Tue, December 24, 2024

by: Firstpost

Why are hotels and luxury condos along Florida coast sinking?

A study, undertaken by researchers at the University of Miami, was published in the journal Earth and Space Science on Friday. It found that 35 buildings sank about two to eight centimetres - a process known as subsidence - between 2016 and 2023.

by: Oneindia

Sriram Krishnan Joins White House as Senior AI Advisor to Enhance U.S. Tech Leadership

Sriram Krishnan joins the White House as Senior AI Advisor, shaping U.S. AI policies and enhancing tech leadership.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

by: MSN

The Science of It: Dinos in Lights

Eric Burris shows us the technology behind a holiday exhibit at the Orlando Science Center TOP STORIES FROM WESH: Special edition Stanley tumblers are selling out, but these are still in stock READ THE FULL STORY:The Science of It: Dinos in Lights CHECK OUT WESH:Stay in the know with the latest Orlando,

by: inc42

Donald Trump Appoints Indian-Origin Entrepreneur Sriram Krishnan As Senior AI Policy Advisor

US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Indian-origin entrepreneur Sriram Krishnan as senior White House policy advisor on artificial intelligence.

by: Digit

Researchers introduce Iron Man inspired robot which will help in helps paraplegics walk: How it works

Researchers at KAIST have introduced the WalkON Suit F1, a groundbreaking exoskeleton robot that helps paraplegics walk, climb stairs, and navigate obstacles.

by: NDTV

'Was Ahead Of His Time': Professor To NDTV On Trump's Indian-Origin Pick For AI

Indian-origin genius Sriram Krishnan, who has been appointed senior policy adviser for artificial intelligence in the incoming Trump administration, was ahead of his time when he was in college, Mr Krishnan's professor Dr G Vadivu told NDTV.

by: ABC

High schooler didn't see enough girls studying AI, so she built her own company

Ishani Singh created Girls Rule AI after attending a computer science competition where she was the only girl.

by: Politico

Governing health care AI

The rules governing AI could determine the standards that health care tools must meet before being used in patient care — which could affect all kinds of care nationwide. This is where we explore the ideas and innovators shaping health care.

by: Forbes

Futuristic Summit Fuses Science, Tech & Art In Abu Dhabi

XPANSE, a new, ecosystem-building summit showcasing the potential of integrating science, tech and art attracted thousands of innovators to Abu Dhabi in November.
Fri, December 20, 2024

by: Los Angeles Times

Landmark government report calls for national mobilization to curb groundwater depletion

In a new report, scientists say the U.S. is facing serious challenges as groundwater is depleted in many areas. They call for a national effort to safeguard aquifers.

by: Daily Express

I'm a frequent traveller and this is the essential tech I never leave home without

Whether you travel for work or are heading out on holiday, there's some great tech out there that can make your life better - and makes for great gifts.

by: New Scientist

Our writers pick the 26 best science fiction short stories of all time

We asked New Scientist writers to pick their favourite sci-fi short story. From H.G. Wells's The Time Machine to Octavia E. Butler's Bloodchild, via stories from George R. R. Martin and Ursula K. Le Guin,

by: CTV News

What's happening in Ottawa over the Christmas holidays

Downtown Ottawa and Gatineau are lit up for the holidays. Check out the Winter Lights Across Canada every night until Jan. 7. Several buildings and parks are illuminated for the holidays, including Confederation Park, the National War Memorial, Jacques-Cartier Park and the Supreme Court of Canada.

by: Radio France Internationale

China's Xi swears in new Macau leader

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday presided over the inauguration of new Macau leader Sam Hou-fai, capping off a three-day visit as the former Portuguese colony marks 25 years since being

by: NKyTribune

2024 State of Computer Science Education report highlights Kentucky's effort to offer opportunities

State of Computer Science Education report shows Kentucky continues to make progress in bringing computer science opportunities to students and ensuring all students have the chance to participate in these courses.

by: jagranjosh.com

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2024-25: Apply Online For Technician Posts, Check Eligibility

The CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad (CSIR-IICT) under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India has released recruitment notification for 29 Technician posts on its official website.

by: theaureview

Key role seen for Hengqin in diversifying SAR economy

President Xi Jinping has highlighted the key role played by the island of Hengqin, which lies between Guangdong province and Macao, as an important platform for promoting the diversification of Macao's economy.

