In 2019, Spotify set a new record. For the first time ever, over 100 songs earned the “Billions Club” distinction – meaning they accrued over one billion streams on the platform. With a deep dive into the list of the 128 songs that reached this milestone, we explore some of the immense popularity of these… Continue reading Here Are the 128 Songs That Reached Spotify’s ‘Billions Club’ This Year
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Are smart speakers really safe for children?
At the time of their launch, smart speakers such as the Amazon Echo and Google Home, were praised for their convenience and usefulness. However, with the rapid adoption of these devices, concerns about their safety for children have arisen. In most cases, these issues have to do with privacy and security. Smart speakers have microphones… Continue reading Are smart speakers really safe for children?
Celebs Are Being Sued for Shilling Expensive Bored Ape NFTs
In recent months, the rise of digital collectibles known as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has taken off, with celebrities and influencers being among those eager to cash in. But in some cases these “shills” have gone too far and ended up facing legal action. In the case of the NFT platform Bored Ape, various high-profile celebrities… Continue reading Celebs Are Being Sued for Shilling Expensive Bored Ape NFTs
AI image generation tech can now create life-wrecking deepfakes with ease
In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has experienced massive advancements in the realm of image manipulation. Now, a new form of image generation technology is enabling anyone to create highly realistic deepfakes, with very little difficulty. Deepfakes are fake, but realistic-looking images of someone that are created using AI. They are created by combining and… Continue reading AI image generation tech can now create life-wrecking deepfakes with ease
Here are the shipping deadlines to get your holiday gifts there on time
Holiday shopping season is already upon us, and now is the time to make sure that your gifts arrive in time for Christmas. Many stores offer free or discounted shipping for orders during the holiday season. However, it is vital to keep in mind the shipping deadlines in order to ensure your gifts are safely… Continue reading Here are the shipping deadlines to get your holiday gifts there on time
When drivers are attacked, Uber leaves police waiting for help
In recent years, Uber has faced its fair share of public criticism. From skyrocketing fares to questionable safety practices, the car service has been a source of contention among the public at large. The latest issue has to do with Uber drivers being attacked and the company’s response (or lack of response). Earlier this year,… Continue reading When drivers are attacked, Uber leaves police waiting for help