Fact-checking startup targets AI hallucinations after raising €1M - social media news - NewsLocker (2024)

A fact-checking startup has accelerated plans to banish AI hallucinations after securing €1mn in funding. Norway-based Factiverse uses machine learning to verify content generated by artificial intelligence. The company’s tools automatically detect inaccurate outputs. These errors now frequently cause controversy. A New York lawyer, for instance, hadto apologise for using bogus court citations sourced from ChatGPT. CNET needed to correct 41 of the 77 stories that the news outle

TNW Conference 2024 Day 2 Highlights

The TNW Conference grounds opened up yet again this morning for Day 2 filled with many participants coming back for more (some less fresh than others after last night’s karaoke cruise) and new speakers and participants who joined us for the first time, adding some unique perspectives to the mix. Here’s a wrap-up of five interesting talks and ideas that floated around throughout the day. Beyond green products: Change the system, not just the design In this eye-opening discussion, Bas

New York Seeks to Ban Algorithmic Feeds for Teens

The push for regulation of social media continues to gain momentum,.

YouTube Enables Editing of Longer Videos, Adds New Comment Management Options

Now you can edit videos that are over 6 hours long.

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YouTube Enables Editing of Longer Videos

Now you can edit videos that are over 6 hours long.

X Adds Khloe Kardashian to its Original Video Creator Slate

A Kardashian is a big signing, but will it be enough to bring more eyeballs back to X?

TikTok Launches New Image Sharing App Called ‘Whee’

TikTok’s keen to tap into image sharing.

TikTok Announces New Taylor Swift In-App Experience

A new way to engage Taylor Swift fans - of which there are many.

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TikTok Expands ‘Out of Phone’ Campaigns with UGC

Out of Home: Branded Mission will invite TikTok creators to participate in off-platform promotions.

Reddit Shares Insight into Evolving Discovery Trends

Reddit’s latest report looks at how it’s emerging as a key discovery platform.

TNW Conference 2024 Day 1 Highlights

Day 1 of TNW Conference kicked off with an array of inspiring sessions, insightful panel discussions, thought-provoking performances, and of course, a ton of meetings that will fuel the next wave of innovation across the tech ecosystem. We were joined by 3,500 startups, 1,750 corporates, 600 investors, 2,000 tech ecosystem representatives, and 100 journalists for a full day of insights. These ranged from the critical role of AI in shaping tomorrow’s world and business environment, t

UK cybersecurity startup PQShield raises $37M for post-quantum cryptography

Leading post-quantum cryptography (PQC) startup PQShield today announced a Series B raise of $37mn. This comes as organisations and businesses hasten to get “quantum-ready,” ahead of the first PQC standards being released in a few weeks time. While today’s NISQ era quantum computers are not a danger to traditional means of encryption, future machines have been identified by among others the NSA as a threat to cybersecurity. Once they become powerful enough, quantum

Instagram Adds Music for Carousel Posts with Video

Another music integration from IG.

Instagram Adds Live Streams for Close Friends Only

A new way to encourage more intimate sharing in the app.

Can Elon Musk Turn X Into a Key Financial Platform?

Elon’s broaderplan for X is taking time to formulate - but will it work?

What to expect at TNW Conference 2024

TNW Conference 2024 is finally here! As we here at The Next Web attend many conferences throughout the year (although few are as much fun and inspiring as our own, if we may say so ourselves ), we know that they can sometimes feel a little overwhelming with everything that is going on. That’s why we have put together this handy overview of what to expect — and we can’t wait to see you there! Time flies — TNW turns 18! This year, TNW Conference turns 18. What

TNW Podcast: Crijn Bouman on robotic EV charging of the future; even more money for AI

 Welcome to the new episode of the TNW Podcast — the show where we discuss the latest developments in the European technology ecosystem and feature interviews with some of the most interesting people in the industry. In today’s episode, Ioanna and Andrii talk about the jumbo funding round for Mistral, how AI is impacting copywriters, and also — which TNW Conference sessions we’re looking forward to. The guest of the show is Crijn Bouman, CEO and co-founder of Roc

