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Flock Safety: Balancing Surveillance Tech Between Security and PrivacySecurity

Flock Safety: Balancing Surveillance Tech Between Security and Privacy

Flock Safety, a license plate recognition system marketed as a crime-fighting tool, faces criticism for privacy risks and potential abuse. Investigations revealed over 50 cases where law enforcement misused data to stalk and intimidate citizens, primarily women. While the company implemented safeguards, experts question their effectiveness due to loopholes and lack of transparency. The core dilemma remains: is a vast surveillance network justified for uncertain investigative benefits?

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YouTube Updates View Counting System: What Changes for CreatorsBusiness

YouTube Updates View Counting System: What Changes for Creators

YouTube is revamping its video view-counting system to align with industry standards. From August 24, the platform will count a view as soon as playback starts, mirroring Instagram* and TikTok. This change aims to boost transparency and help creators grow their view counts faster. Importantly, monetization and YouTube Partner Program (YPP) requirements remain unchanged, with earnings still tied to 'engaged views' and watch time. The update also introduces a dedicated 'engaged views' metric in analytics to maintain consistency.

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AWOL Vision Unveils 4K Laser Projector Aetherion with Ultra-Short Throw in JapanHardware

AWOL Vision Unveils 4K Laser Projector Aetherion with Ultra-Short Throw in Japan

AWOL Vision has launched sales of its new ultra-short-throw 4K laser projector line, Aetherion, in Japan. These devices enable home theater setups with screens up to 100 inches by placing the projector just 15 cm from the wall. Pre-orders began on August 18 via the Makuake platform. The model is positioned as a solution for compact spaces where traditional projectors require excessive distance for optimal image quality.

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Android 17 QPR 1 Beta 9: Google Finalizes Release PrepDevelopment

Android 17 QPR 1 Beta 9: Google Finalizes Release Prep

Google has rolled out the ninth beta version of Android 17 QPR 1 for Pixel 6 and newer devices, marking the first QPR1 update in August. This release is likely the final beta before the stable version, with a strong focus on bug fixes confirming the final testing phase. Google is expected to finalize QPR1 within weeks, though additional adjustments may be made if critical issues are detected.

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Survey: Pixel 11 Fails to Meet User ExpectationsHardware

Survey: Pixel 11 Fails to Meet User Expectations

Google's newly launched Pixel 11 smartphone series has sparked widespread disappointment among users. A survey conducted by Android Authority involving over 15,000 readers revealed that 73% of respondents consider the new devices a failure. Key concerns include the steep pricing, a drop in RAM capacity to 12GB in flagship models, and overly aggressive AI integrations that many find unnecessary. As a result, many users are opting to stick with older models like the Pixel 9 Pro XL rather than upgrading to the latest lineup.

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Hacker Sells Data of 3.6M Employees from Major Companies via AzureSecurity

Hacker Sells Data of 3.6M Employees from Major Companies via Azure

A hacker operating under the alias TheHatman is selling databases containing employee records from several major corporations, including McDonald’s, Vodafone, and Tata Consultancy Services. The hacker claims the data was stolen from Microsoft Azure’s cloud infrastructure using compromised credentials, totaling 3.64 million records. The largest breach involves 1.7 million McDonald’s employee records. Security experts warn that such data could be exploited for targeted phishing attacks and social engineering schemes.

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Tokyo's Gadget Hub &count Opens with Cutting-Edge DevicesHardware

Tokyo's Gadget Hub &count Opens with Cutting-Edge Devices

Tokyo’s trendy Shibuya district has launched &count, an innovative gadget hub showcasing cutting-edge devices and prototypes from around the world. Visitors can test devices not yet available in Japan, including early-stage innovations. The project, led by Fastlane Japan, is curated by Asuka Yazaki, former editor-in-chief of Engadget Japan. Designed for tech enthusiasts and IT professionals, the hub provides direct interaction with the latest advancements, fostering networking and industry insights.

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ABC News Launches Streaming Show Based on Social Media and Search TrendsBusiness

ABC News Launches Streaming Show Based on Social Media and Search Trends

ABC News has officially unveiled its new streaming show, Searched, which focuses on topics trending across social media and search engines. Launched in April but announced publicly now, the program airs on ABC News Live, available to Disney+ and Hulu* subscribers. Each episode highlights viral internet topics, from lottery winners to sports retirements, reflecting the shift toward digital news consumption. The 30-minute daily show is hosted by ABC News correspondents Joe Benites and Ashna Singh, alongside three other new programs on the platform.

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New Dartwords Game: Wordle Meets Clippy in Daily Quest FormatDevelopment

New Dartwords Game: Wordle Meets Clippy in Daily Quest Format

The Game Band, known for unconventional projects like Blaseball and Dead Man’s Party, has unveiled Dartwords, a browser-based word-guessing game that blends classic mechanics with AI-driven interactive hints. Players must guess a secret word in 10 attempts, receiving real-time feedback from Darty, a Clippy-inspired character who provides dynamic clues generated by a local language model trained on English dictionaries.

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Social Robots for Children: Hopes and DisappointmentsArtificial intelligence

Social Robots for Children: Hopes and Disappointments

Social robots like Moxie are designed to assist children with developmental differences, offering 24/7 support in mastering social skills. Research indicates robots can outperform humans in certain therapy aspects, yet real-world adoption faces significant hurdles. Many devices quickly become obsolete or malfunction, leaving families without promised assistance. Moxie’s story highlights how high expectations clash with technical and commercial limitations.

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Rogue Studios: Adult Content Studio Bets Big on AI TechnologyArtificial intelligence

Rogue Studios: Adult Content Studio Bets Big on AI Technology

Rogue Studios, an American studio, is poised to revolutionize the adult content industry by integrating advanced artificial intelligence technologies. Positioning itself as a pioneer in crafting 'sophisticated' adult content using generative models, the project aims not just to automate production but to elevate quality and diversity. This innovation could attract new audiences and investors, potentially reshaping industry standards.

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How to Turn an Old Android Smartphone into a Local ServerDevelopment

How to Turn an Old Android Smartphone into a Local Server

Old smartphones and tablets often gather dust in drawers, yet they can serve as powerful local network servers. A ZDNet author demonstrates how to transform an Android device into a Linux server using the free Termux emulator. The project enables deploying an Apache web server, databases, and even a test website without investing in additional hardware. This approach is ideal for development experiments, app testing, or creating small internal services.

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