The FTC

The FTC is being hit by terminations

Introduction At least a dozen probationary staffers at the Federal Trade Commission were terminated last week, The Verge has learned. The terminations took place across the agency, according to two sources familiar with the matter, one of whom said that included both the Bureau of Consumer Protection and Bureau of Competition. The sources did not […]

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Microsoft’s new Dragon Copilot is an AI assistant for healthcare

Introduction Microsoft has announced Microsoft Dragon Copilot, an AI system for healthcare that can, among other things, listen to and create notes based on clinical visits. The system combines voice-dictating and ambient listening tech created by AI voice company Nuance, which Microsoft bought in 2021. According to Microsoft’s announcement, the new system can help its […]

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SwitchBot launches cut-your-own smart shades

Introduction The new DIY smart shades from SwitchBot can be made to measure in your own home. | Image: SwitchBot SwitchBot’s inexpensive, adjustable smart roller shades are finally here. First announced in September, the SwitchBot Roller Shades go on sale today at switch-bot.com, claiming to be the world’s first adjustable smart shades. This means you […]

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