Microsoft made an AI model for spies that's not connected to the internet

The AI model is based on GPT-4 and can read and analyze files, but is "air-gapped" to keep it secure, Bloomberg reported.

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14-Year-Old Boy 'Largely Decapitated' in London Sword Attack

A dual Spanish-Brazilian national charged with murdering a 14-year-old boy in north-east London “largely decapitated” his victim during the sword attack,  a court has heard.

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Two Chinese EV companies seem to be ganging up on Elon Musk's Tesla

Nio is launching an affordable EV brand in China to compete with Tesla's Model Y. It has reportedly called on competitor BYD to source the batteries.

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The Medicare and Social Security Reports Are Nothing to Celebrate

These programs are not financially sustainable; politicians can’t change the math unless they reform them.

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An Advertisement for Anti-Americanism

Pro-Hamas protesters show who they are.

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Evil Does Not Exist Excuses Treachery

A bully-pulpit horror movie rings trendy, not true.

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US pauses bomb shipment to Israel as Palestinians trapped in Rafah

Israeli forces seize main border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, cutting off vital aid route

24 minutes ago

Want to sell your home? Get ready for disappointment.

Gone are the days of throwing up a for-sale sign and waiting for the feeding frenzy to begin. Agents now warn sellers to "buckle up."

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Cruise worker accused of stabbing woman and 2 security guards with scissors on ship headed to Alaska

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Russia Launches 'Massive' Overnight Missile Strike on Ukraine

By taking out the power, the Kremlin aims to rob Ukrainian manufacturing of its energy, especially military plants, and crush public morale.

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Trump is selling sneakers, bibles, and other odd products while he campaigns. Here's a look at all the items he is hawking.

Donald Trump has allowed his name to be stamped on a variety of products ranging from a Bible to NFTs.

38 minutes ago

Mother of Australian surfers killed in Mexico gives moving tribute to sons at a beach in San Diego

Debra Robinson’s sons, Callum and Jake, were allegedly killed by car thieves in Baja California, across the border from San Diego, late last month.

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Biden to unveil $3.3 billion Microsoft AI investment in battleground Wisconsin

The Microsoft facility in Racine County will be built on the same land where Taiwan electronics manufacturer Foxconn had planned to build a $10 billion factory.

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Protest song ‘Glory to Hong Kong’ banned in city after court overturns ruling

Critics have said that prohibiting the broadcast or distribution of the song would further reduce freedom of expression in the Chinese territory.

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Warren Buffett warned on AI scams, a fiscal disaster, and losing friends. Here are 15 top quotes from Berkshire's bash.

Warren Buffett ruled out retirement at 65 for his successor, paid tribute to Charlie Munger, and owned up to a costly bet on Paramount.

50 minutes ago

A Gen Xer struggles to afford housing and groceries, but her income is about $100 too high to get help

Melinda Binkley, 56, has tried to apply for safety net programs before but she's told her household makes too much money, usually by less than $100.

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The US needs immigrants to fill jobs, but can't house them. Nowhere makes this more clear than New York City.

As the US handles an uptick in asylum-seekers, pressure is mounting to solve the housing crisis.

50 minutes ago

Remains of Final Missing Victim of Baltimore Bridge Collapse Recovered

José Mynor López was one of six workers killed in the disaster.

50 minutes ago

What you should know about Sen. Elizabeth Warren's "Build Green" bill

Her coalition envisions a $500 billion push to decarbonize transportation.

52 minutes ago

3 public school district leaders to face questions from Congress on antisemitism school policies

52 minutes ago

Senators negotiating stack of amendments for FAA bill as deadline approaches

Staring down an end-of-the-week deadline to pass major Federal Aviation Administration legislation, Congress is preparing to reopen contentious differences.

52 minutes ago

“Antisemitism" vs. “anti-Semitism”: The style debate is settled, but the hate and harm are rising

Beyond the tweaks in terminology is a familiar picture: Hatred of Jews is ascendant.

53 minutes ago

We have some good news about cannabis research

Safes, security, and fingerprint locks: What is so scary about this plant?

53 minutes ago

Can Suing People for Lying Save Democracy?

The lawyers at Protect Democracy have brought defamation suits against Rudy Giuliani, Kari Lake, and Project Veritas, hoping to limit the spread of disinformation. Others worry that their efforts could impinge on freedom of speech.

53 minutes ago

U.S. pauses bombs shipment to Israel amid Rafah assault dispute

The pause comes as the Biden administration pushes for Israel and Hamas to compromise and reach a cease-fire deal that would head off a large-scale assault on the city in southern Gaza, where more than a million Palestinians are sheltering in dire conditions.

56 minutes ago

Taylor Swift bill is signed into Minnesota law, boosting protections for online ticket buyers

Walz signed House File 1989 — a reference to Swift’s birth year and album with that title — at a popular concert venue in downtown Minneapolis.

