Fri, December 27, 2024

by: AOL

Taiwan's science ministry warns spending cuts could hit chips, AI funding

Taiwan's science ministry warned on Friday that funding for areas such as semiconductors, AI and aerospace could be reduced by T$20 billion ($609.11 million) for next year after opposition parties passed laws requiring cuts to economic and technology spending.

by: MSN

Incline Walking Vs. Stair Stepper: Which One Is Better For Cardio, Strength, And Calorie Burning

Here's what incline walking on the treadmill has to offer compared to the stair stepper, according to fitness experts. Given that variety is important with exercise, we also tap

by: MSN

Most IITians diverge from their field: Why we must rethink branch-based admissions

Over 90% of IITians pivot away from their engineering fields, showcasing the institute's role in shaping problem-solvers, leaders, and innovators for diverse domains in an ever-evolving world.

by: CNN

With space junk clouding Earth's orbit, are we barreling toward 'Kessler Syndrome'?

The concept known as "Kessler Syndrome" was proposed nearly five decades ago. Experts weigh in on whether the space-based disaster scenario is already unfolding.

by: IPPMEDIA

Faith leaders, VPO pact on climate change roles

by: Newsbomb

India's Quantum Satellite Quest and Supremacy

India's ambitious plan to launch a quantum satellite within the next three years marks a significant milestone in global secure communications. With a substantial investment of ₹6,003.65 crore through the National Quantum Mission (NQM),

by: CIO

What is an IT consultant? Roles, types, salaries, and how to become one

IT consultants advise and support businesses in designing, developing, and executing technology implementations in service of business goals. Here's what you need to know about an IT consultant's work and career.

by: MSN

Why Clarivate Plc (CLVT) Is One of the Best Technology Penny Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds?

We recently published a list of 12 Best Technology Penny Stocks To Buy According to Hedge Funds. In this article, we are going to look at where Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT) stands against other best technology penny stocks to buy according to hedge funds.

by: Businessworld

RBI Sets Up 8-member Committee To Recommend Framework For Ethical AI In Financial Sector

Reserve Bank of India has set up an eight-member committee, comprising experts from diverse fields, to recommend a Framework for Responsible and Ethical Enablement of AI (FREE-AI) in the financial sector. The committee will submit its report within six months from the date of its first meeting, RBI said in a statement Thursday.

by: MSN

Driving Innovation in Distributed Systems and Scalable Cloud Solutions Across Industries

From humble beginnings in Malaysia, Birkaran's journey is one of persistence, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to impacting the world through technology.

by: MSN

How Did the Islamic Golden Age Shape Knowledge and Discovery?

The Islamic Golden Age spanned the mid-7th to the 13th century; during this fruitful period of history, Islamic leaders established one of the largest empires in the world. Islamic forces conquered vast regions that included North Africa,

by: NDTV

ISRO's POEM-4 To Fly 10 Experiments By Start-Ups To Space

The upcoming launch of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) will enable ten Indian space start-up companies to fly their instruments into space.

by: CNN

Russia is intensifying its air war in Ukraine. A secretive factory is ramping up drone production to fuel the offensive

A manufacturing plant in Russia's Tatarstan region has significantly scaled up its production of Iranian-designed drones, using a range of Chinese components, and recruiting a low-skilled workforce of Russian teenagers and African women,
Thu, December 26, 2024

by: Vanguard

Man lures friend to burial ground in Kogi, slits his throat

A 19-year-old student of the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Usman Tijani, was attacked by his friend, Abdulmuqeet Musari, who allegedly lured him to a burial ground, robbed him,

by: Newsweek

Laura Loomer Faces Backlash for Comments About Indians Amid H-1B Visa Debate

Far-right activist and conservative commentator Laura Loomer has been engaged in a social media spat over H-1B visas.

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: MSN

Sriram Krishnan, who worked for Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, is now Trump's AI advisor

Indian American Sriram Krishnan has been picked by Donald Trump as his senior policy advisor on AI or Artificial Intelligence. Born in Chennai, Sriram Krishnan journey in the tech world began at Microsoft in 2005.

by: MSN

Removing H1B caps? David Sacks and Elon Musk back Sriram Krishnan's view on green cards

Loomer's accusations prompted swift rebuttals from prominent figures like David Sacks and Elon Musk. Sacks clarified the nuances of Krishnan's views, stating, "Point of clarification: Sriram didn't say he wants to remove all caps on green cards.

by: MSN

From online chat to forever: The heartwarming love story of Sriram Krishnan and his wife Aarthi Ramamurthy

US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Chennai-born Sriram Krishnan as Senior Policy Adviser for AI at the White House OSTP. Krishnan, a seasoned tech professional with experience at Microsoft and various Silicon Valley giants,

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: MSN

'People feel grief as after a loss': How emotions can spark pro-climate action

Anger, resignation, guilt - according to recent research, emotions felt about climate change have a significant impact on our climate decisions. View on euronews

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: MSN

NASA Puts New Artemis Moon Rovers to the Test

With humans slated to return to the moon this decade, NASA has been testing new lunar vehicles in simulated low gravity.

MMSU pushing off-season tomato variety

A HYBRID tomato variety developed by the Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) has proven resilient amid the wet season and back-to-back typhoons this year. Jesslyn Keith Valite of MMSU Strategic Communication Office said this was showcased during a technology demonstration on Dec.

The article from MSN discusses the development of an off-season tomato variety by Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) in the Philippines. This new variety, named 'MMSU Tomato 1', is designed to thrive during the rainy season, a period when tomato cultivation typically faces challenges due to diseases like bacterial wilt and pests. The variety was developed through a collaborative effort involving the Department of Agriculture, MMSU, and the Bureau of Agricultural Research. It features resistance to bacterial wilt, a significant issue during the wet season, and has shown promising results in terms of yield and quality. The initiative aims to provide farmers with a reliable source of income by allowing tomato production year-round, thus reducing the dependency on seasonal farming and potentially increasing economic stability for local farmers.

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