Microsoft AI Struggles as Google Gemini Surges Ahead

Microsoft’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) products are struggling to gain traction in the market, with many of its AI tools falling behind competitors like Google Gemini. The company has cut internal goals for its Azure AI products and is struggling to meet sales targets due to a lack of demand. The situation is attributed to Microsoft’s … Read more

What Cookies Are Used On Websites And How They Affect Your Experience

Cookies are small files stored on your device when you visit a website. There are different types of cookies, each serving a specific purpose. **Essential Cookies** These cookies are necessary for websites to function properly. They help with tasks such as logging in, saving language preferences, and measuring performance. Examples include Google Analytics cookies and … Read more

Fresno Police Issue 145 Cell Phone Citations During Distracted Driving Operation

Fresno police issued citations to 145 drivers for using their hands-free cell phones while driving, during a recent enforcement operation. This is part of California’s effort to reduce distracted driving and enforce its ban on handheld phone use behind the wheel. In 2008, California prohibited drivers from holding or using phones in vehicles, including talking, … Read more

US Supreme Court Signals Trump’s Control Over Agencies

The US Supreme Court is hinting it will let President Donald Trump have control over federal agencies, potentially undermining a long-standing rule that protects their independence. In a hearing on Monday, the court’s conservative justices questioned a 90-year-old precedent that allows agency heads to be fired only for specific reasons. This could allow Trump to … Read more

Recognizing Dementia Symptoms vs Normal Aging Changes

Getting older is inevitable, but it’s essential to distinguish between normal aging changes and cognitive decline. Approximately 7 million Americans live with dementia, which may double by 2060. Experts stress that mild cognitive impairment can be a precursor to dementia, characterized by difficulty using cars, getting lost while driving familiar routes, or struggling with daily … Read more

Cloudflare Blocks 416 Billion AI Bot Requests Since July 1

Cloudflare is taking steps to protect its customers from AI bot requests. The company has blocked over 400 billion AI bot requests since July 1, with a goal of discouraging consolidation and safeguarding the internet for small businesses and creators. According to Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince, the business model of the internet is changing with … Read more

Notepad Now Supports Markdown Tables on Windows 11

Microsoft’s Notepad app on Windows 11 has received a significant update, adding support for creating Markdown tables. This feature allows users to structure information in a lightweight and Word-like grid without leaving the editor. The new table functionality is available in preview through the Dev and Canary Channels of the Windows Insider Program and may … Read more

Fix Unstable Wi-Fi on Xbox Ally X with Easy Driver Update

If you’re having trouble with unstable Wi-Fi on your Xbox Ally or Rog Ally, this fix might just do the trick. I’ve been struggling with Wi-Fi issues on my Xbox Ally X for weeks, but updating the WLAN driver solved the problem instantly. Here’s what worked for me: I updated the WLAN driver using a … Read more

NanoKVM Switch Raises Security Concerns Over Undocumented Microphone and Audio Recording

A Slovenian security researcher has uncovered severe security flaws in Sipeed’s nanoKVM switch, a low-cost remote management device that ships with an active audio recording pipeline. The €30-€60 ($35-70) device offers features like HDMI capture, USB HID emulation, and browser-based access to a connected PC, but its open-source nature has led to community porting of … Read more