Thu, December 26, 2024

by: MSN

RBI sets up eight-member panel on ethical use of AI

MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank on Thursday announced the setting up of an eight-member committee to develop a framework for responsible and ethical enablement of artificial intelligence (FREE-AI) in the financial sector.

by: MSN

MAGA vs Tech Titans: Decoding the immigration battle of US over Indian techies

Shriram Krishnan's support for removing country caps on green card has ignited a fierce debate between tech industry leaders and MAGA anti-immigration advocates. While tech figures argue that skilled immigration drives innovation and economic growth,

by: MSN

Sunlight Can Split Water Directly Into Hydrogen For The Fuel Of The Future

Using nothing but sunlight and photocatalysts, a 100 square meter (1,076 square foot) reactor produced carbon-free hydrogen for three years, demonstrating the potential of the concept. The approach is still considerably less efficient than the more common method,

by: MSN

From SRM University to Donald Trump's AI advisor: How a Chennai company spotted Sriram Krishnan's talent years ago

Sriram Krishnan has been appointed as Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. His journey from SRM University in Chennai to top positions at Microsoft,

by: MSN

North East MP discusses new influential role and a 'row' with Elon Musk

In an exclusive interview with The Northern Echo, select committee chair Chi Onwurah MP talks about Elon Musk, County Durham jobs, and innovation showcases.

by: Yahoo

Pixel 10 Pro concept video imagines crazy camera redesign

Beyond the questionable camera bar placement, 4RMD imagines Google increasing the screen size considerably, with 6.4-inch and 6.9-inch models available (up 0.1 inches on the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL respectively), with thinner bezels, a smaller punch-hole camera and a larger 5,300 mAh battery (though it's not specified for which model).

by: MSN

H-1B Visa Row: MAGA vs tech titans in battle over Indian techies and U.S. immigration policies

Shriram Krishnan's support for removing country caps on H-1B visas has ignited a fierce debate between tech industry leaders and MAGA anti-immigration advocates. While tech figures argue that skilled immigration drives innovation and economic growth,
Wed, December 25, 2024

by: thecooldown

Scientists achieve major milestone in battle against 'forever' toxins: 'The world is belatedly starting to act'

Chemists at Colorado State University and the University of Science and Technology of China have learned how to break up 'forever chemicals.'

by: AOL

Level Up Your Life: 22 Online Courses Worth Gifting To Yourself This Christmas

Tis the season to level up your life, and while everyone else is unwrapping another sweater they'll never wear, you could be unlocking skills that'll make 2025 your personal renaissance. These 22 online courses aren't just classes - they're portals to possible futures where you're the protagonist of your own skill-building adventure.

by: Techopedia

Top 10 AI Breakthroughs & Controversies of 2024

Explore 2024's biggest AI developments, from Apple's AI debut to quantum computing, specialized agents, new regulations, and other technical breakthroughs.

by: CNN

The myth of the 'lost prince' and other historical mysteries solved by science in 2024

Scientists explored Beethoven's ailments, linked remains to a Norse saga, uncovered colonial secrets, peeked inside an alchemy lab and debunked a royal hoax in 2024.

by: Forbes

What Does Google's Willow Chip Mean For Startups In 2025

This leap in quantum computing has profound implications for startups, particularly those positioned well to tackle problems and opportunities presented by the new technology.

by: MSN

Absolute Superman's 10 Biggest Changes to the Character, Ranked

DC's Absolute Superman has already captured readers' attention due to a few differences that separate the character from his mainstream counterpart.

by: MSN

Dalit Professor Faces Exclusion at IIM Bangalore: How Dalits are Shut Out from Equal Opportunities at IIMs

India's premier educational institutions, particularly the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), continue to exclude Dalits and other marginalised communities despite Constitutional reservation mandates.

by: MSN

Ro Khanna defends Indian-origin Sriram Krishnan's appointment as Trump's AI advisor; calls it 'American exceptionalism'

Ro Khanna defends Indian-born Sriram Krishnan's appointment as senior policy advisor for AI by President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing America's ability to attract global talent. He highlights Krishnan's distinguished career and the importance of continued American leadership in AI.

by: MSN

Study Abroad: UCL's collaboration with IISc, IIT Delhi & AIIMS to open more doors for Indian students

UCL's collaboration with Indian institutions is opening opportunities for students including collaborative PhDs, faculty exchanges, research fellowships.

by: MSN

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu Congratulates Trump's New AI Advisor Sriram Krishnan: 'I Wanted to Hire Him in 2004'

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu extended his congratulations to Sriram Krishnan, who has been appointed as Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence by President-elect Donald Trump. Vembu revealed that he had hoped to recruit Krishnan back in 2004,
Tue, December 24, 2024

by: Forbes

10 AI Predictions For 2025

Meta is the world's standard bearer for open-weight AI. In a fascinating case study in corporate strategy, while rivals like OpenAI and Google have kept their frontier models closed source and charged for their use, Meta has chosen to give its state-of-the-art Llama models away for free.

by: Indiatimes

Removing H-1B caps for Indians? David Sacks and Elon Musk back Sriram Krishnan's view on green cards

