Wed, December 25, 2024

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

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: 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

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

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: MSN

Top 10 Christmas gift ideas for kids in 2024

This Christmas, give gifts that will inspire, educate, and entertain. Here are the top 10 Christmas gift ideas for kids in 2024.

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.

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.

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided new insights into a 20-year-old mystery initially sparked by observations from the Hubble Space Telescope. The mystery involved the planet GJ 1214b, a mini-Neptune exoplanet, which appeared unusually reflective and had an unexpectedly flat spectrum, suggesting a high-altitude haze or cloud cover. Using its advanced infrared capabilities, JWST observed GJ 1214b during a secondary eclipse, where the planet passed behind its star, allowing scientists to isolate the planet's light. The observations revealed that GJ 1214b has a thick, reflective atmosphere composed mainly of water vapor, methane, and hydrogen, with possibly some clouds or haze. This atmosphere reflects a significant amount of starlight, explaining the planet's high albedo and flat spectrum. These findings not only solve the long-standing puzzle but also enhance our understanding of the atmospheric composition and behavior of mini-Neptunes, which are common in our galaxy but not found in our solar system.

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