iReader has stated they will have a new e-reader to offer later this month. As ITHome reported, it is the iReader Neo 2 that the company said will launch at an event scheduled to take place on February 27, 2024. Unfortunately, there is nothing else that is available in the public domain as of now though for reference, the iReader Neo launched in April last year features a … [Read more...] about iReader Neo2 e-reader set for launch on February 27
Archives for February 2024
Tell us what you think: Survey on A.I. Training
The rapid progression of Artificial Intelligence has led to new and unprecedented circumstances for societies around the world. Generative technologies have been thrust into multiple sectors of life; business, law, education, content creation, writing and journalism- to name a few. As such, we are now faced with complex legal and moral issues surrounding AI's ingestion of … [Read more...] about Tell us what you think: Survey on A.I. Training
Penguin Random House Fights Book Ban
Penguin Random House has jumped into the fight against book bans, entering a sensitive debate that is playing out in school boards and statehouses across the country. At risk: potentially alienating a large chunk of customers on an issue at the crux of culture wars that have polarized the nation in ways not seen in decades.” Those who push for book bans often “believe they … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Fights Book Ban
Pocket FM launches Pocket Novel
Pocket FM is to launch of Pocket Novel to build it as India’s largest online reading platform and the default destination for the Indian writers’ community. The audio series platform also announces an investment of US$40 million to solidify its presence in the literary world. With this launch, Pocket Novel is intended to play a key role in unlocking opportunities and … [Read more...] about Pocket FM launches Pocket Novel
Legendary EC Comics Rising After 70 Years
EC Comics was once a big name in the comic book industry, like Marvel, DC and Archie. Now, nearly 70 years after its premature end, the comic giant is returning as an imprint of Oni Press. Oni has become the official home of the EC Comics brand, via a partnership with William M. Gaines Agent, Inc. The first two EC Comics titles will be Epitaphs From the Abyss (launching in … [Read more...] about Legendary EC Comics Rising After 70 Years
MediaOCD Announces Acquisition of AnimEigo
MediaOCD has announced the acquisition of AnimEigo, the oldest existing anime distributor in English-speaking territories. The agreement will see AnimEigo's mass-market video distribution business transferring to MediaOCD "over the coming months" as it joins MediaOCD's Whole Grain Pictures home video label. If you grew up with anime VHS tapes, chances are pretty good that … [Read more...] about MediaOCD Announces Acquisition of AnimEigo
Apple Fined for Spotify Antitrust Complaint
A Sunday morning report from the Financial Times says the €500 million (about $539 million USD) fine comes after regulators investigated a Spotify complaint that Apple policies prevent iPhone apps from telling users about cheaper alternatives to Apple’s music service. The issue comes down to Apple’s efforts to keep apps and users corraled inside its App Store payments … [Read more...] about Apple Fined for Spotify Antitrust Complaint
UK to ban mobile phone usage in schools
As mobile phone ownership becomes ubiquitous across various age groups, concerns regarding their impact on children's well-being and focus during learning have garnered attention from experts and regulators. Reflecting this sentiment, Engadget reported the UK government has joined other European nations like France and Italy in announcing guidance aimed at banning mobile phone … [Read more...] about UK to ban mobile phone usage in schools
AI’s New Scam: Fake Biographies of Deceased
The latest tactic AI (Artificial Intelligence) involves writing and publishing fake biographies for deceased individuals. Advancements in the technology have led to a sharp increase in AI-written content. Of course, the results are nowhere near what a human writer would produce due to AI’s lack of creativity and abstract thinking. Often, these stories and books equate to little … [Read more...] about AI’s New Scam: Fake Biographies of Deceased