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Neuralink has received permission for clinical trials of a brain implant in Canada. The device will help paralyzed people control digital devices with the power of thought.

Elon Musk's company has announced that it has received permission to conduct its first clinical trials in Canada. The purpose of the trial is to test a device that will allow paralyzed people to control digital devices using only their thoughts.

This was reported by Reuters , UNN and UNN.

The study will evaluate the safety and functionality of a brain implant that will help people with quadriplegia, or paralysis of all four limbs, to control external devices via brain signals.

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One of the University Health Network hospitals in Toronto was chosen to perform the complex neurosurgical operation to implant the device. Neuralink has already performed similar procedures in the United States. The company claims that the device is working well in the second patient, who uses it to play video games and develop 3D objects.

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The company, founded in 2016 by Musk, is also working on a brain chip that can be implanted directly into the skull, with the prospect of helping patients regain movement, communication, and even vision. In September, the startup received “breakthrough device” designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its experimental implant aimed at restoring vision.

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Volkswagen employees are protesting against austerity plans and layoffs. The union threatens to strike on December 1 if no agreement is reached on a collective bargaining agreement.

Volkswagen's trade union and works council are stepping up pressure with a rally of employees. Employee representatives threaten to strike this year if a collective bargaining agreement is not reached soon.

Writes UNN with reference to Norddeutscher Rundfunk.

Thousands of Volkswagen employees are protesting against the austerity plans recently announced by the company. In addition, employees are expressing dissatisfaction with the third round of collective bargaining with VW management.

Thorsten Greger, a negotiator for IG Metall (a trade union representing workers in various industries in Germany), called it a “disgrace” that the highest-paid members of the board of directors in the country have not yet demonstrated any way to overcome the crisis without closing down plants or mass layoffs. This morning, thousands of employees from various VW plants gathered in front of the Volkswagen Arena in Wolfsburg. They expressed their discontent with drums, whistles and loud horns.

“This is just a premonition of what will happen in December if the company does not take our specific proposed solutions seriously,” Daniela Cavallo, head of the production council, said in a press statement this morning.

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The union submitted a proposal that would save 1.5 billion euros in labor costs.

The third round of negotiations on the required savings at Volkswagen begins today.

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Will there be a strike soon?

It is considered unlikely that the two sides will agree on a collective bargaining agreement in this round of negotiations. This means that VW is threatening strikes again for the first time since 2018: IG Metall spokesman Greger said that there would be no more chances of reaching an agreement in November. The peace agreement expires on November 30, so strikes are theoretically possible from December 1.

Volkswagen to close at least three plants in Germany for the first time in 87 yearsOct 28 2024, 02:16 PM • 13064 views

The Ukrainian game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 received high marks from gamers despite technical problems. Metacritic scored the game 74/100 for PC and 81/100 for Xbox, while Russians are outraged by the lack of Russian voice acting.

The Ukrainian computer game "S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl", created by GSC Game World, has become one of the most popular in the world. UNN has collected the first reviews from avid gamers and fans.

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In less than a day, the Ukrainian game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl has gathered so many reviews in the world that it's hard to count.

"Even on my weak PC, the game ran, I'm very happy, thanks to GSC! I've been waiting for this masterpiece since the days of the Gamecocks, and when the project was closed, I was very upset," STEAM users write.

Overall, most comments are positive, but many complain about graphics and optimization. The developers promise to fix all the issues and bugs.

The comments even joke that "these are not bugs, they are anomalies.

According to Metacritic, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl on PC is rated 74 out of 100 points, while Xbox users rate the game at 81 points. This is quite an expected statistic, as the game on PC has higher technical requirements.

As for the complexity of the game, gamers were divided into two camps.

"I turned it on in the "Beginner" mode and died 15 times in the prologue alone. It's difficult, scary and very interesting," one of the game's users told UNN journalist.

Of course, the Russians could not ignore the comments, as they had been "appropriating" the Ukrainian game for many years.

It's worth noting that there is no Russian voice acting in the game, only subtitles, which makes it incredibly frustrating for Russians, because "the atmosphere of the game is unbelievable.

But, in the end, they still buy the game, knowing that the proceeds will go to the Armed Forces, albeit through gritted teeth.

