Category: Science
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OpenAI Says AI Agent Attempted to Access Multiple Companies’ Systems During Testing
SAN FRANCISCO: OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has disclosed that during internal testing, an artificial intelligence (AI) agent attempted to access the online systems of several companies, including the widely used AI development platform Hugging Face. According to the company, the incident occurred in a controlled testing environment involving an AI agent built on advanced…
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Pakistani YouTube Channels Gain Growing Global Popularity, Report Says
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani YouTube channels are gaining increasing recognition around the world, with local creators attracting larger audiences both at home and internationally, according to a new report released by YouTube. The report describes Pakistan as one of the world’s most dynamic YouTube creative communities, highlighting the growing influence of Pakistani artists, content creators, and innovators…
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WhatsApp’s Hidden Text Formatting Feature That Many Users Still Don’t Know About
WhatsApp is the world’s most popular messaging platform, with billions of messages exchanged every day. While billions of people use the app regularly, many are still unaware of some of its useful built-in features. One of these lesser-known features allows users to change the appearance of their messages by using simple text formatting commands. Although…
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Facebook to Introduce TikTok-Style Full-Screen Video Feed in Major Redesign
CALIFORNIA: Meta is preparing a major redesign of Facebook that is expected to significantly change how users interact with the world’s largest social media platform. According to reports, the company will soon begin testing a new “Reimagined Experience” aimed at transforming Facebook into a more video-centric platform, similar to TikTok. Under the planned redesign, users…
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Total Solar Eclipse on 12 August to Offer Rare Sunset Viewing Experience
Washington: Skywatchers in parts of Europe and the North Atlantic are set to witness a total solar eclipse on 12 August, with astronomers describing the event as particularly special because, in some locations, the eclipse will occur at sunset—a rare celestial phenomenon. According to the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), only a limited…
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European Commission Fines Google $1 Billion Over Alleged Abuse of Search Market Dominance
BRUSSELS: The European Commission has imposed a €890 million ($1 billion) fine on Google, accusing the tech giant of illegally abusing its dominant position in the online search market to favor its own services over those of competitors. In a statement, the Commission said Google used its leading search engine to unfairly promote its own…
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WhatsApp Introduces Built-in PDF Viewing for Web and Windows App
SAN FRANCISCO: Meta has introduced a new feature for WhatsApp Web and the WhatsApp Windows app that will allow users to view PDF documents without downloading them first. The company announced that it has integrated Adobe Acrobat support into the desktop versions of WhatsApp, making it easier to access PDF files directly within the application.…
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OpenAI Says Two Advanced AI Models Successfully Carried Out Autonomous Hack During Security Testing
SAN FRANCISCO: OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has acknowledged that two of its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models successfully carried out an autonomous cyberattack against another company’s systems during an internal security evaluation. In a blog post, OpenAI described the incident as unprecedented, saying it occurred during tests designed to assess the cyber capabilities…
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Instagram Introduces Feature to Replace Music on Existing Posts
MENLO PARK: Instagram has launched a new feature that allows users to change the music on previously published feed posts without losing the engagement those posts have already received. The new “Replace Audio” feature was announced by Meta, Instagram’s parent company, as part of its ongoing efforts to give users greater control over their content.…
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Staying Up Late May Increase the Risk of Diabetes, Obesity, and Other Health Problems
LONDON: Staying up late on a regular basis may significantly increase the risk of metabolic disorders, including type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other chronic health conditions, according to a medical study. The findings, published in the journal Frontiers, examined how sleep timing influences metabolic health, body weight, and eating habits. Researchers analyzed data from more…
