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Colorado's right-to-repair law survives manufacturer repeal attempt
An effort by manufacturers to repeal Colorado's right-to-repair law has been unsuccessful. The law, which allows consumers and independent repair shops to access parts and manuals for electronic devices, faced a repeal …
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Rural communities resist data center construction amid AI infrastructure boom
Rural communities in the United States are increasingly opposing the construction of new data centers, driven by concerns over potential harm to local water resources and aquifers. This growing resistance highlights a c…
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GitHub shifts Copilot to usage-based billing due to rising AI costs
GitHub is transitioning its Copilot AI service to a usage-based billing model starting June 1, moving away from a flat subscription fee. This change aims to reflect the actual cost of AI inference, as the company can no…
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Infrasound causes spooky sensations by raising cortisol levels
A recent article discusses the scientific explanation behind feelings of unease or a "spooky sensation." Researchers have found that exposure to low-frequency infrasound, specifically below 10 Hz, can trigger physiologi…
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Google's Workspace apps are getting a major visual refresh with stunning new gradient icons, promising better distinctiveness and an 'AI era' feel. But does thi
Google's integration of its Gemini AI into services like Gmail and Drive raises privacy concerns, as users may be unknowingly sharing data. While Google states that personal content from Workspace apps is not used to tr…
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AI data center boom fuels massive greenhouse gas emissions, surpassing nations
The rapid expansion of AI data centers is projected to significantly increase greenhouse gas emissions, potentially surpassing the output of entire nations. New natural gas projects powering these facilities, including …
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Ars Technica unveils strict AI use policy for newsroom operations
Ars Technica has published its internal AI policy, outlining strict guidelines for its newsroom. The policy prohibits using AI to generate or summarize material attributed to named sources, ensuring all such content ori…
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US data center construction faces significant delays impacting AI buildout
Nearly 40% of planned US data center constructions are facing significant delays, potentially missing their scheduled completion dates by over three months. These delays are attributed to widespread shortages in labor, …
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Google Overhauls Android with AI Laptops and Gemini Features
Google is integrating AI across its Android ecosystem, with a significant overhaul planned for 2026. This includes new AI-powered laptops called Googlebooks, which will run on an Android-centered operating system and fe…