By Katelynn WinebrennerCapital News Service As power costs surge across Maryland, the state’s congressional delegation is taking a bipartisan stance in support of legislation that would regulate energy use by AI companies. The Power for the People Act would require AI companies to bear the costs of increased power demand and any possible infrastructure changes […]
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What you need to know about QR code scams and how to stay safe
QR codes soared in popularity during the pandemic for their convenience—but now scammers are using them for a new kind of phishing, dubbed “quishing.” From hijacked parking meter stickers to fake emails posing as HR, these malicious codes can steal personal data, install malware, and compromise devices—all while looking completely legit.
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Google Calendar users no longer see default entries for events like Pride, Black History Month
Google has removed default references for holidays and cultural events from its online calendar, citing scalability and sustainability concerns, while allowing users to manually add other important moments.
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How Quantum Computing Could Revolutionize Your Finances
Photo: andranik2018 via 123RF Quantum computing may sound like something out of a science fiction movie. However, large companies such as Google, IBM, and Microsoft are investing heavily in quantum computing research and technology. This revolutionary field, particularly in artificial intelligence and machine learning, has the potential to speed up calculations and information processing dramatically. […]
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Commutes aren’t created equal: How to shape your commute for your mental health
Commuting to work can be a time to relax and recharge, and can help create healthy transitions between work and home life, as well as create good habits and structure.
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Tech glitch strands Black travelers, disrupts medical and emergency services
A faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike caused widespread disruption to Microsoft Windows systems, affecting airports, banks, businesses, and emergency services, leaving travelers stranded and businesses in chaos.
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Tech companies sign accord to combat AI-generated election trickery
By Matt O’Brien and Ali SwensonThe Associated Press Major technology companies signed a pact Feb. 16 to voluntarily adopt “reasonable precautions” to prevent artificial intelligence tools from being used to disrupt democratic elections around the world. Executives from Adobe, Amazon, Google, IBM, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI and TikTok gathered at the Munich Security Conference to announce […]