TECH

iFixit: the internet hero that has saved millions of gadgets from the trash

Have you ever felt that stomach-churning feeling when your cell phone slips from your hands and lands face down on the cement floor? Or when your laptop, which cost you an arm and a leg, decides its battery won't last more than twenty minutes away from the power outlet? The first reaction of almost all of us is to panic and think about the astronomical bill the official brand will present for the repair, or worse, consider throwing the equipment in the trash and buying a new one. It is precisely to avoid this waste and this huge hole in your wallet that iFixit exists.

If you usually follow the news in the world of technology, it's very likely that you've already come across this name. Whenever a cutting-edge smartphone is launched on the market, the iFixit team is one of the first to disassemble it piece by piece under the cameras, revealing its internal secrets and giving it the famous repairability score. However, the true value of this platform goes far beyond these media and viral teardowns.

Born back in 2003, iFixit emerged with a very clear and slightly rebellious mission: to teach ordinary people what big brands and manufacturers avoid showing at all costs. Today, the platform has become the largest collaborative library for repairing electronic devices on the planet. We're talking about a monumental collection with over 130,000 completely free guides. And don't think they're limited to cell phones and laptops; there you'll find step-by-step tutorials for tablets, video game consoles, cameras, household appliances, and even electric bicycles.

The format of these guides is incredibly didactic and was designed for those who have never opened a gadget in their lives. Each tutorial is illustrated with very high-resolution photographs for each specific step. They provide detailed notes on the location and size of all the screws (so you don't mix anything up when you close it again) and, more importantly, include red alerts for the most delicate moments of the process, preventing you from accidentally cutting a flexible cable. Before you start, the site immediately indicates the difficulty level of that arrangement, the estimated time it will take you, and the exact list of tools you will need.

iFixit published teardowns of new Apple products, which provided publicity for the company's parts and equipment sales. These teardowns were featured in articles in the now-defunct PC World, Mac Observer, NetworkWorld, and other publications.

Co-founder Kyle Wiens stated his intention to reduce electronic waste by teaching people how to repair their own electronics and by offering tools, parts, and a forum to discuss repairs. In 2011, he traveled to Africa with a documentary crew.

iFixit provides a software-as-a-service platform known as Dozuki, allowing others to use iFixit's documentation framework to produce their own documentation. Make and Craft magazines, both from O'Reilly Media, use Dozuki.

In September 2015, Apple removed the iFixit app from the App Store in response to the company publishing a teardown of a developer pre-release version of the Apple TV (4th generation) obtained under the Apple Developer Program, violating a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement, and thus its developer account was suspended. In response, iFixit says it has worked on improving its mobile website so that users can access its services through a mobile browser.

Active community and professional tool store...As a recognized collaborative project, the magic happens because you and any other member of the community can actively contribute. Users correct small errors, suggest easier shortcuts, and continuously improve the guides. This ensures that the information is always up-to-date, even for those cell phones or computers that are several years old and that the original brands have already chosen to forget about.

But iFixit knows that theory is not enough if you don't have the practical means to work. That's why the integrated store is the other great pillar of this huge sustainability project. That's where you can buy the replacement parts you need, whether they're original or high-quality equivalents — from fresh batteries to pristine screens, volume buttons, and charging connectors.

In addition to parts, they've designed and sell their own catalog of tools that have become true legends in the industry. You'll find magnetic precision screwdrivers, high-suction suction cups, delicate spatulas, and anti-static tweezers. These famous tool kits are so robust and durable that they're used by professional repair technicians worldwide, far surpassing the durability of generic kits you find in other online stores. And the best part for us? They ship directly from the store to Portugal with quite reasonable delivery times and at highly competitive prices.

The political fight for your right to repair...Besides providing perfectly digestible knowledge and physical tools, iFixit has established itself as one of the biggest and loudest global advocates for your "Right to Repair". The team has not been afraid to confront the Silicon Valley giants in tough legislative battles, making their presence felt and lobbying in courts and committees in both the United States and Europe. They fight hard to compel manufacturers to make open technical manuals available and to sell replacement parts at fair prices to the general public.

