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TikTok Questions
10 Questions about the Chinese global social network.
In which country was the popular Tik Tok app developed? Argentina
China
South Korea
USA
What do people mainly do with the Tik Tok app? Shere animated memes.
Share short video clips.
Share selfie pictures.
Share written ideas.
Does John Lennon have a Tik Tok account? Google is the most popular domain in the world. What's the second most popular domain? Facebook.
TikTok.
Microsoft.
Apple.
In Oct. 2022, Madonna kind of announced she was "gay." How? On Oprah.
In a song.
On Twitter.
On TikTok.
At least nine US states, including Texas, prohibit what app on state government devices and computer networks? Image: HowSmart.net using OpenAI’s DALL·E WhatsApp.
Twitter.
Instagram.
TikTok.
What is the nationality of TikTok's CEO? Martian.
American.
Chinese.
Singaporean.
How many people use TikTok in the EU? 12.5 million.
125 million.
1.25 billion.
None. They are all too busy with Eurovision.
Which of these happened just hours before TikTok's CEO told Congress that China didn't influence his company? He met with Chinese officials at a secret location.
China's commerce ministry announced it opposes a TikTok sale.
TikTok announced a feature allowing China to monitor user activity.
China declared that TikTok was a front for Chinese espionage.
Which US state became the first to pass a bill banning TikTok from app stores? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E “The Golden State”
“The Lone Star State”
“The Treasure State”
“The Free Peach State”
Which Hollywood studio film was the first to be officially uploaded on TikTok (in 23 parts)? "Clueless"
"Mean Girls"
"Heathers"
"Modern Times"
Why did the EU open an official investigation into TikTok in Feb. 2024? TikTok possibly breaching online content rules to protect minors and ensure transparency.
TikTok possibly breaching online privacy rules through its China connection.
The platform's innovative recipe videos causing a continent-wide avocado shortage.
TikTok's excessive use of cute animal videos leading to productivity drops across Europe.
10 Questions about the truble making social network. You can find answers in our Twitter/X Quiz .
Which of these happened within 12 hours of Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter? Donald Trump returned to Twitter.
Use of the n-word on Twitter shot up by 500%.
Twitter changed its moderation rules.
The platform went offline.
Effective Nov. 23, 2022, Twitter is no longer enforcing which policy? Image: HowSmart.net using Dall-E Its hateful conduct policy.
Its private information policy.
Its COVID-19 misleading information policy.
Its civic Integrity policy.
What makes Linda Yaccarino a trailblazer as Twitter's new CEO? Screenshot: NBCUniversal She is the first woman to lead the social media giant.
She is the first Indian-born executive to join Twitter.
She is the first CEO to clash publicly with Elon Musk.
She is the first CEO to ban political ads on Twitter.
What did Twitter do in Turkey before the presidential election? It blocked all tweets criticizing Erdogan’s mustache.
It endorsed Kilicdaroglu as the best candidate for Turkey.
It restricted access to some content in response to a legal process.
It changed its logo to a Turkish flag with a bird on it.
What made Elon Musk lash out at George Soros on Twitter? Soros sold his Tesla stake.
Soros criticized Musk's Mars colonization plans.
Soros accused Musk of being a Russian spy.
Soros revealed that he is secretly a lizard person.
What did Twitter, under Elon Musk's watchful eye, decide to limit starting July 1, 2023? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E The number of tweets users can read each day.
The number of cat videos users can post.
The number of hashtags users can use in a tweet.
The number of times users can change their profile picture.
In the digital soap opera of X (formerly Twitter), who did Elon Musk accuse of trying to "strangle" the platform? Screenshot: Tesla Owners Silicon Valley - X The White Supremacists' Web Warriors.
The Soros Cyber Squad.
The Anti-Defamation League's Digital Defenders.
The League of Extraordinary Keyboard Warriors.
According to Elon Musk, how many monthly users does Twitter/X have? Around 3.5 billion - As many as Microsoft's user count.
Over 2 billion - surpassing Facebook's user base.
Near 1 billion - About the number of stars Musk wants to visit.
550 million - About half of India's population.
In her own words, why did Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo close her Twitter/X account? Because she believed it had become a 'gigantic global sewer'.
To protest against the platform's 'ridiculous subscription fees'.
Due to a 'personal disagreement' with Elon Musk.
She was 'too busy learning to surf' for the 2024 Olympics.
What does the blue checkmark next to a user's name signify on X (formerly Twitter) as of early 2024? AI Illustration: Midjourney The user has undergone and passed a rigorous identity verification process.
The user definitely subscribed to a premium service, paying monthly fees for that coveted blue badge.
The user probably has a significant following or influence and received the blue checkmark for free as recognition from X.
It indicates the user is an undercover digital superhero, saving the online world one tweet at a time.
23 Tech Questions from 2023
Technology Quiz 2023
Round up the 2023 technology year with 23 trivia questions ripped from the headlines of the last 12 months. You can find answers in our Big 2022 Tech Quiz .
Which tech giant owns part of OpenAI? Google.
Amazon.
Microsoft.
Apple.
A chatbot service from Microsoft.
A personal assistant from Apple.
A personal assistant from Google.
A chatbot service from Google.
Which of these happened just hours before TikTok's CEO told Congress that China didn't influence his company? He met with Chinese officials at a secret location.
China's commerce ministry announced it opposes a TikTok sale.
TikTok announced a feature allowing China to monitor user activity.
China declared that TikTok was a front for Chinese espionage.
According to a leaked memo, only 6 months after its acquisition, what does Elon Musk value Twitter at? Twice what he paid.
$50 billion.
Half of what he paid.
$10 billion.
On March 29, 2023, Elon Musk and other tech luminaries signed a letter calling for what? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E A ban on all AI chatbots that flirt with humans.
A boycott of Google’s Bard, a rival service to ChatGPT.
A pause in developing AI systems more powerful than GPT-4.
A donation of $1 billion to the Future of Life Institute.
Where is Elon Musk building Tesla's new factory to make Megapacks, the huge batteries that can keep the lights on for thousands of homes? Monterrey, Mexico.
St. Petersburg, Russia.
Shanghai, China.
Atlantis, the Lost City.
Which US state became the first to pass a bill banning TikTok from app stores? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E “The Golden State”
“The Lone Star State”
“The Treasure State”
“The Free Peach State”
Netflix stopped mailing DVDs in what year? 2011, when Obama roasted Trump at the White House.
2018, the year Trump met with Kim Jong-un.
2023, the year Trump was arraigned in New York.
Never, and Trump will always be innocent.
What is Sam Altman's claim to fame? He invented Bard, a chatbot that writes poetry, code, and fake news.
He is the CEO of OpenAI, an artificial intelligence company that makes ChatGPT.
He is the Senator who opened a Senate hearing with ChatGPT-written remarks.
He is the president of Y Combinator, a bank that funds ChatGPT and other AI projects.
Which company became the first chipmaker to reach a $1tn valuation in May 2023, thanks to its dominance of the artificial intelligence market? Intel.
Nvidia.
AMD.
Chips Ahoy.
What does Apple call "the world's first spatial computer"? Image: Apple Its new smartwatch, Time Pro.
Its new electric car, Drive Pro.
Its new mixed reality headset, Vision Pro.
Its new coffee maker, Brew Pro.
Who is the billionaire tycoon behind Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume? Elon Musk, the eccentric Tesla and SpaceX CEO who loves tweeting about Dogecoin.
Changpeng Zhao, the Chinese-born Canadian coder who goes by CZ and faces charges from US regulators.
Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious and anonymous Bitcoin creator who has never been identified.
Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook founder who wants to launch his own digital currency called Metacoin.
What did AI do for the Beatles in 2023? It wrote an original song for them based on their previous lyrics.
It restored John Lennon's voice from an old demo so they could complete a song.
It created holograms of John Lennon and George Harrison for their reunion concert.
It sued them for using its music without permission.
Who's this guy who goes by the name xQc? A Canadian astronaut who landed on Mars.
A Twitch streamer who signed a $100 million deal.
A French rapper who won a Grammy.
A Chinese hacker who stole $1 billion in Bitcoin.
How Were Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk planning to work out their differences? Screenshot: BBC, Lex Fridman on YouTube By launching a joint venture to colonize Mars.
By fighting each other in a cage match.
By having a rap battle on TikTok.
By embarking on a couples therapy retreat.
