• Wed, December 25, 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: 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: 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: 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: MSN

Is tech industry already on cusp of AI slowdown?

Interviews with 20 executives and researchers showed a widespread belief that the tech industry is running into a problem many would have thought was unthinkable just a few years ago: They have used up most of the digital text available on the internet.

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: MSN

Bipartisan bill cracking down on fentanyl trafficking signed into law

Southern border has been signed into law. The bill was championed by U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff. It was signed into law by President Biden on Monday, Dec. 23. The bipartisan law will "strengthen the U.S.

by: MSN

A $20 Trillion Tunnel Could Make London-New York Trips a One-Hour Journey

Estimated to cost $20 trillion, it dwarfs projects like the Channel Tunnel, which connects England and France and took six years to build. At this pace, completing the transatlant

by: MSN

NASA spacecraft just plunged into the sun and broke stunning records

Early on Christmas Eve in 2024, a NASA craft swooped at blazing speed through the sun's atmosphere. The Parker Solar Probe, equipped with a robust heat shield, made the closest-ever approach to our dynamic star,

by: MSN

NASA uncovers Milky Way's Christmas Tree star cluster

Space is wishing Earth a Merry Christmas from 2,500 light-years away! A NASA telescope combined with data from an X-ray gave a special present for the holidays. Although the star cluster is older than you,

by: MSN

Looking back at some of the most memorable STEM Spotlights of 2024

As 2024 comes to an end, Sabrina looks back at some of those STEM-focused initiatives across the state. Open the video player above to relive some of

by: MSN

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.

by: MSN

Meet Indian genius, cracked IIT-JEE, SSC CGL, aced UPSC with AIR..., to become IAS officer, quit IAS job after 12 years due to...

Gaurav Kaushal was posted in Indian Defense Estates Service (IDES) where he served for 12 years before quitting his job and taking up the role of mentoring UPSC aspirants.

by: MSN

Three area sheriffs receive OK grants

Three area sheriff's departments were awarded $700,000 through a new program to enhance law enforcement services. Attorney General Gentner Drummond's office awarded the Delaware County Sheriff's Office $300,

by: MSN

CBSE Class 10 Artificial Intelligence Syllabus 2024-25: FREE PDF Download

Free PDF Download: Are you also a CBSE board class 10 student looking for Artificial Intelligence Syllabus? Don't worry as you can refer to this article to get the syllabus easily. Download the CBSE Class 10 Artificial Intelligence Syllabus in PDF format.

by: MSN

Searching for hidden medieval stories from the island of the Sagas

Iceland has a long and rich literary tradition. With its 380,000 inhabitants, the country has produced many great writers, and it is said that one in two Icelanders writes books. This literary tradition stretches all the way back to the Middle Ages.

by: MSN

Why sonic booms from the most powerful rocket ever built have some scientists worried

A SpaceX Super Heavy rocket booster as tall as a 20-story building reappeared in the skies over South Texas minutes after blastoff in October, blazing up its engines to slow its fall back toward Earth.

by: MSN

World's fastest object completes NASA sun mission

A NASA probe made history Christmas Eve after becoming the closest human-made object to the sun, a feat scientists say was as historic as the Apollo moon landing.

by: MSN

AICTE declares 2025 as 'Year of AI' to shape India as global leader

The initiatives under this declaration by the technical education regulator will span across AICTE-approved institutions, impacting over 14,000 colleges and 40 million students nationwide

by: MSN

AICTE and NQM launch India's first UG minor programme in quantum technologies

The programme, said to be India's first UG minor programme in quantum technologies, is likely to start in the next academic session and will be open to engineering students from third or fourth semest

by: MSN

Nasa spacecraft will make closest-ever approach to the Sun

Nasa's Parker Solar Probe - the fastest man-made object in existence - is on a mission to make the closest-ever approach to the Sun

by: MSN

The Neuroscience Behind Vermeer's Girl and Its Hypnotic Power

When you stand in front of Johannes Vermeer's "Girl With The Pearl Earring," something extraordinary happens in your brain. The 17th-century Dutch painting has long mesmerized viewers, but scientists now believe they've uncovered the reason behind its allure.

by: MSN

Sydney scientists creating tool to predict when bluebottles will arrive

Scientists from UNSW Sydney are creating technology that can go so far as to predict which beaches and on what days bluebottles will wash ashore.

by: MSN

What Is the Deadly Sleeping Sickness That Causes Fever and Psychosis Risking a Worldwide Spread?

