The police authority calls for action against criminals using AI technology. One type of fraud is of particular concern to investigators. Interpol is sounding the alarm: artificial intelligence (AI) is making it easier for criminal gangs to reach victims all over the world. The global police authority, comprising 196 member states, is therefore calling for greater efforts to combat financial fraud using AI. In combination with phishing and malware, AI has led to sophisticated fraud campaigns. According to Interpol Secretary General Jürgen Stock, this does not require advanced technical knowledge.…
Read MoreWhat happens if you eat butter every day?
Butter is a controversial topic in nutrition. There are two camps: those who love butter and those who swear by margarine or other plant-based substitutes. And that’s not all: how and when butter is put on bread is also hotly debated. Butter contains a lot of cholesterolBread and butter (or margarine) belong on the kitchen table in a German household. Bread is not a superfood. And butter? It contains a lot of cholesterol, and it has long been assumed that this raises cholesterol levels and increases the risk of heart…
Read MoreThis is how much toast harms the body
There are around 300 different types of bread in Austria. Toast, however, is unquestionably the most popular. The reasons are obvious: the rectangular slices are available in many varieties, they keep almost forever, and the fresh, sweet taste of the soft bread is even more intense when toasted. However, most toast is industrially produced, making it a highly processed and unhealthy product. There is nothing nutritionally good about toast. Toast has hardly any nutritional valueCommon buttered toast usually contains a lot of sugar, saturated fatty acids, a low fiber content,…
Read MoreTen tips: What you should look out for when ordering from Temu
Hardly any other online shopping platform has risen as quickly as Temu. Founded in mid-2022, it is now almost impossible to avoid it online. This is mainly due to aggressive advertising; the company has even made several Super Bowl commercials this year, most likely worth several million dollars. If you look at the app downloads, this has paid off. The Android app was downloaded over 100 million times on Google Play. In the Apple charts of the top shopping apps in Austria, it is in first place, ahead of Spar,…
Read MorePope: “War is not the way to a better world”
Pope Francis once again made an urgent appeal against war at the Angelus prayer on Sunday. “Do we really believe we can build a better world this way? Do we believe that peace can be achieved in this way? Enough, please!” “I carry in my heart every day the suffering of the populations of Palestine and Israel due to the ongoing hostilities. Thousands of dead, wounded, and displaced: the immeasurable destruction causes pain,” the Pope told the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square. The Pope’s health seemed to have recovered…
Read MoreDeactivate this function on your cell phone to prevent data theft
Nowadays, almost everyone has a smartphone, but this convenience also brings vulnerabilities to various forms of cybercrime if you’re not careful. With technological progress, Bluetooth technology has become more and more present, as it allows us to quickly and easily connect numerous devices for file transfers or to connect headphones, fitness bracelets, or smartwatches. The convenience of Bluetooth, which works optimally when in close proximity to these devices, can also pose risks, such as exposing your smartphone’s data to cybercriminals. According to Bankinter, hackers can use this active tool to…
Read MoreFew people know this: banana peels can be used for many ingenious things
The next time you throw away a banana peel, think twice. According to a recent article on ScienceAlert, banana peels, which are often overlooked and discarded, have some surprisingly valuable uses. Banana peels are more than just a comedic slip hazard; they are a versatile ingredient with several potential uses. The article emphasizes how these peels can be turned into valuable resources in various ways. One of the most exciting uses of banana peels is in the kitchen. Contrary to popular belief, they are not only edible but can also…
Read MoreQuick tips for lowering cholesterol: what you should eat
Diet is one of the factors that influences cholesterol levels in the body. In some cases, dietary changes can quickly lower cholesterol levels, especially harmful LDL cholesterol. Here are some dietary tricks that can help regulate lipid levels quickly.The importance of diet on cholesterol levels in the body is significant, with the risk of increased lipid levels becoming particularly apparent after the age of 40. As we age, the body becomes less efficient at removing excess cholesterol. However, high cholesterol is a problem that affects people of all ages and…
Read MoreNew week starts cloudy and rainy
The coming week will start with heavy rainfall and sometimes strong wind gusts throughout Austria. Nevertheless, it will clear up occasionally, and temperatures of up to 17 degrees are expected. Already on Sunday, dense clouds will cover the whole country. It may rain more and more frequently until the afternoon. Only in the north will the sunshine last longer at first. In the afternoon, however, the tendency for showers will increase here too. The wind will be somewhat strong at times in the east and along the northern side of…
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