What is the first flying car approved for testing by the US government? Screenshot: Alef Aeronautics The Wright Brothers’ Flyer.
Tesla model F.
Ford model D.
Alef model A.
What is this 'Threads' app Meta launched in July 2023? Screenshot: Meta A text-based conversation app linked to Instagram.
A virtual reality platform linked to Facebook.
An advanced AI that helps you choose your outfit.
An online dating app for sewing enthusiasts.
What's the deal with stablecoins in the crypto world? Image: Paypal A digital currency with a horse as its logo.
A digital currency that clings to assets like the US dollar or gold.
A digital coin that's always flat, making it ideal for coin flipping.
A cryptocurrency that's always in a stable emotional state, never experiencing FOMO.
Which feature of Huawei's new Mate 60 Pro has Uncle Sam raising an eyebrow? Its ultra-zoom camera spots a needle in a haystack.
Its advanced 7-nanometer chip that's tinier than a flea's sneeze.
Its battery lasts longer than most Hollywood marriages.
Its karaoke app that can make anyone sound like Beyoncé.
In Apple's iPhone 15 Pro models, which material replaces the good old stainless steel? Image: Apple Vibranium.
Titanium.
Unobtainium.
Recycled Soda Cans.
Who replaced Rupert Murdoch at Fox and News Corp. after his retirement? Lachlan Murdoch
James Murdoch
Elisabeth Murdoch
Prudence Murdoch
What's Anthropic's tech specialty? Teleportation devices.
Time travel simulations.
Advanced coffee brewing algorithms.
Generative AI.
WeWork stitched itself as what kind of company before unraveling into bankruptcy? AI Illustration: HowSmart.net and DALL-E A provider of flexible office spaces and co-working environments.
A global chain of artisanal coffee shops with a side hustle in real estate.
A pioneer in underwater basket weaving cooperatives.
A multinational corporation specializing in ponies' hair export.
Elon Musk Questions
Excellent trivia questions about the world’s wealthiest tech mogul. You can find answers in our Elon Musk Quiz .
True or False? Elon Musk fathered triplets in 2006. What’s Elon Musk’s Neuralink Corp? A satellite communication company.
A robotics company.
A social platform for non-humans.
A medical device company.
According to a leaked memo, only 6 months after its acquisition, what does Elon Musk value Twitter at? Twice what he paid.
$50 billion.
Half of what he paid.
$10 billion.
On March 29, 2023, Elon Musk and other tech luminaries signed a letter calling for what? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E A ban on all AI chatbots that flirt with humans.
A boycott of Google’s Bard, a rival service to ChatGPT.
A pause in developing AI systems more powerful than GPT-4.
A donation of $1 billion to the Future of Life Institute.
What is the name of Elon Musk's chatbot that he claims will be a "maximum truth-seeking AI"? TruthGPT.
OptimusGPT.
X-GPT.
ElonGPT.
What made Elon Musk lash out at George Soros on Twitter? Soros sold his Tesla stake.
Soros criticized Musk's Mars colonization plans.
Soros accused Musk of being a Russian spy.
Soros revealed that he is secretly a lizard person.
How Were Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk planning to work out their differences? Screenshot: BBC, Lex Fridman on YouTube By launching a joint venture to colonize Mars.
By fighting each other in a cage match.
By having a rap battle on TikTok.
By embarking on a couples therapy retreat.
What's Elon Musk's latest brainchild, known as xAI? It's the actual name he gave his newborn child.
A line of high-tech, self-lacing sneakers.
Tesla's humanoid AI robot department.
His new artificial intelligence venture.
What random event from Elon Musk's past delayed the Musk vs. Zuckerberg cage showdown, according to Musk? He sustained an injury during an exhibition sumo match.
He tripped over a SpaceX rocket model while giving a tour.
A rogue Tesla self-driving car ran over his foot during a product demo.
A Martian from his Mars colonization project gave him a surprise visit and a not-so-friendly handshake.
In the digital soap opera of X (formerly Twitter), who did Elon Musk accuse of trying to "strangle" the platform? Screenshot: Tesla Owners Silicon Valley - X The White Supremacists' Web Warriors.
The Soros Cyber Squad.
The Anti-Defamation League's Digital Defenders.
The League of Extraordinary Keyboard Warriors.
What's the no-nonsense title of the 2023 Elon Musk biography, crafted by Walter Isaacson? Image: Elon Musk book cover / Simon & Schuster "Elon Unplugged."
"Elon Musk."
"Musk: The Man, The Myth, The Meme."
"X-Man: The Untold Story of a Space Cowboy."
What cosmic name did Elon Musk bestow upon his 11th offspring? Techno "Tau" Mechanicus Musk.
Starship "SpaceX Jr." Musk.
X Æ A-13 "The Sequel" Musk.
Electric "EV Baby" Boogaloo Musk.
Which of these happened when Elon Musk tweeted his agreement with a statement accusing Jewish people of "hating white people"? Twitter/X's stock price skyrocketed.
Several major companies have paused their Twitter/X advertising.
Musk was invited to host a FOX News show about social media.
The tweet was nominated for a Social Media Diplomacy Award.
In this snapshot, where can we find Elon Musk making a somber visit? Searching for his lost car keys at SpaceX headquarters.
Visiting the Western Wall in Jerusalem, Israel.
Attending a Chabad function in Brooklyn, New York.
Paying his respects at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial in Poland.
22 Tech Questions from 2022
Technology Quiz 2022
Round up the 2022 technology year with 22 trivia questions ripped from the headlines of the last 12 months. You can find answers in our Big 2022 Tech Quiz .
What’s a radio altimeter? A sound condenser for radio transmitters.
An aircraft’s transmission equipment.
A Spotify podcast.
A radar that measures the altitude of an aircraft.
What is WeChat? The Chinese all-in-one mobile app.
Microsoft’s new messenger.
Apple’s rich texting service.
Google’s virtual meetings app.
What’s Wordle? A dictionary app.
A viral online wordplay game.
An anonymous messaging app.
A board game.
When were 3G networks first introduced in the US? What does it mean if your car has an adaptive driving beam (ADB) system? The wheel shakes if you change lanes without signaling.
The car can auto-park.
The car safely breaks on slippery roads.
The headlights don’t blind oncoming drivers.
Which social network bans users who "disparage, tarnish, or otherwise harm, in our opinion , us and/or the Site"? Twitter.
Trump’s Truth Social.
Twitch.
Telegram.
What’s Ukraine’s most popular messaging app? WhatsApp.
VKontakte.
Telegram.
Signal.
As of mid-March 2022, what’s Ukraine’s Most-Downloaded App? WhatsApp.
Telegram.
Elon Musk’s Starlink.
VKontakte.
Large-scale disruption of computer networks.
Creating a fake identity on social platforms.
Sending non-consensual explicit photos.
A deceptive message designed to trick a person into revealing sensitive information.
What are hypersonic missiles? Missiles that launch from submarines.
Missiles that issue electronic commands.
Missiles that fly at about 800 kilometers per hour (500 mph).
Missiles that fly at least 5 times the speed of sound.
What is the all-time best-selling video game globally? Grand Theft Auto V.
Minecraft.
Tetris.
Wii Sports.
Which government is estimated to own more than half of the world's surveillance cameras? The United Kingdom.
North Korea.
Russia.
China.
What's the common name for a completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart? Captcha.
reCAPTCHA.
Automatic Verification.
Bot scan.
In July 2022, Google announced it would automatically erase which user information? Visits to abortion clinics.
Pregnancy related searches.
Tracking cookies from pregnancy related websites.
Health related searches.
What does the new Facebook Feeds tab include? A news feed featuring posts selected by an algorithm.
A news feed featuring posts selected by professional journalists.
A chronological display of posts from Facebook friends.
Paid content only.
Which is the only company that offers a driverless taxi service? Lyft.
Waymo (owned by Alphabet).
Uber.
Intel.
What are LEO satellites? Image: Apple Low-earth orbit satellites.
Long-earth orbit satellites.
Lunar emission oval satellites.
Low-energy operational satellites.
What's Apple's iPhone's Lockdown Mode? Image: Apple A feature that entertains users under COVID-19 lockdown.
A feature for users whose iPhone was stolen.
A feature for users who face targeted spyware attacks.
The new name for Flight / Airplane Mode.
Google is the most popular domain in the world. What's the second most popular domain? Facebook.