A deadly parasitic infection known as trypanosomiasis or sleeping sickness may spread across the world, causing sleeping difficulties at night. Experts say the condition is usually mild at first but can rapidly worsen if left untreated.

by: MSN

Man's green card rejection cites role at Apple, he claims 'never worked' there

Yuchen Jin also appealed to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a federal initiative created by US President-elect Donald Trump comprising Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, to reform the high-skilled immigration system.

by: MSN

ISRO FREE START TRAINING 2025: Online training details at jigyasa.iirs.gov.in/START

The START 2025 programme registration will be closed on January 7, 2025. The students who wish to apply for the START 2025 programme can do so on the official website- jigyasa.iirs.gov.in/START. ISRO START 2025 online training is likely to be held from January 9 to 31,

by: MSN

Women are breaking into core sectors, but how fast can their numbers rise?

As the core sectors see participation of women across levels, their proportion will only increase. But how quickly will that happen?

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.
  • Thu, December 26, 2024

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: 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

World's First 5,700-Year-Lifespan Nuclear Diamond Battery Revealed by UK Researchers

So many of our devices rely on batteries. However, they typically have a short lifespan, adding to the issue with waste products. Thankfully, scientists from the UK Atomic Energy Authority and the University of Bristol have just created the first carbon-14 diamond battery in the world.

by: MSN

RBI Sets Up 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.

by: MSN

RBI committee to study global regulations on AI, identify risks

The committee will also try to identify potential risks associated with AI and a framework to evaluate and monitor the use of the technology in the financial services sector

by: MSN

Elon Musk shoots down 'wrong-headed economic thinking,' says there's 'infinite potential' for job creation

Elon Musk rejects economic scarcity ideology, suggesting that there is basically "infinite potential" for creating jobs and businesses.

by: MSN

How tall is Sriram Krishnan, Donald Trump's pick for Senior AI policy advisor?

Sriram Krishnan, a Chennai-born tech expert, has been appointed as Senior Policy Adviser for Artificial Intelligence at the White House. His significant career includes roles at Microsoft, Facebook, Snap,

by: MSN

New method allows non-destructive study of fish teeth

Can we examine the teeth of living fish and other vertebrates in detail, repeatedly over time, without harming them? Previously, small animals often had to be euthanized to obtain precise information,

by: MSN

Laser-textured stents offer promising solution for vascular diseases

The research team led by Dr. Hojeong Jeon and Dr. Hyung-Seop Han of the Biomaterials Research Center at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST, President Oh Sang-Rok), along with Dr. Indong Jun from KIST Europe,

by: MSN

Why RBI Has Set Up 8-Member Committee To Recommend Framework For AI In Financial Sector

An 8-member committee has been set up by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to recommend a framework for Responsible and Ethical Enablement of AI (FREE-AI) in the financial sector. The committee comprises of experts from diverse fields and will submit its report within six months from the date of its first meeting,

by: MSN

FREE of AI in financial sector: 'Potential risks... ' - RBI forms 8-member panel; here's why

In an official notification, the central bank said the committee will submit its report within six months from the date of its first meeting. The committee will assess the current level of adoption of AI in financial services,

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: 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,

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.
The article discusses the University College London's (UCL) strategic collaborations with premier Indian institutions like the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), IIT Delhi, and AIIMS to enhance educational and research opportunities for Indian students. UCL has established a joint PhD program with IISc, allowing students to work under dual supervision from both institutions, thereby fostering a rich academic exchange. Additionally, UCL has partnered with IIT Delhi for a joint Masters program in areas like sustainable energy systems, aiming to address global challenges through education. Furthermore, UCL's collaboration with AIIMS focuses on medical education and research, providing Indian students with access to UCL's extensive resources in healthcare. These partnerships not only facilitate academic and research exchanges but also aim to open more doors for Indian students by offering them international exposure, advanced learning opportunities, and potential career advancements in their respective fields.

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