Digital life

Digital life

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"Google Zero is here, and the only currency that matters is direct loyal audience," said Helen Havlak, publisher of The Verge. "We've spent years investing in The Verge's own platform, and are thrilled to launch the next set of features for our loyal users."

We've been in this state of uniformity for some time now, even before AI showed up. Right now, most brand interactions happen in a box on your phone.

Connected TV (CTV) advertising is evolving from traditional 15- and 30-second spots to incorporate innovative formats like pause ads, home-screen ads, and shoppable ads, reflecting the need for adaptation to user engagement.

AI, machine learning and automation have transformed organizational strategy and operations. These technologies serve as foundational capabilities for innovation, competitive advantage, and growth.

Starting Oct. 20, 2025, AT&T Photo Storage will stop backing up files, with the app removed from stores and service ceasing on Feb. 1, 2026.

The EFF 35 Cityscape proposes a future where users are empowered to repair and tinker with their devices, move freely without being tracked, and innovate with bold new ideas.

GitLab's 2024 Global DevSecOps Report reveals that while AI and automation are top priorities, software supply chain security demands more focus with only 21% using proper documentation.

The key advantage is that sending signalling information over GSM-R is akin to the old dial-up technology, which hogs the radio channel and prevents anyone else from sharing it for voice calls. GPRS is akin to switching to broadband, in that the GSM-R channel can be shared with the signalling network.

"We're meeting customers where they are today. Where is every person in the workforce today? For the most part, they're on email. And so because we can do this through email, we believe that's a way we can democratize access [to agents]."

Every time you type a website address into your browser, domain naming system (DNS) resolution quietly works behind the scenes to make internet navigation possible.

LinkedIn Premium subscribers can now enjoy six months of free Notion Plus with AI for free, empowering professionals with tools to write, plan, and organize work.

Pope Francis made evangelising on social media a priority for the church, aiming to reach youth through digital platforms, blending faith with contemporary culture.

In 2025, a B2B PR agency builds brand visibility where AI answers begin—ensuring presence in expert-led search results and AI-generated summaries.

Data center fires are rare, with about two dozen well-known incidents over the past decade across thousands of facilities globally. However, the growing demand for generative AI is increasing the power needs of data centers, making them potentially more vulnerable to fires. The intense load from advanced computations can lead to overheating or malfunctions.

Since the invasion of Ukraine, access to foreign websites and social media platforms in Russia has been restricted, intensifying the government's clampdown on dissenting narratives.

Vagabond Definitive Edition Volume 1, priced at $31, is a 728-page hardcover published by Viz Media, collecting the first three volumes of Takehiko Inoue's acclaimed series.

The enactment of the GENIUS Act marks a material shift in regulatory posture towards stablecoins, indicating a more robust framework for digital assets.

Yerba mate is a bitter, caffeinated tea drink that has been popular in South America for centuries. Sometimes called the 'beverage of champions', yerba mate attracted international attention in 2022, when the Argentina football team took 240kg of it to the World Cup in Qatar - which they went on to win.

PokePark Kanto is slated to open in early 2026, with advance ticket sales starting later this year for the Tokyo-based attraction.

The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development released its list of initial round applications in April and released the Benefit of the Bargain list of applications today.

The "Steel and Scales" event from July 22-27 introduces Honedge, boosting XP and Stardust for catching Pokémon, with increased shiny rates for Bagon, Beldum, and Unown U.

Campers are forced to swap their phones for social interaction, but most arrive miserable and socially unskilled, struggling to communicate face-to-face.

Rocket Software's DataEdge platform addresses one of the financial industry's most persistent challenges: unlocking the value of data trapped in legacy mainframe systems while enabling modern cloud capabilities.

Mikko Uotila, country director for SD Worx in Finland, said the shift reflects the impact of digital working life on traditional rest periods. "Smartphones and email have made full disconnection almost impossible. Even checking emails once or twice a week means work is always present," Uotila said. Only 15 percent of respondents reported being able to fully disconnect from work during holidays. Nearly half said they checked emails at least once a week while on leave.

GIGABYTE's new AI laptops integrate advanced technology to cater to remote workers by offering portability and powerful performance, featuring built-in AI for enhanced productivity.

When I spoke to Zelle's GM Denise Leonhard in January, she had her sights set on helping Zelle grow beyond $1 trillion in transaction volume. She planned to do this by focusing on expansion and improvement.

OECD members, on average, had more than twice the level of fixed broadband penetration — 36.3 subscribers per 100 inhabitants — than the world average of 16.2 per 100 in June 2024.

The Comet Assistant is like having your own personal intern for what you're doing online, ready to take on any menial or low-priority tasks so you don't have to.

Lubuntu is a Linux distribution that combines the Ubuntu distribution and the LXQT desktop, offering a lightweight, fast, and user-friendly experience on older hardware.