TikTok.
Microsoft.
Apple.
In computers: What's an API? Application-programming interface.
Accomplishment profiling independence.
Acting portal inline.
App-person interaction.
What did Tesla nickname its humanoid AI robot? Image: Tesla Optimus.
Megatron.
Nemesis.
Galvatron.
What is the world's largest catalog of music? Apple Music.
YouTube Music.
Spotify.
Amazon Music.
Google Quiz Questions
These are our trivia questions about Google and other Alphabet companies. You can find answers in our Google quiz .
What does Sundar Pichai do for a living? Managing Alphabet.
Managing Alibaba.
Managing Lyft.
Leading Pakistan.
According to the US government, how much of the internet search does Google control? What’s the most-viewed YouTube video ever? Image: YouTube , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Baby Shark Dance.
Bath Song.
Masha and the Bear – Recipe for Disaster.
Gangnam Style.
In July 2022, Google announced it would automatically erase which user information? Visits to abortion clinics.
Pregnancy related searches.
Tracking cookies from pregnancy related websites.
Health related searches.
Which of these is a messaging app by Google? Google Hangouts.
Google Chat.
Google Messages.
All of the above and more.
Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
Sundar Pichai and Sam Altman.
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.
Bill Gates and Steve Jobs.
What is Google's Gemini? A new Android operating system.
A multimodal AI model.
A virtual reality gaming platform.
Google's first attempt at AI technology.
Why did Google temporarily halt its AI image generator, Gemini, from generating people soon after its launch? The AI was caught taking selfies to fill up its image database.
It mistakenly booked a one-way trip to Mars, leaving developers puzzled.
The AI developed a sudden passion for abstract art, refusing to generate realistic images.
Gemini overdiversified historical images, leading to inaccuracies.
What data was Google collecting while users browsed in "Incognito" mode on Chrome? Illustration: Midjourney Aggregated data on general browsing habits, not specific histories.
Your entire browsing history – every single site you visited.
No data at all – Incognito mode means total privacy, right?
Every failed attempt to spell "restaurant" correctly in the search bar.
When did Google launch its revolutionary email service, Gmail? AI Illustration: Midjourney April 1, 2000
January 1, 2004
April 1, 2004
April 1, 2010
Facebook Quiz Questions
These are the ultimate facebook trivia questions about the Meta-verse. You can find answers in our Facebook quiz .
Which company controls the Whatsapp app? Google
Meta
Amazon
Microsoft
Mark Zuckerberg dropped out of which school? Photo: Anthony Quintano / CC BY 2.0 Yale.
Stanford.
Harvard.
Princeton.
How many people around the world use Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp? The entire 7.9 billion population.
Less than 1 billion people.
Around 2 billion people.
More than 3.5 billion people.
What's the meaning of the word Metaverse? The concept of parallel universes.
An analogy.
Multiple fictional stories that occur in the same environment.
Virtual meeting spaces.
Who are the "Disinformation Dozen"? 12 people responsible for most of the anti-vaccine content on social media.
12 governments responsible for most of the fake content on social media.
12 organizations responsible for most of the hate speech on social media.
12 social media platforms responsible for most of the misinformation on the internet.
Facebook owner Meta Platforms has its first physical store. What does it sell? Virtual reality equipment.
Webcasting equipment.
Quantum computing equipment.
3D printers.
How much does a Meta Quest Pro headset cost?
What is this 'Threads' app Meta launched in July 2023? Screenshot: Meta A text-based conversation app linked to Instagram.
A virtual reality platform linked to Facebook.
An advanced AI that helps you choose your outfit.
An online dating app for sewing enthusiasts.
How old is Mark Zuckerberg? He is the same age as Musk, who is 47.
He is 13 years younger than Musk, who is 52 years old.
He is 13 years older than Musk, who is 39 years old.
They are both three years old.
What new feature is Instagram implementing to protect teens from sexual extortion? AI Illustration: DALL-E Automatic translation of threatening messages.
Auto-deletion of messages older than 24 hours.
Automatic blurring of nudity in direct messages.
Mandatory age verification for all users.
Apple Quiz Trivia Questions
Apple Quiz
Essential Apple trivia questions on Apple’s net worth, history, technology, and the latest iPhones. You can find answers on our Apple Quiz .
What's Apple Intelligence? Image: Apple A secret project to create humanoid robots
A new type of processor designed exclusively for gaming
A hacking group collecting secret information about Apple
A set of AI features integrated into Apple's operating systems
Why did Hugh Grant accuse Apple of "destroying the human experience"? The high price of the new iPad Pro.
An advertisement depicting a hydraulic press destroying creative tools.
Because of the company's ecological impact.
Due to the addictive nature of Apple's gadgets.
What does Apple recommend if your iPhone gets wet? AI Illustration: HowSmart.net and DALL-E Prepare rice as a side dish for your soggy iPhone.
Place it in a bag of rice, hoping for a miraculous recovery overnight.
Gently tap the phone to remove excess liquid and allow it to dry in an area with airflow.
Perform an ancient rain dance to reverse water damage.
When did Apple first use an iPhone to film and broadcast an entire keynote event? Image: Apple In 2015, during the introduction of the Apple Pencil for the iPad Pro.
In 2018, during the grand unveiling of the Apple Watch Series 4.
In 2023, at the "Scary Fast" event showcasing their newly introduced M3 chips.
Back in the 90s, when Steve Jobs introduced the iPod.
Why did Apple rush to release an update for iPhone 15? To add updated emojis to the texting app.
Because users wanted a brighter screen.
To fix a software bug causing the phone to overheat.
The iPhone 15 was locked and needed activation.
In Apple's iPhone 15 Pro models, which material replaces the good old stainless steel? Image: Apple Vibranium.
Titanium.
Unobtainium.
Recycled Soda Cans.
What does Apple call "the world's first spatial computer"? Image: Apple Its new smartwatch, Time Pro.
Its new electric car, Drive Pro.
Its new mixed reality headset, Vision Pro.
Its new coffee maker, Brew Pro.
What's Apple's iPhone's Lockdown Mode? Image: Apple A feature that entertains users under COVID-19 lockdown.
A feature for users whose iPhone was stolen.
A feature for users who face targeted spyware attacks.
The new name for Flight / Airplane Mode.
What's Apple's iPhone's Safety Check? Image: Apple A feature that removes malware from iPhones.
A feature for users at risk for domestic abuse.
A feature that sends an automatic distress signal.
A feature that scans the iPhone’s environment.
Which Apple iPhone models have an always-on display? Image: Apple All iPhones operating with iOS 16 and up.
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
All iPhone 14 models.
iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max.
What are LEO satellites? Image: Apple Low-earth orbit satellites.
Long-earth orbit satellites.
Lunar emission oval satellites.
Low-energy operational satellites.
What's the common name for a completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart? Captcha.
reCAPTCHA.
Automatic Verification.
Bot scan.
What did the Apple Pay Later service allow? Photo: Apple Four equal payments spread over six weeks.
Two equal payments spread over two weeks.
A four-week extension to fully pay for any purchase.
An eight-week extension to fully pay for apple products.
What makes the iPhone SE distinguishable from other iPhones? Image: Apple It's large in size.
A Touch ID home button.
It’s the most expensive model.
It uses solar charging.
Which cities were available at launch on Apple’s iPhone’s new IOS 15 3D Maps? Image: Apple All major UK cities.
All major US cities.
Only San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, and London.
All major US and UK cities.
What is Apple’s ProMotion? Image: Apple Apple’s new ad service.
iPhone 13’s new motion detector.
A new feature that allows the display to change its refresh rate.
Apple TV’s 1-year free subscription.
Why were Apple-AirTags pulled from sale by Australian office supply store chain Officeworks? Image: Apple.com Due to privacy concerns.
Due to environmental concerns.
Due to child safety concerns.
Because the product malfunctions.
What are AirTags? Image: Apple Bluetooth headphones.
A file sharing app.
A personal location device.
An air purifying technique.
What does Apple describe as the Ceramic Shield of the iPhone 12? Its new, tougher glass atop the display.
Its upgraded XDR display.
Its new line of silicone covers.
Its brand logo.
In what year was Apple inc founded?
2021 Science and Technology Trivia Quiz Questions
21 Carefully picked science and tech questions from our daily and weekly news quizzes in 2021. You can find answers on our Big 2021 Science and Technology Quiz .
