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Best Game Boy Advance Games Ever Released: Did You Miss Them?

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Before Nintendo Switch was the Game Boy Advance, a timeless console with basic controls, if you miss playing it, here are some of the best games to take you back in time.

Fortnite x Marvel to Bring Fantastic Four in Next Crossover—What to Expect

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The next Fortnite x Marvel crossover will bring one of the most famous families in comic history. There is a new rumor behind an upcoming Fortnite x Marvel crossover again, and this time, it would bring the 'First Family' of the comic book…

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Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI Update Overshadowed by Viral Fake Image

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The unveiling of the new Meta AI version has been overshadowed by a digitally altered photo of Zuckerberg sporting facial hair matching the appearance of Mark Zuckerberg's metal chain.

Bitcoin Halving Speculated to Result $35 Trillion Market Cap, What to Expect

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Bitcoin's halving event is coming, and it is expected to reach a $35 trillion market cap during it.

Target Scales Back DVD Offerings in Physical Stores, Shifting Focus Online

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Despite this shift, Target will still stock select DVDs, particularly during new releases or peak shopping periods.

Japan's AI Tool Knows When Fresh Grads will Quit Their Jobs: New Study

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Japanese researchers are now developing a tool to determine those on the verge of quitting their jobs.

Telegram Integrates USDT for Payments as Userbase Nears 1 Billion

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Telegram has integrated USDT transactions on its blockchain, The Open Network (TON), allowing users to send USDT and transfer money.

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US Now Boasts 1 EV Charging Station for Every 15 Gas Stations with Tesla Leading the Growth

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The US now boasts nearly 8,200 rapid EV charging stations, with Tesla contributing slightly over a quarter.

Brazilian Doctor Used Apple Vision Pro for Shoulder Arthroscopy Surgery Assistance

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Apple Vision Pro's assistance is again used for shoulder surgery in Brazil. A Brazilian doctor used a special tool for his recent shoulder arthroscopy surgery.

Penguin-Inspired Underwater Drone Gets a Boost: New Quadroin Offers Enhanced Performance

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EvoLogics has introduced an enhanced version of the penguin-inspired Quadroin AUV, improving its functionality for more efficient marine exploration and monitoring.

Meta AI Chatbot Filtering Election-Related Queries Amid General Elections in India

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With India having the world's biggest election, Meta assures that any election-related queries on its AI chatbot will not interfere with people's perspectives on their chosen candidates.

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US Senator Claims Apple is Monopolizing on Smartphones Through 'Green Texts'

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US Senator Elizabeth Warren did not mince her words when she said Apple has a "monopoly on smartphones," as evident with the iPhone iMessage.

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Tesla's Cybertruck Debacle: Latest Recall Extends String of Quality Issues

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Tesla recalls more than 3,000 2024 Cybertrucks due to accelerator pedal safety concerns, causing accidental acceleration and collisions.

Paris Olympics 2024: International Olympic Committee is Embracing AI For Upcoming Sports Event

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The Summer Olympics 2024 will occur in Paris in a few months. Organizers said that they plan to use AI in sports from there on.

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This Gut Fungi Can Trigger Your Immune System, Making COVID Infection Worse Than Before

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According to a recent study, when these fungi drive your immune system to respond, your COVID-19 risk will likely only get worse if you have this condition.

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Wearable Batteries Could Soon be Concealed in Strap! Researchers Create Fiber-Like Material That Can Store Energy

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Researchers unveil fiber-like material storing energy, advancing wearable technology with the potential for seamless integration into everyday garments.

Nearly 4,000 Tesla Cybertrucks Recalled For Repair Over Concerns on Faulty Accelerator's Pedals

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The 2024 Cybertrucks's pedals can get stuck, which could increase the risk of a crash. That is why Tesla immediately issued a recall to nearly 4,000 units of the EV pickup truck.

Telegram is Now Accepting Tether Stablecoin as Payment: Here's How it Works

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Telegram users can now send a Tether-issued stablecoin to other users, boosting peer-to-peer payments on the platform.

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Taylor Swift's Latest Album ‘Tortured Poets’ Breaks Spotify, Shatters Records

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Taylor Swift's 'Tortured Poets' album disrupts Spotify, breaking pre-save records and possibly crashing the platform.

Eiyuden Chronicle Sequel Will Push Through Following Series Creator's Death

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With Suikoden creator Yoshitaka Murayama's untimely passing, fans thought that Eiyuden Chronicle's sequel wouldn't progress. The good news? Rabbit & Bear confirmed that it will have a follow-up title.

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NASA Is Leveraging AI to Combat Climate Change—Here's How

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NASA is intensifying its efforts to understand and address the planet's warming with AI. Amid escalating extreme weather events fueled by climate change, NASA is intensifying its efforts to understand and address the planet's warming.

Children as Young as 5 are Using the Internet, Prompting UK Ofcom to Launch Consultation

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The UK's Ofcom is launching a consultation in response to the growing trend of kids using the internet.

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TikTok Banned in Kyrgyztan to "Protect Children"

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Kyrgyzstan has prohibited access to TikTok in a move believed to be aimed at safeguarding children. According to an AFP report, Kyrgyzstan has prohibited access to TikTok in a move believed to be aimed at safeguarding children, following…

Meta Unveils New AI Technologies—But Its Agents Are Confusing Facebook Users

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Meta has unveiled a new suite of artificial intelligence systems. Meta Platforms, Facebook's parent company, has unveiled a new suite of artificial intelligence systems.

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New Predictive Typing Model Promises to Type More Like a Human

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A new predictive typing model has emerged from Aalto University, offering a fresh approach to smartphone typing.

US Congress Set to Vote Again on Bill that Would Force TikTok to Divest or Face Ban

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The US Congress will vote again regarding a bill forcing TikTok to divest or face a potential ban. The US House of Representatives is scheduled to vote once more on Saturday regarding a bill aimed at compelling TikTok to sever ties with…

NASA Hubble Space Telescope is on a Hunt for Small Main Belt Asteroids

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NASA's Hubble Space Telescope embarks on a cosmic treasure hunt for small belt asteroids. NASA's Hubble Space Telescope embarks on a cosmic treasure hunt, scanning the vast expanse to capture the trails of small asteroids that dart through…

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Frontier Communications Suffers Cyber Breach by Unknown Cybercrime Group

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Frontier Communications partially shuts down systems after a cyber breach. Frontier Communications, one of America's leading telecommunications providers, has disclosed it suffered a cyberattack by a cybercrime group.

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World's First AI Beauty Pageant 'Miss AI' Announced, AI Models Actually Compete for Prizes

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WAICA's pageant marks a significant milestone in the world of artificial intelligence, aiming to celebrate the accomplishments of AI creators globally.

US AI Legislation Proposals Draw Criticism From Citizens and Companies Alike

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AI legislation proposals across US states are being criticized in all fonts. Artificial intelligence regulation proposals in various American states are facing a multitude of struggles.