by: decrypt

Boost VC Invests in PoSciDonDAO, Welcoming It to Their Go-To-Market Program

Boost VC's investment and PoSciDonDAO's participation in its Go-To-Market Program present new opportunities for growth. Key benefits include: Access to Expert Mentorship: Boost VC's team and network of industry experts will provide guidance to help PoSciDonDAO refine its strategy and scale.

by: Outlookindia

Aparimeya Taneja's Journey: From Indian Roots To Silicon Valley Leader

by: Nairametrics

FG unveils free AI Academy for Nigerian youths, civil servants

The Federal Government has unveiled a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy with the aim of positioning Nigeria as a leader

by: MSN

Redefining beauty through innovation, care

The beauty industry is transforming as it blends science, technology, and cultural understanding to redefine how we approach personal care.

by: EurekAlert!

Advancing light control: New opportunities for metasurfaces in optoelectronics

Thu, December 19, 2024

by: Wired

Every AI Copyright Lawsuit in the US, Visualized

WIRED is following every copyright battle involving the AI industry—and we've created some handy visualizations that will be updated as the cases progress.

by: Hong Kong Free Press

China's Xi Jinping swears in new Macau leader Sam Hou-fai on 25th anniversary of ex-colony's return to Chinese rule

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday presided over the inauguration of new Macau leader Sam Hou-fai on 25th anniversary of colony's return to Chinese rule.

by: The Punch Newspapers

Experts call for greater focus on STEM

At the 10th Anniversary Ceremony of STEM METS held in Lagos, experts called for a stronger emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

by: Science Daily

Physicists magnetize a material with light

Physicists have created a new and long-lasting magnetic state in a material, using only light. The results provide a new way to control and switch antiferromagnetic materials, which are of interest for their potential to advance information processing and memory chip technology.

by: Yahoo Finance

Archer Completes Construction of High-Volume Manufacturing Facility

Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE : ACHR) announced today that earlier this week it received the certificate of occupancy for its high-volume manufacturing facility, ARC, which is connected to the Covington Municipal Airport in Georgia.

by: Hoodline

Senator Mark Kelly Catalyzes Semiconductor Boom in Arizona with Landmark Legislation and Multi-Billion Dollar Investments

Mark Kelly's efforts to boost Arizona's semiconductor industry through the Chips and Science Act have led to significant investments and job creation.

by: Daily Mail

Joe Rogan left stunned as Navy pilot reveals secret tech powering drones over New Jersey'

A UFO whistleblower said the drones are nothing like he has seen before, revealing why the White House has been unable to track them in the skies over New Jersey this past month.

by: Los Angeles Times

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Uses Virtual Reality to Transform Minimally Invasive Procedures for Patients

Children's Hospital Los Angeles' Interventional Radiology team - one of the most universally visited specialties at the hospital - is working to minimize negative medical experiences using virtual reality (VR) technology.

by: Executive Gov

OSTP Tasks NASA to Lead Reference Systems for Cislunar Space

A unified time standard will support sustained activity on and around the Moon. OSTP will also publish the National Cislunar Science and Technology Action Plan, which outlines the steps the government will take over the next five years to maintain leadership in space.

by: bnnbloomberg

Crypto Insiders Jockey for Influence on Proposed Industry Advisory Council

The incoming US administration is weighing two very different approaches to a council that the crypto industry hopes will dramatically increase its influence over digital-asset policy.

by: Forbes

Three American Scientists Honored With The Enrico Fermi Presidential Award

Héctor D. Abruña, Paul Alivisatos, and John H. Nuckolls have been named as this year's recipients of the Enrico Fermi Presidential Award.

by: CNET

US Adults Are Willing to Spend Nearly $1000 a Year to Achieve a Good Night's Sleep, CNET Survey Finds

US adults think that number is $1,000 a year. Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals. She is a nutrition, mental health, fitness and sleep science enthusiast.

by: The New York Times

Is the Tech Industry Already on the Cusp of an A.I. Slowdown?

