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[Submitted on 25 Apr 2025 (v1), last revised 18 Nov 2025 (this version, v2)] View a PDF of the paper titled Anti-adversarial Learning: Desensitizing Prompts for Large Language Models, by Xuan Li and 3 other authors View PDF HTML (experimental) Abstract:With the widespread use of LLMs, preserving privacy in user prompts has become crucial, as prompts risk exposing privacy and sensitive data to the cloud LLMs. Traditional techniques like homomorphic encryption, secure multi-party computation, and federated learning face challenges due to heavy computational costs and user participation requirements, limiting their applicability in LLM scenarios. In this paper, we propose PromptObfus,…

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When you think about protecting your eyes as you age, there are many things you can do that don’t require a big change, but make a big difference. Something as simple as wearing a pair of sunglasses to keep your eyes safe from UV rays are among the quick and easy changes. These changes can push away certain eye conditions that often accompany aging. While 53% of US adults are cutting back on nonessential spending, according to a recent CNET survey, you’ll be happy to know that most of these are cost-free adjustments. On Reddit you may see a lot…

The holidays are all about gathering with loved ones. Make the moments you share even merrier by letting your social calendar guide your gifting. From timeless tableware for the ultimate dinner party to special-occasion glasses for toasting, our favorite picks for presents are items that are better when used together.Skip straight to your gatheringAccordionItemContainerButtonWhen the Party Is Just for TwoThese gifts turn date night at home into your own private restaurant. Think beautifully made wine glasses, mood-setting lighting, and little luxuries that transform an otherwise quiet night in.Rocco Super Smart FridgePhotograph by Marcus McDonald, Prop Styling by Erica LutzUndeniably eye-catching…

Leading SEO platform Semrush – the company that acquired Search Engine Land, MarTech, and Third Door Media in October 2024 – is being acquired by software company Adobe. Adobe announced the acquisition today. The all-cash deal is valued at about $1.9 billion and is expected to close in the first half of 2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals. Semrush, founded in 2008, had “approximately 118,000 paying customers as of March 31,” and “full year revenue of $376.8 million” in 2024. (Adobe reported $21.51 billion in fiscal year 2024.) What Semrush is saying. Semrush CEO Bill Wagner shared this on LinkedIn:…

In a previous article, we covered key theoretical concepts that underpin expected value analysis — which involves probabilistic weighting of uncertain outcomes — and focused on the relevance to AI product management. , we will zoom out and consider the bigger picture, looking at how probabilistic thinking based on expected values can help AI teams tackle broader strategic problems such as opportunity identification and selection, product portfolio management, and countering behavioral biases that lead to irrational decision making. The target audience of this article includes AI business sponsors and executives, AI product leaders, data scientists and engineers, and any other…

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Why It Works Preheating the air fryer basket ensures the sprouts start cooking immediately, boosting browning and flavor.Air-frying the Brussels sprouts in batches prevents overcrowding and promotes even crisping.Adding the glaze just before serving creates a glossy, flavorful finish while preserving the sprouts’ crisp texture. If there’s one day a year when every appliance, every burner, and every oven rack is in use, it’s Thanksgiving. Expectations are high, time is short, and despite all the talk about gratitude and togetherness, it’s hard not to stress over the food. That’s exactly why my dad deep-fries our turkey every year—it frees up…

Black Friday doesn’t sneak up on anyone, yet somehow it still catches advertisers off guard every year. Campaigns launch at the last minute, budgets aren’t ready, and tracking issues surface once performance starts to spike. If you’ve managed PPC through Q4, you know how quickly small mistakes can turn into costly ones. CPCs rise, competition intensifies, and ad inventory becomes harder to win. By the time the weekend hits, there’s little room left for major fixes. That’s why the most successful advertisers treat preparation as their advantage. They plan budgets before the rush, stabilize feeds early, and set guardrails around…

US President Donald Trump is considering signing an executive order that would seek to challenge state efforts to regulate artificial intelligence through lawsuits and the withholding federal funding, WIRED has learned.A draft of the order viewed by WIRED directs US Attorney General Pam Bondi to create an “AI Litigation Task Force,” whose purpose is to sue states in court for passing AI regulations that allegedly violate federal laws governing things like free speech and interstate commerce.Trump could sign the order, which is currently titled “Eliminating State Law Obstruction of National AI Policy,” as early as this week, according to four…