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Today — May 17th 2024U.S.

Reddit Confirms $60 Million Deal with OpenAI to Train AI with Leftist Forum Posts

Reddit, the self-proclaimed “front page of the internet,” has officially confirmed a $60 million deal with OpenAI, granting the ChatGPT creator access to its vast trove of notoriously left-wing user-generated content for training purposes.

The post Reddit Confirms $60 Million Deal with OpenAI to Train AI with Leftist Forum Posts appeared first on Breitbart.

EU Launches Formal Investigation into Facebook and Instagram over Addictive Design Aimed at Children

The EU has initiated a formal investigation into Meta’s social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, due to concerns over the company's handling of child protection issues, the Commission announced on Thursday.

The post EU Launches Formal Investigation into Facebook and Instagram over Addictive Design Aimed at Children appeared first on Breitbart.

Hyper Hype: Elon Musk Predicts Human City on Mars Within 30 Years

Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and CEO of Tesla, has made a bold prediction about the future of human habitation on Mars, predicting a city on the red planet within 30 years.

The post Hyper Hype: Elon Musk Predicts Human City on Mars Within 30 Years appeared first on Breitbart.

Former Facebook Diversity Manager Sentenced to Prison for $5 Million DEI Scam

A former diversity manager at Facebook and Nike has been sentenced to five years and three months in prison for stealing over $5 million from the companies, which was intended for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

The post Former Facebook Diversity Manager Sentenced to Prison for $5 Million DEI Scam appeared first on Breitbart.

How artificial intelligence is reshaping modern warfare

Harnessing AI is key to the United States staying ahead of adversaries in a competitive battlefield. Software companies are showing off their latest AI tools to military officials.

Yesterday — May 16th 2024U.S.

Keyless car theft is on the rise. This is how to protect yourself.

Car thieves have learned to exploit keyless vehicles' more advanced systems to unlock and start them without having the wireless key fob nearby, but there are ways to protect your car.

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Former LA Dodgers Owner Frank McCourt Claims He Wants to Buy TikTok

Billionaire businessman and real estate mogul Frank McCourt announced Tuesday that his Project Liberty organization is building a consortium to buy TikTok's U.S. business.

The post Former LA Dodgers Owner Frank McCourt Claims He Wants to Buy TikTok appeared first on Breitbart.

NHTSA Launches Investigation of Google's Waymo over Self-Driving Cars Causing Accidents

Google's Waymo self-driving vehicles may be causing big problems on the roads including accidents into stationary objects and ignoring traffic signals, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The post NHTSA Launches Investigation of Google’s Waymo over Self-Driving Cars Causing Accidents appeared first on Breitbart.

OpenAI Co-Founder Ilya Sutskever Leaves Company Amidst Internal Strife

Ilya Sutskever, the co-founder and former chief scientist of OpenAI, has decided to leave the ChatGPT dedveloper after a tumultuous period marked by internal disputes and high-level management changes.

The post OpenAI Co-Founder Ilya Sutskever Leaves Company Amidst Internal Strife appeared first on Breitbart.

Pro-Hamas Tech Workers Protest Google's Contacts with Israel at Developer Conference

Dozens of protesters blocked the entrance to Google’s developer conference on Tuesday, demanding an end to the tech giant's collaboration with the Israeli government amidst the country’s war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

The post Pro-Hamas Tech Workers Protest Google’s Contacts with Israel at Developer Conference appeared first on Breitbart.

Podcaster DJ Akademiks Sued for Rape, Defamation by a Woman

A woman has filed a lawsuit for rape and defamation against mega podcaster DJ Akademiks, claiming that he and another man sexually assaulted her in 2022.

The post Podcaster DJ Akademiks Sued for Rape, Defamation by a Woman appeared first on Breitbart.