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Yesterday, on November 20, after the release of STALKER 2, Ukrainian providers reported overloading of main channels due to massive downloads of the game. Users across the country are experiencing a significant decrease in internet speed.

Nvidia investors expect stock volatility after the third quarter report, which could change the market value by $300 billion. Analysts predict a drop in profitability to 74.4%.

Nvidia's quarterly results are expected to be key to sustaining the AI giant's rally this year and next.

Written by UNN with reference to Bloomberg and FXstreet.

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Nvidia investors are preparing for volatile movements in the company's shares after the chip titan reports its third-quarter earnings. The markets estimate that the stock will fluctuate by 8%. A corresponding fluctuation would mean a $300 billion gain or loss in market value.

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At the same time, investors are hoping that the previous “strong” forecasts will come true and will be able to “erase” any partial disappointment in the quarterly results, which, according to Bloomberg Intelligence, could have been affected by logistical problems.

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Nvidia's gross profit margin fell to 75.1% in the second quarter from 78.4% in the first quarter. Thus, costs will also be in the spotlight, although analysts expect the profitability in the third quarter to likely fall to 74.4%; Nvidia expected an increase in operating expenses (at least $3 billion) in the third quarter.

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NVIDIA is planning to release a new Blackwell GPUthat could be a breakthrough in the field of artificial intelligence. Analysts compare the potential impact of this chip to the release of Apple's first iPhone.

AMD follows Nvidia in becoming an AI chip company – mediaJul 31 2024, 12:04 PM • 19138 views

The Australian government has introduced a bill to ban social media for people under 16. Violators face fines of up to USD 32 million and the introduction of biometric verification.

Australia has unveiled a bill to ban social media for children under the age of 16. This was reported by Reuters, according to UNN.

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On Thursday, the Australian government, which represents a center-left political force, presented a bill that could become one of the world's toughest in terms of regulating access to social media for children. According to the document, it is planned to prohibit the use of social media platforms by persons under the age of 16. In addition, the draft law provides for fines for companies operating such platforms in the amount of up to A$49.5 million (approximately USD 32 million) for systemic violations.

One of the key parts of the initiative is the creation of an age verification system that will include the use of biometric data or official government identification. These measures are designed to ensure that age restrictions are met when users register. The Australian government believes that these initiatives will help protect children from potentially harmful content on the Internet and limit their access to social media.

After the release of STALKER 2, Ukrainian providers reported overloading of main channels due to massive downloads of the game. Users across the country are experiencing a significant decrease in internet speed.

After the release of the long-awaited game STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Ukraine experienced significant problems with the Internet connection. This was reported by Itc, according to UNN.

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In response to user complaints, the Odesa-based provider Tenet stated that a large number of simultaneous game downloads had overloaded external backbone channels. This caused a noticeable slowdown in access to Internet resources and online services, including games and IPTV. The company emphasized that it is working to resolve the problem together with the backbone operators to stabilize the situation.

Another major provider, Triolan, also confirmed the problem, noting that Internet speeds are decreasing across the country. According to the company, the reason is the increased load on the channels due to the massive download of STALKER 2.

The game itself has not been spared, with users reporting long delays in downloading STALKER 2 despite high internet speeds. Problems with access to servers are being experienced on all platforms.

Fortunately, the providers are already actively working to fix the technical problems, so Ukrainians can hope to restore stable network operation in the coming hours.

For gamers who haven't had time to download the game yet, the only thing left is patience and hope that the usual Internet speed will return soon.

Dipfakes, bots, Russian music and computer games: a mini-series to counter disinformation created in UkraineSep 30 2024, 05:15 PM • 20264 views

OpenAI and Common Sense Media have launched a Free Online Course for K12 teachers on using ChatGPT in education. The course has already been implemented in dozens of schools in the United States, but some teachers have expressed concern.

OpenAI has officially launched a free online course designed to help K-12 teachers learn how to implement ChatGPT. It is reported about the introduction of the course in "dozens" schools.

Pish UNN and messengers on TechCrunch.

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OpenAI and its nonprofit partner Common Sense Media have launched a free teacher training course aimed at demystifying artificial intelligence and rapid design, the organizations announced on Wednesday.