What is Apple’s ProMotion? Image: Apple Apple’s new ad service.
iPhone 13’s new motion detector.
A new feature that allows the display to change its refresh rate.
Apple TV’s 1-year free subscription.
What is Nifty? A Chinese prenatal DNA test of women and fetuses.
The Indian stock market index.
A Japanese internet service provider.
All of the above.
A Chinese Covid-19 vaccine manufacturer.
China's public health authority.
Traditional Chinese medicine schools.
A Chinese Coronavirus research facility.
Which COVID-19 vaccine got the FDA’s full approval (as opposed to emergency approval) first? Photo: Lawrence Jackson , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Moderna’s.
Pfizer’s.
Oxford/AstraZeneca’s.
Johnson & Johnson’s.
Which of these crypto coins DOESN’T Paypal’s Checkout with Crypto allow? Dogecoin.
Bitcoin.
Litecoin.
Ethereum.
Who is Sarah Gilbert, who has a new Barbie doll made in her figure? Image: mattel.com Former Roseanne and Big Bang Theory actress.
Historic Olympic champion.
First woman on the moon.
Co-creator of the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine.
What is the Pegasus software? Image: Johannes Hevelius , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Government quality spyware.
Privately operated ransomware.
Malware protection software.
A VPN service.
What’s unique about this Amsterdam canal bridge? It’s the oldest pedestrian bridge in Amsterdam.
It was designed by Rembrandt.
It’s a present from France.
It’s a 3D-printed pedestrian bridge.
Who was the first person in history to take off in his own spaceship? Photo: 2021 (c) Virgin Galactic Elon Musk.
Jeff Bezos.
Richard Branson.
Alan Shepard.
How long did the Virgin Galactic July 2021 space flight take? Photo: Jason Vancil for Virgin Galactic, 2021 (c) Virgin Galactic 15 Seconds.
15 Minutes.
15 Hours.
15 Days.
Which Windows version did Microsoft dub "the last version of Windows"? Windows 11.
Windows 10.
Windows Me.
Windows Vista.
Which changes can you expect from the new Windows 11 OS? A new start-up sound.
A new logo.
A new "Widgets" feature.
All of the above, and more.
Jupiter's smallest moon.
Jupiter's largest moon.
One of Mars’s two moons.
Saturn’s largest moon.
According to Barack Obama, is there a lab where the US is keeping alien specimens and spaceships? Screenshot: The Late Late Show with James Corden Yes!
No.
When asked about it, he refuses to answer.
Where is Utopia Planitia? Photo: NASA , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons In the after life.
On Jupiter.
On Mars.
On Venus.
Why were Apple-AirTags pulled from sale by Australian office supply store chain Officeworks? Image: Apple.com Due to privacy concerns.
Due to environmental concerns.
Due to child safety concerns.
Because the product malfunctions.
Who are Michael Hopkins, Victor Glover, Shannon Walker, and Soichi Noguchi? Photo: NASA/Bill Ingalls , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons The first astronauts on SpaceX Crew Dragon.
The first astronauts on the International Space Station.
The first astronauts to reach Mars.
The first astronauts to perform a pre-dawn splashdown.
What are AirTags? Image: Apple Bluetooth headphones.
A file sharing app.
A personal location device.
An air purifying technique.
What is graphene? Image: Nothingserious , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons A type of nanomaterial.
A type of mineral.
A type of vinegar.
A font type.
What is the Ingenuity helicopter? Image: NASA/JPL-Caltech , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons A Chinese satellite.
The Israeli Unmanned space vehicle.
The Amazon drone service.
The first helicopter on Mars.
A CGI TV host.
A ‘Real Doll’.
A robot.
A new Disney princess in the making.
Crypto Quiz Trivia Questions
Essential Crypto Quiz trivia questions on one of 2021’s buzzwords of the year. You can find answers on our Crypto Trivia Quiz.
What's the deal with stablecoins in the crypto world? Image: Paypal A digital currency with a horse as its logo.
A digital currency that clings to assets like the US dollar or gold.
A digital coin that's always flat, making it ideal for coin flipping.
A cryptocurrency that's always in a stable emotional state, never experiencing FOMO.
Who is the billionaire tycoon behind Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume? Elon Musk, the eccentric Tesla and SpaceX CEO who loves tweeting about Dogecoin.
Changpeng Zhao, the Chinese-born Canadian coder who goes by CZ and faces charges from US regulators.
Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious and anonymous Bitcoin creator who has never been identified.
Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook founder who wants to launch his own digital currency called Metacoin.
According to court filings, why did FTX owner Sam Bankman Fried bribe Chinese officials? To get a Chinese official to teach him how to make dumplings.
To get a Chinese official to invest in his company.
To get his rival company’s trading accounts frozen.
To get his sister company’s trading accounts unfrozen.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Ethereum and stored indirectly on the blockchain.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Bitcoin and stored directly on the blockchain.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Dogecoin and stored directly on Elon Musk’s tweets.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Cardano and stored directly on Google servers.
What caused crypto exchange FTX's bankruptcy in 2022? A bank run.
A bull trap.
A credit crunch.
A Minsky moment.
Why did Damien Hirst burn artworks collectively worth almost £10 million? To protest against the war in Ukraine.
To warn against climate change.
To preserve the value of the artworks’ NFTs.
To make room for new artwork.
What's OpenSea? A cryptocurrency exchange company.
An image bank.
A marketplace for handmade and vintage items.
An NFT marketplace.
Which country is planning a city with no property, income, or municipal taxes and zero carbon dioxide emissions? El Salvador.
The Netherlands.
Finland.
The United States.
Bitcoin is the biggest cryptocurrency by market value. What is the second? Ethereum.
Binance.
Solana.
Dogecoin.
Which of these crypto coins DOESN’T Paypal’s Checkout with Crypto allow? Dogecoin.
Bitcoin.
Litecoin.
Ethereum.
A form of digital art.
A digital art piece with a unique sellable identity.
Neutrally Financed Tangible art.
Neural Funnel Tunnel art.
How did the first-ever authentic Banksy piece turn into an NFT art? It was animated into a gif-meme.
It was shredded and filmed.
It was burnt and filmed.
It was scanned into a 100Gb file.
Billionaires in Space Trivia Quiz Questions
10 Space-tourism-related questions. You can find answers on our Billionaires in Space Quiz .
How old is William Shatner in 2021? Blue Origin’s New Shepard is named after whom? America’s first astronaut.
The main character of the Mass Effect video games.
A character in the Marvel Comics Universe.
A character from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.
Which records did Jeff Bezos’ space flight break? The first private space flight.
The youngest and oldest people to ever fly in space.
Only the oldest person to ever fly in space.
The first fully automatic space flight.
According to billionaire Jeff Bezos, who paid for his space adventure? Every Amazon employee, and every Amazon customer.
He said he did it on his own.
The American taxpayer.
Every citizen on earth.
With which company does billionaire Elon Musk plan to take his first space trip? Branson’s Virgin Galactic.
Bezos’ Blue Origin.
His own SpaceX.
Musk isn’t flying to space.
How much does a ticket to space cost on Virgin Galactic? Photo: Virgin Galactic $250,000.
$2,500,000.
$25,000,000.
$250,000,000.
Who was the first septuagenarian to go into space? Richard Branson.
Alan Shepard.
Buzz Aldrin.
John Glenn.
Who was the first person in history to take off in his own spaceship? Photo: 2021 (c) Virgin Galactic Elon Musk.
Jeff Bezos.
Richard Branson.
Alan Shepard.
How long did the Virgin Galactic July 2021 space flight take? Photo: Jason Vancil for Virgin Galactic, 2021 (c) Virgin Galactic 15 Seconds.
15 Minutes.
15 Hours.
15 Days.
Where is Spaceport America base located? Photo: Quinn Tucker for Virgin Galactic, 2020 (c) Virgin Galactic Near Truth or Consequences, New Mexico.
Near Truth or Dare, New Mexico.
Near Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Near Mojave, California.
Windows 11 Trivia Quiz Questions
What to expect from the new Windows OS, and how many people use Windows worldwide? You can find answers in our Windows 11 Quiz .
Which mobile platform’s apps will Windows 11 users be able to access? Image: Microsoft IOS.
Windows Phone.
Chrome OS.
Android.
