• Tue, December 10, 2024

by: Live Science

Google 'Willow' quantum chip has solved a problem the best supercomputer would have taken a quadrillion times the age of the universe to crack

Google scientists have created a new quantum processor that, in five minutes, cracked a problem that would have taken the world's best supercomputer 10 septillion years to solve. The breakthrough will allow quantum computers to become less error-prone the bigger they get, achieving a milestone that overcomes a decades-long obstacle.

by: WLNS.com

tinkrLAB's top gift ideas for kids interested in STEAM

If your child is interested in STEAM - science, technology, engineering, art and math - we've got some great gift ideas for you this holiday season!

by: Business Standard

IIT Delhi tops Indian varsities in sustainability, IISc in global top 50

Delhi is at top among universities in India for sustainability, climbing the table by 255 places to reach 171 globally, according to QS Rankings announced on Tuesday.

by: WAMC

Writer Ted Chiang on AI and grappling with big ideas

by: Her Zindagi Hindi

Launching Message Check: A Revolutionary Tool By Vishvas News In Collaboration With IIT Kharagpur To Combat Misinformation

Vishvas.News, Jagran New Media's fact-checking wing and one of India's leading fact-checking organisations, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, is proud to announce the launch of the Message Check Tool.

by: Channel NewsAsia Singapore

US finalises more than US$6.1 billion chips subsidy for Micron Technology

The US Department of Commerce has finalised a subsidy of more than US$6.1 billion for memory chip maker Micron Technology to support the construction of several domestic semiconductor facilities, according to a White House statement on Tuesday (Dec 10).

by: The Times of Israel

In Israel, hard-right pro-Israel Dutch lawmaker Wilders meets, lauds Netanyahu

During whirlwind visit, Wilders meets president and attends Knesset session, is showered with praise for support of Israel

by: NDTV

This AI Enabled "Human Washing Machine" From Japan Transforms Overall Wellness In Just 15 Minutes

It's not just about getting rid of dirt; it's about rejuvenating the body and mind. The human washing machine taps into the concept that self-care extends beyond traditional methods. By blending sensory technology with water-based cleansing, it's possible to address both the physical and psychological aspects of well-being in one seamless process.

by: EVOKE

House GOP taps Brian Babin to lead Science Committee

The Houston-area lawmaker has pushed for improved weather forecasting and energy security. He also wants to send humans to the moon and Mars.

by: Daily Express

Ditch the Apple Store to find iPad, Macbook and AirPod deals much cheaper

Christmas shoppers in the market for new Apple gadgets can find big savings by shopping around at other retailers like Amazon and Sky

by: Staten Island Advance

STREAM Labs: See inside 4 of the newest innovative spaces for Staten Island students

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island public schools have been unveiling new dedicated spaces for STREAM (science, technology, robotics/reading, engineering, arts, math) to encourage students to be creative and innovative. The Advance/SILive.com visited several STREAM labs and highlighted grand openings at schools across the borough in 2024.

by: Ghanaweb.com

Cape Coast Technical University Appoints Dr. James Condua Orleans-Lindsay as 1st Chancellor

The Governing Council of Cape Coast Technical University has appointed Dr. James Condua Orleans-Lindsay as the first Chancellor of the University.

by: CIO

2025 is the year of quantum science; what that's all about

The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, recognizing that quantum science has reached the point where its promise is moving out of the experimental phase and into the realm of practical applications.

by: IFLScience

The Amazon River Doesn't Have Any Bridges - And For Good Reason

One of the main reasons is that there isn't much demand for an Amazon river crossing. The depths of the rainforests are sparsely populated with relatively little infrastructure and roads, making bridges unnecessary, unlike the bustling crossings over the Thames in London.

by: The Center Square

Republicans demand to see science behind DOE ban on natural gas exports

Republican lawmakers on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology sent a scathing letter to the Department of Energy Monday, requesting for the fourth time

by: Popular Mechanics

Scientists Built a Sunlight Reactor to Fuel the Future

Green hydrogen is an excellent resource for weening humanity off of fossil fuels, but making it currently uses too much renewable energy. A new method being explored by Japanese researchers would primarily use sunlight and a photocatalyst to separate hydrogen and oxygen in water.

by: University of Delaware

University of Delaware innovator recognized

Darrin Pochan elected a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors Fellow for contributions to soft materials innovation and invention

by: WHNT

Marshall Space Flight Center managing several payloads on next flight to the moon

NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center is managing several payloads of technology instruments that will launch to the moon in January 2025.

by: Transport Topics

Micron Gets $6.2 Billion Chips Award

The Biden administration has reached a final agreement to give Micron Corp. nearly $6.2 billion in subsidies from a program designed to boost American semiconductor manufacturing.

by: Seeking Alpha

Step Aside AI, Google's Quantum Computer Is Here

Google's Willow chip advances quantum computing with major potential. See why GOOGL stock is a must-own, benefiting from breakthroughs in AI and healthcare.

by: kfoxtv

UTEP launches Bachelor's in artificial intelligence

The University of Texas at El Paso announced on Tuesday that it is offering a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence, beginning in the Spring of 202

by: unite

Victor Dey, Technology Analyst

Victor Dey is a tech editor and writer who covers A.I., crypto, data science, metaverse and cybersecurity within the enterprise realm. He boasts half a decade of media and AI experience working at well-known media outlets such as VentureBeat,

by: WTOP News

Micron expected to get $275 million in federal funds to upgrade chip manufacturing plant in Manassas, Va.

Micron, a semiconductor chip manufacturer, is expected to receive up to $275 million in federal funding to upgrade and expand its plant in Manassas, Virginia.

by: Rome Sentinel

Micron, federal government finalize agreement for $6.1 billion in CHIPS funds

The U.S. Department of Commerce and Micron have finalized the deal for $6.1 billion in CHIPS and Science Act incentives, which will help with the construction of its semiconductor fab in Clay.

by: University of Wyoming

UW Instructional Professor and Students Provide Disaster Mapping Assistance After Hurricane

After Hurricane Milton decimated many parts of Florida in early October, Ramesh Sivanpillai received a familiar call.

by: University of Wyoming

UW's Science Initiative Roadshows Inspire STEM Across Wyoming

A University of Wyoming program that promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) through hands-on learning reached nearly 8,000 K-12 students, educators and senior citizens across the state this past year.

by: NextBigFuture

Quantinuum With 99.9% Fidelity Trapped Ion Qubits

Quantinuum, a quantum computing company, was valued at $5 billion after a $300 million equity funding round in January 2024. They are considering a $10

by: Phys.org

Precision engineering enables design of virus-like particles that can deliver genetic material into cells

Scientists from NPL, working in collaboration with AI experts from IBM and the Science and Technology facilities Council (STFC) Hartree Center, are applying the principles of precision engineering of biological systems to enable the design of artificial virus-like particles capable of encapsulating genes.

by: Popular Science

New predator uncovered 25,000+ feet under the Pacific

" Dulcibella camanchaca is a fast-swimming predator that we named after 'darkness' in the languages of the peoples from the Andes region to signify the deep, dark ocean from where it predates," study co-author and WHOI hadal ecologist Johanna Weston said in a statement.

by: Business Insider

Google has unveiled a new quantum computer chip that cracks a '30-year challenge in the field'

Google has unveiled a new chip that it says reduces errors and vastly outperforms standard benchmarks.

by: Science Daily

Readers trust news less when AI is involved, even when they don't understand to what extent

Researchers have published two studies in which they surveyed readers on their thoughts about AI in journalism. When provided a sample of bylines stating AI was involved in producing news in some way or not at all,

by: Daily Express

Luke Littler surpasses Olympians and football stars in Google's Top 2024 searches

Luke Littler was named as Google's most-searched athlete in 2024 with Oasis listed as the most-searched musicians.

by: NextBigFuture

Q2B - Accurate Quantum Computation for Practically Useful Quantum Computers

Oliver Dial, IBM Fellow, is giving the keynote for Q2B 2024. He describes what is needed for practical quantum computers. IBM achieved the minimum of more accurate answers than classical (regular computers). However, they are not yet to the scale needed for practically useful problems.

by: MSN

UTEP launches bachelor's program in artificial intelligence

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) will be launching a new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI) program in the spring of 2025, UTEP said in a press release on Tuesday, Dec. 10. UTEP says the program is the only third AI bachelor's degree offered in the

by: MSN

Supreme Court refuses to hear school discrimination case

The U.S. Supreme Court refused Monday to hear a case alleging schools in Boston discriminate against Asian American and White students, reports NBC News. The lawsuit involving Boston's elite high schools marks the second time in recent months the conservative Supreme Court declined an opportunity to further restrict programs designed to increase diversity in education.

