The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Uber, accusing the ride-hailing company of violating federal law by discriminating against people with physical disabilities. In particular, the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) civil rights division claims that the company and its drivers “routinely refuse to serve individuals with disabilities, including individuals who travel with service…
Symptoms of a Sprained Ankle Symptoms of a Broken Ankle Pain The pain is felt especially when putting weight on the foot. The pain is focused on the soft part of the ankle. The pain is immediate and severe. It can become throbbing or pulsing, affecting the ankle joint. Swelling Yes Yes Bruising Red or…
The FTC announced on Thursday that it is launching an inquiry into seven tech companies that make AI chatbot companion products for minors: Alphabet, CharacterAI, Instagram, Meta, OpenAI, Snap, and xAI. The federal regulator seeks to learn how these companies are evaluating the safety and monetization of chatbot companions, how they try to limit negative…
Bone pain is pain or discomfort that starts in one or more of your body’s bones. There are many causes of bone pain, ranging from minor to serious. Identifying the underlying cause of bone pain is essential for effective management and treatment. Bone pain has many possible causes, ranging from minor injuries to more serious…
Chia seeds are a go-to for those looking to add more fiber to their diet. Just one ounce of chia seeds packs 9.8 grams of fiber, which is 35% of the Daily Value (DV). But, while the fiber content of chia seeds is impressive, they aren’t the only way to boost your fiber intake. In…
On Thursday, Box launched its developer conference Boxworks by announcing a new set of AI features, building agentic AI models into the backbone of the company’s products. It’s more product announcements than usual for the conference, reflecting the increasingly fast pace of AI development at the company: Box launched its AI studio last year, followed…
The Food and Drug Administration announced three major recalls recently. Soaps, sanitizers, and skincare products produced by DermaRite were recalled over contamination with bacteria that can cause sepsis in people with compromised immune systems. Frozen vegetable mixes from Endrico tested positive for Listeria, and a Taylor Farms salad kit was pulled from shelves over a…
Google Tables, a work-tracking tool and competitor to the popular spreadsheet-database hybrid Airtable, is shutting down. In an email sent to Tables users this week, Google said the app will not be supported after December 16, 2025, and advised that users export or migrate their data to either Google Sheets or AppSheet instead, depending on…
There’s plenty of uncertainty to go around this year, including a global trade war, shifting policy priorities, and an economy that’s starting to stumble. Breakthrough Energy, a climate tech organization founded by Bill Gates, has also been shifting in response. The group always placed long bets, though it appears to be reappraising some of them….
The California State Assembly took a big step toward regulating AI on Wednesday night, passing SB 243 — a bill that regulate AI companion chatbots in order to protect minors and vulnerable users. The legislation passed with bipartisan support and now heads to the state Senate for a final vote Friday. If Governor Gavin Newsom…