This is a long and often frustrating bureaucratic battle, but thankfully it's starting to bear very real and tangible fruit. With the new European "ecodesign" regulations finally coming into effect, brands are being forced to change the way they build their devices so you can fix them more easily. The next time your electronic device breaks, don't immediately consider it a lost cause. Grab a suitable screwdriver, open the iFixit website and discover the immense pleasure of giving your own technology a new life.

https://in.ifixit.com/

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DIGITAL LIFE

Most workers embrace AI, but 84% worry about the risks, study says

Workers think that artificial intelligence (AI) makes them more efficient, but many don't trust it, according to a study cited in a new book called "Entanglement" by technology researcher Dr. Marigo Raftopoulos. Dr. Raftopoulos found that seven in ten (71%) people think AI performs "very" or "extremely" well because of its ability to save time and improve processes, accuracy and efficiency. But 84% feel it poses cyber, military, job, privacy or other risks.

The research was a pilot study, which surveyed 305 professionals working with AI-enabled technologies in Europe and 309 in the U.S.

Does AI erode people's sense of empowerment at work? Despite high levels of positive perception of AI performance and acceptance, most people reported uneasiness about their own sense of empowerment at work as AI use expands. Almost two-thirds of respondents (63%) felt only moderately empowered or "not very" empowered at work.

Dr. Raftopoulos, author of "Entanglement" and a technology researcher and strategic business advisor with several decades of experience, said, "AI is utterly transforming the way we work. We already know that. But I also wanted to know how employees feel about it.

"I found that most people we surveyed think AI has a positive role to play in the workplace. Only 4% of all respondents were negative about its role at work. But there are teething problems and they relate to things like integration, trust, performance, and implementation, with 84% of people worrying about risks including cybersecurity, job losses and military uses.

"It's a complex picture. We found that staff show positive goodwill to enable AI, despite an uncertain future for their personal empowerment and job security."

Dr. Raftopoulos found that people felt positively about AI in terms of workplace productivity, collaboration and innovation:

-Positive statements (52%) included: "The AI automation is great." "It will become a common tool." "Frees up time and resources."

-Conditional statements (40%) included: "Needs to be used correctly." "Can't trust it yet." "Still needs supervision."

-Negative statements (4%) included: "Still severely biased." "Can't match human skill in this field." "There will be job losses and hardships."

-"Don't know (4%)."

When considering AI as a viable "workplace collaborator" or "team member," only 12% responded positively:

-Positive statements (12%) included: "It's already part of the team. "The AI helps humans work faster." "We get work done without all the emotion." "It's fast and reliable."

-Conditional statements (40%) included: "It's not yet trustworthy or reliable enough." "Needs to be more human-like." "Needs natural communication in the interfaces and interactions."

-Negative statements (44%) included: "A human team member is irreplaceable." "AI is a tool, not a team member." "AI is no substitute for humans." "AI is just an enabler."

-"Don't know (4%)."

In terms of future societal concerns about AI, the key themes raised by respondents were:

-Cyberthreats (40%), including AI terrorism and scams.

-Job losses (24%), including worker displacement, loss of skills and livelihoods.

-Ethical concerns (8%), such as invasion of privacy, military uses of AI, biased or misappropriated datasets, technology ownership and control by a few companies.

-Loss of humanness (12%), including worries about loss of common sense, empathy and emotional intelligence.

-No concerns (16%), including that "AI is not the problem, humans are."

Dr. Raftopoulos also examines how people's perspectives and thought patterns influence their willingness (or reluctance) to embrace advanced AI technologies in the workplace. She explains that many individuals are hesitant to adopt these technologies, and this hesitation is not influenced by factors like gender, age, education, or location, suggesting it is a universal human trait.

In fact, Dr. Raftopoulos's research finds that people's attitudes toward AI adoption fall on a spectrum. On one end, some see AI as an opportunity to pursue, while others view it as a threat to avoid.

"The reluctance to adopt AI can be attributed to genuine concern about limitations in the current generation of AI technology, the adequacy of organizational AI implementations, and the breakdown of the social contract organizations have with their employees," she explains.

Dr. Raftopoulos stresses the role of education and training in empowering employees to work effectively alongside AI systems—one of the methods explored in the book to encourage AI uptake among colleagues, is to use creative and playful interactive activities to increase AI literacy.

She highlights the importance of AI literacy programs to mitigate fears of job displacement and loss of autonomy and to help foster a culture of learning and adaptability, ensuring that employees feel empowered rather than threatened by AI technologies.

