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A group of top cancer centers has launched a new platform called the Cancer AI Alliance (CAIA) that uses AI to analyze patient data without sharing the actual data. This solves a big problem in AI health research, which involves legal issues and privacy concerns about sharing patient information.
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The Cancer AI Alliance (CAIA) helps use AI for cancer research without exchanging raw patient data.
The platform uses a method called federated learning, allowing AI models to learn from data without moving it.
Major cancer centers like Dana-Farber and Johns Hopkins are part of this alliance.
Technology companies such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft support this initiative.
Federated learning keeps patient information private and secure within each institution.
The platform aims to speed up cancer research breakthroughs from years to months.
Eight research projects are currently using this platform to improve cancer treatment and care.
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Hulu has announced a list of new movies and TV shows available in October 2025. The lineup includes popular film series like "Saw," "Scream," and "Twilight," alongside TV premieres of shows such as "Abbott Elementary" and "Grey's Anatomy."
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Hulu announced new movies and TV shows for October 2025.
The horror film series "Saw" and "Scream" will be available.
The "Twilight" saga and "Hotel Transylvania" movies are also included.
New TV show seasons include "Abbott Elementary" and "Grey's Anatomy."
Movies such as "Die Hard," "Blade," and "Edward Scissorhands" are part of the lineup.
Hulu will premiere new films like "Stay" and "The Hand that Rocks the Cradle."
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Prime Video is adding new movies and shows to its streaming platform in October 2025. These include new films like "Play Dirty" and "Maintenance Required," as well as documentaries such as "John Candy: I Like Me." Several other titles are slated for release throughout the month.
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Prime Video will release "Play Dirty," a movie starring Mark Wahlberg and LaKeith Stanfield, on October 1.
"Maintenance Required," a romantic comedy starring Madelaine Petsch and Jacob Scipio, comes out on October 8.
The documentary "John Candy: I Like Me" will be available starting October 10.
Other titles releasing include "Out Fault" on October 16 and "Host" on October 23.
New seasons for existing series, such as "House of David" and "Hazbin Hotel," will also be released.
These new additions are part of Prime Video's October 2025 lineup.
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The head of Pinterest mentioned that the death of Molly Russell, a 14-year-old who died in 2017 after viewing self-harm content online, serves as a constant reminder of the need for safer social media for young users. Pinterest has made changes to increase safety for young users, including making accounts for under-16s private by default. The discussion continues about the responsibility tech companies have in protecting children and the need for stricter regulations.
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Molly Russell was 14 years old when she died in 2017 after viewing harmful content online.
A coroner found that the online content contributed to her death.
Pinterest's current boss, Bill Ready, said he thinks about her case every day.
Pinterest has made under-16 accounts private by default as a safety measure.
There is ongoing debate about tech companies' duty of care to children.
The UK government introduced the Online Safety Act to improve online safety for children.
Bill Ready said tech companies should work towards making social media safer.
Pinterest has contributed to the Molly Rose Foundation, which aims to reduce youth suicide rates.
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Electric vehicle (EV) charging companies are working to improve the charging experience as more people buy electric cars. At a recent conference, leaders from major charging companies discussed how they are expanding charging networks and improving technology to meet demand. They also addressed challenges such as charging speed, infrastructure reliability, and power grid capacity.
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Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is increasing, leading to higher expectations for public charging options.
There are currently many more EV models available compared to 2012, with about 150 models on the U.S. market last year.
A main challenge for EV adoption is the lack of sufficient charging infrastructure.
Electrify America collaborates with over 250 utilities and runs more than 5,000 fast chargers, mainly in the U.S. and Canada.
They are upgrading chargers for faster and more reliable service.
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging plans to use 1,000-kilowatt charging speeds in the future.
Electric Era aims to address grid capacity and charging demand issues with a new energy management system.
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The article discusses the involvement of tech billionaires in politics, focusing on Elon Musk's influence and political alignment. It highlights a new book, "Gilded Rage," which examines the shift of Silicon Valley leaders towards right-wing politics and their interactions with former President Donald Trump. The book also explores the potential reasons behind this political shift and Musk's ongoing involvement in politics.
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Silicon Valley is a major center for technology innovation and wealth.
Some tech billionaires, like Elon Musk, have become involved in politics.
Elon Musk was involved with the Department of Government Efficiency during Trump’s second term.
A new book, "Gilded Rage," looks into why tech billionaires might be aligning with right-wing politics.
The book is written by Jacob Silverman and publishes on October 7.
Some tech leaders believe the political environment around them has changed.
Musk’s political stance is mentioned as being more moderate at first.
Despite political involvement, Musk continues to focus on his role in Tesla, highlighted by a proposed large pay package.
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In 2022, Elon Musk bought Twitter, now called X, for $44 billion. He changed its content moderation rules and restored some previously banned accounts. This move is discussed in Jacob Silverman's book, which explores Musk's impact on the social media site and his political interests.
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Elon Musk purchased Twitter for $44 billion in 2022.
