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Homeland Security Department releases framework for using AI in critical infrastructure

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Thursday released guidelines for using artificial intelligence in the power grid, water system, air travel network and other pieces of critical infrastructure. Private industry would have to adopt and implement the guidelines announced by the Homeland Security Department, which were developed in consultation with the department’s advisory Artificial

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EU slaps Meta with a nearly 800 million euro fine for engaging in ‘abusive’ Marketplace practices

LONDON (AP) — European Union regulators issued their first antitrust fine to Facebook parent Meta on Thursday with a penalty of nearly 800 million euros for what they call “abusive practices” involving its Marketplace online classified ads business. The European Commission, the 27-nation bloc’s executive branch and top antitrust enforcer, issued the 797.72 million euro

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The Leonid meteor shower peaks as the supermoon wanes

WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s a treat to see a supermoon. But that bright glowing orb will still be almost full when the Leonid meteor shower peaks this weekend, likely obscuring all but the brightest meteors in most locations. The Leonids are known for their high-speed meteors, which can travel at up to 44 miles per

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