A Philadelphi photo pioneer proved that human vanity is limited only by the technology to express it. Robert Cornelius shot the world’s first-known self-portrait photograph — the world’s first selfie — in October 1839. He captured the image, both mundane and momentous, only weeks after the advent of photography itself. …
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Mexico will launch its first lunar mission next month, a historic step for the country and Latin America as a whole, according to officials. “This project will make history and is the first of its kind in Latin America, which elevates the name of our country, confirming once again that …
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I received email from a reader asking if hitting the “unsubscribe” button in her inbox is smart. Like many things in tech, it depends.In some cases, reacting to spammers might make your email a hot commodity, leading to more unwanted emails or even a spot on a “for sale” list. …
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American Christians are more likely to be skeptical about artificial intelligence and are particularly apprehensive about using generative AI in church services, according to a recent survey. Just over a quarter of Christians (28%) surveyed by Barna this fall said they were hopeful about AI development, while 39% of self-identified …
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A jaw-dropping video showing a Unitree H1 humanoid robot flailing violently during a test has captured the internet’s attention and sparked a new wave of concern about the safety of advanced robotics. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered …
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A missing hiker’s dead body was finally found in July in Italy’s rugged Piedmont region after 10 months. The recovery team credited the breakthrough to an AI-powered drone that spotted a critical clue within hours. The same process would have taken weeks or even months if done by the human …
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TUCSON, Ariz. – As artificial intelligence becomes more mainstream, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department is looking at how it can use the emerging technology. At the beginning of the year, deputies began a trial of Axon’s Draft One, which is a program that writes incident reports using AI. A body …
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Construction robots are no longer a far-off idea. They’re already changing job sites by tackling repetitive, heavy, and often dangerous tasks. The latest robot comes from Australia, where a spider-like machine named Charlotte is making headlines. Charlotte is designed to 3D print an entire 2,150-sq-ft home in just one day. …
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West Virginia Attorney General John “JB” McCuskey said Monday that his office is helping lead a new multi-state investigation into big tech firms, alleging they exaggerate their clean-energy commitments — a practice known as “greenwashing.” McCuskey is joining 15 other state attorneys general, led by Montana’s Austin Knudsen, in probing …
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Cybercriminals continue to find new ways to target social media users, and Meta accounts remain one of the most common lures. Losing access to Facebook or Instagram can have real consequences for both individuals and businesses, making people more likely to fall for urgent security warnings. Attackers exploit this by …
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