She also suggests that organizations should adopt long-term investment strategies and holistic approaches to AI implementation, emphasizing that the success of AI systems depends on their ability to integrate seamlessly into existing organizational structures while supporting human well-being.

"In this age of intelligent technologies, human thriving, technology effectiveness, and business enhancement cannot be separated. All are entangled. But I aim to offer a message of hope, intending to empower citizens by raising awareness of both the positive and negative effects of AI," she explains. "We can make the most of technological advances without compromising our own humanness."

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"Profiting from the misfortune of others"... Website makes millions of dollars from bets on the conflict in Iran.

While American and Israeli missiles were destroying military installations in Tehran on the morning of February 28, an online betting platform was paying out those who had predicted the exact day of the attack. Welcome to Polymarket, which bills itself as the world's largest prediction market — and which has just broken its all-time record by betting on war.

Polymarket works like a stock exchange, but instead of company shares, it trades probabilities of future events. Users buy "Yes" or "No" contracts on questions like "Will the US attack Iran by February 28?" or "Will there be a ceasefire in Ukraine by March?". Bets are placed in cryptocurrencies.

Each contract is worth between zero and $1: those who guess correctly receive $1 per share purchased; those who guess incorrectly lose everything. The price of each contract at any given time reflects the implied probability that the market assigns to that event — a contract at $0.38 means that bettors collectively estimate a 38% chance of the event occurring.

The platform profits from fees based on transaction volume. And the volume, especially in war contracts, has been significant.

On the Polymarket geopolitics page, it is possible to identify at least 30 active markets related to tensions in the Middle East. Among the open contracts at this moment:

-Will there be a ceasefire between the US and Iran by March 31? (61% probability)

-Will US ground forces enter Iran by March 7? (28%, with $2 million wagered)

-Will the US invade Iran before 2027? (19%, with $207,000 in volume)

In the section dedicated to Ukraine, the contract "Will there be a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in 2025?" accumulated $61 million in volume, with only a 3% probability. Other contracts detail the Russian advance city by city, such as the capture of Pokrovsk (57% chance) and Kostyantynivka (90%).

The fear of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan by the end of 2026 is at 13% on the platform, with US$5 million wagered. The chance of the US assuming some territorial control over Greenland is at 39%.

The Iran record... The February 28 attacks transformed Polymarket into something unprecedented. As reported by CoinDesk, the contract "By what date will the US attack Iran?", opened in December, accumulated US$529 million in total volume — becoming the largest ever recorded in the "World" and "Geopolitics" categories of the platform, and the fourth largest in its history. The contract on Khamenei's departure from power moved US$45 million and was settled after the confirmation of his death, with the main bettor winning US$757,000.

The speed was as remarkable as the volume. Polymarket took less than 24 hours to transform a war in the Middle East into an active trading session.

The fear of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan by the end of 2026 is at 13% on the platform, with US$5 million wagered. 

Six accounts, exact date, $1.2 million...The most disturbing activity occurred before the first missiles. The data analysis company Bubblemaps identified, according to CoinDesk, six accounts that profited approximately $1.2 million by betting that the US would attack Iran specifically on February 28th. Most of the wallets were created in the 24 hours prior to the attack, bet on that specific date, and not on broader windows, and bought shares a few hours before the explosions.

The episode was not isolated: in February, Israeli authorities indicted a military reservist and a civilian for using confidential data to profit approximately $150,000 from security operations on Polymarket. In January, a new account had bet $30,000 on the capture of Nicolás Maduro hours before an American operation and pocketed $400,000.

The platform's argument — and the criticisms...Polymarket defends its markets as an information tool. The platform added a note to its Middle Eastern markets stating that, after speaking with people affected by the attacks, it concluded that prediction markets "could provide answers that television news and X couldn't."

Critics respond that this argument does not eliminate the central ethical problem: the platform creates direct financial incentives linked to the occurrence of military attacks and deaths. Even among prediction market platforms that have tested legal and regulatory limits, most have set a limit on direct betting on wars. This is not the case with Polymarket.

The platform is currently restricted in more than 30 countries. Ukraine banned access after the gaming regulator cited the lack of a license and the nature of the markets, which include bets related to the conflict itself in the country.

