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Reddit is set to update its Robots Exclusion Protocol (robots.txt) in the coming weeks. The update will continue to block and rate-limit unknown bots and crawlers.

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June 25, 2024 | 5:37 pm

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The U.S. CDC has monitored 690 people for bird flu, with 51 tested for flu-like symptoms and 3 testing positive for H5N1. The Agriculture Department aims to eliminate bird flu from dairy cattle without using vaccines.

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June 25, 2024 | 4:07 pm

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Reports have emerged of heavy protests and a fire in Kenya's capital. The situation is developing, and the impact on global markets is yet to be determined.

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June 25, 2024 | 12:41 pm

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OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, plans to restrict access to its AI tools in China starting in July. This move aligns with U.S. efforts to limit China's access to advanced AI technology. Chinese tech giants like Alibaba and Tencent-backed Zhipu AI are urging developers to switch to their products.

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June 25, 2024 | 11:55 am

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Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, faces delays in returning to Earth due to technical issues. The astronauts have 27 days of fuel left, and Boeing is assessing onboard problems while planning spacewalks. This incident follows Elon Musk's criticism of Boeing's management.

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June 25, 2024 | 10:20 am

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A study by Google DeepMind reveals that the most common misuse of AI is the creation of deepfakes of politicians and celebrities, rather than AI-assisted cyber attacks. This misuse is primarily aimed at influencing public opinion, raising concerns about its impact on global elections and democracy.

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June 25, 2024 | 8:02 am

ABG

Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE:ABG) has been impacted by a cyber-attack on its vendor, CDK Global, affecting various business operations. While contingency plans are in place, some business functions may operate slower than usual. Koons Automotive locations and Clicklane remain minimally affected.

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June 24, 2024 | 8:10 pm

RUM

Rumble has announced via X (formerly Twitter) that it is currently experiencing an outage. The company's teams are investigating the issue and will provide updates.

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June 24, 2024 | 4:51 pm

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Ansys has joined Intel Foundry's United States Military, Aerospace, and Government Alliance to develop thermal management technology for the Intel 18A silicon process, enhancing high-performance computing, graphics, and AI products for U.S. national security applications.

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June 24, 2024 | 3:34 pm

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CDK Global, a SaaS provider for car dealerships, has been hit by the BlackSuit ransomware gang, causing significant IT outages. This has disrupted operations for dealerships across North America, including Penske Automotive Group and Sonic Automotive. CDK is negotiating with the attackers to secure a decryptor and prevent data leaks.

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June 24, 2024 | 3:07 pm