Cruise Resumes Robotaxi Testing in Phoenix After Incident of Dragging Pedestrian Down San Francisco Street

Cruise, the autonomous vehicle company backed by General Motors, has cautiously restarted its testing operations in Phoenix, Arizona, following a pedestrian-dragging incident in San Francisco that raised serious safety concerns.

The post Cruise Resumes Robotaxi Testing in Phoenix After Incident of Dragging Pedestrian Down San Francisco Street appeared first on Breitbart.

Elon's Chaos: Tesla Reverses Course, Rehires Supercharger Team After Widespread Layoffs

Elon Musk's Tesla has begun reinstating some of the nearly 500 employees from its Supercharging team who were laid off in late April, a massive U-turn after Musk was criticized for decimating the company's supercharger plans.

The post Elon’s Chaos: Tesla Reverses Course, Rehires Supercharger Team After Widespread Layoffs appeared first on Breitbart.

Zuck's Surveillance Dream: Meta Working on AI-Powered 'Camerabuds' that Gather Audio and Video

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta, Facebook and Instagram's parent company, is diving headfirst into the world of AI-powered wearables with its "Camerabuds" project, combining audio, video, and AI to form the ultimate surveillance capitalism data gathering tool.

The post Zuck’s Surveillance Dream: Meta Working on AI-Powered ‘Camerabuds’ that Gather Audio and Video appeared first on Breitbart.

First AI talks begin between Chinese and US envoys

China and the United States held their first meeting on the topic of artificial intelligence on May 14, 2024, a historic step for governance of emerging AI technology.

How to safeguard your older PC

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says there's nothing wrong with using an old PC, however, it can make you more vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. Here's what you can do.

How to change camera zoom levels on your iPhone

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max offer customizable camera zoom settings to easily switch between standard, ultrawide and precise zoom levels. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how.

Revenge of the Meme Stocks: GameStop Shares Soar 70+% After Return of 'Roaring Kitty' to X/Twitter

Shares of video game retailer GameStop skyrocketed up more than 70 percent on Monday after Keith Gill, known as "Roaring Kitty" on social media and the leader of the meme stock movement posted a photo to his X/Twitter account for the first time since 2021.

The post Revenge of the Meme Stocks: GameStop Shares Soar 70+% After Return of ‘Roaring Kitty’ to X/Twitter appeared first on Breitbart.

Judge Criticizes Apple's 'Decisions Without Data' in App Store Changes

Recent testimony in the ongoing legal battle between Apple and Fortnite developer Epic Games has revealed that major app developers have not embraced Apple's new outside payment options earlier this year, citing high fees and a lack of meaningful changes. The judge in the case criticized Apple's new policies, saying, "I'm looking for data and it sounds like you all made lots of decisions without data."

The post Judge Criticizes Apple’s ‘Decisions Without Data’ in App Store Changes appeared first on Breitbart.

Groundbreaking Gene Therapy Restores Hearing in Deaf Toddler

In a remarkable breakthrough, 18-month-old Opal Sandy from Britain has become the first and youngest person worldwide to regain hearing through innovative gene therapy.

The post Groundbreaking Gene Therapy Restores Hearing in Deaf Toddler appeared first on Breitbart.

Netflix Under Fire Over Fully Erect Penis Scene in 'A Man In Full' Series

Netflix has reportedly fallen under fire after British viewers were presented with a fully erect penis in the closing episode of the streaming giant's new six-part drama series, "A Man In Full."

The post Netflix Under Fire Over Fully Erect Penis Scene in ‘A Man In Full’ Series appeared first on Breitbart.

China Uses AI Deepfake Technology to Replicate Deceased Loved Ones

A new trend is reportedly emerging in China: using AI to create digital replicas of deceased loved ones, allowing people to interact with them even after they've passed away.

The post China Uses AI Deepfake Technology to Replicate Deceased Loved Ones appeared first on Breitbart.

