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Internet services in Afghanistan were restored after a two-day shutdown by the Taliban, who had previously blocked web access without explanation, impacting communication, air traffic, and banking amid ongoing humanitarian issues.
Spotify has introduced a new in-app direct messaging feature that allows users to share music more easily with friends directly within the app.
NASA is consolidating its social media presence by archiving accounts like Voyager and the Mars rovers, aiming to streamline communication and improve messaging, though this move has raised concerns about outreach and public engagement with space missions.
OnlyFans creators are increasingly using AI chatbots to manage their direct messages, replacing human 'chatters' who previously impersonated them in conversations with fans. Startups like ChatPersona offer AI tools that generate messages, requiring minimal human intervention to comply with OnlyFans' terms of service. This shift is driven by the need to handle large volumes of fan interactions efficiently, with some creators reporting significant increases in sales and tips. The use of AI in this context raises questions about authenticity and transparency in digital communication.
NASA has received 13 nominations for the 28th Annual Webby Awards, recognizing its broad reach across digital platforms and online communications. The nominations include categories such as social media, podcasts, virtual experiences, and video content, showcasing NASA's efforts to engage the public in space exploration and scientific endeavors. Voting for the Webby People’s Voice Awards is open to the public, with the winners to be announced by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences.
iPhone users are excitedly discovering a new way to use emojis by dragging them into text boxes on their devices, where they expand into larger images. This feature is available on messaging apps like WhatsApp and Messenger, and users can even convert emojis into stickers. The revelation has sparked surprise and excitement among users, with many expressing amazement at this newfound capability. Additionally, Emojipedia has approved 118 new emojis, set to be released with iOS 17.4, including a phoenix, shaking head, and gender-neutral families.
If you value alone time, dislike small talk, feel overwhelmed in crowds, observe more than speak, experience social hangovers, excel at networking, prefer digital communication, enjoy one-on-one interactions, dislike unexpected plans, and are often mistaken as shy or distant, you may exhibit introverted tendencies. Introversion is not about being shy but rather finding comfort and recharge in solitude.
A Canadian judge has ruled that the thumbs up emoji can be considered a valid contract agreement, ordering a farmer to pay $62,000 after he backed out of a deal. The judge argued that courts must adapt to the "new reality" of communication, and the emoji represented agreement to the conditions of the contract. The decision has raised concerns about the potential interpretations of other emojis in legal contexts.
Start-ups are using artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize and automate online dating, making it easier for users to come up with opening lines and responses to potential matches. AI dating tools such as Rizz, Keys, and YourMove.ai are helping users begin and respond to messages, making digital communication seamless. However, some users have reported that the lack of personalization in AI-generated messages can be a turn-off. Despite this, the popularity of AI dating tools is growing, with some users even leveraging AI to optimize their entire dating app profile.