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HRC and U.N. Human Rights launch Berkeley Protocol

Berkeley Human Rights Center and U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights co-launch global guidelines on investigating human rights violations online United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk joined the Human Rights Center to officially launch the Berkeley Protocol on Digital Open Source Investigations, the world’s first international guidelines on how to use social media and content…

AI-generated food images look tastier than real ones

Researchers have announced an intriguing discovery – consumers generally prefer AI-generated images of food over real food images, especially when they are unaware of their true nature According to the researchers, the results suggest that AI-generated food visuals excel at enhancing the appeal of depicted foods by leveraging key features such as symmetry, shape, glossiness,…

Using X (formerly Twitter) has a negative impact on well-being: Study

Despite creating a greater sense of belonging for some users, researchers found that frequenting the social media platform is associated with a drop in positive emotions and a surge in outrage, political polarization and boredom Researchers at the University of Toronto have confirmed what many have long suspected: using X (formerly known as Twitter) takes…

Making the clean energy transition work for everyone

At the 2024 MIT Energy Conference, participants grappled with the key challenges and trends shaping our fight to prevent the worst effects of climate change The clean energy transition is already underway, but how do we make sure it happens in a manner that is affordable, sustainable, and fair for everyone? That was the overarching…

What Einstein would think of Pi Day, and how he crossed paths with Oppenheimer

We talked with Princeton University historian of science Michael Gordin, who has taught the popular course “The Einstein Era,” about the life and times of Princeton’s most famous resident, Albert Einstein, who lived here from 1933 until he died in 1955 Gordin has been selected as Princeton’s next dean of the college, beginning July 1. Here, he…

The hands-on drive for sustainable living in Europe

Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment In the Italian town of Nepi last year, a school covered floorspace in sheets and asked children to draw how they would change the urban layout. Elsewhere in the town, a care centre for elderly people…

UN Tourism and WTCF Advance Data-Driven Approach to City Tourism

UN Tourism and the World Tourism Cities Federation (WTCF) have launched a new report highlighting the need to measure the social and environmental impact of tourism on urban destinations. The report assesses into the current situation and challenges of tourism data at the city level. The analysis will help advance the creation of global database of…

Out key steps for managing climate risks to protect people and prosperity

It further presents how they can prepare and implement policies that save lives, cut costs, and protect prosperity across the EU The European Commission has published a Communication on managing climate risks in Europe. It sets out how the EU and its Member States can better anticipate, understand, and address growing climate risks. It further presents how…

Data Spaces Symposium: Unite. Innovate. Adopt.

In an era where data is not just an asset but the cornerstone of innovation and strategic decision-making, The Data Spaces Symposium emerges as a pivotal gathering for industry leaders, technologists and policymakers. This premier event is taking place 12 – 14 March 2024 in Darmstadt, Germany. Organized by the Data Spaces Support Centre (DSSC),…

Precision in Marketing: How AI Content Tools Make the Difference

Traditional methods of content creation and distribution often fall short of delivering the personalized and engaging experiences that modern consumers crave In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, precision has become the holy grail for marketers seeking to reach their target audience with accuracy and impact. In this quest for precision, artificial intelligence (AI) content…