After buying it, Musk renamed Twitter to X.
Musk changed content moderation policies, allowing some banned accounts back, including Donald Trump’s.
He reduced the number of Twitter employees by more than half.
Verified accounts, previously marked by blue checks, now require a subscription fee.
Musk's changes enabled accounts to earn money based on the number of views their posts received.
The purchase and changes are discussed in Jacob Silverman’s book, which examines Musk's influence in Silicon Valley and his political motivations.
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Scientists have used DNA from human skin cells to create "functional" eggs that can produce early human embryos, but more research is needed before these eggs can be used practically. The study represents early-stage research and highlights the potential for helping with infertility issues. The researchers note several limitations, including that the eggs currently develop abnormally and are not yet viable for creating pregnancies.
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Scientists turned DNA from skin cells into eggs that can make early human embryos.
The study suggests this could help with infertility and enable same-sex couples to have genetically related children.
The eggs had chromosomal issues, and only a small percentage developed properly.
Researchers used a technique similar to what was used in cloning Dolly the sheep.
The process involves combining cloning and fertilization by placing skin cell DNA into an egg.
Experts say this work could change how we understand and treat infertility and miscarriages.
More research is needed, with expectations of at least ten more years before potential clinical trials.
The study was published in Nature Communications and emphasizes safety and efficacy concerns before practical use.
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Hollywood stars and the actors' union SAG-AFTRA are upset about Tilly Norwood, a new "AI actor" created by Dutch comedian Eline Van der Velden. The AI can mimic a human actress and is being promoted online, but there's a concern it could take jobs from real actors. Hollywood, especially after past strikes over AI, is worried about AI's impact on the industry.
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Tilly Norwood is an AI creation described as an "actor" by its Dutch creators.
Emily Blunt, Natasha Lyonne, and Whoopi Goldberg are among the stars speaking against it.
The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) stated the AI is not a true actor.
SAG-AFTRA warns using AI like Tilly Norwood could conflict with new protections from the 2023 strikes.
The AI's creator, Eline Van der Velden, claims Tilly is a piece of art, not a human replacement.
AI's role in entertainment was a major issue during the 2023 Hollywood labor strikes.
Natasha Lyonne suggested boycotting talent agencies using the AI actor.
Emily Blunt expressed fear about AI's ability to replace human actors.
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The article shares an interview with Bill Ready, the head of Pinterest, where he discusses online safety concerns related to the social media platform. It aims to highlight the steps Pinterest is taking to improve user safety.
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Bill Ready is the head of the social media platform Pinterest.
The interview focuses on online safety issues on Pinterest.
The content is accessible through BBC Sounds.
The interview was released on September 30, 2025.
The episode is available for more than a year after its release.
The length of the interview is 26 minutes.
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HBO Max, now known as "Max," is adding many new movies and shows in October 2025, with a focus on horror films to match the Halloween season. Notable additions include classic horror titles along with a new series titled "IT: Welcome to Derry" releasing on October 26.
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HBO Max has rebranded to "Max."
Many horror films are being added to the Max library starting October 1, 2025.
Classic titles like "A Nightmare on Elm Street," "Beetlejuice," and "The Sixth Sense" are included.
A new series, "IT: Welcome to Derry," will premiere on October 26.
Additional non-horror films and series across various genres will also be added.
Max lets subscribers access a wide range of new and classic content.
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Former President Donald Trump proposed that U.S. companies pay a $100,000 fee for each foreign worker they hire under the H-1B visa program, used mainly by the tech industry. These visas allow foreign workers with specialized skills to work in the U.S. temporarily. Some worry this change could hurt innovation and economic growth.
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Trump proposed a fee of $100,000 per foreign employee hired under the H-1B visa program.
The H-1B visa allows U.S. companies to hire foreign workers in specialized fields such as technology, healthcare, and education.
About 65% of H-1B visas in 2023 were issued to workers in computer-related jobs.
H-1B visas have a cap of 65,000 per year for for-profit companies, with an extra 20,000 visas for workers with advanced degrees.
Some say the program lets companies pay foreign workers less than American workers.
The visas are now distributed by a lottery system due to high demand.
Since 2020, Amazon has been the biggest U.S. employer of H-1B visa holders.
Trump temporarily stopped the H-1B program during his term, but President Biden later resumed it.
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Peacock, a streaming service, is adding new movies and shows in October 2025. Some of the titles include popular films like "Ghostbusters" and "How to Train Your Dragon" as well as TV premieres from NBC, Bravo, and Telemundo.
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Peacock is adding new content for October 2025.
New movies include "Ghostbusters," "Scream," and "Friday the 13th."
Family-friendly films like "How to Train Your Dragon" will also be available.
NBC premieres include "Chicago Fire," "Chicago Med," and "Chicago PD."
Reality TV shows like "The Real Housewives" will release reunion episodes.
Other TV shows include Telemundo series and NBC wildlife programs.
The service features a mix of movies, TV series, and original content.