What does Windows 11 upgrade cost for Windows 10 users? Image: Microsoft. It’s free.
$10.
$50.
There is no upgrade available.
Which Windows version did Microsoft dub "the last version of Windows"? Windows 11.
Windows 10.
Windows Me.
Windows Vista.
When will Microsoft be ending support for Windows 10?
How many people worldwide use the Windows operating system in 2021? 130 million.
1.3 billion.
13 billion.
26 billion.
In which Windows version did Microsoft introduce the Start button? Windows 3.1.
Windows 95.
Windows 98.
Windows Vista.
Which changes can you expect from the new Windows 11 OS? A new start-up sound.
A new logo.
A new "Widgets" feature.
All of the above, and more.
What happens to the Start button on Windows 11? It is centered.
It’s where it’s always been.
Windows 11 doesn’t have a Start button.
It is now called the “Kick off” button.
The Trillion Dollar Quiz Questions
How many zeros are in a trillion? How many trillionaires live in the world? And who’s the wealthiest person on earth? You can find answers in our Trillion Dollar Quiz .
What year saw Tesla break the $1 trillion market worth barrier?
How many trillionaires live in the world? Photo: US Secretary of Defense How many billions in a $1 trillion?
Which of these companies are worth over $2 trillion? Apple Inc. and Amazon.
Apple Inc. and Microsoft.
Amazon and Alphabet Inc.
Alphabet Inc. and Facebook.
How many zeros in a trillion (in the UK/US English meaning)?
iPhone 12 Essential Quiz
Photo: Apple Inc
5 Essential iPhone 12 questions. You can find answers in our iPhone 12 quiz.
The iPhone 12 Pro models come with a LiDAR scanner. What is that? Lie Detector Advanced Receptor.
Light Detection and Ranging.
Linear Dual Augmented Reality.
Lifetime Durability.
How many cameras do the iPhone 12 Pro models have on their backs?
The new iPhone 12 comes in a colorful pallet. What color DOESN’T the new iPhone come with? Image: Apple Inc
What does Apple describe as the Ceramic Shield of the iPhone 12? Its new, tougher glass atop the display.
Its upgraded XDR display.
Its new line of silicone covers.
Its brand logo.
What’s NOT in the new Apple iPhone 12 box? Adapter.
Headphones.
Airpods.
All of the above.
2020 Business and Tech Quiz
12 Business and Tech related Questions from 2020. You can find answers in our 2020 Tech Quiz .
Which streaming app won both Google Play User Choice App for 2020 and Apple TV App of the Year? Netflix
HBO Max
Disney+
Amazon Prime
Joe Biden announced Janet Yellen as his treasury secretary nominee. What was her job between 2014 and 2018? Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Delaware treasury secretary.
Chair of Goldman Sachs.
Biden’s press secretary.
In 2020, who was the world’s wealthiest man? Photos: The White House Microsoft founder, Bill Gates.
Tesla and SpaceX founder, Elon Musk.
Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.
What’s the name of SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft in use on NASA’s first full-fledged mission on a privately-owned space taxi? Photo: NASA Resilience
Durability
Permanence
Serenity
According to the US government, how much of the internet search does Google control?
The iPhone 12 Pro models come with a LiDAR scanner. What is that? Lie Detector Advanced Receptor.
Light Detection and Ranging.
Linear Dual Augmented Reality.
Lifetime Durability.
What does Apple describe as the Ceramic Shield of the iPhone 12? Its new, tougher glass atop the display.
Its upgraded XDR display.
Its new line of silicone covers.
Its brand logo.
According to the New York Times report, President Trump paid a mere $750 in income taxes in the US in both 2016 and 2017. How much did Trump say he spent on the first presidential debate of 2020?
$32 Million.
$27 Million.
Millions.
He said he couldn’t remember.
According to the president’s tax reports, how much did he earn since 2010 on his golf course businesses? Over $300 Million.
Zero.
He lost over $300 Million.
He doesn’t own any golf courses.
Out of the $95 million in federal taxes President Trump paid in the last 18 years, how much did he receive back in tax returns he claimed? $72.9 million.
$47.5 million.
$23.8 million.
None.
Which company produces this console? Nintendo
Sony
Microsoft
Apple
What does this impressive woman do for a living? Photo: Steve Fecht for General Motors Heading NASCAR
Managing General Motors
Managing Google
Leading Germany
A Big Fat List of Technology Trivia Quiz Questions
Here’s our ultimate list of technology questions.
How many people around the world use Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp? The entire 7.9 billion population.
Less than 1 billion people.
Around 2 billion people.
More than 3.5 billion people.
What's the meaning of the word Metaverse? The concept of parallel universes.
An analogy.
Multiple fictional stories that occur in the same environment.
Virtual meeting spaces.
Who are the "Disinformation Dozen"? 12 people responsible for most of the anti-vaccine content on social media.
12 governments responsible for most of the fake content on social media.
12 organizations responsible for most of the hate speech on social media.
12 social media platforms responsible for most of the misinformation on the internet.
Facebook whistleblower.
Head of Facebook’s Oversight Board.
Head of the Disinformation Dozen.
Facebook’s Chief Operating Officer.
What is Twitter Blue? Social media related depression.
Jack Dorsey’s Twitter handle.
The company’s account verification service.
The company’s subscription service.
How did Adele's album "30" change Spotify? Screenshot: CBS Mornings Spotify shut down on the day “30” was released.
Spotify started charging extra for Adele recordings.
Spotify has removed the shuffle button from album pages.
Spotify has limited the number of times an album can be played.
Who is Parag Agrawal? Photo: Twitter Twitter CEO.
Twitter CTO.
Alphabet CEO.
Amazon CEO.
A Remote Code Execution vulnerability.
A testing framework for Java programs.
A Java library to serialize and deserialize Java objects.
The Apache servers’ Java-logging library.
Which of these games was available on the first Nintendo console in the US in 1985? Super Mario Bros.
King Kong.
Tetris.
Pokémon.
A BlackBerry.
A PalmPilot.
A Kindle.
A StarTAC.
What’s a radio altimeter? A sound condenser for radio transmitters.
An aircraft’s transmission equipment.
A Spotify podcast.
A radar that measures the altitude of an aircraft.
What is WeChat? The Chinese all-in-one mobile app.
Microsoft’s new messenger.
Apple’s rich texting service.
Google’s virtual meetings app.
What’s Wordle? A dictionary app.
A viral online wordplay game.
An anonymous messaging app.
A board game.
Coach and speaker, known for his infomercials and self-help books.
Billionaire and advisor to former President Donald Trump.
Former American football quarterback.
New York’s ex-governor.
When were 3G networks first introduced in the US? What does it mean if your car has an adaptive driving beam (ADB) system? The wheel shakes if you change lanes without signaling.
The car can auto-park.
The car safely breaks on slippery roads.
The headlights don’t blind oncoming drivers.
Which social network bans users who "disparage, tarnish, or otherwise harm, in our opinion , us and/or the Site"? Twitter.
Trump’s Truth Social.
Twitch.
Telegram.
What’s the Stem Player? Screenshot: Stemplayer.com Kanye West’s video app.
Kanye West’s gaming device.
Kanye West’s streaming music device.
Kanye West’s philanthropic fund.
What’s Ukraine’s most popular messaging app? WhatsApp.
VKontakte.
Telegram.
Signal.
What makes the iPhone SE distinguishable from other iPhones? Image: Apple It's large in size.
A Touch ID home button.
It’s the most expensive model.
It uses solar charging.
As of mid-March 2022, what’s Ukraine’s Most-Downloaded App? WhatsApp.
Telegram.
Elon Musk’s Starlink.
VKontakte.
Large-scale disruption of computer networks.
Creating a fake identity on social platforms.
Sending non-consensual explicit photos.
A deceptive message designed to trick a person into revealing sensitive information.
What are hypersonic missiles? Missiles that launch from submarines.
Missiles that issue electronic commands.
Missiles that fly at about 800 kilometers per hour (500 mph).
Missiles that fly at least 5 times the speed of sound.
Facebook owner Meta Platforms has its first physical store. What does it sell? Virtual reality equipment.
Webcasting equipment.
Quantum computing equipment.
3D printers.
More than 750 Tesla owners have complained to US safety regulators about what? Photo: Courtesy of Tesla Phantom braking.
Stock dropping.
Their Tesla car is too wide for narrow roads.