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Russia’s biggest airstrike in weeks piles pressure on Ukraine's power grid

Attacks have already forced authorities to impose rolling blackouts in several regions.

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Uh, this music-streaming app called Musi sure feels like it's in a gray area

Musi streams songs from YouTube and runs its own ads against them. It's super-popular. But some music-industry insiders apparently aren't amused.

1 hour ago

Courtroom Artist Reveals Fear Over 'Strange Emails' From Trump's Base

Jane Rosenberg detailed receiving unsettling messages from the former president's supporters.

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India’s Modi casts his vote as giant election reaches half-way mark

The world’s most populous nation began voting on April 19, with nearly one billion people eligible to vote and ballots set to be counted on June 4.

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Biden heads to Wisconsin to laud a new Microsoft facility, meet voters

President Joe Biden is racing into yet another battleground state. Biden on Wednesday is traveling to Racine, Wisconsin, where he’ll highlight a decision by Microsoft to build a $3.3 billion data center that is expected to create roughly 2,000 jobs.

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The US dollar is so strong that China's central bank, among others, just keeps loading up on gold

Not just China, but other central banks including Turkey and India are loading up on gold, amid a stronger US dollar.

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Biden to Announce A.I. Center in Wisconsin as Part of Economic Agenda

The president’s visit will highlight the investment by Microsoft and point to a failed Foxconn project negotiated by Donald J. Trump.

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Amazon Kills Mean Reviews of Kristi Noem’s Book

Goodreads has also suspended feedback for the now infamous memoir.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene committed to oust the House speaker a month ago: She still hasn't

Marjorie Taylor Greene is in a political conundrum: Suffer a public defeat on the House floor or pull back and risk her credibility.

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John Fetterman wants you to know he's consistent – and not just about hoodies

In the months since the Israel-Hamas war began, the Pennsylvania Democrat has become one of his party’s most outspoken supporters of Israel.

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Is Donald Trump in court today? Trial yesterday ended in Stormy Daniels' cross examination

Is Donald Trump's hush money trial on today? No, Wednesday's are off days. When we adjourned yesterday, Susan Necheles was questioning Stormy Daniels.

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What Wall Street finance bros should wear this summer

Wall Street is back in the office, and finance bros are having to ditch the sweatpants. Here's what style experts say they should wear this summer.

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I worked at SpaceX where Elon Musk was a cubicle away. At Elon's companies, it's add value or leave.

Vincent Peters spent four years working at SpaceX in compliance. He said it was the most efficient company he'd ever worked at.

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What issues would make Americans protest – even if they could be arrested? Abortion, civil rights lead list

Only 3.7% of registered voters polled said they would be willing to protest the Israel-Hamas war or the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Whoops! I just (accidentally) screwed Jeff Bezos out of $130.

A short story about a big discount.

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I quit my finance job and became an Airbnb host in Italy. I have no regrets about choosing happiness over money.

Anton Gover fell in love with Lake Garda when he visited and was tired of working in finance, so he quit and moved to Italy. He's much happier.

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Exclusive: Campus protests on Gaza split Democrats, unite Republicans amid fears of violence

A new USA TODAY/Suffolk Poll shows the steep policy and political challenges for Biden as protests spread.

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Why Biden and Harris Are So Busy on Wednesdays, When Trump Isn’t in Court

The president and vice president have been keeping up a busy schedule in the middle of each week, just as Donald Trump takes a break from his trial in New York.

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Exclusive: Homeland Security ramping up 'with intensity' to respond to election threats

In exclusive interviews, Homeland Security Secy. Alejandro Mayorkas and top aide disclose massive election security response prior to 2024 election

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Democrats, Sensing Shift on Abortion Rights Among Latinas, Push for More Gains

Hispanic views on the issue vary widely, and Democrats face hurdles, but opportunities, too. As one House candidate said: “I go to Mass, but I also support a woman’s right to choose.”

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Billions in Chips Grants Are Expected to Fuel Industry Growth, Report Finds

The United States will triple its domestic chip manufacturing capacity by 2032, the largest increase in the world, according to a report from the Semiconductor Industry Association.

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This is what one of Facebook's first employees says he learned working for Mark Zuckerberg before getting fired 9 months in

"Mark was intense about keeping A players only," early Facebook employee Noah Kagan said of the company's founder.

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Biden's New $14 Million Ad Blitz Begins With Attack On Trump's Plans To 'Terminate' ACA

The Biden campaign is starting with a big financial edge, and wants to take advantage of it while Trump tries to catch up and stay out of prison.

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Elon Musk is a homeowner again, despite his claims of couch surfing

The Tesla founder has claimed he doesn't own a home, but court records show he quietly purchased a modest house in Austin two years ago.

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