AI company leaders want to influence how their technology is regulated, but they face challenges because Congress often struggles with tech policy. Leaders from companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are proposing big ideas for AI regulation, but political processes in Washington are slow and complex.
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AI CEOs, including from OpenAI and Anthropic, want to help shape regulations around AI technology.
Congress has a history of difficulties in creating tech policies, such as for social media and privacy.
OpenAI suggests broad policy changes like tax reform and shorter workweeks due to AI's impact.
Anthropic focuses on transparency and the economic effects of AI, advocating for audits and stricter controls.
OpenAI and Anthropic are working to promote policies at the state level where regulations are more likely to succeed.
There is public demand for government action on AI issues, with companies pushing for greater transparency.
There is a disconnect between fast-moving tech companies in Silicon Valley and the slower legislative process in Washington.
The AI industry has support in the White House but faces challenges in swaying Congressional policy.
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The Artemis crew is scheduled to splash down near San Diego after completing their mission orbiting the Moon. The splashdown sequence will take about 42 minutes, and involves the Orion spacecraft's re-entry into Earth's atmosphere, which is the most hazardous part of the mission. This mission prepares for potential lunar landings by 2028, but no Moon landing will occur this time.
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The Artemis mission involves four astronauts returning from a trip around the Moon.
The splashdown will happen off the coast of San Diego.
The splashdown is scheduled for Friday at 20:07 Eastern US time.
The splashdown sequence, starting with a module separation, takes 42 minutes.
Re-entry poses the greatest risk due to extreme temperatures faced by the spacecraft.
Nasa plans a Moon landing by 2028, although this mission does not include one.
The mission helps prepare for future lunar landings by testing various processes.
The spacecraft must endure temperatures of nearly 2,760 degrees Celsius during re-entry.
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The article discusses a TikTok user's popular travel tech bag checklist that helps travelers keep their gadgets organized and functional. The video highlights helpful items like a cord adapter kit and travel tech organizers, which many viewers find useful for avoiding common travel problems.
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A TikTok creator shared a travel tech bag checklist on social media.
The checklist includes different tech organizers for short and long trips.
A key item is a compact cord adapter kit for converting charging cables.
Other items include a magnetic mini tripod, MagSafe battery pack, and a Bluetooth adapter.
The checklist aims to keep travel accessories organized and functional on the go.
The TikTok video received positive responses from viewers who found the tips helpful.
Newsweek describes the move towards compact, multi-use travel tools as an ongoing trend.
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Season 3 of "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" is scheduled to focus on a large-scale war in the show's storyline. Although a release date hasn't been announced, the series completed filming in December 2025 and may come out in 2027. The show is a prequel to the Peter Jackson films, featuring key characters like Elrond and Galadriel.
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"The Rings of Power" is a prequel series to Peter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings" movies.
Season 3 will showcase a major war involving Elvish civilizations and Sauron.
The series is set in The Second Age of Middle-earth.
Filming for Season 3 wrapped up in December 2025.
The anticipated release window for Season 3 is fall 2027.
Key characters from the series include Elrond, Galadriel, and Gandalf.
New cast members include Jamie Campbell Bower and Eddie Marsan.
Charlie Vickers continues to play the role of Sauron.
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TV for dogs is becoming more popular, with various channels catering to pet owners who leave their dogs at home. Opinions vary on whether dogs actually watch these videos or benefit from them. Some research shows limited attention from dogs, while other studies suggest potential benefits.
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A YouTube channel, Siesta Dog TV, shows videos made for dogs and has been popular since its start six years ago.
The channel's videos use colors that dogs can see best and calming music to relax them.
TV for dogs is a growing trend, with many channels offering similar content like Four Paws TV and Puppy Dreamscape.
Research from Queen's University Belfast in 2023 showed dogs looked at TV screens for only 10.8% of viewing time.
Experts stress the importance of social interaction with humans and other dogs for animal wellbeing.
Some videos are created using AI, making it easier to produce diverse content.
A study at Auburn University found that dogs already watching TV may experience a meaningful world through television.
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Netflix will remove a significant list of movies and TV shows from its U.S. streaming service in April 2026. This includes various popular titles, such as 20 James Bond movies, which will no longer be available by the end of the month.
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Netflix is taking 50 titles off its service in the U.S. during April 2026.
20 of these titles are James Bond movies, leaving April 21.
Some notable movies removed on April 1 include "Ford v. Ferrari," "Molly’s Game," and comedies like "Big Momma's House."
TV series such as "Van Helsing" and "Black Sails" will depart mid-month.
Netflix has introduced new content like documentaries and dramas to replace these departures.
Viewers are encouraged to watch the leaving titles before they are no longer available.