Their Tesla car costs too much.
What's OpenSea? A cryptocurrency exchange company.
An image bank.
A marketplace for handmade and vintage items.
An NFT marketplace.
What is the all-time best-selling video game globally? Grand Theft Auto V.
Minecraft.
Tetris.
Wii Sports.
Which government is estimated to own more than half of the world's surveillance cameras? The United Kingdom.
North Korea.
Russia.
China.
What's the common name for a completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart? Captcha.
reCAPTCHA.
Automatic Verification.
Bot scan.
In July 2022, Google announced it would automatically erase which user information? Visits to abortion clinics.
Pregnancy related searches.
Tracking cookies from pregnancy related websites.
Health related searches.
What does the new Facebook Feeds tab include? A news feed featuring posts selected by an algorithm.
A news feed featuring posts selected by professional journalists.
A chronological display of posts from Facebook friends.
Paid content only.
Which is the only company that offers a driverless taxi service? Lyft.
Waymo (owned by Alphabet).
Uber.
Intel.
What are LEO satellites? Image: Apple Low-earth orbit satellites.
Long-earth orbit satellites.
Lunar emission oval satellites.
Low-energy operational satellites.
Which Apple iPhone models have an always-on display? Image: Apple All iPhones operating with iOS 16 and up.
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
All iPhone 14 models.
iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max.
What's Apple's iPhone's Safety Check? Image: Apple A feature that removes malware from iPhones.
A feature for users at risk for domestic abuse.
A feature that sends an automatic distress signal.
A feature that scans the iPhone’s environment.
What's Apple's iPhone's Lockdown Mode? Image: Apple A feature that entertains users under COVID-19 lockdown.
A feature for users whose iPhone was stolen.
A feature for users who face targeted spyware attacks.
The new name for Flight / Airplane Mode.
Google is the most popular domain in the world. What's the second most popular domain? Facebook.
TikTok.
Microsoft.
Apple.
In computers: What's an API? Application-programming interface.
Accomplishment profiling independence.
Acting portal inline.
App-person interaction.
What did Tesla nickname its humanoid AI robot? Image: Tesla Optimus.
Megatron.
Nemesis.
Galvatron.
What is the world's largest catalog of music? Apple Music.
YouTube Music.
Spotify.
Amazon Music.
How much does a Meta Quest Pro headset cost? Which of these happened within 12 hours of Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter? Donald Trump returned to Twitter.
Use of the n-word on Twitter shot up by 500%.
Twitter changed its moderation rules.
The platform went offline.
Which of these is a messaging app by Google? Google Hangouts.
Google Chat.
Google Messages.
All of the above and more.
What Is Mastodon? A Google search alternative.
A Netflix alternative.
A Methadone alternative.
A Twitter alternative.
In ancient Greek mythology, Artemis is what? The goddess of wisdom, warfare, and handicraft.
The goddess of love and lust.
The goddess of hunting, nature, and child care.
The queen of the underworld.
Effective Nov. 23, 2022, Twitter is no longer enforcing which policy? Image: HowSmart.net using Dall-E Its hateful conduct policy.
Its private information policy.
Its COVID-19 misleading information policy.
Its civic Integrity policy.
What’s Elon Musk’s Neuralink Corp? A satellite communication company.
A robotics company.
A social platform for non-humans.
A medical device company.
What is ChatGPT? Image: HowSmart.net using OpenAI’s DALL·E A chatbot that tells bad jokes.
A chatbot that uses the GPT-3 language model to generate responses.
A chatbot that only talks about gossip.
A chatbot that helps users plan their day.
At least nine US states, including Texas, prohibit what app on state government devices and computer networks? Image: HowSmart.net using OpenAI’s DALL·E WhatsApp.
Twitter.
Instagram.
TikTok.
Which tech giant owns part of OpenAI? Google.
Amazon.
Microsoft.
Apple.
Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
Sundar Pichai and Sam Altman.
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.
Bill Gates and Steve Jobs.
A chatbot service from Microsoft.
A personal assistant from Apple.
A personal assistant from Google.
A chatbot service from Google.
What is "prebunking"? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E Teaching people how to spot false claims before they encounter them.
The act of fact-checking misinformation after it has already been spread.
The process of creating false claims before encountering true information.
A method for tech companies to avoid touchy topics that are easily politicized.
What is Meta Verified? A social media platform for verified users.
A paid service that offers blue check marks to users.
A feature that allows users to share verified content with others.
A type of cryptocurrency for verified users.
How many people use TikTok in the EU? 12.5 million.
125 million.
1.25 billion.
None. They are all too busy with Eurovision.
Who’s in the picture? Screenshot: YouTube An AI-generated persona pushing malware.
A legitimate YouTube tutorial presenter.
An Oscars red carpet interview.
A deepfake of Elon Musk.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Ethereum and stored indirectly on the blockchain.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Bitcoin and stored directly on the blockchain.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Dogecoin and stored directly on Elon Musk’s tweets.
A new type of NFTs that are based on Cardano and stored directly on Google servers.
What is the most notable difference between ChatGPT's version 4 and GPT-3.5? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E GPT-4 can respond to images and videos, while GPT-3 can only handle text.
GPT-4 has a sense of humor, while GPT-3 is always serious.
GPT-4 can pass the Turing test, while GPT-3 fails miserably.
GPT-4 is powered by solar energy, while GPT-3 runs on coal.
What were the first decisions made by YouTube's Chief Executive Neal Mohan? To launch YouTube Shorts and eliminate misinformation on the platform.
To allow creators to use other people's content without permission and to yank YouTube Music.
To allow creators to use copyrighted music without permission and to allow Ye back.
To allow creators to use swear words at the start of a video and profit off it, and to allow Trump back.
What's the key difference between Google's Bard and Microsoft's Bing? Image: Google Bard is a search engine, while Bing is a chatbot.
Bard is a recommendation engine, while Bing is a search engine.
Bard is trained to be informative and comprehensive, while Bing is better at searching.
Bard is a recommendation engine, while Bing is a conversational AI.
Which of these happened just hours before TikTok's CEO told Congress that China didn't influence his company? He met with Chinese officials at a secret location.
China's commerce ministry announced it opposes a TikTok sale.
TikTok announced a feature allowing China to monitor user activity.
China declared that TikTok was a front for Chinese espionage.
According to a leaked memo, only 6 months after its acquisition, what does Elon Musk value Twitter at? Twice what he paid.
$50 billion.
Half of what he paid.
$10 billion.
On March 29, 2023, Elon Musk and other tech luminaries signed a letter calling for what? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E A ban on all AI chatbots that flirt with humans.
A boycott of Google’s Bard, a rival service to ChatGPT.
A pause in developing AI systems more powerful than GPT-4.
A donation of $1 billion to the Future of Life Institute.
Which US state became the first to pass a bill banning TikTok from app stores? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E “The Golden State”
“The Lone Star State”
“The Treasure State”
“The Free Peach State”
What is the name of Elon Musk's chatbot that he claims will be a "maximum truth-seeking AI"? TruthGPT.
OptimusGPT.
X-GPT.
ElonGPT.
What makes Linda Yaccarino a trailblazer as Twitter's new CEO? Screenshot: NBCUniversal She is the first woman to lead the social media giant.
She is the first Indian-born executive to join Twitter.
She is the first CEO to clash publicly with Elon Musk.
She is the first CEO to ban political ads on Twitter.
What did Twitter do in Turkey before the presidential election? It blocked all tweets criticizing Erdogan’s mustache.
It endorsed Kilicdaroglu as the best candidate for Turkey.
It restricted access to some content in response to a legal process.
It changed its logo to a Turkish flag with a bird on it.
What is Sam Altman's claim to fame? He invented Bard, a chatbot that writes poetry, code, and fake news.
He is the CEO of OpenAI, an artificial intelligence company that makes ChatGPT.
He is the Senator who opened a Senate hearing with ChatGPT-written remarks.
He is the president of Y Combinator, a bank that funds ChatGPT and other AI projects.
What was Elizabeth Holmes' famous scam? Inventing a device that turns water into wine.
Lying about being related to Sherlock Holmes.
Pretending to be the next Steve Jobs by wearing black turtlenecks and dropping out of Stanford.
Selling fake blood tests that claimed to detect hundreds of diseases with a finger prick.
