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Western Slope lawmaker’s bill requiring social media companies to quickly respond to search warrants becomes law

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Western Slope lawmaker’s bill requiring social media companies to quickly respond to search warrants becomes law

Summitdaily.com and 3 more

Colorado requires social media firms to acknowledge warrants within eight hours and comply within up to three days, with court extensions possible.
Large platforms with at least 1 million Colorado users face a $5,000 civil penalty for noncompliance under the new warrants law.
Platforms must be available to law enforcement 24/7, including a staffed hotline and current contact information.

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Dell UltraSharp U3226Q 4K 32-inch QD-OLED monitor review: Pro-grade with reference-level color

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technology19h ago

Dell UltraSharp U3226Q 4K 32-inch QD-OLED monitor review: Pro-grade with reference-level color

Tomshardware.com and 1 more

The U3226Q easily earns its DisplayHDR 500 certification with 535 nits measured from a 25% window pattern.
It runs up to 120 Hz, which isn’t blindingly fast, but since it’s an OLED, blur is minimal.
Grayscale averages around 1.30dE for all modes, indicating strong color accuracy out of the box.

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University of Scranton panel warns of AI data centers' impact on environment

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University of Scranton panel warns of AI data centers' impact on environment

Yahoo.com and 1 more

New findings show AI data centers may raise nearby land temperatures, with some spots up to 16.4°F hotter.
Researchers tracked 6,000-plus data centers to map heat around hyperscale facilities globally.
Average nearby temperature rises documented at 3.6°F after a data center begins operations.
The study suggests heat effects extend up to 6.2 miles from centers, affecting millions.
Experts warn that rapid data center expansion could have dramatic environmental and social impacts.
Researchers urge more studies to verify results and explore mitigation strategies.
The findings come as AI data centers boom, intensifying calls for environmental safeguards.
Researchers emphasized the need to separate ongoing energy use from broader warming trends to isolate effects.
Experts say policy changes may slow data center construction to protect air, water, and land.
The research calls for ongoing discussion on balancing AI progress with environmental sustainability.

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JPMorgan Chase pushes AI use for engineers, links performance ratings to productivity

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business11h ago

JPMorgan Chase pushes AI use for engineers, links performance ratings to productivity

Economictimes.indiatimes.com and 1 more

JPMorgan is prompting its software engineers to use AI tools regularly to boost output and code quality.
Internal dashboards reportedly track whether engineers install and use GitHub Copilot.
JPMorgan plans to spend about $20 billion on technology in 2026, signaling a heavy AI investment.
The bank is exploring Claude Code from Anthropic for coding assistance starting in April.
Industry-wide trend shows other tech firms using AI in performance reviews and productivity metrics.
JPMorgan’s new rules blend 'what you achieve' with 'how you achieve' in employee grading.
The Ticker notes a major JPMorgan initiative to monitor junior bankers' productivity through 'bossware'.
The bossware tool compares self-reported hours with internal IT data for transparency and wellbeing.
The Ticker notes a broader push to boost labor productivity post-pandemic with an $18 billion tech budget.
JPMorgan capped staff hours at 80 per week amid its productivity drive.

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If OpenAI is to float on the stock market this year, it needs to start turning a profit

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technology1m ago

If OpenAI is to float on the stock market this year, it needs to start turning a profit

Theguardian.com

OpenAI has trimmed several consumer bets to focus on sustainable revenue ahead of an expected IPO this year.
The company pulled back from Instant Checkout and Sora, citing challenges in monetizing new consumer platforms.
OpenAI also scrapped Sora, its video-generation platform tied to a $1 billion Disney license deal.
The firm also scrapped erotic chatbot plans amid safety and PR concerns.
Analysts say profitability remains a central challenge despite a growing user base and ad trials.
The company says compute supply and allocation will drive long-term value and enterprise growth.
ChatGPT ads are in trial but monetisation remains uncertain according to industry analysts.
OpenAI’s revenue is said to come mainly from subscriptions and enterprise versions of ChatGPT.
Analysts place the IPO timeline toward the end of the year amid debate over valuation.
OpenAI emphasizes disciplined resource allocation to balance growth and efficiency.

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Meta, Tiktok and Google under investigation for allegedly disobeying Australia’s social media ban

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technology1m ago

Meta, Tiktok and Google under investigation for allegedly disobeying Australia’s social media ban

Theguardian.com

Australia launches an investigation into Meta, TikTok and Google for allegedly disobeying the under-16 social media ban.
A survey found about 70% of under-16s kept accounts on major platforms after the ban.
Regulators accuse platforms of ineffective age assurance and lax guardrails.
Governments warned that platforms must comply to avoid penalties up to A$49.5 million.
Meta says it supports the ban and cites age verification challenges near the 16-year boundary.
eSafety cited reports that many children still had access despite the ban.
The government touted reductions in account ownership but noted ongoing challenges.
The eSafety report highlighted age-verification limitations near 16.
Australia’s laws name multiple platforms as age-restricted and enforceable.
Regulators continue to gather evidence before deciding on fines.
The government seeks robust age verification at app store and OS level.

