Technology

Ban on the use of facial recognition in California: privacy protection or security risk

Ban on the use of facial recognition in ...

California's ban on facial recognition in public spaces has sparked controversy, as lawmakers try to balance security needs with preserving citizens' privacy. By introducing strict measures, California wants to protect privacy, but also prevent the misuse of technology, which, according to experts, carries high risks for vulnerable groups.

Apple AirPods Pro enable use as a hearing aid for the hearing impaired through new software

Apple AirPods Pro enable use as a hearing aid ...

The new AirPods Pro 2 functionality, enabled by Apple through the latest update, provides a solution for people with hearing impairments by allowing them to use their headphones as a hearing aid, making the technology more accessible to a wider population and adapted for everyday use in real-world situations. This innovation is changing the approach to hearing health technology, bringing significant benefits for those with mild and moderate hearing loss, at an affordable price.

A new wave of layoffs in the tech sector: Google and SAP are laying off employees for AI and cost optimization

A new wave of layoffs in the tech sector: ...

Google and SAP, as representatives of the largest IT companies, are facing a wave of layoffs to optimize costs and the increasing presence of artificial intelligence. Employment during the pandemic has led to redundancies, and now sectors are facing major changes. The impact of AI on jobs brings challenges, as companies adapt strategies to keep themselves in the marketplace.

Japan

Japan's Fugaku supercomputer sets a new world ...

The Japanese supercomputer Fugaku recently set a new world record for the speed of data processing, reaching a whopping 442 petaflops. This technology is not only impacting scientific research but also many industries, including healthcare, meteorology, and artificial intelligence development. Fugaku is expected to revolutionize the approach to complex problems.

Apple Unveils New Series of MacBook Pro Laptops with M4 Chip and Advanced Performance

Apple Unveils New Series of MacBook Pro ...

The new series of MacBook Pro laptops with M4 chip brings increased efficiency, long-lasting battery life and integrated AI features that take the user experience to a new level. The devices come with improved visual performance and multitasking capability, ideal for professionals.

Record sales of the new Apple iPhone despite challenges in China and the EU due to regulatory hurdles

Record sales of the new Apple iPhone despite ...

Apple's new iPhone 16 broke sales records in its first week, despite challenges in Asia and Europe. Regulation and competition affect strategy, but sales increase.