Which company became the first chipmaker to reach a $1tn valuation in May 2023, thanks to its dominance of the artificial intelligence market? Intel.
Nvidia.
AMD.
Chips Ahoy.
Which statement is true about YouTube's policy change on election misinformation? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E YouTube will only allow content verified by independent fact-checkers or government agencies.
YouTube will ban any content that supports former President Trump or his election fraud claims.
YouTube will remove any content that questions the legitimacy of the 2020 election or future US or abroad elections.
YouTube will allow content that claims fraud, errors, or glitches occurred in the 2020 and past US presidential elections.
What does Apple call "the world's first spatial computer"? Image: Apple Its new smartwatch, Time Pro.
Its new electric car, Drive Pro.
Its new mixed reality headset, Vision Pro.
Its new coffee maker, Brew Pro.
Who is the billionaire tycoon behind Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume? Elon Musk, the eccentric Tesla and SpaceX CEO who loves tweeting about Dogecoin.
Changpeng Zhao, the Chinese-born Canadian coder who goes by CZ and faces charges from US regulators.
Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious and anonymous Bitcoin creator who has never been identified.
Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook founder who wants to launch his own digital currency called Metacoin.
What did AI do for the Beatles in 2023? It wrote an original song for them based on their previous lyrics.
It restored John Lennon's voice from an old demo so they could complete a song.
It created holograms of John Lennon and George Harrison for their reunion concert.
It sued them for using its music without permission.
Why were images of John Oliver the only pictures uploaded to Reddit's most popular picture channels in mid-June 2023? John Oliver paid Reddit to promote his show.
Reddit users protested John Oliver and his witty jokes.
John Oliver hacked Reddit and replaced all images with his face.
Reddit moderators went on strike and posted John Oliver as a protest.
What does the first lab-grown meat approved for sale in the US taste like? It tastes like beef because it is made from cattle stem cells.
It tastes like chicken because it is chicken.
It tastes like tofu because it is mostly soy protein.
It tastes like a victory because it is a triumph of science over nature.
How Were Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk planning to work out their differences? Screenshot: BBC, Lex Fridman on YouTube By launching a joint venture to colonize Mars.
By fighting each other in a cage match.
By having a rap battle on TikTok.
By embarking on a couples therapy retreat.
What did Twitter, under Elon Musk's watchful eye, decide to limit starting July 1, 2023? Illustration: HowSmart.net & DALL-E The number of tweets users can read each day.
The number of cat videos users can post.
The number of hashtags users can use in a tweet.
The number of times users can change their profile picture.
What is the first flying car approved for testing by the US government? Screenshot: Alef Aeronautics The Wright Brothers’ Flyer.
Tesla model F.
Ford model D.
Alef model A.
What is this 'Threads' app Meta launched in July 2023? Screenshot: Meta A text-based conversation app linked to Instagram.
A virtual reality platform linked to Facebook.
An advanced AI that helps you choose your outfit.
An online dating app for sewing enthusiasts.
Which organization hosted the world's first news conference with humanoid robots? Tesla’s International Teleportation Unit (ITU).
The UN’s International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
The UN’s World Health Organization (WHO).
The International Space Station (ISS).
What's Elon Musk's latest brainchild, known as xAI? It's the actual name he gave his newborn child.
A line of high-tech, self-lacing sneakers.
Tesla's humanoid AI robot department.
His new artificial intelligence venture.
What's the grand vision behind Sam Altman's shiny Worldcoin orbs? To launch an innovative line of futuristic virtual parties.
To create a global bowling league with orbs as balls.
To scan the irises of every cat on the planet.
To establish a unique digital ID for every human on Earth.
What random event from Elon Musk's past delayed the Musk vs. Zuckerberg cage showdown, according to Musk? He sustained an injury during an exhibition sumo match.
He tripped over a SpaceX rocket model while giving a tour.
A rogue Tesla self-driving car ran over his foot during a product demo.
A Martian from his Mars colonization project gave him a surprise visit and a not-so-friendly handshake.
What's the deal with stablecoins in the crypto world? Image: Paypal A digital currency with a horse as its logo.
A digital currency that clings to assets like the US dollar or gold.
A digital coin that's always flat, making it ideal for coin flipping.
A cryptocurrency that's always in a stable emotional state, never experiencing FOMO.
Why did the judge send FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried on an unexpected 'vacation' in jail before his trial? He tried to pay bail in Bitcoin.
He shared secret cryptocurrency codes.
He was found doing the cha-cha slide in court.
He was suspected of giving witnesses a bit of a 'nudge.'
Who or what is Ernie Bot making waves in the tech world in 2023? China's latest AI-powered fortune teller.
China's AI chatbot sensation.
The latest dance sensation sweeping across Beijing.
A robotic pet duck that quacks in Mandarin.
In the digital soap opera of X (formerly Twitter), who did Elon Musk accuse of trying to "strangle" the platform? Screenshot: Tesla Owners Silicon Valley - X The White Supremacists' Web Warriors.
The Soros Cyber Squad.
The Anti-Defamation League's Digital Defenders.
The League of Extraordinary Keyboard Warriors.
Which feature of Huawei's new Mate 60 Pro has Uncle Sam raising an eyebrow? Its ultra-zoom camera spots a needle in a haystack.
Its advanced 7-nanometer chip that's tinier than a flea's sneeze.
Its battery lasts longer than most Hollywood marriages.
Its karaoke app that can make anyone sound like Beyoncé.
What cosmic name did Elon Musk bestow upon his 11th offspring? Techno "Tau" Mechanicus Musk.
Starship "SpaceX Jr." Musk.
X Æ A-13 "The Sequel" Musk.
Electric "EV Baby" Boogaloo Musk.
In Apple's iPhone 15 Pro models, which material replaces the good old stainless steel? Image: Apple Vibranium.
Titanium.
Unobtainium.
Recycled Soda Cans.
In Sept. 2023, what did US Military officials turn to the public for assistance in finding? Their lost sense of direction.
Finding new recruits.
A misplaced nuclear launch code.
A stealthy F-35B Lightning II jet.
According to Elon Musk, how many monthly users does Twitter/X have? Around 3.5 billion - As many as Microsoft's user count.
Over 2 billion - surpassing Facebook's user base.
Near 1 billion - About the number of stars Musk wants to visit.
550 million - About half of India's population.
What's the newly added "Check In" feature in iOS 17? Image: Apple A safety feature that lets you share your whereabouts with chosen contacts.
A feature that lets you check the battery health of all your Apple devices.
A way to virtually check into your favorite cafes and earn loyalty points.
Apple's new dating app – because why not venture into love?
What feature in Google's Bard allows users to verify the chatbot's answers against web content? Check It
Verify Now
Web Check
Google It
What's Anthropic's tech specialty? Teleportation devices.
Time travel simulations.
Advanced coffee brewing algorithms.
Generative AI.
Why did Apple rush to release an update for iPhone 15? To add updated emojis to the texting app.
Because users wanted a brighter screen.
To fix a software bug causing the phone to overheat.
The iPhone 15 was locked and needed activation.
What's Amazon's Project Kuiper? A new Amazon warehouse on the moon.
Amazon's endeavor to provide global internet coverage.
Amazon's new satellite dishware line.
Jeff Bezos' new Kuiper Belt exploration mission.
What accurately describes the European Digital Services Act (DSA)? A fashion guideline for digital influencers in the EU.
A culinary guideline for digital restaurant takeaways in Europe.
A law that allows digital platforms to publish misinformation only from trusted sources.
A law that obligates digital platforms to implement measures addressing risks to public security and civic discourse.
When did Apple first use an iPhone to film and broadcast an entire keynote event? Image: Apple In 2015, during the introduction of the Apple Pencil for the iPad Pro.
In 2018, during the grand unveiling of the Apple Watch Series 4.
In 2023, at the "Scary Fast" event showcasing their newly introduced M3 chips.
Back in the 90s, when Steve Jobs introduced the iPod.
In the latest twist of Silicon Valley's AI soap opera, where is Sam Altman, the ousted CEO of OpenAI, setting up his new tech fortress? Screenshot: OpenAI - YouTube He swiftly returned to OpenAI.
Leading Microsoft's advanced AI research team.
Overseeing Google's chatbot, Bard.
Teaching philosophy to robots at MIT.
In her own words, why did Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo close her Twitter/X account? Because she believed it had become a 'gigantic global sewer'.