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Anthropic has begun testing a new AI model called Mythos. The company is allowing limited access to this model for testing purposes, as it may cause major disruptions.
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Anthropic announced a limited test for its new AI model named Mythos.
Mythos is considered very powerful and could potentially cause disruptions.
Anthropic is allowing some companies to access Mythos to identify any weaknesses.
The limited release of Mythos is causing concern among some people.
Geoff Bennett had a discussion about this with Gerrit De Vynck.
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The article discusses how digital wallets are becoming a more realistic alternative to traditional bank accounts. Advances in design and functionality have made digital wallets easier to use and more accessible to everyday consumers.
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Digital wallets are improving and are now easier to use and fund.
Stablecoins, a type of digital currency with a stable value, are becoming integrated into global finance.
Modern digital wallets resemble financial apps with user-friendly features.
Initial challenges with wallet sign-up processes are largely resolved, making onboarding similar to digital banking.
Wallets now allow direct purchases of digital currency using common payment methods.
Many businesses are adopting blockchain technology and using stablecoins for faster and cheaper financial transactions.
Digital wallet functionalities are increasingly integrated into popular apps and platforms.
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Nevada's main electricity provider, NV Energy, says it might not meet the state's renewable energy goals because of the power needed for new data centers. The utility will need three times the electricity used in Las Vegas and may rely on fossil fuels to meet this demand.
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NV Energy is Nevada's largest utility company, providing electricity to 90% of the state.
The company says it needs three times more electricity for proposed data centers.
Nevada has a goal to use 50% renewable energy by 2030.
Fossil fuels might be necessary to meet the increased demand for electricity.
Data centers are driving the increased demand for power.
NV Energy is concerned about meeting the increased electricity needs without violating clean energy targets.
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NASA's Artemis II mission features astronauts traveling around the Moon using the Orion spacecraft. The spacecraft, capable of withstanding extreme re-entry conditions, will return to Earth on April 10. The mission is part of a larger goal for the U.S. to land humans on the Moon again by 2028.
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The Artemis II crew is scheduled to return to Earth on April 10.
The Orion spacecraft is traveling at about 25,000 mph during re-entry.
The spacecraft's shield will face temperatures up to 5,000F.
The mission includes various tests, such as practicing maneuvers.
The U.S. aims to land humans on the Moon by 2028 as part of future missions.
Artemis II is NASA's first crewed lunar mission in 50 years.
People viewed the launch from commercial planes and nearby areas.
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The show "The Miniature Wife," starring Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen, uses humor and absurd situations to explore complex themes about marriage and gender dynamics. A story twist involves a technological accident that shrinks the character Lindy, making the couple face issues they have been avoiding. The series uses this unexpected situation to discuss and reflect on relationship challenges.
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"The Miniature Wife" is a series on Peacock featuring Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen.
In the series, Banks' character, Lindy, is accidentally shrunk due to a technology error.
The plot uses the shrinking as a metaphor for feeling diminished in relationships.
Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen are both stars and executive producers of the series.
The show aims to address themes of gender imbalance and communication in marriage.
Banks and Macfadyen's production company, Brownstone Productions, is behind the project.
The series combines humor with serious topics to engage viewers.
The use of humor allows the series to discuss painful and meaningful relationship issues.
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A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., decided not to stop the Pentagon from blacklisting the AI company Anthropic. Anthropic is in a legal dispute with the Trump administration over its AI technology use, centering on military applications and surveillance concerns.
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The U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., ruled against Anthropic's request to block the Pentagon's blacklist.
The case involves the use of Anthropic's Claude chatbot in autonomous weapons and surveillance.
Anthropic had previously succeeded in a similar case in San Francisco, where a judge ruled against the national security label placed by the Trump administration.
Anthropic claims the Trump administration is retaliating because the company opposes certain uses of its AI technology.
The legal disputes are ongoing, with Anthropic filing lawsuits in both San Francisco and Washington, D.C.
The Trump administration criticized Anthropic for allegedly trying to influence U.S. military policy.
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Scientists are developing a pill called LOY-002 to help dogs live longer by slowing down their aging process. The new treatment, targeting a hormone linked to aging in dogs, could get approval from the FDA and become available by the end of 2026.
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A new pill, LOY-002, is being developed to extend the lifespan of dogs.
The pill targets the hormone IGF-1, which is linked to faster aging, especially in large dog breeds.
LOY-002 is designed for dogs aged 10 and older and weighs more than 14 pounds.
The drug has passed two of three major FDA approval steps.
If approved, LOY-002 would be the first FDA-cleared drug to slow aging in animals or humans.
Loyal, the company behind LOY-002, aims to market the drug by 2026.