Report: OpenAI Could Announce AI-Powered Search to Take on Google This Week

As Google prepares for its annual I/O conference, the tech industry is abuzz with news that OpenAI is gearing up to announce a search product powered by AI that could directly compete with the search giant.

The post Report: OpenAI Could Announce AI-Powered Search to Take on Google This Week appeared first on Breitbart.

All Eyes on Harvard as Police Clear Pro-Hamas Encampments at MIT, Penn

Harvard University's "encampment" is one of the last major pro-Palestinian (effectively, pro-Hamas) occupations still standing after police cleared demonstrators Friday from the nearby Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of Pennsylvania.

The post All Eyes on Harvard as Police Clear Pro-Hamas Encampments at MIT, Penn appeared first on Breitbart.

Elon Musk's Tough 2024 Continues: Tesla's Head of Product Resigns

Tesla's Head of Product, Rich Otto, announced his departure on Wednesday after seven years with Elon Musk's EV company, expressing concerns over recent layoffs and their impact on morale.

The post Elon Musk’s Tough 2024 Continues: Tesla’s Head of Product Resigns appeared first on Breitbart.

Smut Peddlers: OpenAI Exploring Allowing Generation of AI Porn

ChatGPT developer OpenAI recently released draft documentation exploring the possibility of allowing users to generate porn and other explicit content through its AI technology.

The post Smut Peddlers: OpenAI Exploring Allowing Generation of AI Porn appeared first on Breitbart.

Elon's Creepy Brain Chip Goes Bad: Neuralink Reports First Human Implant Has 'Malfunctioned'

Elon Musk's Neuralink is facing its first major challenge as the threads recording neural activity for its first human brain implant "retracted" several weeks after the surgery. This has vastly decreased the functionality of the implant.

The post Elon’s Creepy Brain Chip Goes Bad: Neuralink Reports First Human Implant Has ‘Malfunctioned’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Google Ends Lease on Massive Office Complex in Heart of San Francisco

Tech giant Google is reportedly preparing to exit its 300,000-square-foot office at One Market Plaza in San Francisco when its lease expires in April 2025.

The post Google Ends Lease on Massive Office Complex in Heart of San Francisco appeared first on Breitbart.

Elon Isn't Hiring: Tesla Implements Hiring Freeze Amidst Ongoing Layoffs

Elon Musk's has reportedly instituted a hiring freeze across its North American operations, following weeks of layoffs that have impacted thousands of employees.

The post Elon Isn’t Hiring: Tesla Implements Hiring Freeze Amidst Ongoing Layoffs appeared first on Breitbart.

Trump Says He's ‘Good’ with Crypto

Former President Donald Trump gave his personal support to cryptocurrency at a special event for Trump non-fungible token (NFT) holders Wednesday who were gathered at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida.

The post Trump Says He’s ‘Good’ with Crypto appeared first on Breitbart.

Hollywood Slams Apple IPad Pro Commercial: 'The Destruction of the Human Experience. Courtesy of Silicon Valley'

Apple's new commercial for the iPad Pro tablet is getting a big thumbs-down from Hollywood creative types who were horrified by the spot's depiction of a giant industrial press crushing analog cultural items, including books, musical instruments, a record player, and physical toys.

The post Hollywood Slams Apple IPad Pro Commercial: ‘The Destruction of the Human Experience. Courtesy of Silicon Valley’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Apple Battling iPhone Sales Decline amid Strong Global Smartphone Market

As the global smartphone market expands, Apple faces a challenging period with sales declining in almost every market globally. The Company's iPhone sales are down about 10 percent in the first three months of 2024.

The post Apple Battling iPhone Sales Decline amid Strong Global Smartphone Market appeared first on Breitbart.

DOJ Prosecutors Investigate Elon Musk's Tesla over Misleading 'Self-Driving' Claims

DOJ prosecutors are examining whether Elon Musk's Tesla committed securities or wire fraud by misleading investors and consumers about its electric vehicles' self-driving capabilities, sources familiar with the matter said.