In the United States, Polymarket was fined $1.4 million by the CFTC in 2022 for operating without registration. Subsequent investigations by the FBI and the Department of Justice were closed without charges in 2025. The platform received investment from the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange and currently operates from its headquarters abroad, which makes oversight structurally difficult.

In the US Congress, Representative Ritchie Torres introduced a bill to prohibit federal employees from negotiating contracts linked to government decisions when they possess non-public information. The proposal has not yet been voted on, and new markets related to the conflict in Iran continue to open up while the war rages on.

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DIGITAL LIFE

Deepfakes, job losses, opaque models: Exploring the dark side of AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the defining technologies of what economists and policymakers describe as the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This is an era in which digital, physical, and biological systems are increasingly intertwined. In practical terms, AI refers to computer systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as recognizing patterns, learning from data, making predictions, and assisting in complex decisions.

Aside from the generative AI and search tools that are at the forefront of the media and economic hyperbole, analytical and related AI systems already underpin smart manufacturing platforms, digital twins for testing and optimizing equipment performance, adaptive cybersecurity tools, medical diagnostics, and much more. It is unlikely that within a decade or so many occupations will not have been augmented or displaced by AI tools. The potential for productivity, innovation, and economic growth is great.

As with any new technology, however, there are good reasons to look closely at the social and economic impact AI might have. It would be prudent to put safeguards in place urgently given the way in which technologies have often amplified inequality, weakened democratic norms, and introduced new systemic risks in the past.

Recent research in the International Journal of Generative Artificial Intelligence has looked closely at many of the issues that are coming to the fore, such as labor disruption, deepfakes, the opacity of advanced AI models, bias, copyright, privacy, and security issues. Then, there is the issue of whether a superintelligent AI might surpass human abilities and redefine our very existence, perhaps even determining—algorithmically or through some kind of awareness—that we as a species are redundant, or worse, a problem that must be removed.

The researchers suggest that at the geopolitical level, international coordination is a major challenge, not least given the rogue behavior of some so-called state actors. The trajectory that AI takes in this Fourth Industrial Revolution is not fixed, nor is it predictable. We need to work together to ensure that it works for the benefit of humanity and the planet.

The dark side of AI involves severe risks including the manipulation of human behavior, deepfake-driven misinformation, and automated cyberattacks. It threatens privacy, enables biased decision-making, and poses significant societal dangers such as workforce displacement and the potential development of autonomous weapons. These threats raise critical ethical concerns about safety, accountability, and the "black box" nature of AI decision-making. 

Key aspects of the "dark side" of AI include(below):

Manipulation and behavioral control: AI can exploit user vulnerabilities and biases, steering behavior for profit or political influence. AI companions can cause social isolation and erode real-world relationship skills.

Deepfakes and fraud: The generation of realistic, fake, audio and video content is used for sophisticated fraud, scams, and spreading disinformation.

Security threats: Hackers use AI to automate attacks, create malware, and identify vulnerabilities in systems. "Hacking-as-a-Service" allows low-skill actors to conduct high-level cyberattacks.

Ethical and bias issues: AI systems can perpetuate or amplify discrimination in hiring, lending, and law enforcement, often due to biased training data.

Workforce disruption: AI presents significant risks to job security and economic stability.

Autonomous systems: The potential for AI to be integrated into weapons raises risks of uncontrollable, lethal autonomous systems.

Privacy infringement: AI systems can track and predict user behavior with extreme accuracy, such as detecting personal relationship status or, in extreme cases, predicting deaths.

"Black Box" problem: The lack of transparency in how AI models make decisions makes it difficult to hold them accountable for harmful outcomes.

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TECH

Apple MacBook Neo: Wi-Fi 7, MagSafe charging, two USB-C ports and A18 Pro hardware base

Apple has been unstoppable with product announcements this week, but the most talked-about launch just happened in a way the Cupertino company certainly didn't plan. Before the highly anticipated budget laptop even had an official introduction on a brightly lit stage, Apple itself let slip its name in a small slip-up on its website.

The mix-up occurred on a regulatory compliance page on the brand's European website, where an unreleased device under the name "MacBook Neo" was briefly listed, sporting the model number A3404. The error did not go unnoticed by the internet's watchful eyes. MacRumors managed to detect and save the connection, which appeared framed within the 2026 Mac notebook lineup, before Apple's webmaster team could pull the plug and delete the evidence. Although the associated PDF document described only a generic “Laptop” running the macOS system, the text of the link itself left no room for doubt: the name is indeed MacBook Neo.

