Why you should think twice before using shorthand like 'thx' and 'k' in your texts

My brother’s text messages can read like fragments of an ancient code: “hru,” “wyd,” “plz” – truncated, cryptic and never ...

I’m Gay, Not Queer. It Matters.

Queer. Vaguely uncomfortable with gender expectations? Possibly queer, too. That elasticity has helped fuel a sharp rise in ...
USA Today

Not gonna lie . . . in a text Crossword Clue

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, Not gonna lie . . . in a text, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time ...
GQ

Is Everyone Using AI Better Than Me?

Artificial intelligence might be the only thing that Americans hate and/or fear as much as one another. Fun fact: According to a recent Quinnipiac University poll, 55 percent of Americans believe ...
Wall Street Journal

We’re Using So Much AI That Computing Firepower Is Running Out

What really happens after you hit enter on that AI prompt? WSJ’s Joanna Stern heads inside a data center to trace the journey and then grills up some steaks to show just how much energy it takes to ...
WCPO Cincinnati

Getting wrong number text messages? Why they're not as innocent as they appear

CINCINNNATI — A new scam that starts as a simple wrong-number text is targeting millions of Americans, leading to potential financial loss and threats for those who respond. A recent CNET survey found ...
New York Magazine

The People Falsely Accused of Using AI

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Wall Street Journal

Even if You’re Not Driving, You’re Probably Using Oil

Oil does a lot more than fill gas tanks. Petroleum is used to make thousands of products, from golf balls to children’s toys and shampoo. The amount varies widely—goods with lots of plastic might have ...
CNBC

Meta to cut back on third-party vendors in favor of AI for content enforcement

Meta is beginning the long rollout of more advanced AI systems to handle content enforcement-related tasks like catching scams and removing illegal media. The announcement means Meta will begin to ...
Tom's Guide

I use Google’s NotebookLM every day — these 5 tricks completely changed how I create content

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Harvard Business Review

When Using AI Leads to “Brain Fry”

A new study finds that certain patterns of AI use are driving cognitive fatigue, while others can help reduce burnout. by Julie Bedard, Matthew Kropp, Megan Hsu, Olivia T. Karaman, Jason Hawes and ...