To protest against the platform's 'ridiculous subscription fees'.
Due to a 'personal disagreement' with Elon Musk.
She was 'too busy learning to surf' for the 2024 Olympics.
What is Google's Gemini? A new Android operating system.
A multimodal AI model.
A virtual reality gaming platform.
Google's first attempt at AI technology.
Elon Musk's latest Mars Rover prototype.
A James Bond movie prop.
The Cybertruck, Tesla's latest electric pickup truck.
A DIY stainless steel origami project gone wrong.
What is the EU's AI Act all about? AI Illustration: HowSmart.net and MidJourny A Eurovision song contest exclusively for AI-generated music.
A program to train AI to make better companions for humans.
A comprehensive set of rules to regulate artificial intelligence in the EU.
An initiative to replace all EU regulators with AI by 2025.
Why did Apple pause sales of its Series 9 and Ultra 2 smartwatches in the United States before Christmas 2023? To update the software for a surprise New Year's feature.
Due to a patent dispute over the blood oxygen feature.
As part of a marketing strategy to boost post-holiday sales.
Because the watches accidentally time-traveled to 2024.
Which passenger aircraft was grounded twice by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), first in 2020 and again in 2024? Boeing 737 MAX 9
Airbus A380 Superjumbo
Boeing 747-4
The Time-Traveling DeLorean DMC-12.
What is Astrobotic Technology known for? A startup that creates robotic pets for lonely astronauts.
The company that built the Peregrine lunar lander.
A trendy tech boutique selling space-themed gadgets.
The first space tourism fast-food chain.
What challenge do Tesla vehicles face in extreme cold weather conditions? The autopilot feature becomes more sensitive to road conditions.
The internal heating system stops functioning properly.
The battery range is reduced, and charging becomes slower.
They automatically reroute to the nearest coffee shop for a warm-up.
In this snapshot, where can we find Elon Musk making a somber visit? Searching for his lost car keys at SpaceX headquarters.
Visiting the Western Wall in Jerusalem, Israel.
Attending a Chabad function in Brooklyn, New York.
Paying his respects at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial in Poland.
A fancy French restaurant Google opened in Silicon Valley.
Google's latest Android operating system, named after a French filmmaker.
A new Google search engine designed for virtual reality.
Google's AI model that generates high-definition videos from text prompts.
Elon Musk's Neuralink has made a groundbreaking advancement by inserting its chip into a human. But where was this chip implanted? In the Brain
In the Heart
In the Nose
In the Fingertips
The Samsung Galaxy S24 boasts some nifty AI capabilities, but do you know which AI chatbot it integrates with for an enhanced user experience? Siri – For those who want to keep it classic!
ChatGPT – The pioneering AI Chatbot.
Ernie – Breaking language barriers, one chat at a time.
BARD – Google's AI Chatot.
What does the name "Sora," given to OpenAI's new AI video generator, mean? A mythical bird known for its intelligence and creativity.
A rare crystal type used in advanced computing.
The name of the first AI to pass the Turing test.
The Japanese word for "sky."
Why did the EU open an official investigation into TikTok in Feb. 2024? TikTok possibly breaching online content rules to protect minors and ensure transparency.
TikTok possibly breaching online privacy rules through its China connection.
The platform's innovative recipe videos causing a continent-wide avocado shortage.
TikTok's excessive use of cute animal videos leading to productivity drops across Europe.
How do Tesla Cybertrucks react to rain? They transform into boats, proving Elon Musk's innovation promise.
Small, orange rust spots may appear, likely due to surface contamination.
The paint changes color to protect itself, showcasing Tesla's advanced tech.
They play "Singing in the Rain" through external speakers, bringing joy to gloomy weather.
What does Apple recommend if your iPhone gets wet? AI Illustration: HowSmart.net and DALL-E Prepare rice as a side dish for your soggy iPhone.
Place it in a bag of rice, hoping for a miraculous recovery overnight.
Gently tap the phone to remove excess liquid and allow it to dry in an area with airflow.
Perform an ancient rain dance to reverse water damage.
Why did Google temporarily halt its AI image generator, Gemini, from generating people soon after its launch? The AI was caught taking selfies to fill up its image database.
It mistakenly booked a one-way trip to Mars, leaving developers puzzled.
The AI developed a sudden passion for abstract art, refusing to generate realistic images.
Gemini overdiversified historical images, leading to inaccuracies.
What sets the Samsung Galaxy Ring apart from other wearable technology? It's designed for sleep and fitness tracking with a focus on heart rate, movement, and breathing.
It's the first ring that doubles as a miniature smartphone, complete with a tiny screen for texting.
It includes a built-in AI assistant that whispers motivational quotes to you throughout the day.
It's a fashion accessory that changes color to match your outfit automatically.
What was a significant component of Sam Bankman-Fried's sentencing for FTX crimes? Screenshot: Bloomberg Markets and Finance - YouTube He was ordered to perform 11 billion hours of community service.
He must pay more than $11 billion in damages.
He was granted immunity in exchange for information on other crypto frauds.
He received a lifetime supply of vegan snacks as part of his prison meal plan.
Why has OpenAI decided not to release its Voice Engine technology to the public? AI Illustration: Midjourny They lost the source code.
The technology can only produce voices in Esperanto.
Concerns about the potential for misuse and misinformation.
The AI only occasionally generates voiceovers with a racist element.
What data was Google collecting while users browsed in "Incognito" mode on Chrome? Illustration: Midjourney Aggregated data on general browsing habits, not specific histories.
Your entire browsing history – every single site you visited.
No data at all – Incognito mode means total privacy, right?
Every failed attempt to spell "restaurant" correctly in the search bar.
When did Google launch its revolutionary email service, Gmail? AI Illustration: Midjourney April 1, 2000
January 1, 2004
April 1, 2004
April 1, 2010
According to a 2024 law, what must TikTok do to avoid an American ban? AI Illustration: DALL-E Sell the company to US-based investors within one year.
Prove that it does not store US user data.
Increase transparency with US regulators about content algorithms.
Host a nationwide dance-off competition.
What does the blue checkmark next to a user's name signify on X (formerly Twitter) as of early 2024? AI Illustration: Midjourney The user has undergone and passed a rigorous identity verification process.
The user definitely subscribed to a premium service, paying monthly fees for that coveted blue badge.
The user probably has a significant following or influence and received the blue checkmark for free as recognition from X.
It indicates the user is an undercover digital superhero, saving the online world one tweet at a time.
What new feature is Instagram implementing to protect teens from sexual extortion? AI Illustration: DALL-E Automatic translation of threatening messages.
Auto-deletion of messages older than 24 hours.
Automatic blurring of nudity in direct messages.
Mandatory age verification for all users.
Why did Hugh Grant accuse Apple of "destroying the human experience"? The high price of the new iPad Pro.
An advertisement depicting a hydraulic press destroying creative tools.
Because of the company's ecological impact.
Due to the addictive nature of Apple's gadgets.
In May 2024, OpenAI introduced an improved model that enhances user interactions through voice, text, and video. What is the name of this groundbreaking AI model? AI Illustration: Fotor AI-4ever
GPT-4o
GPT-4.5
HAL-9001
What is the Blockout 2024 Movement? AI Illustration: DALL·E A campaign to boycott new movies in 2024
An initiative to block celebrities on social media
A protest against social media algorithms
A new fashion trend promoting blackout clothing
Why is Scarlett Johansson upset with OpenAI? OpenAI falsely claimed she endorsed their new AI product.
OpenAI released a deep fake video of her in a promotional campaign.
OpenAI used a voice similar to hers in ChatGPT without her consent.
OpenAI tried to recruit her as their new public safety officer.
Which Hollywood actor's voice was cloned using AI for a fake documentary targeting the International Olympic Committee? AI Illustration: FOTOR Steven Seagal
Tom Hanks
Brad Pitt
Tom Cruise
What's Apple Intelligence? Image: Apple A secret project to create humanoid robots
A new type of processor designed exclusively for gaming
A hacking group collecting secret information about Apple
A set of AI features integrated into Apple's operating systems
Tim Cook
Sam Altman
Elon Musk
Mark Zuckerberg
What major change to the verification system on Elon Musk's social media platform X led to EU regulatory issues? AI Illustration: DALL-E Allowing users to purchase blue checkmarks
Removal of all verification badges
Automatic verification of all accounts
Verifying only government officials
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