by: MSN

Tripura's bamboo shoot 'Melye-amiley' promises weight loss benefits, reveals study

A traditional fermented bamboo shoot from Tripura, 'Melye-amiley,' shows promise in combating obesity, according to a new study. The research highlights its role in reducing lipid accumulation and boosting fatty acid oxidation.

by: MSN

The Science of Creativity: How Your Brain Innovates

Creativity is the engine of human progress, driving groundbreaking innovations and transforming how we see the world. From the invention of the wheel to the development of artificial intelligence,

by: MSN

Micron Technology Climbs Pre-Market On $6.1 Billion U.S. Subsidy Approval: Retail Turns Bullish

Micron Technology's stock climbed as much as 2% pre-market after the U.S. Department of Commerce finalized a more than $6.1 billion subsidy for the memory chip-maker. The investment, unchanged from the amount initially announced in April,

by: MSN

Nvidia forges deals in American Southwest and Southeastern Asia

The world's leading AI chip designer has plans to expand its footprint both in the United States and around the globe.

by: MSN

Time crystals aren't science fiction anymore: Here's what to know about latest breakthrough

In a breakthrough that brings us closer to next-generation optical technologies, researchers have demonstrated a novel theoretical approach to controlling and amplifying light using what they call "photonic time crystals.

by: MSN

Factbox-US finalizes more than $6.1 billion funding for Micron under CHIPS Act

The U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized a subsidy of more than $6.1 billion for Micron Technology, marking one of the largest government awards to chip companies under the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act.

by: MSN

John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton win Nobel physics award

Physicists John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in physics. They were honored for their research on machine learning with artificial neural networks.The annual presentation of the Nobel Prizesat a special ceremony in Stockholm in Sweden each December recognizes crucial achievements in science.

by: MSN

How saudi arabia is cultivating life in the heart of its deserts

Saudi Arabia is tackling desertification with a dual approach: investing in green technologies and implementing innovative, on-the-ground solutions. Scientists are converting carbon into methane to purify wastewater for agriculture and utilizing chicken manure compost to enrich desert soil.

by: MSN

Aqua Tower: My Honest Take on This Revolutionary Emergency Water Solution

In an age where clean water is becoming a precious commodity, finding an effective and reliable solution for purifying water at home is more important than ever. Enter the Aqua Tower, a state-of-the-art water purification system designed to provide fresh,

by: MSN

How long does it take to travel to the moon?

The answer depends on many factors, including the amount of fuel needed, the moon's orbit and the mission's objectives.

by: MSN

This $595 sweater was grown in a petri dish and knitted by a robot

Welcome to the future of fashion. Over billions of years, evolution has created beautiful materials for making clothes: soft cashmere, thermoregulating wool, luxurious silk, durable cotton. But the human population has exploded,

by: MSN

QS Rankings: IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur among world's top 100 universities for environmental impact | Check full list

Several Indian institutions have ranked highly in the 2025 QS Sustainability rankings released on Tuesday. The Indian Institute of Technology in Delhi and its Kanpur counterpart both ranked among the world's top 100 for environmental impact.

by: MSN

Nvidia slapped with a Chinese antitrust probe as Beijing collects 'bargaining chips' ahead of Trump's return

An analyst from the consultancy firm Trivium China thinks Beijing is preparing for some tough negotiations ahead.

Writer Ted Chiang on AI and grappling with big ideas

Ted Chiang was recently awarded the PEN/Faulkner Foundation's prize for short story excellence. He sat down with NPR to talk about AI, making art and grappling with big ideas.
The article from WAMC features an interview with acclaimed science fiction writer Ted Chiang, who discusses the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) and its portrayal in literature and media. Chiang, known for his thoughtful and often prescient stories, explores how AI is not just a technological advancement but a mirror reflecting human values, fears, and aspirations. He delves into the ethical considerations of AI development, the potential for AI to surpass human intelligence, and the societal impacts of such technologies. Chiang also touches on the importance of understanding AI not as a singular entity but as a tool shaped by human input and biases. His insights provide a nuanced perspective on how AI might evolve and the philosophical questions it raises about consciousness, creativity, and the essence of humanity.

Read the Full WAMC Article at:
https://www.wamc.org/2024-12-10/writer-ted-chiang-on-ai-and-grappling-with-big-ideas