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Princess of Wales photo controversy shows we’ve been thinking about edited images the wrong way

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

Experts have warned of a coming “infocalypse”, and of the consequences for this year’s bumper crop of elections.

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  • Experts have warned of a coming “infocalypse”, and of the consequences for this year’s bumper crop of elections.
  • Yet the biggest story about photographic manipulation so far in 2024 is that the Princess of Wales manually edited a family portrait.
  • The response to this controversy can help us think about the wider challenge of manipulated images and video.

A royal history of faked photographs

  • Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were early enthusiasts, first sitting for photographs in the 1840s.
  • During this time, composite images – which combine multiple exposures into one image – were widespread, owing to the limitations of photographic technology.
  • Some of these composite photographs, such as Henry Peach Robinson’s image Fading Away, were controversial, because of both their subject matter and technique.
  • Before it became possible to directly print photographs in newspapers in 1880, there was a widespread practice of copying photographs into drawings, embellishing them by adding colour and improving the composition.
  • When half-tone printing was introduced, journalists continued to tweak their photographs, with one editor of a photography magazine in 1898 boldly stating that “everybody fakes”.

Solving a social problem

  • Outside of journalistic contexts, we don’t have strong social norms against adding colour to photographs.
  • The problem here isn’t that photo editing software fundamentally undermines our trust in photographs.
  • But the fact that we have those standards, and press organisations were able to respond accordingly, shows we have the tools to manage this problem.
  • But this is a social, not just a technological, problem.


Joshua Habgood-Coote has received funding from the European Research Council (ERC) under the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme (grant agreement no. 818633).

EQS-News: IBU-tec Advances Development in Sodium-Ion Battery Research Making Further Progress

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

Among other things, IBU-tec is currently making progress in expanding production towards larger volumes and is pushing ahead with research projects.

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  • Among other things, IBU-tec is currently making progress in expanding production towards larger volumes and is pushing ahead with research projects.
  • IBU-tec has already successfully completed the development and production of phase-pure cathode active material made of sodium manganese layer oxide.
  • In the next step of the research project, IBU-tec is testing the cycle stability of the cathode in full cells and further optimizing it.
  • Ulrich Weitz, Managing Director of IBUvolt battery materials: "With the further development of innovative battery materials, we are securing the future viability of IBU-tec.

thyssenkrupp nucera and Fraunhofer IKTS Agree on a Strategic Partnership in SOEC Technology

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

thyssenkrupp nucera and the Fraunhofer IKTS are entering into a strategic partnership for this purpose.

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  • thyssenkrupp nucera and the Fraunhofer IKTS are entering into a strategic partnership for this purpose.
  • Together, thyssenkrupp nucera and Fraunhofer IKTS want to work to take the final steps in high-temperature electrolysis (SOEC) toward industrial manufacturing and application.
  • The strategic partnership also includes a license for the production and use of CFY stacks based on the SOEC technology of Fraunhofer IKTS by thyssenkrupp nucera.
  • Professor Dr. Alexander Michaelis, Director of Fraunhofer IKTS, adds: "We are very pleased to contribute our world-leading research and development expertise in SOEC technology to the partnership with thyssenkrupp nucera.

EQS-News: The Beginning of a New Era – RATIONAL introduces a new product category: the RATIONAL iHexagon delivers the highest food quality in the shortest possible time.

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

The Beginning of a New Era – RATIONAL introduces a new product category: the RATIONAL iHexagon delivers the highest food quality in the shortest possible time.

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  • The Beginning of a New Era – RATIONAL introduces a new product category: the RATIONAL iHexagon delivers the highest food quality in the shortest possible time.
  • The Beginning of a New Era – RATIONAL introduces a new product category: the RATIONAL iHexagon delivers the highest food quality in the shortest possible time.
  • This allows operators to produce the highest food quality in the shortest possible time.
  • This means that the user achieves consistently excellent results across all levels and can even simultaneously cook various types of food.

