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A Commander's Lament on the Loss of a Historic SpaceX Rocket

One of the most historic rockets in SpaceX's fleet toppled over Christmas Day on the return trip to Cape Canaveral, Florida, following its previous mission.
Image source: The New York Times

The Falcon 9 rocket that launched NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken on SpaceX's first crew mission in 2020 launched and landed for the 19th and final time just before Christmas, then tipped over on its recovery ship during the trip back to Cape Canaveral, Florida. This particular booster, known by the tail number B1058, was special among SpaceX's fleet of reusable rockets. It was the fleet leader, having tallied 19 missions over the course of more than three-and-a-half years.

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How Tracking and Technology in Cars Is Being Weaponized by Abusive Partners

How Tracking and Technology in Cars Is Being Weaponized by Abusive Partners
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Apps that remotely track and control cars are being weaponized by abusive partners. Car manufacturers have been slow to respond, according to victims and experts. Understanding how abusive partners exploit technology will help advocate for change and protection.

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Mickey Mouse has left the house: Steamboat Willie enters the public domain

A screengrab from Steamboat Willie
Image source: The Verge

Specific versions of Mickey Mouse have been released from Disney's copyright, allowing the public to use and create new works with them. Artists and fans are excited about the opportunities this presents to reinterpret and expand upon the beloved character.

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London-based Robin AI Raises $26M Series B for Legal Copilot

Robin AI Logo
Image source: SiliconANGLE

London-based Robin AI, the developer of an artificial intelligence "copilot" for creating and reviewing legal contracts, has raised $26 million in a Series B funding round. The company's free Microsoft Word add-in, powered by Anthropic's Claude AI, aims to streamline and enhance the contract review process for legal professionals.

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Published on January 3, 2024

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