How to get the most out of TNW Conference 2024

If you’ve already secured your ticket for TNW Conference 2024 taking place June 20 – 21 in Amsterdam, you probably already have your eye on several fascinating talks set to take place (if not, get some inspiration from our team here, here, and here). But there’s a lot more you can and should take advantage of while you’re there. Here are a few things not to be missed: Secure a spot on one of our new TNW Tech Tours & Industry Meet-ups This year, we’re introducin

Circular revamps the world’s thinnest smart ring as the wearables market heats up

Fitness and health tracking startup Circular today announced a host of new features including hardware upgrades for the latest version of its smart ring — the thinnest in the world. The upgrades arrive amid an escalating battle between smart ring manufacturers. While your FitBit and your Garmin and your Whoop bracelet wearables may all be easily distinguishable, you’d be forgiven for not immediately being able to tell the difference between the hardware of an Oura, Superhuman, or a

Eye-tracking VR system helps children stay still during MRI scans

A new VR system that uses eye-tracking technology can calm children while they undergoMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanning. Developed by researchers at King’s College London, the method aims to mitigate children’s tendency to move during MRI scans. by engaging them in immersive virtual reality experiences. Compared to adults, children are less likely to remain still inside the scanner, often negatively influenced by the large size of the machine and the loud noises. As mo

This AI algorithm counts flowers on trees to predict crop yields months in advance

Scientists have trained an AI algorithm to count the number of flowers on fruit trees using only smartphone images. The system could predict the size of a harvest months in advance — saving farmers time, money, and water. Researchers from Chile, Spain, and the UK’s National Robotarium developed the algorithm. The Robotarium is a centre for robotics and AI based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The team looks to address a global problem. “In countries all across the world, f

Meta Provides AI Options to Help Brands Engage with Customers via DM

New AI tools for your messaging engagement and promotions.

Threads Launches API to Facilitate Broader Posting and Analytics Options

A big step for Threads’growth.

Snap Unveils Generative AI Assistance for AR Creation

Snap’s AR creation tools are getting some valuable AI updates.

BBC invests in 3D streaming startup behind broadcaster’s immersive live gigs

The BBC has invested £500,000 in a virtual events startup that’s already creating immersive gigs for the broadcaster. The UK-based Condense bills itself as the first company in the world to enable live streaming of 3D video in virtual spaces. Quietly, the startup recently began delivering these experiences to BBC audiences. Last month, Condense powered the BBC’s first-ever live virtual concert. Singer Sam Tompkins took the digital stage for the milestone. The BBC today reveale

Space forges, faster AI, and battlefield robots: NATO backs first 4 European startups

NATO has confirmed the first group of European startups and venture capital firms it’s investing in as part of its €1bn innovation fund. Officially launched in 2023, the NATO Innovation Fund (NIF) is a multi-sovereign VC fund that will back early-stage deep tech startups and VCs targeting emerging technologies with military and defence applications. The list of technologies ranges from AI, big data processing, and quantum computing to biotech, novel materials, and spacetech. The NIF&

How startups’ marketing and communications strategies are shifting in the US and Europe

If I had to describe European tech growth over the last few years with one word, it would be ‘disruptive’. While it may seem cliché, I’ve chosen this word for many reasons. Through a positive lens, European tech ‘disrupted’ many key sectors in the early 2020s, most notably Life Sciences, Energy Transition, and DeepTech — which are pretty ‘disruptive’ industries in themselves, with goals to drive positive impact in the world. It’s wort

X Is Losing Ground as a News Source per Report

Despite Elon Musk’s efforts to make X a more trusted news source, consumers are still wary.

Report Finds X is Losing Ground as a News Source

Despite Elon Musk’s efforts to make X a more trusted news source, consumers are still wary.

TikTok Adds Commercial Music Library Integration for Adobe Express

Expanded TikTok creation options for Adobe Express users.