The recent appointment of Sriram Krishnan at the White House has ignited discussions on immigration reform, specifically the removal of country-specific caps on green cards. Elon Musk and David Sacks defend Krishnan against criticisms from far-right commentators,

by: IFLScience

Burt, A Gigantic Crocodile And Beloved 80s Movie Star, Has Died

B urt, perhaps one of the most famous crocodiles in the world, has died at the ripe old age of around 90. The beast-come-celebrity was the reptilian star of the 1986 movie Crocodile Dundee about an eccentric Aussie bushman's antics in New York City.

by: Politico

The Digital Future Daily books of the year

Below are some of the books DFD read in 2024 that offer insight into the digital future, whether they're tackling the artificial intelligence hype machine, explaining how tech gives one society a leg up over another or reimagining our fundamental relationship with "progress."

by: Yahoo

Trump appoints Charlotte native, ex-congressional candidate Bo Hines to crypto role

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Charlotte native Bo Hines, a former college football player and Republican congressional candidate from North Carolina, to a national leadership role on cryptocurrency.

by: Forbes

Ukranian Startup Is On A Mission To Scale Biodegradable Packaging

A Ukrainian startup, S.Lab is working to scale their biodegradable packaging made from mycelium and ag waste through advanced technology, robotics and sensors.

by: Indiatimes

Cochin professor's Pushpa 2 dance moves light up the internet

Pushpa 2 has captivated audiences, breaking box office records and sparking a viral video of a university HOD dancing to the popular song "Peelings."

by: Forbes

Can Innovation Unify Across Divides? Three Israeli-Palestinian Initiatives Say Peace Is Possible

Startups are trailblazing a new path that demonstrates "coexistence can lead to prosperity, safety, and self-determination for all."

by: Indiatimes

Year ender: Top 5 US universities across several global rankings in 2024

The US is a top destination for higher education, boasting globally renowned universities like MIT, Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. Each year, countless

by: decrypt

Emerge's 2024 Person of the Year: AI Visionary Yann LeCun

Emerge's Person of the Year Yann LeCun's opposition to AI fearmongering drives his vision for the future of artificial intelligence.

by: Gizmodo

Webb Telescope Solves a 20-Year-Old Planetary Mystery Sparked by Hubble

Perplexing data in the early 2000s raised questions about how planetary formation began in the universe, and new data from Webb provides some answers.

by: news10nbc

Movie Review: Nicole Kidman commands the erotic office drama 'Babygirl'

The demands of achieving both one-day shipping and a satisfying orgasm collide in Halina Reijn's "Babygirl," a kinky and darkly comic erotic thriller about sex in the Amazon era.

by: MSN

Donald Trump appoints top tech advisers; signals shift with pro-crypto stance

President-elect Donald Trump appointed key figures to lead his digital assets and AI initiatives. Bo Hines will helm the Crypto Council, while Sriram Krishnan will advise on AI policy. Michael Kratsios and Lynne Parker will support these efforts,

by: MSN

Who Is Sriram Krishnan? Indian -American Elon Musk Aide And Trump's Senior Policy Advisor For AI

President-elect, Donald Trump appointed Sriram Krishnan will serve as Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. "Working closely with David Sacks,

by: MSN

The Philippines is creating a ChatGPT rival that speaks Filipino and Taglish

ChatGPT impressed millions of internet users when it was first launched in December 2022. To Filipino Elmer Peramo, though, it felt familiar. After typing in some prompts and seeing the artificial intelligence chatbot's responses,

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: MSN

Trump appoints Indian-American as key AI policy advisor

In this capacity, Krishnan will work closely with Trump's AI and crypto czar, David Sacks, and have a say in shaping the wider policy landscape around AI

by: NDTV

Donald Trump Appoints Indian-American, Elon Musk Aide As AI Advisor

US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday named Indian American entrepreneur, venture capitalist and author Sriram Krishnan as Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence. "Sriram Krishnan will serve as the Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy,

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

The Digital Future Daily books of the year

Below are some of the books DFD read in 2024 that offer insight into the digital future, whether they're tackling the artificial intelligence hype machine, explaining how tech gives one society a leg up over another or reimagining our fundamental relationship with "progress."

The article from POLITICO's Digital Future Daily, titled "The Digital Future Daily Books of the Year," highlights a curated list of books recommended by the newsletter's staff for readers interested in technology, politics, and the future. The selections include a mix of fiction and non-fiction, focusing on themes like AI, cybersecurity, and the societal impacts of digital transformation. Key recommendations include "The Age of Surveillance Capitalism" by Shoshana Zuboff, which explores how tech companies commodify personal data; "The Hundred-Page Machine Learning Book" by Andriy Burkov, offering insights into machine learning; and "The Ministry for the Future" by Kim Stanley Robinson, a novel that imagines a near-future response to climate change. Other notable mentions are books on the ethics of technology, the history of the internet, and speculative fiction that delves into the implications of our increasingly digital world. The list aims to provide readers with both educational and thought-provoking material to understand and navigate the complexities of the digital age.

Read the Full Politico Article at:
https://www.politico.com/newsletters/digital-future-daily/2024/12/24/the-digital-future-daily-books-of-the-year-00196010