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Global IT outage should be a wake-up call for governments, industry and individuals | UK News
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The mass global IT outage has exposed the vulnerability of modern daily life when technology fails. The chaos, which impacted businesses and services worldwide, from GP appointments and flights to news broadcasts and online payments, is thought to have been triggered by a security software update rather than any kind of deliberate cyber attack by…
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Don’t call me vegan: People more likely to go meatless if food labelled ‘sustainable’ instead | Climate News
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People are more likely to pick a meat-free option if it’s not labelled vegan, a study suggests. Foods described as “healthy”, “sustainable” or “plant-based” are all more appealing, according to the University of Southern California. Its research saw more than 7,000 people asked to choose between a vegan food basket and one with meat and…
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Text before you call and avoid voicemails – the rules of mobile phone etiquette revealed | Science & Tech News
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Experts in etiquette have advised on the best way people should use their mobile phones – including no longer leaving voicemails. Those who want to call a friend would be better off messaging them first to nail down a time to speak if they do not pick up straight away, says DeBretts. The firm said:…
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Modern Warfare III: Call Of Duty is back – and childhood fans are now the ones making it | Science & Tech News
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Whether it’s a cup of tea on a rainy day, re-watching your favourite sitcom, or pulling on those old pyjamas you really should’ve replaced by now, we all have our own homely comforts. But for a generation of children of the 1990s and 2000s, nothing says “this is living” like unloading assault rifles and lobbing…
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Call Of Duty celebrates its 20th anniversary – and some gamers say they still play nothing else | Science & Tech News
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It may come as a shock to many gamers, but Call Of Duty is 20 years old. It’s a franchise that has entertained hundreds of millions of players, and generated billions of dollars for its developers and publishers. Since it first appeared as a PC game in 2003, it’s been called many things – not…
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New York’s mayor uses audio deepfakes to call residents in languages he doesn’t speak | Science & Tech News
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New York’s mayor has admitted using audio deepfakes to call residents in languages he doesn’t speak. Eric Adams has been heard speaking Spanish and Mandarin thanks to the technology, which he said was a way to reach more people. Speaking at a news briefing (in English), the Democrat said the “robocalls” were used to promote…
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Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard to be bought by Microsoft as UK regulator gives green light | Science & Tech News
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Microsoft’s bid for Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard has been given UK approval, removing a last hurdle to the biggest-ever gaming deal. The UK’s regulator, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), said it gave the go-ahead to after the restructured deal substantially addressed its earlier concerns. Microsoft, who make the Xbox, announced the biggest…
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Microsoft’s £55bn takeover of Call of Duty maker now set for UK approval | Business News
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Microsoft’s revised effort to get the £55bn takeover of Activision Blizzard past UK regulators appears to be on track for clearance. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had been a sole thorn in the side of the acquisition, rejecting the original terms on the grounds it had a duty to protect innovation and choice in…
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Call Of Duty using AI to listen out for hate speech during online matches | Science & Tech News
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Shooter video game Call Of Duty has started using AI to listen out for hate speech during online matches. Publisher Activision said the moderation tool, which uses machine learning technology, would be able to identify discriminatory language and harassment in real time. Machine learning is what allows AI to learn and adapt on the fly…
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Video and voice call features to be introduced on X, Elon Musk says | Science & Tech News
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Elon Musk has revealed that his social network X, formerly known as Twitter, will soon be introducing voice and video call capabilities for its users. Known for his ambitious proclamations that have not always materialised, the billionaire did not clarify when these features will be rolled out. The company has also updated its privacy policies…