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Uber faces fine of nearly $1B over automated driver suspensions
The Dutch Data Protection Authority has issued an €825 million penalty against Uber, marking the second-largest GDPR fine in history due to automated driver management practices.
Amélioration de la Fonderie Horne | Ottawa et Québec donnent un avertissement musclé à Glencore
Les gouvernements fédéral et provincial exigent des mesures environnementales strictes de la part de Glencore, rejetant l'argument de la stratégie nationale des minéraux critiques.
Voici le télescope Nancy Grace Roman, le nouveau géant de la Nasa qui pourrait changer tout ce que l’on sait sur l’Univers
La Nasa s'apprête à lancer le télescope Nancy Grace Roman, un instrument doté d'un champ de vision cent fois supérieur à Hubble pour révolutionner notre compréhension du cosmos.
AI could make scientists do more work less well, not less work better, study argues
A new theoretical study suggests that AI-driven time savings might inadvertently lower the quality of scientific research by increasing the volume of output at the expense of depth.
Streamer Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Twitch Over AI Training
A Connecticut-based creator has initiated a class-action lawsuit against Twitch, alleging the platform used streamer content for generative AI training without proper consent.
Due to need for 'absolute success,' China delays critical Moon launch to 2027
The Chang’e 7 mission has been postponed as Chinese space officials cite that current conditions do not meet the requirements for a successful launch.
Suppressions massives d’emplois | Le patron de Volkswagen admet que la situation est « plus que critique »
Le PDG de Volkswagen, Oliver Blume, a qualifié la situation du groupe de « plus que critique » avant des discussions cruciales sur des suppressions d'emplois massives.
An AI boss fired its first employee but only after humans reminded it of its own rules
An AI agent at Andon Labs successfully terminated an employee, but only after human intervention forced the model to adhere to its internal protocols.
Les pays nordiques annoncent à leur tour avoir perdu confiance en Gianni Infantino, président de la FIFA
Six fédérations nordiques exigent une réforme profonde de la gouvernance de la FIFA, exprimant leur perte de confiance envers le président Gianni Infantino.
Cannabis use linked to 37% higher stroke risk in massive study
A large-scale analysis of over 100 million people reveals a significant correlation between recreational drug use and an increased risk of stroke.
Il est le « port USB-C » de l’intelligence artificielle : on vous explique le MCP
Le Model Context Protocol (MCP) s'impose comme un standard crucial pour connecter les IA aux données et outils du monde réel.
Le Canada claque la porte des négociations avec Washington
Faute d'accord et face aux tarifs douaniers américains, le premier ministre Mark Carney a suspendu les négociations commerciales.
PlayStation Chooses The Worst Possible Time To Blast Players With Reminders That They Don’t Own Their Digital Games
Sony faces backlash for sending reminders about digital ownership rights amidst ongoing controversy over the removal of physical disc support.
Cancer de l'estomac : les scientifiques alertent sur une bactérie très répandue mais souvent ignorée
Une bactérie largement répandue serait responsable de trois quarts des futurs cas de cancer de l'estomac anticipés.
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Tech
Who’s behind the new ‘stealth model’ Ox Alpha?
A mysterious new AI model named Ox Alpha is sparking intense speculation across the tech community regarding its origins and capabilities.
Linkdaze’s smart calendar is built to run a household, not just track a schedule
Linkdaze introduces a free smart calendar featuring an integrated AI meal planner designed to manage complex household logistics.
Is it legal to train AI models on copyrighted books? It’s complicated
The legal landscape regarding AI training on copyrighted material remains murky as authors face potential threats to their livelihoods.
Science
Experimental compound helps burn fat without muscle loss
Researchers have identified a compound, TOFA, that increases energy expenditure in mice by 18% without the typical muscle mass reduction associated with weight loss.
The dental crown of the future could be 3D-printed while you wait
New research slashes 3D-printing time for zirconia dental crowns from 100 hours to under 30 minutes.
Bien avant les pertes de mémoire, Alzheimer s'attaque à un mécanisme essentiel de votre cerveau
De nouvelles recherches montrent qu'Alzheimer dérègle l'horloge interne du cerveau bien avant les premiers symptômes cognitifs.
Peppermint oil lowers blood pressure in just 20 days
A small study suggests that twice-daily doses of peppermint oil can help reduce systolic blood pressure.
Sport
Lando Norris remporte le Grand Prix de Formule 1 des Pays-Bas
Le pilote McLaren Lando Norris signe une deuxième victoire consécutive lors du Grand Prix des Pays-Bas.
World
« Ceci n’est pas un partenariat rémunéré » : comment les influenceurs réinventent la confiance avec leurs abonnés
Une nouvelle tendance émerge chez les créateurs de contenu pour distinguer clairement les achats personnels des placements de produits sponsorisés.
Finance
Walmart launching clothing brand Scenario in bid to appeal to younger shoppers
Walmart is expanding its retail strategy by introducing a new clothing line specifically designed to capture the Gen Z and younger demographic.
Droits de douane | Le Canada réplique et se serre les coudes
Le Canada refuse de céder aux pressions américaines et prépare une réplique économique face aux nouveaux tarifs.
AI
The Single English County Saying No to Palantir
Greater Manchester is pushing back against a major UK government health care contract with Palantir, arguing for local control.
AI is becoming AI's biggest customer as agentic token usage jumps 14x on OpenRouter
Agentic AI usage is surging, with autonomous agents now consuming significantly more tokens than human users.
Memory shortage reportedly drives Nvidia AI server prices up about 15 percent
Ongoing DRAM shortages from major suppliers are pushing the cost of high-end Nvidia AI servers higher.
Culture
Fans Dismayed Golden Axe Animated Streaming Series Resembles Every Animated Streaming Series
Viewers express disappointment over the generic aesthetic of the upcoming Golden Axe animated series.
Business
Magic Potion Games raises Series A as its Club Penguin successor exits beta
The Canadian studio secures funding to launch its new kid-focused online gaming platform.