The global pet care market is valued at $261 billion, indicating significant market potential for the drug.
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Apple released iOS 26.4.1 to fix bugs and strengthen security for iPhones. The update addresses an iCloud syncing problem and enhances Stolen Device Protection, a feature that improves security on enterprise-managed devices.
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Apple released an iOS update version 26.4.1, mainly to fix bugs.
The update includes a fix for an iCloud syncing issue.
It enhances Stolen Device Protection, a security feature for managed devices.
This feature requires extra authentication for sensitive actions on devices.
Enterprise-managed devices will automatically get Stolen Device Protection enabled with this update.
The update did not add new features but focused on bug fixes and security.
Apple hasn't released updates for other Apple platforms like macOS or watchOS at the same time.
Some users on forums noted improvements in device performance after installing the update.
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OpenAI paused its plans for a large data center in the UK due to high energy costs and regulatory concerns. The project, named Stargate UK, was part of a larger investment aimed at strengthening the UK's AI capabilities. The company says it will continue exploring the project when conditions improve.
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OpenAI paused a UK data center project, citing energy costs and regulation as reasons.
The project, Stargate UK, included building a data center in Northumberland.
It was part of a larger £31 billion UK tech investment plan.
OpenAI has partnered with tech companies Nvidia and Nscale for this project.
The project aimed to boost the UK’s AI infrastructure and sovereignty.
OpenAI mentioned the importance of energy costs and regulation for long-term investment.
The UK government had seen tech and AI development as a way to grow the economy.
Concerns exist about the UK’s regulatory environment, including copyright laws affecting AI training.
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A new study explains why weight-loss drugs like Ozempic work better for some people. The researchers found that genetics, or DNA, can affect how well these drugs work and what side effects people might face.
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The study analyzed 28,000 people using weight-loss drugs, focusing on their genetic data.
Certain genetic variants were linked to better weight-loss results, while others were related to side effects.
On average, some users lost 10% of their body weight, but results varied widely.
Two key genes studied were GLP1R and GIPR, which affect how the drugs interact with the body.
One gene variant increased the risk of nausea by 57% and vomiting by 36%.
A different genetic variant related to GIPs raised the chance of vomiting by 83% when using tirzepatide.
The results suggest that personalized treatment plans could be developed using genetic information, although more research is needed.
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The article discusses the movie adaptation of the video game "The Exit 8," directed by Genki Kawamura. The game, which became widely popular in 2023, is about navigating through a Japanese metro tunnel with specific game mechanics. Kawamura's film adaptation embraces the game's style while expanding the story and character development.
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"The Exit 8" is a video game that became popular in 2023.
The game was initially released for PC and later for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and VR platforms.
Players navigate a metro tunnel and must complete eight loops to escape.
The movie adaptation is directed by Genki Kawamura and maintains the game's themes.
Kawamura collaborated with the game's developer, Kotake Creates, for the film.
In addition to the film, Kawamura is working on a novelization of "The Exit 8."
The film adds more depth to the game's main character, who was initially without much background.
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Amazon announced that starting in May 2026, it will no longer support some older Kindle devices, affecting users' abilities to buy or download new books on those devices. Existing books on the Kindles can still be read, but once a device is deregistered or reset, it cannot be used again, which has upset many customers.
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Amazon will stop supporting certain Kindle devices made in 2012 or earlier starting May 20, 2026.
Affected models include Kindle 1st and 2nd Generation, Kindle DX, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 4 and 5, Kindle Touch, and Kindle Paperwhite (1st Gen).
Users will be able to read books already downloaded but cannot buy, borrow, or download new books directly on these devices after May 2026.
Devices cannot be re-registered or used if they are deregistered or reset after the cutoff date.
Many users are upset with Amazon, saying this decision makes functional devices obsolete and raises concerns about e-waste.
Some users pointed out that Kindles can still be used to read existing content and can receive transfers via email or other methods.
The situation has sparked discussions about technology's lifespan, environmental concerns, and consumer rights.
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A hairstylist named Whitney from Southlake, Texas, shared a humorous TikTok video about an unusual client request. The client sent her a picture of a crow, asking for a hair color inspired by the crow's blue-black coloring. The video became popular online, sparking interest in the unique hair color request.
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Whitney is a hairstylist in Southlake, Texas, who shares hair transformations on TikTok.
She took part in a trend where business owners share funny client messages.
A client sent Whitney a photo of a crow as inspiration for hair color.
The video's humorous nature made it popular, gaining nearly 600,000 views.
Viewers and other stylists found the crow-inspired hair idea interesting and entertaining.
Whitney clarified that the client wanted to add blue to her black hair color.
Whitney hasn't done the crow-inspired hair yet but is positive about the project.
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