EQS-News: Invitation to the 10th International Investment Forum (IIF) - [ONLINE] on February 21, 2024

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

Invitation to the 10th International Investment Forum (IIF) - [ONLINE] on February 21, 2024

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  • Invitation to the 10th International Investment Forum (IIF) - [ONLINE] on February 21, 2024
    The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
  • we are pleased to invite you to participate online in the 10th International Investment Forum (IIF) on February 21, 2024 from 09:30 am (CET).
  • As a live event in an online format, the International Investment Forum provides direct access to national and international listed companies from Europe, Australia and North America.
  • At the International Investment Forum, market participants will gain exciting first-hand insights into developments," says Mario Hose, Managing Director of Apaton Finance GmbH.

OPPO unveils new OPPO Air Glass 3 at MWC 2024, showcasing innovative initiates in the era of AI

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

OPPO has established the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper as it continues to explore the forefront of AI development and implementation.

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  • OPPO has established the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper as it continues to explore the forefront of AI development and implementation.
  • OPPO devices, including the OPPO Find X7 Ultra, and innovative features, including the new AI Eraser, are also being showcased at MWC 2024.
  • OPPO Air Glass 3 can access OPPO's AndesGPT model via a smartphone, providing a new burdenless AI experience.
  • Ahead of the event, OPPO also announced the establishment of the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper , marking a new era in which Smartphones transition to AI Smartphones.

EQS-News: Schaeffler Group improves profitability in 2023

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星期三, 三月 13, 2024

The Automotive Technologies division generated revenue of 9,772 million euros in 2023 (prior year: 9,498 million euros).

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  • The Automotive Technologies division generated revenue of 9,772 million euros in 2023 (prior year: 9,498 million euros).
  • The marked increase in the EBIT margin before special items in 2023 was mainly due to the impact of volumes.
  • Automotive Aftermarket – strong growth, strong margin
    The Automotive Aftermarket division reported revenue of 2,253 million euros in 2023 (prior year: 2,040 million euros).
  • The Industrial division increased its revenue by 3.9 percent at constant currency to 4,288 million euros in 2023 (prior year: 4,271 million euros).

Pearlory Launches Tarnish-Proof Bands for Apple Watches

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星期四, 二月 29, 2024

This exciting new offering extends Pearlory's commitment to combining style with practicality, providing Apple Watch users with high-quality, medical-grade stainless steel bands that promise durability and flair.

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  • This exciting new offering extends Pearlory's commitment to combining style with practicality, providing Apple Watch users with high-quality, medical-grade stainless steel bands that promise durability and flair.
  • Pearlory's new watch bands are available in various styles and colors, including Silver, Black, Gold, and Rose Gold, catering to the diverse tastes of Apple Watch users.
  • With the introduction of these new watch bands, Pearlory takes another step forward in fulfilling this mission, offering an elegant solution for those seeking to personalize their Apple Watches without sacrificing quality or durability.
  • For more information about Pearlory and to explore their latest collection of Apple Watch bands , visit www.pearlory.com and follow them on Instagram.

OPPO Unveils New OPPO Air Glass 3 at MWC 2024, Showcasing Innovative Initiates in the Era of AI

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星期二, 二月 27, 2024

OPPO has established the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper as it continues to explore the forefront of AI development and implementation.

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  • OPPO has established the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper as it continues to explore the forefront of AI development and implementation.
  • OPPO devices, including the OPPO Find X7 Ultra, and innovative features, including the new AI Eraser, are also being showcased at MWC 2024.
  • OPPO Air Glass 3 can access OPPO's AndesGPT model via a smartphone, providing a new burdenless AI experience.
  • Ahead of the event, OPPO also announced the establishment of the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper , marking a new era in which Smartphones transition to AI Smartphones.

LeAnn Boyd, Liviniti CEO, to Speak at NABIP Capitol Conference

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星期四, 二月 22, 2024

National conference highlights policies and issues shaping the future of healthcare

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  • Natchitoches, Louisiana--(Newsfile Corp. - February 22, 2024) - LeAnn Boyd, Liviniti CEO, is slated to speak at the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP) Capitol Conference on February 27.
  • Held at the Washington, D.C. Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, the 34th annual conference highlights healthcare issues that affect the health insurance industry and impact the roles of agents and brokers.
  • "The complex, ever-changing landscape of pharmacy benefits demands deep understanding and thoughtful solutions," LeAnn explains.
  • NABIP represents more than 100,000 licensed health insurance agents, brokers, general agents, consultants, and benefit professionals across the US.