Senator John Fetterman becomes emotional while addressing the challenges faced by people with disabilities and recounting the bullying he experienced after suffering a stroke, highlighting the need for empathy and support in the Senate.
The US Copyright Office has ruled for the third time that AI-generated art cannot be copyrighted, raising questions about whether AI-generated art is categorically excluded from copyright protection or if human creators should be listed as the image's creator. The office's position, which is based on existing copyright doctrine, has been criticized for being unscalable and a potential quagmire, as it fails to consider the creative choices made by AI systems similar to those made by human photographers.
The United States and China have agreed to create economic and financial working groups to address economic disagreements and promote communication between the two countries.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is facing backlash from Democratic and Republican colleagues for loosening the Senate's dress code to accommodate Sen. John Fetterman, resulting in a potential debate on the Senate floor.
Cryptocurrency mining hardware maker Bitmain has agreed to supply 27,000 Bitcoin mining rigs to bankrupt crypto mining firm Core Scientific in a deal worth $23 million in cash and $53.9 million in common stock, as well as a new hosting arrangement for Bitmain's mining operations.
Stock futures in the US edged higher after a sell-off triggered by the Federal Reserve's indication of higher interest rates, with the S&P 500 on track for a rebound after its worst day since March.
Millions of federal employees and military personnel face the prospect of a government shutdown, which would result in financial hardships for American families, disruptions in services, and potential harm to the economy.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Buds FE wireless earbuds have been extensively leaked, revealing features such as a single audio driver, ANC, three microphones, and Auto Switch for seamless pairing with Samsung devices.
If the Japanese yen weakens beyond 150 to the dollar, the Bank of Japan could be forced to hike rates sooner than expected, which may lead to the unwinding of the yen carry trade and a return of Japanese capital to domestic bond markets, potentially triggering market volatility.
Amazon has introduced a policy allowing authors, including those using AI, to "write" and publish up to three books per day on its platform under the protection of a volume limit to prevent abuse, despite the poor reputation of AI-generated books sold on the site.
The US Postal Service will resume shipping free COVID-19 tests to homes across the country, made possible by a $600 million investment from the White House, as COVID cases continue to rise and winter approaches.
Binance and its CEO Changpeng Zhao have filed a motion seeking the dismissal of the SEC lawsuit, claiming that the regulator overstepped its authority and failed to provide clear guidelines for the crypto sector.
The FDA has rejected the approval of Neffy, an epinephrine nasal spray, due to the need for more trial data, delaying the availability of a needle-free option for treating severe allergic reactions.
European markets are poised to open lower due to upcoming interest rate decisions from several central banks, while global markets react to the U.S. Federal Reserve's announcement to hold interest rates steady and raise economic growth expectations.
Instacart, the San Francisco-based grocery delivery company, had a successful debut on Nasdaq with a closing gain of approximately 12%, marking its transition to a public company.
Japanese firm Toshiba is set to end its 74-year history on the stock market as a consortium led by Japan Industrial Partners (JIP) has acquired a majority stake, allowing them to complete a $14 billion deal to make the company private. This comes after Toshiba faced setbacks in recent years, including overstating profits, major losses, and collusion with the Japanese government.
Elon Musk's Neuralink is recruiting candidates for its first human clinical trials to test their brain chips on individuals with quadriplegia due to spinal cord injuries or ALS, aiming to grant them the ability to control a computer cursor or keyboard using their thoughts alone.
India and Canada have expelled senior diplomats and bilateral ties have worsened after the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, leading Canada to issue a travel advisory for India warning of terrorism and civil unrest.
T-Mobile is offering various deals on the iPhone 15 models, including up to $1,000 off with certain plans, up to $650 off with an unlimited data plan, up to $350 off the iPhone 15 Pro with an eligible trade-in, and a buy one get one $300 off deal on Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 with new line activation.
Latinxs have a combined gross domestic product (GDP) of $2.7 trillion, making it the fifth largest economy in the world, according to a report by the Latino Donor Collaborative.
Insomniac Games is incorporating extensive accessibility options into the upcoming PlayStation Studios game, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, allowing players to customize gameplay and audio settings to better suit their needs.
