It has recently been reported that the popular video game series “Call of Duty” has taken steps to detect and ban players who are using an unfair cheating method known as “XIM cheaters”. The game series has been around since the early 2000s and has gone through many iterations and updates to keep the game… Continue reading Call of Duty is the latest to detect and ban XIM cheaters
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Au Revoir, Electric Scooters: Paris Votes to Ban E-Scooter Rentals
Paris is saying a bittersweet goodbye to the electric scooters that were once a common sight in the City of Light. In a major change of policy, Paris has voted to ban companies from renting out electric scooters within the city limits. In the last few years, electric scooters had become a popular mode of… Continue reading Au Revoir, Electric Scooters: Paris Votes to Ban E-Scooter Rentals
Paris votes overwhelmingly to ban shared e-scooters
Paris recently issued a surprising ruling that will drastically alter the future of electric scooters in the city. Voters in the City of Light overwhelmingly supported a ban on the increasingly popular shared e-scooters that could bring an end to the transportation revolution they represented. For months, electric scooters have become a ubiquitous sight in… Continue reading Paris votes overwhelmingly to ban shared e-scooters
Daily Crunch: Citing data privacy concerns, Italy temporarily bans ChatGPT
In a major move to protect the security of citizens’ data and personal information, the Italian government has announced a temporary ban on ChatGPT, a popular artificial intelligence-led (AI) language-learning tool. Citing data privacy concerns, the ban was implemented in response to reports that the tool was collecting users’ information without obtaining proper consent. ChatGPT,… Continue reading Daily Crunch: Citing data privacy concerns, Italy temporarily bans ChatGPT
Italian regulators order ChatGPT ban over alleged violation of data privacy laws
Italy’s competition authority has ordered a temporary ban on ChatGPT, a chatbot created to chat with users and offer advice to the public. The Italian regulator cited the chatbot had failed to respect the privacy laws and regulations set forth by the country. The ban was announced on Thursday and applies to ChatGPT’s applications, online… Continue reading Italian regulators order ChatGPT ban over alleged violation of data privacy laws
TikTok backup
Over the past few months, the Chinese-owned global video-sharing platform, TikTok, has been the subject of global media attention as the US government seeks to ban the app from operating within the United States. Last week, however, the buzz shifted from dangerous politics to consumer-driven innovation as ByteDance-owned Instagram rival, Lemon8, entered the US App… Continue reading TikTok backup
‘So infuriating’: TikTokers are fuming over potential ban
In recent months, the video-sharing platform TikTok has gained a massive following all across the globe. However, the platform may be facing a ban in the United States due to concerns over data security and certain countries have already imposed a ban. This news has sparked outrage among users and prompted many to voice their… Continue reading ‘So infuriating’: TikTokers are fuming over potential ban
The 10 Craziest Moments From Congress’ TikTok Ban Hearing
The congressional hearings over the specter of a potential ban on TikTok in the United States created some memorable moments, but none more memorable than the following ten “craziest” moments. 1. Representative Jim Baird questioning whether the potential ban would have any impact on the distribution of a video President Trump had shared. 2. Representative… Continue reading The 10 Craziest Moments From Congress’ TikTok Ban Hearing
Congress seems more determined to ban TikTok than ever
With TikTok’s growing popularity among teens, Congress seems more determined than ever to ban the app in the United States. TikTok, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, has been called out for its potential for use of data sharing and international political influence. Earlier this month, several Republican Senators sent a letter to Secretary of State… Continue reading Congress seems more determined to ban TikTok than ever
TikTok ban hearing: all the news on the US’s crackdown on the video platform
TikTok – the social media platform for sharing short videos – has been a contentious issue in the United States. As the nation’s political leaders and government officials have become increasingly alarmed about the potential national security implications of the popular app, the Trump administration has taken decisive steps to possibly ban the entire platform… Continue reading TikTok ban hearing: all the news on the US’s crackdown on the video platform