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The power of artificial intelligence is allowing visitors to have conversations with real-life World War II veterans in New Orleans.

AI-powered WWII exhibit allows visitors to talk to heroes of ‘Greatest Generation’

Elon Musk’s Neuralink made headlines Wednesday, March 20, with a live video on X demonstrating its brain implant technology. The video featured 29-year-old Nolan Arbaugh, who has been paralyzed from the shoulders down for eight years following a diving accident, using the device to move a mouse cursor solely through neural signals.

Neuralink posts video of first brain implant patient moving cursor to play chess

Days after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called him an obstacle to peace, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Senate Republicans, and—Elon Musk's Neuralink posts a video of a patient playing chess using their mind.

Netanyahu speaks with Senate Republicans days after Schumer’s speech

Hours after the Supreme Court rules that Texas's immigration law can take effect, it is now back on hold. And, charges have been dropped against the father of a late Marine who was arrested at the State of the Union.

Texas immigration law paused again amid legal seesaw

Is AI washing the new greenwashing? The SEC just fined two investment firms $400k for misleading claims about their AI capabilities.

SEC warns companies against ‘AI washing,’ announces $400,000 penalty

A SpaceX launch and flight proved to be visible from California to Arizona on March 18 as a Starlink mission was successfully completed.

Stargazers reported a bright streak in the sky — it was SpaceX’s Falcon 9

The Supreme Court steps in to extend a block on Texas' immigration law. And, the biggest single prize in TV history will be up for grabs thanks to Amazon and a YouTube star. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Supreme Court extends hold on Texas’ immigration law

Through the start of 2024, hybrid vehicles are being purchased at a rate which surpasses that of their fully electric counterparts.

Not sold on fully electric vehicles? Some drivers are opting for a hybrid instead.

SpaceX and the European Space Agency recently signed an agreement for two launches next year, each carrying two Galileo satellites, Javier Benedicto, the agency's director of navigation said. The agreement calls for the satellites to be launched on SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket from the U.S., he added.

China claims US is threatening global security amid ‘spy satellites’ report

Apple is reportedly in discussions with Google to integrate Google's Gemini artificial intelligence engine into the iPhone.

Apple in talks with Google to integrate AI engine into iPhone

With the average weight of cars jumping over 1,000 pounds since the 1980's, the Microlino EV offers a solution to the trend of "autobesity."

The Microlino presents a tiny solution to the trend of ‘autobesity’

A ruling is expected Friday, March 15, concerning the Georgia D.A. in former President Trump's election interference case. And, SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully launches into orbit but faces issues on its return to Earth. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, March 15, 2024.

Judge to rule on motion to disqualify Fulton County DA Fani Willis

The U.S. Air Force is working with General Atomics on a new unmanned jet known as the QX-67A, which may change combat forever.

The future of unmanned combat air vehicles, XQ-67A unveiled

The House has passed a bill that would require TikTok to either abandon its ties with China or no longer be available in the U.S.

Bill to force sale of TikTok easily passes House, critics question constitutionality

President Biden and former President Trump clinch their parties' nominations, setting up a rematch for the White House, and a rocket explodes in Japan just seconds after liftoff. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Biden, Trump set for historic presidential rematch after clinching nominations

Weapons and Warfare's weapon of the week is the AFRL's Paladin Drone Interceptor, which has both offensive and defensive capabilities.

AFRL drone interceptor is both offensive and defensive: Weapon of the week

The U.S. Air Force is developing a warrant officer program to attract IT specialists as warfare begins to move into the cyber world.

Air Force bringing back a centuries-old rank to attract cyber, IT experts

A recent report by the IIHS has raised concerns about the safety and effectiveness of automated driving features in vehicles.

Safety survey raises serious concerns over automated driving features

Pence issues a warning about TikTok's security issues as Congress debates its future before the House votes on a bill to ban the app.

Pence labels TikTok ‘digital fentanyl,’ calls on Congress to ban app

Stratolaunch announced it successfully tested a hypersonic vehicle in flight, with the help of the world's largest plane.

Stratolaunch announces first successful hypersonic vehicle flight

Video game industry layoffs this year are approaching 2023 levels after just two months. Will the deep cuts continue?

Blame game: What’s causing massive layoffs in video games amid record year?

Trump expressed concerns over TikTok's national security implications while opposing bans in fear of bolstering rival platforms.

Former President Trump voices concerns over TikTok’s national security risks

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan begins with no signs of a cease-fire in the war of Gaza. And news agencies are pulling an image of the Royal Family, claiming it has been altered. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, March 11, 2024.

No cease-fire deal reached in Gaza as Ramadan begins

Russian propaganda sites, disguised as American local news outlets, have popped up in recent weeks spreading disinformation to Americans.

Fake Russian news sites spread disinformation to Americans

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