The post DOJ Prosecutors Investigate Elon Musk’s Tesla over Misleading ‘Self-Driving’ Claims appeared first on Breitbart.

Microsoft to Build $3.3 Billion AI Data Center at Former Foxconn Site

In a strategic move to bolster its AI capabilities, Microsoft has announced plans to construct a new AI data center in Racine, Wisconsin, with an investment of $3.3 billion. The project has political overtones, as Joe Biden's White House attempts to attack Trump's economic policies.

The post Microsoft to Build $3.3 Billion AI Data Center at Former Foxconn Site appeared first on Breitbart.

Watch: Leftist Agitators Attack Turning Point USA Employee at University of Washington 'Encampment'

A reporter with Turning Point USA's guerilla journalism team Frontlines was physically attacked by left-wing agitators on University of Washington's campus on Tuesday following the organization's founder Charlie Kirk appearing on campus for an event. Video footage shared by TPUSA showcased multiple brawls.

The post Watch: Leftist Agitators Attack Turning Point USA Employee at University of Washington ‘Encampment’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Trump Super PAC to join TikTok with @MAGA handle

Former President Trump’s Super PAC has launched a @MAGA TikTok—the first entity connected to the presumptive Republican presidential nominee to join the video sharing social media platform

MIT Will No Longer Require Faculty Candidates to Write Diversity Statements

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) announced that faculty candidates will no longer be asked to provide diversity statements during the application process.

The post MIT Will No Longer Require Faculty Candidates to Write Diversity Statements appeared first on Breitbart.

China's TikTok Files Lawsuit in Response to U.S. Sell-or-Ban Law

China's TikTok and its parent company ByteDance filed a lawsuit on Tuesday in response to the U.S. sell-or-ban legislation recently signed by President Joe Biden, which gives the Chinese company nine months to sell the app or face a ban in the United States.

The post China’s TikTok Files Lawsuit in Response to U.S. Sell-or-Ban Law appeared first on Breitbart.

As Read by Robots: AI-Generated Audiobooks Flood Audible Platform

The audiobook industry is witnessing a significant shift as AI-generated voices are increasingly being used to narrate digital books, sparking both excitement and concern among authors, listeners, and professional narrators.

The post As Read by Robots: AI-Generated Audiobooks Flood Audible Platform appeared first on Breitbart.

Elon Musk Lays Off Even More Tesla Staff as Demand Slows and Executives Flee

Elon Musk's Tesla, the leading electric vehicle manufacturer, has slashed even more workers from the payroll following weeks of massive layoffs, leaving employees on edge and seeking closure.

The post Elon Musk Lays Off Even More Tesla Staff as Demand Slows and Executives Flee appeared first on Breitbart.

Mark Zuckerberg's $300 Million Superyacht Sparks Controversy Amidst Climate Activism

Mark Zuckerberg, the billionaire founder of Meta, has recently made waves with his latest acquisition—a $300 million superyacht named Launchpad. Zuckerberg's luxurious vessel, which is longer than a football field, has drawn criticism based on his climate activism. 

The post Mark Zuckerberg’s $300 Million Superyacht Sparks Controversy Amidst Climate Activism appeared first on Breitbart.

NASA Boondoggle: Spacecraft to Carry Astronauts to Moon Suffered Heat Shield Failures in Test Flight

According to a report recently released by NASA's Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the Orion spacecraft, designed to transport astronauts to the moon in the coming years, faced several critical issues during its 2022 uncrewed test flight. 

The post NASA Boondoggle: Spacecraft to Carry Astronauts to Moon Suffered Heat Shield Failures in Test Flight appeared first on Breitbart.

Warren Buffett: AI-Powered Scams Are Crooks' 'Growth Industry of All Time'

Warren Buffett, the renowned investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has voiced his apprehension about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology, comparing its potential impact to that of nuclear weapons. Buffett warned that AI-powered scams, with their ability to trick everyday people into believing practically anything, could be "the growth industry of all time" for criminals.