OpenAI says it has already implemented the course in "dozens" of schools, including in Arizona, California, as well as in the Challenger schools charter school system.

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Schools across the country are grappling with new opportunities and challenges as artificial intelligence changes education. With this course, we take a proactive approach to support and educate front-line teachers and prepare them for this transformation

said Robbie Thorney, senior director of artificial intelligence programs at Common Sense Media.

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The training course, aimed at K-12 teachers (K-12 teachers in the United States are defined as educational engineers), demonstrates how to use the ChatGPT chatbot for various educational purposes, such as creating content for lessons or optimizing meetings in departments.

The honorable one on the Common Sense Media website, whose course is a pershoy proposition within the framework of the OpenAI partnership with Common Sense Media.

OpenAI, which is supported by Microsoft MSFT.O and other investors, valued at 1 157 billion in the latest round of funding, have formed a dedicated team to support the exchange rate.

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Teachers remind us that AI can be used as a fraud tool.

Les Warwick, a sports lecturer at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, is concerned that resources like OpenAI are normalizing the use of AI among teachers. Reasons to worry – not everyone knows the ethical implications of this still-new technology.

In the hint examples [provided by OpenAI], one tells you to include grades and feedback from past assignments, while the other tells you to create a hint for an exercise to teach another subject, such as the history of the Mexican Revolution. The next security module explains how to never enter student data, and then explains the bias inherent in generative AI and accuracy issues. I'm not sure if all of this is compatible with use cases

– he says.

OpenAI challenges Google: ChatGPT will now also be able to search the webNov 1 2024, 11:08 AM • 13445 views

Germany will transfer a large batch of military equipment to Ukraine, including 47 MRAP vehicles and various types of weapons. The aid package contains howitzers, drones, ammunition, and other military equipment.

Germany will hand over a new batch of military aid to Ukraine, which includes mine-protected vehicles, amphibious vehicles, BIBER bridge-laying machines, mine clearance tanks, drones and other necessary equipment. The corresponding statement was published by the German government, reports UNN.

The Ukrainian military will receive a significant batch of military equipment and weapons from Germany. The deliveries will include 47 vehicles with MRAP mine protection, 8 tactical amphibious vehicles Caracal, 2 bridge-laying BIBER with spare parts and 3 tanks for mine clearance.

In addition, Germany will transfer:

* TRML-4D radar station;

* 4 self-propelled howitzers Panzerhaubitzen 2000 together with more than 40 thousand ammunition;

* 20 armored vehicles for the border guard service;

* ammunition for Marder infantry fighting vehicles;

* 8 thousand shells of 40 mm caliber;

* 100 thousand HLR 338 rifles and more than 300 thousand rounds of ammunition for them;

* ammunition for other small arms;

* 20 vector drones with spare parts;

* 12 HORNET XR drones;

* 120 songbird reconnaissance drones and 100 RQ-35 Heidrun Scouts;

* 60 Golden Eagle drones.

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Earlier it was reportedthat Germany is starting to supply Ukraine with 4 thousand Mini-Taurus UAVs with artificial intelligence.

The American Psychological Association has released the first guidelines for controlling teen online video viewing. Parents are advised to view content together, know their children's preferences, and set reasonable restrictions.

The American Psychological Association has released its first set of guidelines to help parents, politicians, and tech companies empower teens to manage their viewing habits.

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The American Psychological Association hopes to help control teens ' online browsing habits. The new guidelines offer parents warning signs related to bad browsing habits, as well as highlight key areas of concern, such as content that encourages violent or risky behavior.

Research consistently shows that video content and the platforms on which it is hosted can both help and harm teenagers

– said APA CEO Arthur S. Evans, Jr., Ph. D.

It is recommended to train teenagers so that they can be more selective about the videos they watch.

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It is noted that the videos can "help with homework, teach new skills or hobbies, or give an idea of different cultures and experiences.

Here are key strategies for parents who want to help their teens develop healthy video viewing habits:

1. Watch video content with them.

Parents can watch videos with their child whenever possible. This content can and should be very diverse. Parents do not necessarily oblige their child to complete weekly or daily viewing together. Instead, watch what you can with them, and be sure to ask questions about what aspects of the video they like or dislike.

