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The FCC proposes requiring robocallers to disclose when they’re using AI
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposed a new set of rules this week that would require robocallers to disclose when they’re using artificial intelligence for phone calls and text messages.
The proposal builds on the FCC’s ban on making AI-generated robocalls without the express prior consent of the person being called. The agency now hopes to require callers to say, while seeking that consent, whether they plan to use AI for future calls and messages, the FCC writes. Similar disclosures would have to be added to any AI-generated phone calls, which the agency says “contain an enhanced risk of fraud and other scams.”
The regulator suggests defining an “AI generated call” as any that uses technology to create “an artificial or prerecorded voice or a text using computational technology or other machine learning, including predictive algorithms, and large language models, to process natural language and produce voice or text content to communicate with a called party over an outbound telephone call.”
Finally the agency hopes to carve out an exception for when those with speech and hearing disabilities use AI-generated voice software to help them communicate on outbound phone calls. The FCC would also require that there be no “unsolicited advertisement” in such calls, and that people on the receiving end of the phone calls not be charged for them. The agency asked for specific comments on whether scammers could abuse the exemption, and how it could update its rules to prevent that.
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Your days of dreading gross public bathrooms may soon be over
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Let’s be honest. Public restrooms are often gross, and most of us would rather avoid them at all costs. The thought of encountering unsanitary conditions is enough to make anyone cringe. But what if there was a solution that could transform this universally unpleasant experience?
Enter the Revolving Toilet by Sanitronics, a groundbreaking self-cleaning system that’s set to revolutionize public restrooms.
This innovative technology promises to eliminate the “ick factor” and deliver a level of cleanliness that could make even the most squeamish person feel comfortable.
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The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
A revolutionary self-cleaning toilet system
With over 20 years of experience in public toilet design, Sanitronics has created a solution addressing the most pressing public restroom issues. It’s called the Revolving Toilet, and it features two toilet bowls that alternate after each use. While one bowl is in use, the other is being cleaned in a separate compartment. This ensures that each person experiences a completely clean and dry toilet.
![revolving toilet 2](https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/08/1200/675/2-Your-days-of-dreading-gross-public-bathrooms-may-soon-be-over.jpg?ve=1&tl=1)
The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
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The Revolving Toilet’s high-pressure cleaning and drying system
The system employs patented technology to clean the toilet bowl from all angles using a biodegradable cleaning agent. The cleaning process involves high-pressure water sprays at 70 BAR both inside and outside of the bowl, effectively removing all dirt and waste.
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The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
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One of the standout features of the Revolving Toilet is its ability to provide a dry seat. As the toilet revolves, the cleaned seat passes through an airblade that dries it completely, offering a comfortable and hygienic experience for the next person. The entire cleaning and drying process takes less than 20 seconds, minimizing wait times and ensuring that the toilet is always ready for the next user. This thorough cleaning process is crucial for maintaining hygiene in high-traffic public areas.
![revolving toilet 4](https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/08/1200/675/4-Your-days-of-dreading-gross-public-bathrooms-may-soon-be-over.jpg?ve=1&tl=1)
The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
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The Revolving Toilet’s ergonomic design
The Revolving Toilet features automated entry, no-touch buttons for single and multiple operations and is ergonomically positioned to minimize effort and maximize efficiency. This design reduces the risk of contamination and makes the toilet user-friendly.
The toilet units are fully customizable to fit the specific needs of different public environments. Whether it’s a standalone unit for a park or a mobile unit for a festival, the design can be adapted to suit various requirements.
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The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
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Sustainability and customization
Sanitronics has designed the Revolving Toilet with sustainability in mind. The units are modular and can be easily disassembled, allowing for parts to be replaced or recycled. Sanitronics also handles everything from design and production to placement and maintenance. This integrated approach ensures the highest quality and reliability of their products.
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The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
The Revolving Toilet is vandalism resistant
The materials used in the construction of the Revolving Toilet are resistant to vandalism, including hammering, fire and graffiti. This makes it a durable option for public spaces prone to such issues.
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The Revolving Toilet (Sanitronics)
Kurt’s key takeaways
We’ve all been there – desperately needing a public restroom but dreading what we might find. Well, the Revolving Toilet is here to change all that. Imagine walking into a public restroom and actually looking forward to using it. Sounds crazy, right? But that’s exactly what Sanitronics is aiming for. With its quick cleanup act, this toilet is setting a whole new bar for public bathrooms. So, next time you’re out and about and nature calls, keep an eye out for the Revolving Toilet. It might just have you rethinking your public restroom experience — one flush at a time.
