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China Unleashes $137 Billion AI Investment to Challenge US Dominance!
In a bold move to dominate the artificial intelligence industry, China’s Bank of China has committed a staggering $137 billion (1 trillion yuan) towards innovative AI development. This financial powerhouse is designed to reshape the global AI landscape, following a recent surge of AI advances, including the launch of the deepseek language model that has quickly gained notoriety.
Beware: New Telegram Scam Targeting Users with Phishing Traps!
Reports have surfaced about swindlers exploiting secret Telegram chats to ensnare unwitting users. Fraudsters masquerade as messenger support staff, warning that accounts are at risk of deletion unless victims click on a phony link. Experts caution that real moderators don’t create secret chats, and without two-factor authentication, users risk losing access to their accounts and sensitive data.
Goodbye Bluetooth Capability: Samsung's S Pen Gets a Makeover!
Samsung's latest Galaxy S25 Ultra has rolled out without one of its most beloved features: Bluetooth support for the S Pen. Users will now have to purchase this pen separately, and while the price hasn't been confirmed, an alternative version is already available for $50. This new change might have fans raising an eyebrow, leaving many to wonder what prompted the cutback in features.
OpenAI's New AI Agent Fumbles on Simple CAPTCHA!
In a hilarious twist of fate, OpenAI's newly released AI agent, Operator, couldn't manage to conquer a simple Google CAPTCHA challenge. With its grand introduction, one would expect it to handle complex tasks effortlessly, but it failed to identify specific images—leaving many chuckling. The aspiration for AI agents to take over mundane tasks is still alive, but this little hiccup reminds us that it might still be a while before they can truly take charge!
Telegram Experiments with In-Chat Advertising!
An intriguing development has surfaced regarding Telegram; it appears the messaging giant is testing an ad feature that could introduce advertisements every ten messages. A developer discovered this potential update in a recent beta version of the iOS client. While Telegram hasn't publicly confirmed these plans yet, users might soon find themselves navigating through sponsored content in their chats. Get ready for a whole new chatting experience that includes a dash of advertisement!
YouTube’s Sneaky Move: 3-Hour Ads for Ad Block Users!
In a surprising twist, YouTube has started rolling out three-hour-long ads for users who dare to employ ad blockers. A user noticed this irritating trend, prompting speculation that YouTube has found a way to outsmart these blockers. The platform has indirectly justified this move by proclaiming that ads are crucial for creators' revenue, encouraging viewers to either disable their blockers or opt for the ad-free YouTube Premium. Buckle up, ad-blockers—it seems YouTube is playing hardball!
Samsung's Galaxy S25: A Powerhouse with AI Upgrades!
The newly unveiled Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup is causing quite a stir, equipped with powerful AI features that promise to revolutionize smartphone usability. The integrated Google Gemini will aid in selecting the best camera settings, editing photos, managing daily schedules, and even translating calls in real-time. With a whopping 12GB of RAM and the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, the flagship S25 Ultra boasts advanced durability with new glass designed to withstand falls from nearly two meters! Get ready for the official release in Russia on February 19, with prices ranging from 99,000 to 209,000 Rubles.