"These methods only work in areas where things are empirically true, like math and science," said Dylan Patel ... of OpenAI say that these new techniques will continue to push the technology ahead. But if progress reaches a plateau, the implications ...

by: Space.com

SpaceX will launch Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander to the moon in mid-January with these 10 NASA payloads

The company's Blue Ghost lunar lander arrived at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida on Monday (Dec. 16) for integration with the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that will launch the robotic probe — as well as the private Japanese moon lander Resilience — to space.

by: BBC

1995: Dark cyber future predicted for 2025

Tomorrow's World, the BBC's programme about science and technology trends, celebrated its 30th anniversary in 1995 by looking forward another 30 years to the year 2025. In the mid-1990s, as the internet was becoming increasingly mainstream, people were more aware of its benefits and possible dangers.

by: manilatimes

DoST launches FOI hub, empowers stakeholders with S&T information

THE Department of Science and Technology - Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII) launches its Freedom of Information (FOI) Hub with a commitment to make relevant science and technology information accessible to the public.

by: The Hindu

What is an AI agent? The computer science of the next wave of AI tools

Major technology companies, including OpenAI, Microsoft, Google and Salesforce, have recently released or announced plans to develop and release AI agents.

by: India Today

10 big science breakthroughs from India in 2024

India witnessed remarkable scientific progress in 2024, with breakthroughs in quantum technologies, AI in healthcare, advanced batteries, cancer research, space exploration, and sustainable energy.

by: Scientific American

Behold! 2024's Most Stunning Space Photos

See the year's most striking images from the Hubble and James Webb space telescopes, NASA's Mars rover and the best sky watching on offer

by: Physics World

New day dawns for quantum computing in the UK

NQCC's new centre will bring companies and academics together to accelerate progress towards delivering quantum computing at scale

by: CNN-News18

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2025: Registration To Begin From January 7; Eligibility & Other Details

Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply. In case, a candidate clears all the stages of the Selection Procedure, then the upper age limit as on the date of enrolment should be 21 years.

by: Daily Express

Sky finally offers very cheap TV but another new rival lets you stream everything for free

There's even RU Flow technology which reduces image judder during fast-moving scenes. Price start from £309 for the 43-inch model and rise to £499 for the 65-inch version. Toshiba 43 Inch - £309.00 (Currently £259) SEE THE DEAL HERE Toshiba 50 Inch - ...

by: jagranjosh.com

IAF Agniveer Vayu Intake Recruitment 2025: Registration Starts For 01/2026 From January 7, Check Eligibility

The Indian Air Force has invited online applications for the recruitment of Agniveervayu posts. Check notification pdf, application process and other details here.

by: Business Line

Veranda XL partners with SRM institute for CA coaching

by: SciTech Daily

Lasers Unlock the Next Frontier in Particle Acceleration

Using dual lasers and an advanced gas injection system, researchers at th Lab Laser Accelerator Center (BELLA) accelerated a high-quality electron beam to 10 billion electronvolts (10 GeV) over a distance of just 30 centimeters.

by: MSN

S. Korea to invest 1 tln won in boosting global competitiveness of homegrown OTT platforms

South Korea will invest 1 trillion won (US$689.5 million) to help strengthen the competitiveness of homegrown over-the-top (OTT) platforms amid intensifying competition in the global market, the science ministry said Thursday.

Can Computers Generate Truly Random Numbers? It's Complicated

Pretty often at IFLScience Towers, we find ourselves faced with a conspiracy theory we've not seen before - and this week was no exception. "Can you believe," one of our intrepid reporters asked the office,

The article from MSN discusses the complexity of generating truly random numbers by computers. Traditionally, computers use algorithms known as Pseudo-Random Number Generators (PRNGs) which produce sequences that appear random but are actually deterministic and predictable if one knows the initial state or "seed." These are not suitable for applications requiring high security or unpredictability, like cryptography. To address this, computers can harness physical phenomena for randomness, such as thermal noise, radioactive decay, or even the timing of user inputs like keystrokes. However, these methods also have limitations; for instance, they might not be as random as needed or could be influenced by external factors. The article explains that while computers can approximate randomness through these physical sources, achieving true randomness remains elusive due to the deterministic nature of computing hardware. It also touches on quantum computing, which might offer a solution through quantum randomness, but this technology is still in its infancy. Thus, the quest for true randomness in computing involves a blend of algorithmic approaches and physical randomness sources, each with its own set of challenges and compromises.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/can-computers-generate-truly-random-numbers-it-s-complicated/ar-AA1waWOm