'Godfather of AI' shares Nobel Physics Prize

The Nobel Physics Prize winners for 2024 were surprisingly not physicists but two computer scientists, Geoffrey Hinton (known as the "Godfather of AI") and John Hopfield, for their work on machine learning. Their pioneering research on neural networks is the base for today's AI systems like ChatGPT. They used physics to create the networks for pattern recognition, which is an important part of AI today, and a part of the reason they won this prize.

iPhone’s Satellite Messaging: A Lifeline in Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath

Apple’s iPhone satellite messaging feature became a crucial lifeline during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. This feature allowed users to send emergency messages even without cellular service, significantly aiding rescue and relief efforts. The technology proved invaluable in areas where traditional communication infrastructure was damaged or unavailable, highlighting the importance of innovative solutions in disaster response.

Pager Explosions Kill Nine in Lebanon

Nine people, including a child, have been killed after handheld pagers used by members of the armed group Hezbollah to communicate exploded across Lebanon, the country’s health minister says.

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Azure Cloud Services Should be Restored Soon, says Microsoft

Microsoft has said that its Azure cloud outage should be resolved by Tuesday, at 4:30 p.m. EST.

Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce News Feature

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LAUSD Votes to Ban Cellphones and Social Media for Students

The nation's second-largest school district has voted to ban cellphones and social media for students. The policy change comes after concerns about the effect of technology on the mental health of K-12 students as well as the difficulty of teachers in managing their students' phone usage.

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Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce Tradeshow

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