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Netflix chief Ted Sarandos says AI can make movies '10% better'
- Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos believes AI can make movies 'better' in addition to being more cost-efficient.
- Sarandos mentioned that the use of AI tools, such as set references and pre-vis, VFX sequence prep, and shop planning, is already making the movie-making process better.
- AI enables smaller budget projects to access advanced visual effects that were previously limited to big-budget projects.
- Netflix aims to continue creating opportunities for AI to improve the member and creator experience, rather than replacing their roles entirely.
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Emilio Estevez Breaks Silence on Avoiding 'The Breakfast Club' Reunions
- Emilio Estevez had never bothered to partake in reunions for many of his famous films that remain popular, including The Breakfast Club.
- Estevez explained that he has always wanted to look forward and never wanted to look back, which helps explain his avoidance of reunions.
- However, recently he did reunite with his castmates from The Breakfast Club for the film's 40th anniversary at a pop culture convention in Chicago.
- All the main players, including Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson, and Anthony Michael Hall, were present for the emotional reunion.
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The Orientation of Federated learning
- Federated Learning (FL) flips the traditional data pipeline by pushing the model to where the data lives on user devices or systems.
- FL reduces privacy risk, regulatory friction, and transmission costs in training models.
- FedOps, similar to DevOps and MLOps, is emerging as a tooling and workflow to monitor, audit, and scale federated systems.
- The future of learning might rely on FL: training smarter without storing everything, learning together without sacrificing autonomy, and building AI ecosystems respecting privacy.
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SHIELD TV Units Getting Hotfix Update to Squash Bugs
- NVIDIA has released a hotfix update for SHIELD TV units to address issues with the 9.2 update.
- The update is not yet available publicly, but owners can sign up to receive the HotFix build.
- The hotfix addresses various issues, including skipping night mode, fixing Dolby Vision content stutters, and resolving playback issues in Plex.
- Owners are advised to wait for the public release unless the bugs affect their usage significantly.
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Phishing Scam Targets Crypto Leaders via Fake Zoom Calls and Downloads Trap
- Manta Network’s co-founder, Kenny Li, narrowly avoided a Zoom phishing scam on April 17.
- Crypto industry insiders are increasingly becoming the target of sophisticated cyber scams, including phishing scam, with the latest troubling incident involving Manta Network’s co-founder, Kenny Li.
- The Zoom phishing scam also affected other crypto leaders, including Jake Gallen, CEO of Emblem Vault, who lost over $100,000 in digital assets after falling victim to a similar scam.
- Crypto leaders are advised to be cautious about unexpected downloads or software updates during video calls to protect against these attacks.
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This Week in FinTech: From Latin America to Africa, Funding Focuses on B2B and Platforms
- FinTech capital raising in the first quarter of 2020 reached about $8 billion, up 46% from last year.
- Plaid announced a $575 million funding round led by Franklin Templeton, focusing on international players and platforms.
- Chile-based Toku raised $48 million in Series A funding to increase automated payment methods for enterprises.
- South Africa-based Stitch raised $55 million to expand its in-person payments offering and move into the acquiring space.
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New Research Reveals Zinc Leaching from Glassware Impairs Embryo Development: Paving the Way for Safer, More Effective IVF Solutions
- New research has unveiled the detrimental effects of zinc leaching from glassware on embryo development in assisted reproductive technology, potentially influencing declining IVF success rates.
- Zinc toxicity from glassware hinders proper embryo maturation, leading to abnormal structures and reduced blastocyst formation.
- Introducing chelating agents like EDTA into culture mediums shows promise in mitigating zinc's negative impacts on embryonic outcomes.
- The study underscores the need for continuous evaluation of materials used in embryo culture, urging a shift toward safer alternatives in IVF procedures.
- Implications extend beyond human reproduction to animal breeding, emphasizing the responsibility to handle materials affecting reproductive cells across species.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative glassware design could pave the way for safer and more effective assisted reproduction techniques.
- The research highlights the importance of revisiting established practices in reproductive medicine to enhance IVF treatment outcomes and embryo viability.
- By addressing glassware-related risks and leveraging scientific advancements, practitioners can strive to improve the safety and success of assisted reproductive technologies.