EA SPORTS FC, formerly known as FIFA, is rebranding its best-selling sports video game of all time due to various reasons, including the tainted reputation of the FIFA governing organization and the complexity of football licensing, while also introducing innovative features such as HyperMotionV and Play Styles to enhance player experience and realism.
Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange, refutes allegations that its co-founders secretly withdrew millions of dollars from the crypto bank Genesis, stating that the $282 million pulled was actually diverted to a liquidity reserve for the benefit of its customers, while accusing DCG and Genesis' CEO of planting the story in the New York Post.
The Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy government is unlikely to allow Nara Lokesh to resume his padayatra, forcing the Telugu Desam Party to prepare a Plan B to sustain momentum.
The iPhone SE 4, set to launch in 2025, will feature a complete visual revamp with design elements from the iPhone 14, including Face ID, an Action button, a USB-C port, a 48MP primary camera, and an OLED panel.
Oil prices reached their highest point in over a year due to concerns over potential supply shortages from planned production cuts.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is available at different prices worldwide, with South Korea being the cheapest country to purchase it, while Mexico is the most expensive.
Rep. Matt Gaetz and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy got into a heated exchange during a closed-door meeting amid tensions and accusations of online manipulation, with Gaetz threatening to oust McCarthy from his position as speaker.
Former President Donald Trump's Manhattan real estate empire may be at risk after a New York Supreme Court Judge ruled that he and the Trump Organization committed decades of business fraud, which could lead to significant financial consequences for Trump and his family.
Malicious ads promoting fake download sites and distributing malware have been injected into Microsoft's AI-powered Bing Chat responses, posing a threat to users who may trust the conversation-like interaction and click on these ads.
Stable Diffusion is an image generator powered by deep learning AI that turns text into realistic images, offering users the ability to generate images based on specific descriptions and tweak parameters for customization.
Epic Games' collaboration with Disney+ series Ahsoka brings Ahsoka Tano skin to Fortnite, along with a list of quests to unlock additional items.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) made a new counter-proposal to Chrysler-parent Stellantis just one day before the planned strike, as talks between the union and the Detroit Three automakers continue with significant disagreements over key issues such as pay increases and compensation for electric vehicle workers.
"Cocoon" is an intricately designed puzzle adventure game with unique mechanics, exceptional level and puzzle design, and a minimalist presentation, making it one of the standout releases of the year.
United Airlines is introducing new programs to enhance accessibility for wheelchair users, including a digital filter on their website to prioritize flights that can accommodate wheelchairs and a pilot program to address issues with lost or damaged wheelchairs.
The Sphere, a new live-entertainment venue in Las Vegas, is set to change the concert business with its cutting-edge production, unique residency model, and state-of-the-art technological features; however, questions remain about its financial viability and future bookings beyond the U2 residency.
The Mercy hospital system and Microsoft are collaborating to implement artificial intelligence programming that will allow patients to interact with a chatbot for information, appointments, and inquiries, aiming to improve operational efficiencies and enhance the patient experience while ensuring patient privacy and well-being.
BlizzCon 2023 will have a third wave of ticket sales on September 29, with both in-person and online options available, and will feature live streaming of all arena content for free.
Stardew Valley's upcoming 1.6 patch, announced by developer Eric Barone, will bring new end-game content, events, and items, adding a considerable amount of new content to the game.
Baldur's Gate 3's most popular multiclass builds include Rogue/Ranger and Barbarian/Fighter, offering versatility and powerful combinations for players to explore.
Apple has released the first public beta of macOS Sonoma 14.1, which includes updates for the Music app such as the option to favorite songs, albums, artists, and more.
AGCO Corporation, a global manufacturer of agricultural machinery, has entered into a joint venture with Trimble to acquire an 85% interest in Trimble's portfolio of agricultural assets and technologies, creating a leading mixed-fleet Precision Ag platform.
Google is discontinuing its Jamboard digital whiteboard app and focusing on core content collaboration, directing users to whiteboard alternatives like FigJam, Lucidspark, and Miro, while also compensating educational institutions that had invested in Jamboard devices.