2. get to know your teen's interests and favorite authorities.

This is especially important if you hear about a popular show like the YouTube animated series "Skibidi toilet" or a disturbing trend like "lookmaxxing" that can promote potentially dangerous body care practices.

Psychologist on child addiction to smartphones: there is no magic wand, but there must be consistencyJun 19 2024, 03:40 PM • 107711 views

Influencers can play a huge role in the lives of teenagers. Dr. Mitch Prinstein, co-author of the guidelines and APA's Chief Scientific Officer, encourages parents to keep a close eye on who they subscribe to. This can be as simple as writing down the names of influencers they like.

3. define solid boundaries.

It is not recommended to limit video viewing to a certain number of minutes or hours per day. Instead, it's important to look for signs of distracted behavior, loneliness, and over-viewing that can interfere with a teenager's sleep, among other negative consequences.

Intervention doesn't have to be extreme to justify creating new boundaries. For example, if watching a video prevents a teenager from performing their duties, this is reason enough to reduce their access to content and devices.

Parents should also keep in mind that teens are exposed to ads on video viewing platforms, where they may see products that aren't right for them or aren't safe. Similarly, the growing amount of content generated by artificial intelligence can lead teens to malicious video content in ways that parents may not understand, especially if they watch overtly fake videos.

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KFI confirmed the second use of the Zircon hypersonic missile by Russia during the attacks on November 16-17. Experts have found that Ukraine's air defense is capable of shooting down this “invulnerable” missile.

Russia used the Zircon missile for the second time during an attack on the territory of Ukraine before the 1000th day of the full-scale war. This was reported by Oleksandr Ruvin, Director of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise, in a commentary to UNN.

On the eve of the 1000th day of the full-scale war, Russia intensified shelling of the territory of Ukraine, using almost all known means of destruction that have been used since the beginning of the military aggression. As a result of the shelling on November 16-17, experts from the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise established the use of a Russian 3M22 Zircon hypersonic missile. This is the second time our experts have confirmed the use of this type of weapon

– says Oleksandr Ruvin.

According to the head of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise, “Zircon” is a new development of the Russian military-industrial complex. The missile was adopted in January 2023, and in February 2023, experts recorded its first use on the territory of Ukraine.

In open sources, Russia claims that the 3M22 Zircon should reach speeds of up to Mach 9 and be almost invulnerable, but the Ukrainian air defense forces manage to successfully eliminate it. That is, as in the case of the Kinzhal, there is every evidence that the performance and characteristics are overestimated. At the same time, even after being shot down, parts and fragments of Russian weapons can also pose a danger, so responding to alarms is the responsibility of all citizens personally

– said Oleksandr Ruvin, the Head of KFI.

The use of Zircon, according to experts, is another signal to the world that Russia is ready to use new weapons even against civilian targets. This is a challenge for the international community, which should strengthen sanctions and support Ukraine in countering this aggression.

“Our experts worked at the scene. The use of Zircon is confirmed by the markings on the parts and fragments of the weapon and the characteristic technical features inherent in this type of missile. We will also conduct laboratory tests to analyze the composition of the materials,” Ruvin summarized.

Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise continues to be at the forefront of the scientific struggle for justice and truth, documenting the crimes of the aggressor and helping to protect our country. The coordinated actions of all services and unity bring our victory closer, and the prepared evidence base will become the basis for international courts and tribunals to bring the perpetrators to justice.

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Earlier, the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise (Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise) reported that during the attacks on the territory of Ukraine on October 26-29, the Russians used attack drones with a thermobaric warhead.

It is worth noting that the Russians are constantly trying to modify and modernize all types of missiles and drones they have, which are used for attacks on Ukraine. In a commentary to UNN, KFI experts explainedwhat features are involved and what role Western components play in the changes to enemy weapons. The enemy uses not only Western components. According to Oleksandr Ruvin, director of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise, components for UAVs used by the enemy to attack Ukraine are supplied by about 50 manufacturers from China.

In addition, the experts of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise found that the Russian X-69 missiles used by the occupiers to hit Ukraine are made of several types of weapons and have foreign components.