- This study signifies a shift toward a future where advancements in embryology research offer new possibilities for enhancing reproductive health outcomes.
- The ongoing journey to understand and optimize embryo development is strengthened by these breakthroughs, calling for continued engagement and informed practices in the field.
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Texas considers ban on Chinese drones for state agencies
- Texas is considering a ban on Chinese drones for state agencies due to national security concerns.
- House Bill 41 aims to prohibit government agencies in Texas from using drones originating from countries deemed hostile to the U.S.
- The bill largely targets China, a major producer of drones in the U.S. market.
- First responders fear the ban could hinder life-saving operations and increase costs for agencies.
- Witnesses expressed concerns about sourcing less capable and expensive drones if Chinese-made ones are banned.
- The proposed legislation includes a five-year grace period for agencies with existing contracts for banned drones.
- A grant program is also proposed to help law enforcement agencies replace prohibited drones.
- Supporters of the bill cite national security risks associated with Chinese-made drones.
- Some suggest using American-made technology for security and innovation purposes.
- Concerns exist that data collected by Chinese drones could be misused by the Chinese government.
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Eternal To Cap Foreign Ownership At Under 50%
- Zomato and Blinkit parent company Eternal plans to cap foreign ownership at 49.5%.
- The proposal includes capping the ownership of FDI, FPIs, and NRIs.
- At the end of the March quarter, foreign shareholding in Eternal was 44.36%.
- The move is likely driven by the Indian government's preference for higher domestic ownership in quick commerce grocery delivery companies.
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Weekly Recap from NewBits AI — Navigating the AI Frontier
- NewBits AI released three new episodes of their podcast series, AI Basics: The Fundamentals.
- These episodes focus on real-world applications of AI, discovery tools, and the practical limits of AI systems.
- The episodes are hosted by AI-generated avatars, providing insights from the frontier of artificial intelligence.
- NewBits AI can be followed on various social media platforms.
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'Bosch: Legacy' Season 4? Here's What To Know About 'Ballard'
- Bosch: Legacy Season 4 will not be happening, but a new spinoff show titled Ballard will continue the continuity of the series.
- Ballard will be the direct follow-up to Bosch: Legacy and will focus on the character Renée Ballard, portrayed by Maggie Q.
- The show will have a different setting, as Ballard lives in Malibu, and it will explore the contrast between the city's dark underbelly and its geographically beautiful surroundings.
- The release date for Ballard has not been confirmed yet, but it is expected to premiere sometime during the summer of 2025.
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Nintendo Switch 2 preorders begin next week, but accessories will cost more
- Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 will start on April 24 with unchanged prices.
- However, accessories like the Pro Controller and Joy Cons will have increased prices.
- The majority of accessories have increased by around $5, with the dock seeing a $10 increase.
- There are rumors of limited stock availability, so preorders may sell out quickly.
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Cryptocurrency Price Prediction: Coldware $7, Cardano $1.4, Dogecoin $0.3
- Coldware (COLD) is gaining attention for its rapid growth and projected price target of $7.
- Cardano (ADA) faces challenges in the cryptocurrency market but has the potential to reach $1.4.
- Dogecoin (DOGE) may dip to $0.09 due to market pressure and competition from other meme coins.
- Coldware (COLD) is predicted to outperform Cardano (ADA) and Dogecoin (DOGE) in 2025, with a price target of $7.
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A new Android 16 setting makes your Pixel Fold work better with magnetic cases
- Android 16 Beta 4 introduces a new 'robust open/close detection' setting for Pixel Fold and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
- This setting improves the ability to detect whether the device is folded or unfolded.
- It enhances the reliability of the hinge angle sensor, especially when using magnetic cases.
- The new setting prevents unwanted app transitions or movements caused by magnetic accessories.
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Toku Raises $48 Million to Expand AR Automation Platform in Latin America
- Toku has raised $48 million in a Series A funding round for its accounts receivable (AR) software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform targeted at mid-market to enterprise businesses in Mexico, Brazil, and Chile.
- The funding will be used to enhance the go-to-market strategy and accelerate product development.
- Toku's platform aims to streamline payment collection processes in Latin America, reducing delinquency rates and friction for businesses and customers.
- The company provides automated collections, payment orchestration, and customizable payment portals to optimize the payment cycle.
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