Science and Technology

October 1, 2024

Verizon works to resolve widespread service interruptions across the U.S.

Kyle C. Garrison

Verizon has been actively addressing a significant service outage that affected numerous customers across the United States on Monday. Reports of outages increased in the morning, with a peak of…

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October 1, 2024

Meta moves into the metaverse with its latest technological revelation

Kyle C. Garrison

At a recent showcase at Meta headquarters in Menlo Park, California, CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled a suite of new technology products aimed at blending the virtual with the real. The…

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October 1, 2024

Brazil’s Supreme Court orders company X to pay outstanding fines to restore service

Kyle C. Garrison

In a recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Brazil, it was decreed that Company This decision represents a significant measure to ensure compliance with local regulations and liability. The…

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September 30, 2024

Mark Zuckerberg moves away from political engagement

Kyle C. Garrison

Mark Zuckerberg, once a prominent supporter of progressive causes, appears to have retreated from the political arena. This transition reflects a broader evolution from his previous more outspoken stance on…

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September 30, 2024

Caroline Ellison sentenced to 2 years in prison for fraud against FTX

Kyle C. Garrison

As recently as Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Manhattan, Caroline Ellison, a former key advisor to cryptocurrency tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried, was sentenced to two years in prison. His conviction…

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September 29, 2024

OpenAI’s ambitious funding targets to improve IT infrastructure

Kyle C. Garrison

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has recently been in the spotlight for his ambitious proposal to significantly increase the company's investment in advanced computing infrastructure. Originally predicted that trillions would…

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September 29, 2024

Meta’s strategic shift in its political commitment: charting a new course

Kyle C. Garrison

In a significant shift in strategy, Meta, the conglomerate behind major social networks like Facebook, Instagram and Threads, is redefining its role in the political sphere. This shift represents a…

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September 28, 2024

Media outlets turn to WhatsApp to engage their audience at a time of declining social media reach

Kyle C. Garrison

In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital journalism, media organizations are increasingly turning to innovative platforms to connect with their readers as traditional social media avenues falter. With declining visibility…

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September 28, 2024

Exodus of OpenAI leaders continues amid shift to for-profit model

Kyle C. Garrison

Significant leadership changes are underway at OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence company, as several key executives announce their departures. CTO Mira Murati, Chief Research Officer Bob McGrew and Vice President…

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September 27, 2024

Congressional hearing on a major technology disruption related to CrowdStrike software

Kyle C. Garrison

Adam Meyers, senior vice president at CrowdStrike, recently addressed a congressional panel to discuss a significant technology disruption that affected global operations last July. The incident, which led to major…

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