Merry Gel Sigui
A multimedia journalist focused on producing articles about controversial global issues specifically on business, economy, politics, and technology. A strong believer in freedom of the press and exposing the wrong. only through engagement and communications can we as humans evolve.
An accredited member of a leading local broadcast media organization.
Facebook bans deceptive, modified media
Facebook's Global Policy Management President Monika Bickert announced the removal of deceptive images and videos designed to mislead users, targeting content that artificially alters visual media to create false narratives.
TV makers stun CES 2020 with super HD units
At CES 2020, TV manufacturers unveiled cutting-edge televisions with AI technology, voice assistant integration, and smart home control features. Brands like LG, Samsung, Sony, and TCL presented innovative high-definition models designed to appeal to tech-savvy consumers.
A “Prototype City of the Future” will rise in Japan, says...
Toyota Motor Corporation plans to transform a 175-acre former car factory into a "Prototype City of the Future" called Woven City. Located at the base of Mount Fuji, this innovative project will house 2,000 people and serve as a laboratory for autonomous vehicles and sustainable technologies.
Fast-food chain sued by Bruce Lee’s daughter for copyright infringement
Shannon Lee, representing Bruce Lee Enterprises, has filed a lawsuit against Real Kungfu in a Shanghai court. She demands the chain stop using her father's image and seeks 210 million yuan (US$30 million) in compensation for 15 years of unauthorized use of the martial arts legend's likeness.
Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick to resign from ride-hailing giant board
Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick announced his resignation from the company's board by December 31, citing a desire to focus on new business and philanthropic endeavors. After selling most of his shares in November, Kalanick reflects on his 10-year journey with the world's largest ride-hailing platform.
US study finds massive errors in face recognition
A recent US government study found massive errors in facial recognition technology. Researchers discovered that algorithms misidentified black females' gender 35% of the time and produced significantly higher false positive rates for non-white individuals compared to white subjects.
