

Frantic increase in weapons pledges by European allies as Russian forces advance in Ukraine, even as US military aid faces delays. [ more ]
 @micshasan2 months ago
RIP a Park Slope legend ...
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

A literary voice for the ages': Paul Auster remembered by Ian McEwan, Joyce Carol Oates and more

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If his imagination seemed so spacious it was because he was as much a European as an American writer.
If he had Thoreau at his back, he also had Beckett.
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Joyce Carol Oates: He was a monumental literary presence' Photograph: Kyle Kielinski/The Guardian American writer Paul Auster was an anomaly: a thoroughly warm, witty, sympathetic, laughter-loving individual, with insatiable intellectual curiosity and a gift for friendship; at the same time, he was a monumental literary presence, somewhat intimidating for the zeal with which he immersed himself in his writing, near-overwhelming in the abundance of his creative energies.
 @micshasan2 months ago
So relieved to see progress being made here.
SFGATE
2 months ago
San Francisco

88 arrests made in 7-month Bay Area retail theft operation

A video shared on social media Monday shows a police pursuit outside a San Mateo Target store that was part of a larger retail theft operation by three San Francisco Bay Area cities that has resulted in 88 arrests, law enforcement said Monday.
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Jerami Surratt, a spokesperson for the San Mateo Police Department, told SFGATE on Tuesday that the video shows officers from departments in all three cities chasing after a man accused of shoplifting at the Target at Bridgepointe Shopping Center on March 14.
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In seven months, in addition to making the arrests, the group has responded to 82 crimes, recovered 719 items with a total value of $23,521, and seized two weapons, according to a news release.
www.amny.com
2 months ago
Writing

Paul Auster, 77, prolific writer known for The New York Trilogy' | amNewYork

Paul Auster, a prolific and innovative writer, passed away at the age of 77. He left a significant literary legacy appreciated worldwide. [ more ]
Quartz
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI is swallowing up news content from publishers who want some ChatGPT love

OpenAI is striking licensing deals with publishers like Financial Times to use their content in ChatGPT models, impacting the business models of publishers. [ more ]
The Verge
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft's billion-dollar OpenAI investment was trigged by Google fears, emails reveal

Microsoft invested $1 billion in OpenAI in 2019 to catch up with Google's AI scaling efforts. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

FCC fines big three carriers $196M for selling users' real-time location data

FCC fined major carriers for illegally sharing customer location data without consent or protection measures. [ more ]
Adweek
3 months ago
Marketing tech

Buyers Are Wasting Money on Alt IDs

Brands face over-targeting and wastage when using alternative identifiers due to limited cookieless inventory. [ more ]
Intelligencer
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Trump vs. Biden Polls: Kennedy Now Threatens Both Candidates

Biden performs better in polls when facing independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., potentially impacting Trump's support. [ more ]
The Verge
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Zuckerberg says it will take Meta years to make money from generative AI

The generative AI development at Meta is not expected to generate profits in the short term. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US Elections

Arizona Charges Giuliani and Other Trump Allies in Election Interference Case

Several key figures who advised Donald J. Trump during the 2020 election were indicted in Arizona, including Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows. [ more ]
 @micshasan3 months ago
it's all part of our 'tank his ERA and hope he doesn't opt-out after this season' plan ...
SFGATE
3 months ago
San Francisco Giants

SF Giants place Blake Snell on injured list with adductor strain

Offseason signing Blake Snell of San Francisco Giants placed on injured list just before his scheduled start. [ more ]
CalMatters
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Who's selling your digital data? California gives you tools to protect your online privacy

Data brokers like Near Intelligence and Outlogic sell location and personal data, potentially compromising user privacy. [ more ]
 @micshasan3 months ago
If it doesn't run locally, it won't be worthwhile. Waiting for Siri to connect has been a major buzzkill.
The Verge
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Apple's new AI model hints at how AI could come to the iPhone

Apple is focusing on generative AI for local device use. [ more ]
 @micshasan3 months ago
This is .... hella punk, and I respect it.
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Germany news

German art museum fires worker for hanging his own painting in gallery

The museum fired an employee for hanging his own painting in the gallery for personal gain.
The incident went unnoticed by security, but the museum took swift action and terminated the employee's contract. [ more ]
MarTech
3 months ago
Marketing tech

Reminder - Google is turning off all Universal Analytics services and APIs | MarTech

Google is discontinuing all Universal Analytics services and APIs on July 1, replacing them with Google Analytics 4 properties.
Failing to migrate to GA4 and export data before the deadline could negatively impact campaign performance and access to historical data. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
San Francisco