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The Elder Scrolls Online is coming to Xbox Game Pass ahead of a huge update that takes players back to Skyrim

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technology1m ago

The Elder Scrolls Online is coming to Xbox Game Pass ahead of a huge update that takes players back to Skyrim

Techradar.com

The Elder Scrolls Online will join Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere on June 2, widening access across Xbox and PC.
The announcement came during TechRadar's 2026 Seasons Direct, detailing upcoming content for early 2027.
A new Excursion Zone and dynamic blizzards are planned to affect gameplay in ESO's upcoming update.
The Free PlayStation Plus deal lets players claim The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road at no cost this month.
The PS Plus offer runs through April 6, giving PlayStation players free access to ESO's collection.
Zenimax outlined plans for new content focused on the Thieves Guild and Sheogorath in ESO's upcoming updates.
Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk will accompany the June release, with new playable content next month.
The update will also bring players back to Skyrim's frozen north and introduce a new region not previously seen in ESO.
The Gold Road Collection includes the base game and major chapters, now free on PlayStation Plus.
The articles note ESO's return to Tamriel with new zones and events through 2027.

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'David after Dentist' unrecognisable 18 years from viral video – with apt career

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technology1h ago

'David after Dentist' unrecognisable 18 years from viral video – with apt career

Dailystar.co.uk

David DeVore Jr., the Florida child star of the viral 'David After Dentist' video, is now 25 and pursuing further studies.
The clip helped propel public appearances, but DeVore says his life has moved beyond the meme.
He earned a computer science bachelor’s degree at the University of Florida and started a master’s program at Georgia Tech.
The video remains a landmark in YouTube history as one of the platform’s first homemade viral sensations.
DeVore reflects on how viral fame introduced unique opportunities without defining his identity.
The NFT of the original uncut clip sold for about $11,600 in 2021, financing education opportunities for him and his brother.
He has traveled widely and even appeared on red carpets tied to viral fame years after the clip.
DeVore has remained approachable about his viral past, answering questions about the video when encountered.
The original video’s reach and ongoing interest have helped him seize education and life opportunities.
DeVore expresses gratitude for the balance between viral fame and normal life achievements.

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Early Pixel 11 renders highlight a big camera island change

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technology1h ago

Early Pixel 11 renders highlight a big camera island change

Androidpolice.com

New Pixel 11 CAD renders point to a less protruded rear camera bar, signaling a key design change.
Renders show an all-black camera island, contrasting with the previous color wrap.
Pixel 11 is expected to use Tensor G6 with 12GB RAM and at least 128GB storage.
Battery capacity is anticipated at 5,000mAh for the Pixel 11 lineup.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is also expected to receive design updates in line with the base model.
Early leaks position the Pixel 11 as an iterative upgrade over the Pixel 10.
Cad renders are claimed to be based on leaks and early designs from sources like OnLeaks and Android Headlines.
There is limited information on Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL details, suggesting similar baselines to the base model.
Bezel sizing and other external design details may shift as renders are early and subject to changes.
The latest leaks position the Pixel 11 as Google's 2026 flagship ahead of other foldables in the market.

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MICC Fort Belvoir employees recognized for support to the Army Warfighter Brain Health Task Force

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technology1h ago

MICC Fort Belvoir employees recognized for support to the Army Warfighter Brain Health Task Force

Army.mil

MICC Fort Belvoir team earned praise from the Office of the Surgeon General for their procurement work supporting the Army Warfighter Brain Health Task Force.
Gwen Bridges, Oswald Pascal, and Francisco Velazquez-Salazar were commended at a March 17, 2026 ceremony for their role in securing critical equipment.
The award acknowledged their work on the Neurocognitive Assessment Tool program within the Cognitive Monitoring Program.
Lt. Col. Jacob Bagwell, MICC Fort Belvoir Director, said the team provides acquisition support to six installations and multiple commands.
Col. Megan Moakler credited the MICC-Fort Belvoir team with strategic agility and technical mastery to meet demanding requirements.
The procurement secured assets for a critical Army medical mission and supported pre-deployment readiness and post-injury tracking.
The ceremony highlighted the team's leadership in navigating complex requirements under tight year-end deadlines.
The Army Public Affairs coverage frames the effort as strengthening cognitive monitoring for the multi-domain force.
The MICC unit’s broader mission includes contracting for more than 200 Army and Joint organizations.

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