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Scientists in the United States have created early-stage human embryos using DNA from skin cells, which were then fertilized. This technique aims to address infertility issues, but it requires further refinement and is not yet ready for clinical use.
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US scientists created early-stage embryos by using DNA from skin cells and fertilizing it.
The technique could help people with infertility due to age or disease and could allow same-sex couples to have children genetically related to both partners.
The process involves taking the nucleus from a skin cell and placing it into an egg that has been emptied of its own genetic material.
Researchers need to refine the technique, as it currently has a low success rate and issues with chromosome management.
This method is part of in vitro gametogenesis, which creates sperm and eggs outside the body.
The study's results were published in the journal Nature Communications.
The technology is still at a research level and not yet available for fertility clinics.
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Spotify founder Daniel Ek will step down as CEO at the end of the year. He will remain as executive chairman and focus on long-term strategy. His role as CEO will be taken over by his two deputies, Gustav Söderström and Alex Norström.
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Daniel Ek is the founder of Spotify and has been the CEO for nearly 20 years.
Ek will step down as CEO but continue with Spotify as executive chairman.
Gustav Söderström and Alex Norström will become co-CEOs.
Spotify started in 2006 in Sweden to address music piracy.
The company now has over 700 million monthly users worldwide.
Ek's investments include a venture capital firm, and one of its backed companies, Helsing, is involved with AI weapons systems.
Some artists have protested against Spotify's practices, especially Ek's investment in Helsing.
Spotify's stock fell by over 4% after the announcement of Ek's decision.
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In October 2025, Apple TV+ is releasing a variety of new movies and shows. Key highlights include a documentary series about director Martin Scorsese, and new episodes of the drama "Slow Horses." The streaming service will update its content throughout the month.
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A new documentary series called "Mr Scorsese" is about director Martin Scorsese and features interviews with famous personalities.
"Mr Scorsese" premieres on October 17, 2025.
"Slow Horses," Apple TV+'s highly-rated drama, releases Season 5, Episode 2 on October 1, with weekly episodes thereafter.
Other shows getting new episodes include "The Morning Show," "Platonic," and "Invasion."
October’s lineup includes several season premieres and finales.
Apple TV+ will update its content regularly throughout October 2025.
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In October 2025, Paramount+ will introduce several new films, TV series, and documentaries. Key releases include "Red Alert," a drama about events in Israel in 2023, and "Ozzy: No Escape From Now," a documentary about rock star Ozzy Osbourne. The platform also premieres the fourth season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
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"Red Alert," a drama about real events in Israel, starts streaming on October 7, 2025.
"Ozzy: No Escape From Now," a documentary about Ozzy Osbourne, also releases on October 7, 2025.
The fourth season of "Mayor of Kingstown" premieres on October 26, 2025.
Paramount+ will feature over 60 films, including classics like "Fight Club" and "Good Will Hunting."
New TV series and documentaries include "Vicious," "Matlock," and a Grammy tribute to Cyndi Lauper.
Some content is exclusively available to Premium subscribers.
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"Jurassic World Evolution 3," a new dinosaur management simulation game, will launch across all platforms this month. The game introduces several new features, including juvenile dinosaurs and new rides. The game allows players to build custom structures and shape landscapes more creatively.
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"Jurassic World Evolution 3" is set to release this month on all gaming platforms.
The game features juvenile dinosaurs for the first time, adding new behaviors and management challenges.
Players can breed dinosaurs naturally, focusing on habitat conditions like comfort and food.
New rides, such as a hot air balloon and kayak tours, are part of the game.
Modular building tools allow players to create custom structures instead of just using pre-made ones.
An advanced terrain editor enables players to shape the game's landscape creatively.
The game's story is set before the events of "Jurassic World Rebirth," with no crossover with the film.
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Imgur, an image-hosting site, has blocked access to users in the UK. This decision follows a warning from the UK's data watchdog about potential fines related to the platform's handling of age verification and children's data. Imgur described the move as a commercial decision.
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Imgur is an image-hosting platform used widely for sharing images online.
UK users are now blocked from accessing Imgur, starting from September 30, 2025.
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) warned Imgur’s parent company about potential fines for not complying with data protection laws.
The ICO's investigation into Imgur started in March and focuses on the site's age verification and data collection from children.
The ICO mentioned Imgur did not require users to declare their age when setting up an account.
Imgur's decision to block UK access is described as a "commercial decision" rather than a direct response to regulatory requirements.
Other services by Imgur’s parent company, like Kik messenger, remain accessible in the UK with age verification measures in place.
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Misinformation spreads quickly online due to bots, artificial intelligence, and distorted content. Experts discuss if and how people can identify real information and protect themselves from false information online.
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Misinformation is shared online through bots and artificial intelligence.
Some AI-generated information is not always true.
Certain online pages change images and facts, contributing to misinformation.
There is a challenge in identifying real information in the digital world.
Experts include an editor, a psychology lecturer, and a media analytics professor.
The discussion focuses on building immunity to misinformation.
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