Most US workers don’t use AI at work yet. This study suggests a reason why

Tesla fired manager Jared Ottmann for objecting to a social media post by Elon Musk referencing Nazi leaders, highlighting a pattern of dissent not being tolerated in Musk's business empire. Ottmann criticized Musk's post on X using Nazi names, leading to his termination. This incident adds to previous instances of Musk punishing dissent within his companies, raising concerns among investors about his political activities and impact on car sales. Full Article

A Reddit user discovered that Microsoft's AI assistant Copilot provides instructions on how to activate Windows 11 without a valid license, a method independently verified by various sources. The activation technique utilizes a PowerShell command with a third-party script, raising security concerns and violating Microsoft's terms of service. Microsoft has historically grappled with software piracy, adopting a nuanced approach that includes tolerance and even leveraging piracy for future revenue. Full Article

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has confirmed the names of the company's upcoming flagship chips, Blackwell Ultra and Vera Rubin, set to be revealed at GTC 2025 in March. The new hardware, Blackwell Ultra, will be officially launched in the second half of 2025, offering upgrades in processors, networking, and memory, built on the same system architecture as Blackwell. Nvidia's overall revenues have grown 114% year-on-year as AI demand booms, with the company seeing record returns...

The global launch of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is imminent, with the Chinese version confirming features like the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 6.73-inch WQHD+ display, and a 6,000mAh battery supporting fast charging. The standout feature is its large camera module with four cameras, including a 200-megapixel telephoto lens. The international version will be unveiled at MWC 2025, with details on pricing and availability expected to be revealed. Full Article

A recent study by the American Medical Association found that 29.2% of adults aged 50 to 80 felt isolated in 2024, with loneliness more common among those not working, living alone, and with lower incomes. Loneliness has been identified as a public health challenge exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, with significant impacts on mental and physical health, including heart disease and dementia. To combat loneliness, individuals are encouraged to seek out community connections through clubs,...

Patel outlines the goal of continuously cycling through all actively supported laptops in Framework, updating each one individually before restarting the process. Priority is given to fixing functionality-breaking issues and enhancing security, with lower emphasis on adding new features and addressing user requests. This systematic approach ensures that all laptops receive necessary updates while maintaining a focus on critical aspects of maintenance and improvement. Full Article