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June 5, 2024
NEWS
Reuters

Microsoft takes its AI push to customer service call centers
Microsoft, which has backed ChatGPT creator OpenAI, is taking AI technology into a number of fields of the business world with what it calls Copilot technology, which is capable of summarizing emails and crafting PowerPoint slides as part of the company’s …
CNET

It’s Not Just You — Instagram Is Testing Unskippable Ads and It’s Awful
Instagram owner Meta didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment, but the social network told TechCrunch that it’s “always testing formats that can drive value for advertisers” and would make an announcement if the ad breaks became permanent.
Cycle News

2025 Kawasaki KX250 Price and Specs
The Kawasaki KX™250 underwent a significant redesign for 2025, aimed at enhancing its performance across various sectors. Engineers, seasoned with involvement in multiple World Superbike Championships, worked hard to craft the intake and exhaust systems to …
The Verge

Samsung added AI upscaling to its new OLED gaming monitor
That chip is behind the monitor’s AI-upscaling capabilities, according to Samsung, which enables content and games to be upscaled to almost 4K when run through the monitor’s built-in smart TV apps and Gaming Hub, respectively.
CIO

How to Future-Proof Your Strategy
So much has been written about how to future-proof a strategy. But Peter Scoblic says that too many companies still rely on short-sighted strategies that don’t effectively plan for different potential future scenarios.
The Verge

Netflix will stop working on older Apple TVs
The streaming service says it’s dropping support for second- and third-generation Apple TVs. By Justine Calma, a senior …
mlive.com

The Session Room is now Arbor Brewing Company’s newest location
The restaurant reopened as Arbor Brewing Company Session Room on Tuesday, June 4, but customers can still expect the same dining experience, menu and existing staff, said Mike Collins, co-owner of the business.
Samsung Newsroom Canada

Samsung Electronics Unveils New Odyssey OLED, Smart Monitor and ViewFinity Lineups With Integrated 2024 Launch
Advanced technologies on the latest Odyssey OLED series prevent burn-ins with the new Samsung OLED Safeguard+ feature. Smart features powered by AI bring enhanced entertainment to Smart Monitor M8 and Odyssey OLED G8, while new ViewFinity models enable …
Deseret News

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is fun for the whole family
Short review · A change in story. Super Mario Bros. Wonder mixes up the story, with Bowser making off with a castle instead of Peach. · Stunning new level designs and visuals. The introduction of the Wonder Flower transforms levels in fun new ways. · New …
HPCwire

AMD Clears Up Messy GPU Roadmap, Upgrades Chips Annually
AMD detailed its updated GPU roadmap, with new hardware coming in 2024, 2025 and 2026. AMD previously released GPUs on a roughly 1.5- to two-year cycle, but overwhelming demand for AI hardware is …