Gone are the days of blanking staring at your closet, loathing every piece of ill-fitting clothing you own or not knowing what to wear. Instead, a new app helps users shop smarter and takes the difficulty out of styling their wardrobe. Mys Tyler is essentially a stylist that fits right in your pocket. The application’s … Read more
Dozens of states are suing Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Platforms and its Instagram unit, accusing them of contributing to a youth mental health crisis through the addictive nature of their social media platforms. In a complaint filed in the Oakland, Calif., federal court, 33 states said Meta, which also operates Facebook has repeatedly misled the public about the substantial dangers of its platforms and knowingly … Read more
Talk to your robo-doctor. New medical research finds that artificial intelligence can detect type 2 diabetes merely by listening to a patient speak for six to ten seconds. The study by Klick Labs, published in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Digital Health,” showed an 89% accuracy rate for diagnoses in women and 86% for men, according to … Read more
Instagram likes, missed calls, unread emails — the pings of texts, apps and even work communications are wreaking havoc on our minds. While the addictive dopamine hit of online validation may feel exhilarating in the moment, experts warn that incessant notifications can result in poor mental health. “The delineation between work and leisure life doesn’t … Read more
It’s like a video game character generator — but for boyfriends. Don’t know what your ideal soulmate would look like? You’re in luck. Jewelry retailer Shane Co. has enlisted artificial intelligence to create a visual representation of the “perfect boyfriend” in each state based on which characteristics these regions reportedly find most attractive. “Ever wondered … Read more
This discovery could rock our world. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration has collected samples from Bennu — a 4.5 billion-year-old “near-Earth” asteroid that has a slight chance of a planetary collision 159 years from now — and they could show, as the agency described it, “the building blocks of life on Earth.” NASA’s Origins, … Read more
Type it into existence. People are choosing “affirmations passwords” to instill positive thinking and accountability into their daily routines — as well as staying secure, according to experts. “Changing your password for your computer, email, or anything else is an extremely simple and potentially powerful strategy for staying engaged with your intention,” Psychology Today’s contributor Mariah … Read more
Shoot for the moon — you could land a new home. By 2040, Americans could be living on the moon, despite skeptics’ doubt, a NASA spokesperson told The New York Times. “We’re at a pivotal moment, and in some ways, it feels like a dream sequence,” Niki Werkheiser, the director of technology maturation at NASA, … Read more
Wherever you go, there you are — but it doesn’t have to be that way on the internet. A new app will help consumers protect their personal data from being bought and sold by dozens of major companies. Powered by the nonprofit Consumer Reports, Permission Slip will put control back in the hands of its … Read more
A New York University professor is sounding the alarm about a looming social crisis for young men driven by the rise of “AI sex bots” and excessive consumption of pornography. Scott Galloway advocated for schools to start teaching young men “mating dynamics” to help preserve their ability to seek and build meaningful relationships with romantic … Read more
Anyone can be an influencer now — luck of the algorithm be damned. A first-of-its-kind college major will now teach spotlight hopefuls the art of influencing and content creation in just three years. The catch? The uniquely Gen Z program is only available at South East Technological University in Carlow, Ireland. The college already offered … Read more
Google on Wednesday unveiled a next-generation Pixel smartphones lineup that will be infused with more artificial intelligence tools capable of writing captions about photos that can be altered by the technology, too. The injection of more artificial intelligence, or AI, into Google’s products marks another step in the company’s attempt to bring more of the … Read more
AI, meet A-1. Home grill chefs could soon be cooking perfect steaks in less than 90 seconds — providing they can afford what’s been dubbed the “world’s first AI-powered grill,” manufactured by British company Seergrills. If you thought a night at Peter Luger’s was expensive, the cool new culinary toy — called Perfecta — might give you … Read more
Hold the phone — or don’t, actually. Taking your cell phone into the bathroom to entertain yourself on the toilet may not be such a good idea, according to a Stanford- and Harvard-trained gastroenterologist. In a video posted to TikTok over the summer, Dr. Saurabh Sethi revealed that scrolling on social media while doing your … Read more
Lend him an ear. The post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh provides posthumous insight into his life and work as part of a new exhibit that draws on advanced, generative artificial intelligence technology. A virtual avatar of the artist answers questions from visitors to “Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise: The Final Months” at the Musée d’Orsay in Paris. … Read more
Here’s an alert you won’t want to ignore. Teens are being flooded with constant notifications on their phones at all hours of the day — even during school and when they’re supposed to be sleeping. New research released Tuesday from Common Sense Media found that on a typical day, nearly half of 11- to 17-year-olds … Read more
Don’t blame AI for mainstream beauty standards becoming even more unrealistic before of our very eyes. The creator and agent who represents a popular, artificially intelligent social media influencer is doubling down on that message after criticism that the CGI blonde bombshell Milla Sofia is setting a bad example for expectations of women’s looks. “Social … Read more
Ken Griffin has a few bones to pick when it comes to “Dumb Money” – among them the way the star-studded flick depicts his habits when it comes to expensive art. On the positive side, attorneys for the Miami-based hedge-fund titan said they “appreciate artistic endeavors.” They applauded the casting of “Parks & Recreation” star … Read more
Sean Penn has a warning message for Hollywood studio executives: If they want his voice and likeness, they can have it — but they’re going to have to trade his for their daughter’s. The notoriously hot-headed “Mystic River” star is outraged over studios’ alleged interest in using artificial intelligence to exploit Screen Actors Guild members’ … Read more
Three in four mobile gamers swear video games have improved their lives. A recent survey of 2,000 American gamers revealed how video games are more than just pastimes — 72% of respondents attested to the positive impact of video games on various aspects of their daily lives. Many credit games for enhancing relaxation (68%), improving … Read more