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Canada’s best photos feature this unique split shot of a bear and a salmon
Feb 1, 2024
Alex Baker
Canadian Geographic announced the winners of its 2023 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, and they are a collection of beautiful images that will make…
TikTok takes on YouTube with horizontal videos and longer runtimes
Jan 31, 2024
Dunja Đuđić
TikTok is best-known for vertical videos and bite-sized content, but it’s changing its course. According to some creators, the app is now nudging them towards…
AI incidents hit record high in 2023, concerning study shows
Jan 31, 2024
Dunja Đuđić
Is it time to get concerned about the AI incidents? Are they getting more common, or it just seems that way? According to a recent…
Google uses generative AI to turn your selfies into iconic works of art
Jan 30, 2024
Dunja Đuđić
Remember Art Selfie, the fun and sometimes hilarious Google Arts & Culture feature that lets you find your doppelgangers across art history? Google now brings…
News channel Photoshops a politician into skimpier outfit and blames it on AI
Jan 30, 2024
Alex Baker
An Australian politician has hit back after a News Channel allegedly Photoshopped her into wearing a more revealing outfit. MP Georgie Purcell appeared on Melbourne’s…
Taylor Swift deepfakes inspire a call for legislation
Jan 29, 2024
Alex Baker
Explicit deepfaked images of Taylor Swift were shared and viewed millions of times on social media over the weekend. The AI-generated pictures were shared across…
George Carlin’s estate files a lawsuit over AI-generated comedy special
Jan 29, 2024
Dunja Đuđić
The legendary comedian George Carlin sadly left us in 2008. Thankfully, his estate is very much alive and kicking, especially when it comes to protecting…
Kat von D wins copyright trial over Miles Davis photo
Jan 29, 2024
Alex Baker
Tattoo artist Kat Von D won her copyright dispute over her use of a photo of Miles Davis on Friday. Von D was taken to…
Hey random stranger, you can no longer send Instagram messages to teens
Jan 26, 2024
Dunja Đuđić
In a bid to create a safer and more controlled online environment for teenagers, Meta is rolling out some new features and adjustments for teens’ Instagram and Messenger. No more sliding into teenagers’ DMs, and parents will have more power over shaping their teens’ online experiences.
Canon shows off prototype consumer VR cameras and 3D lenses
Jan 26, 2024
Alex Baker
Canon has been trailblazing in the VR world the last couple of years with their groundbreaking RF 5.2mm dual fish eye lens. Finally, it was…