Palestinians in Gaza have reported being targeted by sniper drones, leading to civilian casualties. Witnesses describe incidents where civilians, including children, were shot and killed by these drones. The Israeli military denies intentionally harming civilians and states that such actions do not align with their protocols. Eyewitnesses have reported instances of sniper drones targeting civilians in different parts of Gaza, but little has been reported on this technology. Israel’s UN Ambassador did not confirm the use of sniper drones, stating that sophisticated weapons are used to target terrorists and minimize civilian casualties.
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Is an AI backlash brewing? What ‘clanker’ says about growing frustrations with emerging tech
The term "clanker," originating from Star Wars, has gained popularity as a derogatory term for technology replacing humans, with notable use on TikTok and by politicians like Sen. Ruben Gallego in legislation against AI customer service. This backlash reflects growing unease about AI's societal role and has prompted discussions on the appropriateness of such slurs, paralleling historical racial tropes. Want More Context? 🔎
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