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Anthropic, an artificial intelligence giant, has filed papers to sell shares to the public for the first time. The filing marks a significant step for the company, which is described as a major player in AI, and would make its shares available to public investors. The move could be important for the AI industry because it may show how a leading AI company can access public capital markets. It may also influence how other AI firms think about ownership, fundraising, and investor access. The headline does not provide details such as the filing date, exchange, share count, or valuation.
Key data points- Anthropic filed papers to sell shares to the public.
- The filing is described as the first time Anthropic has done so.
- The headline describes Anthropic as an artificial intelligence giant.
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gizmodo
Amazon is offering the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 at an 11% discount, lowering its usual $1,900 retail price to $1,700 for all colors. The deal makes the foldable phone more accessible to buyers who want a large 7.6-inch unfolded screen but can fold it into a regular smartphone. Amazon is also offering up to $1,015 in trade-in credit for eligible older phones, plus an extra $200 for customers who trade in during the promotion. The article highlights the phone's dual 50MP rear cameras, two selfie cameras, and Samsung's claim of up to 26 hours of continuous streaming battery life.
Key data points- The Galaxy Z Fold 8's usual retail price is $1,900, and Amazon's discount brings it to $1,700, an 11% reduction.
- Amazon offers up to $1,015 in trade-in credit plus an extra $200 for eligible trade-ins during the promotion.
- The phone has a 7.6-inch unfolded screen, dual 50MP rear cameras, and Samsung claims up to 26 hours of continuous streaming.
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KHOU 11
(article could not be fetched — summary based on headline and snippet) KHOU 11 reports that immediate software updates are recommended for consumers after PHP security issues were identified. The headline indicates that a problem or set of problems in PHP has prompted an urgent update recommendation for consumers. Because the article could not be fetched, no specific affected versions, vulnerability identifiers, patch dates, or responsible parties are available. The core message is that users should apply updates promptly to reduce the risk of exploitation. The story is categorized under Tech, and the headline emphasizes immediacy rather than providing technical details.
Key data points- Immediate software updates are recommended for consumers.
- The recommendation follows identification of PHP security issues.
- The article content was unavailable, so no specific versions, dates, or vulnerability identifiers are provided.
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Fox News
Fox News asks whether the University of Texas used artificial intelligence to call a fourth-down play against Florida, after fans began speculating that head coach Steve Sarkisian may be using AI to call offensive plays. The question arose on the same day Texas announced a new AI lab on campus called the Bevo Lab, described as a state-of-the-art facility intended to put AI at the forefront of decision making and daily activities for athletic staff. The lab is 25,000 square feet and is meant to support innovative decisions by coaches. The story also notes frustration among Texas fans after consecutive losses to unranked teams and underwhelming play by quarterback Arch Manning.
Key data points- Texas announced a 25,000-square-foot AI lab called the Bevo Lab.
- The lab was announced by Texas athletics and McCombs School of Business.
- The article asks whether head coach Steve Sarkisian used AI to call plays on offense.
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Android Authority
Android Authority's Yash Wate says Gboard is his preferred Android keyboard but requires configuration after setup. He lists six changes he makes on a new phone: enabling the number row, adding symbols to letter keys, disabling auto-capitalization, setting up a personal dictionary, customizing the suggestion strip toolbar, and limiting data sharing. The article explains how to access each setting and why it can improve typing speed or privacy. Wate also mentions additional tweaks, including disabling Smart Compose and next-word suggestions, adjusting haptics, and resizing the keyboard. A reader poll of 26 votes found 62% enable the number row.
Key data points- The article lists six Gboard settings: number row, symbols on keys, auto-capitalization, personal dictionary, toolbar customization, and data-sharing limits.
- A poll of 26 readers found 62% enable the number row, 23% add symbols to keys, 4% turn off auto-capitalization, and 12% set up a personal dictionary.
- The author turns off Gboard privacy options including Share usage statistics, Personalize for you, Improve for everyone, and Audio donations.
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