The post Warren Buffett: AI-Powered Scams Are Crooks’ ‘Growth Industry of All Time’ appeared first on Breitbart.

Google Antitrust Case: DOJ Accuses Internet Giant of Deleting Sensitive Chat Logs

The DOJ has accused Google of encouraging employees to delete sensitive chat logs where they discussed the inner workings of the search giant's business, including messages potentially revealing the company's alleged anticompetitive practices and monopolistic intent in the search market.

The post Google Antitrust Case: DOJ Accuses Internet Giant of Deleting Sensitive Chat Logs appeared first on Breitbart.

Are these robots making humans obsolete for home and repair tasks?

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals how the Aloha Unleashed project showcases a dual-arm robot system that autonomously performs tasks, demonstrating remarkable precision in robotics.

Move Along, Cops: Microsoft Reinforces Ban on Police Use of Generative AI for Facial Recognition

Microsoft has strengthened its stance against the use of generative AI for facial recognition by U.S. police departments through its Azure OpenAI Service, a managed enterprise solution built around OpenAI's technology.

The post Move Along, Cops: Microsoft Reinforces Ban on Police Use of Generative AI for Facial Recognition appeared first on Breitbart.

Science Fiction Magazine Stops Taking Submissions amid Flood of AI-Generated Stories

Clarkesworld, a renowned science fiction and fantasy magazine, has temporarily closed its doors to new submissions after being inundated with a large number of AI-generated stories.

The post Science Fiction Magazine Stops Taking Submissions amid Flood of AI-Generated Stories appeared first on Breitbart.

Google Defends Its $20 Billion Payoff to Apple in Antitrust Suit Closing Arguments

The most significant antitrust trial in 25 years is drawing to a close in Washington, with Google making its final stand against the DOJ's efforts to break the tech giant's death grip on online search.

The post Google Defends Its $20 Billion Payoff to Apple in Antitrust Suit Closing Arguments appeared first on Breitbart.

Time-saving tricks using your keyboard

Rather than spending time searching for the right buttons, here are a variety of keyboard shortcuts to make your workflow easier, faster and with less clutter.

EXCLUSIVE — 'We Wrote the Truth and These Days the Left Hates the Truth': Nashville Hitmakers Launch 'Try That in a Small Town' Podcast Featuring Jason Aldean

"Try That in a Small Town" took on a life of its own, well beyond anything its creators could have foreseen. Now the writers behind the 2023 hit are looking to turn that headline-making controversy into something positive with a new podcast that they hope will return some of the spotlight to those small American towns, and maybe some bigger ones, that are referenced in the song.

The post EXCLUSIVE — ‘We Wrote the Truth and These Days the Left Hates the Truth’: Nashville Hitmakers Launch ‘Try That in a Small Town’ Podcast Featuring Jason Aldean appeared first on Breitbart.

Report: China’s Huawei Secretly Funds Tech Research at American Universities

China’s state-linked electronics giant Huawei has reportedly been “secretly funding cutting-edge research at American universities” through a Washington-based nonprofit called the Optica Foundation.

The post Report: China’s Huawei Secretly Funds Tech Research at American Universities appeared first on Breitbart.

Kroger, Walt Disney Explore Joining Forces in Retail Streaming

Kroger and Walt Disney are reportedly exploring joining forces in a retail streaming deal that would involve bringing Disney+ to the food retailer's grocery delivery program.

The post Kroger, Walt Disney Explore Joining Forces in Retail Streaming appeared first on Breitbart.

Ukraine Debuts AI-Generated Foreign Ministry "Spokeswoman"

The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs debuted a "spokeswoman" named "Victoria Shi," a digital character created by artificial intelligence.

The post Ukraine Debuts AI-Generated Foreign Ministry “Spokeswoman” appeared first on Breitbart.

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