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This Vision Pro Virtual Boy emulator isn’t fancy, but it gets the job done
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The Vision Pro got its first Virtual Boy emulator in an app called VirtualFriend, finally giving me, a person with an irrational love for Nintendo’s most short-lived console, a chance to play it in immersive 3D once more. The app is also available for iOS and iPadOS, where it’s a virtually identical experience, minus the 3D effect.
The first games I played after downloading VirtualFriend were those I owned as a kid: Red Alarm, Wario Land, and Mario’s Tennis. I’m pleased to say that apart from some minor audio glitches in Red Alarm, the games run well — it’s all just as I remember it.
VirtualFriend supports Bluetooth controllers and keyboard control on the Vision Pro, as well as touchscreen buttons if you’re playing on an iPhone or iPad. Visually, the games look as good as a Virtual Boy game can and have a little help from the app, which lets you customize the console’s two-tone color palette. VirtualFriend also has an eye adjustment slider that helps adjust the image if you find a particular game isn’t working for you.
The big missing features are controller mapping and the ability to save your game at any point using save states. (Developer Adam Gastineau acknowledged the latter in an open issue on the project’s GitHub page.)
Still, VirtualFriend is easy to recommend if you’re at all curious about playing Virtual Boy games or, like me, you once owned and loved the console. It’s free with the option to tip the developer, doesn’t show ads, and according to its App Store listing, won’t collect your data. It’s just good, clean, mid-90s VR fun.
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LEGO-inspired space bricks pave the way for lunar construction
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The dream of establishing permanent structures on the moon has captivated scientists and space enthusiasts for decades. With the challenges of building in such an extreme environment, researchers are compelled to innovate and explore new possibilities.
One of the most exciting developments comes from the European Space Agency (ESA), which has created 3D-printed bricks inspired by LEGO, made from 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite dust.
These ESA Space Bricks represent a significant step toward sustainable lunar construction and could pave the way for future lunar settlements.
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Building on the moon with local materials
The idea behind the ESA Space Bricks is straightforward yet revolutionary. Instead of transporting building materials from Earth, why not use the resources already available on the Moon? The lunar surface is covered in a layer of rock and mineral fragments known as lunar regolith, which could potentially be transformed into building materials. However, the challenge lies in the fact that there is very little lunar regolith available on Earth for experimentation.
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A creative solution: Meteorite dust
Undeterred by the lack of lunar materials, ESA scientists devised an innovative solution. They created a synthetic version of lunar regolith by grinding up a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite. This meteorite, discovered in Northwest Africa, is rich in space materials and served as the perfect foundation for their 3D-printed bricks. By mixing this meteorite dust with a polylactide and regolith simulant, the team successfully created bricks that mimic the properties of LEGO bricks.
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LEGO-inspired space bricks
ESA’s Space Bricks are designed to interlock and click together just like traditional LEGO bricks, allowing for a range of construction possibilities. While they may appear a bit rougher and are only available in a stylish space gray, their functionality remains intact. This modular design enables scientists to experiment with various building techniques and structures, fostering creativity and innovation in lunar construction.
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Space Bricks in a box (ESA)
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How ESA’s space bricks spark new ideas for building on the moon
As ESA Science Officer Aidan Cowley noted, “Nobody has built a structure on the moon, so it was great to have the flexibility to try out all kinds of designs and building techniques with our space bricks.”
This playful approach not only aids in scientific understanding but also encourages a spirit of exploration and creativity that is essential in space engineering.
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Displaying the space bricks
ESA is showcasing these remarkable space bricks in select LEGO stores worldwide, from June 24 to Sept. 20 to further engage the public and inspire future generations of space engineers. This initiative aims to spark interest in space exploration and engineering among children, encouraging them to imagine and create their own lunar bases using LEGO.
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Space Brick on display at LEGO store (ESA)
Kurt’s key takeaways
The development of ESA’s Space Bricks represents an exciting step forward in our journey to build sustainable habitats on the moon. By using materials found right there on the lunar surface and embracing some really creative design ideas, scientists are not just laying the groundwork for future lunar homes but also sparking the imaginations of the next generation of builders and dreamers.
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