Is the doom loop over? Downtown San Francisco showing signs of economic rebound, experts say

Downtown San Francisco facing challenges with high office vacancy rates
Signs of potential recovery with increased tenant demand and company expansions [ more ]
Iapp
3 months ago
EU data protection

A view from Brussels: Privacy professionals face 'complex future'

The 'Brussels effect' in global privacy regulations was a key focus at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2024.
Challenges and uncertainties persist for organizations trying to navigate new data-governance legislation and its implications. [ more ]
TechRepublic
3 months ago
Information security

5 Best Password Managers for Android in 2024

Android accounts for 70.1% of mobile operating systems worldwide in Q4 2023.
Password managers on Android enhance security by encrypting and organizing passwords. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

NEW POLL: Biden Beats Trump By 4 Nationally 17th National Poll Win In Past Month

Biden leads Trump in multiple national polls, with a significant swing in favor of Biden in recent polls.
Polls show fluctuations in support for Biden and Trump, with mixed results depending on the inclusion of third-party candidates. [ more ]
time.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Here's What to Know About the Rare Hybrid Eclipse

A hybrid eclipse occurs when the moon's distance is between apogee and perigee, allowing for the appearance of both total and annular eclipses.
The type of eclipse observed during a hybrid eclipse is determined by the observer's position on Earth relative to the moon. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco Giants

How 'special' Lee has amazed Chapman, Giants teammates

Jung Hoo Lee impresses with .292/.345/.417 average in his rookie season.
Matt Chapman praises Lee's skills, calling him a special player with excellent bat-to-ball skill and confidence. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Writing

John Cooper Clarke: I read Kerouac at 12 and figured I could improve on it'

Reading influences span from comics to classic literature.
Personal growth from initial disdain to appreciation of literary works. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Tik Tok is under investigation by the FTC and could face a lawsuit

FTC is investigating TikTok over data and security practices, potentially leading to a settlement or lawsuit.
FTC looking into whether TikTok violated federal laws on unfair business practices and children's privacy protection. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI apocalypse' could take away almost 8m jobs in UK, says report

Approximately 8 million UK jobs could be lost to AI, with women, younger workers, and those on lower wages most at risk.
First wave of AI adoption already affecting jobs, second wave could automate more jobs, particularly higher-earning roles. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco Giants

What we learned as Giants waste Webb's strong start in loss to Padres

Logan Webb's strong performance wasn't enough for Giants to secure a win on Opening Day.
Despite a late rally led by Michael Conforto, the Giants fell short in a 6-4 defeat against the Padres. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco Giants

Giants' Opening Day roster includes surprises, notable omissions

Front offices focus on protecting 40-man roster, while also being opportunistic during Opening Day transitions.
San Francisco Giants made surprising moves with Joey Bart making the initial roster and notable omissions of Marco Luciano and Luis Matos. [ more ]
The Paris Review
3 months ago
Writing

See Everything: On Joseph Mitchell's Objects - The Paris Review

Joseph Mitchell, a renowned writer at The New Yorker, was captured in 1971 facing the Twin Towers, symbolizing his emotional transition and connection to the changing cityscape.
Mitchell's deep emotional response to commonplace images signaled a profound shift in his perception and appreciation of the city's vanishing landscapes. [ more ]
The Economist
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

How AI became generative

Generative AI has arrived, showcasing creativity and transformative potential.
The article explores the evolution of modern generative AI, from artificial neurons to large language models like ChatGPT. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Why Shanahan believes Sorensen was correct choice for 49ers' DC role

Nick Sorensen is the new defensive coordinator for the 49ers, chosen by Kyle Shanahan without a formal interview.
Sorensen's promotion is based on Shanahan's familiarity with him over the past two years and a belief in his readiness for the role. [ more ]
Washington Post
4 months ago
OMG science

Birds, bees and even plants might act weird during the solar eclipse

Eclipses impact nature
Scientists study plant and animal behavior during eclipses [ more ]
49ers Webzone
4 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Andy Reid praises 49ers' Brock Purdy, has advice for Kyle Shanahan

Brock Purdy impresses Andy Reid with his performance as 49ers quarterback
Andy Reid praises Brock Purdy's skills and leadership qualities [ more ]
Kqed
4 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Will Continue Enforcing Gas Ban in New Buildings Despite Berkeley's Repeal of Similar Rules | KQED

Berkeley repealed a law banning gas lines in new construction after a legal challenge. Other cities in California have similar bans. Legal disputes are causing some jurisdictions to reconsider their plans. [ more ]
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