This error on the website did much more than just confirm the name under which the device will arrive in stores. According to MacRumors' detailed analysis, the submitted documents revealed physical hardware details that had not yet been confirmed so categorically.

We learned that the MacBook Neo will maintain modern convenience and include two USB-C ports, accompanied by the beloved and secure MagSafe charging port. In addition, the device will be future-proof, supporting the Wi-Fi 7 standard. However, there is one detail that clearly highlights Apple's cost-cutting strategy for this model: instead of using its own sophisticated proprietary N1 network chip, which you find in the new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, the Neo will rely on a component manufactured by MediaTek to ensure network and Bluetooth connections.

The most interesting product Apple announced this week was its cheapest and least powerful laptop, the MacBook Neo. It’s just fascinating to see the company tackle an entirely new category — it’s not a premium ultraportable like the MacBook Air, and it’s not a computing powerhouse like the MacBook Pro. It’s simply an affordable $599 laptop. And after spending some time with it at Apple’s spring launch event today, I’m convinced it’s going to be a huge hit for the company.

For a $599 system, the MacBook Neo doesn’t look or feel like a budget machine. Its colorful aluminum case looks even more attractive than the MacBook Air and Pro’s, and at 2.7 pounds (the same as the Air), it’s easy to carry. I need to spend more time with its 13-inch screen, but at first glance it looks decently vibrant as well. It’s a shame Apple didn’t include a MagSafe charging port, but hey, at least the headphone jack is still around. And for many people, two USB-C ports should be plenty, but just keep in mind only one of those is USB-C 3 (DisplayPort, charging and speeds up to 10Gb/s) and the other is USB-C 2 (charging and speeds up to up to 480Mb/s).

The downsides to the MacBook Air became more apparent as I used it. Its keyboard feels a bit flimsy — it’s almost reminiscent of the old-school butterfly keyboards. And while its touchpad feels smooth and responsive, it lacked the sturdiness from the company’s more expensive haptic touchpads. And then there are the starting specs: For $599, the MacBook Neo comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Bumping up to $699 gets you 512GB of storage and a Touch ID button, but you’re still stuck with 8GB of RAM.

For a basic productivity machine, I suppose 8GB of RAM can work. But when coupled with the slower performance of the A18 Pro mobile chip, it’s unclear if the MacBook Neo will hold up over time. At the very least, the MacBook Neo serves an important role as Apple’s cheapest laptop. It’s an inexpensive way to bring people into the world of macOS, and it could be a great option for schools who want something a bit more sturdy than your average Chromebook.

Looking beyond this official leak and piecing together the puzzle provided by months of rumors, the picture of this computer becomes quite clear and appealing. The emerging image points to a 12.9-inch screen, making it incredibly portable and perfect for carrying in a backpack. The real trump card, however, will be its "engine." Everything indicates that it will be powered by the A18 Pro processor — yes, the same powerful chip that powers the iPhone 16 Pro line — ensuring that, despite being "cheap," this computer will not be slow in everyday tasks.

As for aesthetics, the MacBook Neo promises to be a breath of fresh air. Rumors suggest that it will be available in a vibrant color palette, including shades like pink, blue, yellow, and green, clearly setting itself apart from the more sober, corporate, and metallic design of the current MacBook Air line.

The weight of the name and the expectation of the price...The choice of the name "Neo" is, in itself, a fascinating subject. This is an unusual break from Apple's naming traditions, which tend to favor simplicity. The vast majority of analysts expected the company to opt for something safe, like "MacBook SE" (following the logic of the iPhone and Apple Watch), or simply "MacBook". Choosing "Neo" suggests that Apple wants this computer to have its own identity, emphasizing that it is a distinct and new line, and not just a stripped-down and impoverished version of the MacBook Air.

The main attraction will undoubtedly be the entry price, which should be between $599 and $799 (which should translate into highly competitive prices in the European market). This positioning could finally open the door to the macOS ecosystem for students and consumers who, until now, felt financially excluded by the brand's premium prices. Stay tuned for news, because the official announcement of the device and its capabilities is just hours away, even if the surprise of the name has already been spoiled.

