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

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: 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: 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: 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

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.

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: MSN

Trump announces new tech policy picks for his second term

The President-elect nominated his former chief technology officer, Michael Kratsios, among other picks who will help guide tech policy under 'crypto czar' David Sacks.

by: MSN

Underwater robot drone packed with 100-year-old tool unravels secrets of Arctic algal blooms

Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology are using a blend of cutting-edge autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and tried-and-tested water sampling tools to study the spring-formed phytoplankton blooms in the Arctic,

by: MSN

Indian software tycoon wanted to hire Trump's new AI advisor Sriram Krishnan, but Microsoft beat him

Sriram Krishnan will serve as Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy": Donald Trump.

by: MSN

Korean conglomerates move to strengthen ties with Trump ahead of inauguration

Korean conglomerates are having a busy year-end as they prepare for the second inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump next month. They are focusing on building connections with the incoming administration and aligning their corporate strategies with expected policy shifts in Washington.

by: MSN

YouTuber Zara Dar drops out of PhD to become OnlyFans model: 'I've made over $1 million'

YouTuber Zara Dar recently announced her decision to drop out of her PhD programme to pursue a career as an OnlyFans model

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

NASA awards contracts for Near Space Network's science work

Space missions to the moon, Mars and beyond often get the most attention, but NASA's Near Space Network does a lot of heavy lifting for humankind's reach for the stars.

by: MSN

Sriram Krishnan reacts to being tapped as Donald Trump's AI advisor: 'Honored'

Sriram Krishnan was a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz till recently and a personal investor in over two dozen companies including SpaceX.

by: MSN

Sriram Krishnan: SpaceX investor becomes Donald Trump's AI policy advisor - Details

Sriram Krishnan has been appointed as Donald Trump's policy advisor for Artificial Intelligence. Sriram Krishnan, is also one of the investors in SpaceX, as per his website. Sriram Krishnan will serve as Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

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,

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.

The article discusses the resurgence of African trypanosomiasis, commonly known as sleeping sickness, a disease caused by the parasite *Trypanosoma brucei* and transmitted by the tsetse fly. This illness, which was nearly eradicated, is now seeing a potential comeback due to factors like climate change, increased travel, and reduced control measures. Symptoms include fever, headaches, and can progress to severe neurological issues like psychosis, confusion, and sleep disturbances, eventually leading to coma or death if untreated. The disease poses a significant risk of spreading worldwide, especially with the movement of infected individuals and the expansion of tsetse fly habitats. Efforts to control the disease include surveillance, treatment with drugs like pentamidine, and vector control, but challenges remain due to the parasite's ability to evade the immune system and the complexity of its lifecycle.

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