NASA's PACE Earth science mission launches despite Trump's attempted cancellation - New Price Revealed

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NASA launches a billion-dollar Earth science mission Trump tried to cancel

NASA's PACE spacecraft last year at Goddard Space Flight Center, Maryland.
NASA's PACE spacecraft last year at Goddard Space Flight Center, Maryland. (Credit: NASA)

NASA's latest mission dedicated to observing Earth's oceans and atmosphere from space rocketed into orbit from Florida early Thursday on a Spacex launch vehicle. The mission called PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) will study phytoplankton and aerosols, which are important for scientists' understanding of climate change. The PACE satellite was launched after a two-day delay caused by poor weather.

Meta Calls for Industry Effort to Label A.I.-Generated Content

The social network formerly known as Facebook, Meta, wants to promote standardized labels to help detect artificially created photo, video, and audio material across its platforms. The goal is to combat the spread of fake content. By using labels, users will be able to distinguish between AI-generated and real content. Standardized labels could make it easier to identify and combat misinformation on social media.

Introducing Linxura: The Smart Home Controller

The Linxura is a smart home controller that has customizable icons and an intuitive click wheel. This device solves a common problem with smart buttons by providing better control and integration. However, it still needs to improve its integrations before it becomes valuable for consumers. The Linxura could be a great addition to a smart home setup once it expands its compatibility.

Amsterdam-based payments giant Adyen reports strong financial results

Adyen, a payments company based in Amsterdam, announced its H2 2023 net revenue increased by 23% year over year to €887M, with processed volume up 29% year over year to €544.1B. The positive financial results have led to a 22% surge in the company's stock (ADYEN.AS). Adyen rebounded after facing a slowdown in revenue last year, resulting in a stock market decline.

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