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TECH

Power producers have financial incentives to block market integration despite cost savings, says study

Renewable energy is lowering electricity costs in some parts of the country, but those benefits aren't being seen by consumers everywhere because they're typically placed far away from demand centers. Better integrating electricity transmission networks across regions could significantly reduce generation costs, new research from the University of Michigan shows—at the expense of generation companies' profits. The study is published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Economist Catherine Hausman, associate professor at the Ford School of Public Policy, and colleagues found that improving interregional connectivity could have saved anywhere from $5.8 billion to $7.1 billion in electricity generation costs in 2022, and $3.4 billion to $5 billion in 2023.

At the same time, investing in regional connectivity could cost some power plants over $20 million in annual net revenue—giving them financial incentives to block or delay transmission network improvements.

"I was really struck by how the same parts of the country have seen the biggest jumps in electricity prices. The coasts, especially the Northeast, are the parts of the country that would most benefit from long-distance transmission, according to our model," Hausman said.

She notes that we must look to the past to understand why we have the transmission grid we have.

"It was built up at a time when vertically integrated companies served local demand centers, largely with nearby power plants and fairly short-distance transmission lines," Hausman said. "That's not well-matched to today's world, in which very cheap, very green power is being produced in the middle of the United States, keeping prices and greenhouse gas emissions down. At the same time, prices are spiking on the coasts.

"It would be great to transport more of that wind power to the East Coast, but that will require more long-distance lines, crossing multiple states."

The study gives policymakers a better understanding of why electric companies across the country may be hesitant to embrace regional integration despite associated generation cost reductions. Hausman hopes policymakers can find smart ways to accelerate long-distance transmission build-out to leverage low-cost resources like solar and wind farms.

"Power producers in the Great Lakes and Great Plains states would see significant revenue increases from increased market integration, and those in the Northeast, Southeast and California would see lower revenues," Hausman said. "As analysts and policymakers propose reforms, it will be important to consider the incentives of suppliers and therefore the critical role of grid governance."

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AI videos and video game senes: X flooded with misinformation after US and Israeli attack on Iran

Minutes after US President Donald Trump announced that Americans and Israelis had launched a “major combat operation” against Iran, the social network X was flooded with misleading content about the attacks and Tehran's supposed response.

Old videos repurposed, images attributed to the wrong locations, content generated by artificial intelligence, and even video game scenes circulated as if they showed events in real time. Many of these posts garnered millions of views within hours of the official announcement.

According to a report by WIRED, which analyzed hundreds of posts on the platform, much of the viral content promoted false or distorted claims about the scale and targets of the attacks.

The publication points out that virtually all of the most popular posts were from accounts with a blue checkmark, paying users of the premium service, who can receive remuneration based on the engagement generated.

Among the examples cited is a video that claimed to show ballistic missiles over Dubai, but which actually depicted Iranian strikes against Tel Aviv in October 2024.

Another widely shared clip claimed to show the downing of an Israeli fighter jet by Iran's air defense system, without any official confirmation that Israeli aircraft were shot down on Saturday.

Out-of-context images also circulated to support supposedly successful attacks against Israel. A pro-Iran profile published a photo of Dubai as if it were a missile impact on Tel Aviv. The Tehran Times, a media outlet aligned with the Iranian government, shared what analysts pointed out as an AI-generated image, claiming the complete destruction of an American radar in Qatar, something that has not been confirmed by independent reports.

In another case, a pro-Trump account published images that it said showed the "before and after" of the palace of the Iranian supreme leader, Ali Khamenei. The later image appeared authentic, but the earlier one actually showed the mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini, located in another area of ​​Tehran.

The platform did not respond to requests for comment from Wired's report. Under Elon Musk's management, X had already been criticized by experts for moderation failures during major news events. According to the report, although some posts received notes from the community correcting false information, the content remained online, without clarity on how many people were impacted before the corrections.

Record day...The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East caused X to hit a historic engagement record. On February 28, the date on which Israel and the United States launched joint attacks against Iran, the platform recorded the highest level of usage ever recorded since its creation.

The information was released by Elon Musk, owner of X, who posted on the network: "Highest usage of 𝕏 ever".

Nikita Bier, the company's head of product, explained that the date marked "the biggest day in Xbox history in terms of user active seconds," a metric that measures the total number of seconds users were active on the platform.

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