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The humanoid robotics market is witnessing a surge in activity, prompting Boston Dynamics, the industry pioneer, to take decisive action. Introducing their latest creation, the new humanoid robot dubbed Atlas, the company marks a significant step towards commercial viability.

While both the old and new Atlas share a name, their design and functionality diverge significantly. The previous iteration, renowned for its agility and viral stunts, relied on a complex hydraulic system. In contrast, the new Atlas is entirely electric, boasting a more compact and lightweight construction. Notably, it adopts a consumer-oriented design, featuring protective covers and user-friendly elements such as a prominent status light and an illuminated power button reminiscent of Boston Dynamics' Spot series.

In electronic communication, the USB to UART serial converter module emerges as a crucial link, facilitating seamless data transfer between computers and UART-enabled devices. This unassuming yet indispensable device bridges the gap between USB and UART protocols. In this article, we will explore the necessity of this module, explain the user-friendly interfacing process, and highlight its critical pinout details.

Laravel, the PHP framework renowned for its simplicity and elegance, continues to be a top choice for developers worldwide. Among its many features, Laravel offers robust middleware functionality, allowing for seamless integration of authentication mechanisms. In this article, we'll explore the implementation of basic authentication using middleware in Laravel, investigating its benefits and practical applications.

After a decade of development, numerous shifts in direction and leadership, and a multitude of leaks, Apple has purportedly ceased work on its electric car. As per a Bloomberg report, the company is reallocating some staff to focus on internal generative AI projects and considering laying off others.

jQuery is a fast and compact JavaScript library that simplifies tasks like editing HTML documents, handling events, and adding animations. Its user-friendly interface works well on many browsers, and it has revolutionized how millions of people write JavaScript.

jQuery 4.0.0 has been released in beta! The development team is pleased to introduce the enhancements they've been working on. This update includes bug fixes, performance enhancements, and notable changes, such as the discontinuation of support for older versions of Internet Explorer - eliminating headaches for many.

Google has agreed to either delete or de-identify billions of records of web browsing data gathered while users were in its private browsing mode, "Incognito", as outlined in a proposed class action settlement filed on Monday.

The settlement proposed in the case of Brown v. Google will additionally require the company to provide more transparency regarding its data collection practices in Incognito mode and impose restrictions on future data gathering. Pending approval from a federal judge in California, the settlement may affect 136 million Google users. The lawsuit, initiated in 2020 by Google account holders, alleged that the company unlawfully monitored their activities through the private browsing feature.

The Senate approved legislation mandating that TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, divest itself of the app within 270 days or risk expulsion from the US market. The bill, previously passed by the House, received President Biden's signature.

Designated as a foreign adversary controlled application, TikTok must be sold to another entity within the specified timeframe. President Biden retains the authority to extend this deadline by up to 90 days if a sale is actively being pursued. This requirement extends to any subsequent applications similarly identified. Failure by ByteDance to comply with the sale mandate would result in the removal of TikTok from US app stores and a prohibition on internet hosting services facilitating its distribution. Violating entities would be subject to civil penalties.

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao received a four-month prison sentence for his failure to establish sufficient anti-money laundering measures. Zhao, formerly the leader of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, admitted guilt in November 2023.

Prosecutors sought a three-year prison term, twice the 18-month sentencing guideline, citing the extensive scope and impact of Zhao's wrongdoing in their sentencing memorandum. They also argued that Zhao's sentence should reflect the significant harm to US national security resulting from his criminal actions.