• Sun, January 26, 2025

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Sweden seizes vessel suspected of 'sabotage' after undersea data cable rupture in Baltic Sea

Swedish prosecutors announced Sunday night that they have opened a preliminary investigation into suspected aggravated "sabotage" and ordered the detention of a vessel in the Baltic Sea suspected of damaging an underwater fiber optic cable connecting Latvia and the Swedish island of Gotland earlier that day.

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Clear evidence of liquid water, not just frozen ice, discovered on Mars

New research reveals ancient ripples on Mars, providing compelling evidence of long-lost lakes that once existed 3.7 billion years ago.

by: Forbes

Nvidia Stock May Fall As DeepSeek's 'Amazing' AI Model Disrupts OpenAI

Barrett Woodside, co-founder of the San Francisco AI hardware company Positron, said he and his colleagues have been abuzz about DeepSeek.

by: MSN

Gorgeous James Webb Space Telescope images land on new U.S. stamps

The U.S. Postal Service has issued a new set of stamps celebrating the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful space telescope ever made.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

by: BellaNaija

Meet Dr Angela Tabiri, the Ghanaian Mathematician Inspiring African Girls to Love Numbers

Often described as "Ghana's Maths Queen," Angela Tabiri's passion for mathematics shines through her work and achievements. A 2014 alumna of the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana,

by: MSN

ThinkEdu 2025: Exploring the Indosphere

India's largest conference, the ThinkEdu Conclave, presented by Sastra University, is back for its 13th edition on January 27 and 28, 2025. Over 40 esteemed panellists will share insights into the exciting developments in India's education system.

by: MSN

In Scientific Research, Chinese Universities Surge Ahead of MIT, Oxford, Stanford, Caltech

In a surprising turn of events in the global academic arena, Sichuan University (SCU) in Chengdu has dramatically climbed the ranks in the latest Nature Index, now surpassing some of the world's most renowned institutions including Stanford University,
  • Mon, January 27, 2025

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Budget 2025: Industry anticipates strong boost for innovation and growth in AI and data science

Offering tax rebates for companies that prioritise skill-based hiring, upskilling, or lateral skilling initiatives could help foster a culture of consistent learning and adaptability within the workforce,

by: Indiatimes

'AI to outsmart humans?': Scientists warn of risk as Artificial Intelligence can now clone itself

Scientists warn that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has crossed a critical "red line" as researchers in China revealed that two leading large language m.

by: TechRadar

Too many passwords, not enough brain space? Here's how password managers can improve your life

This fact is why so many companies will force you to have a complex alphanumeric password that fulfills a list of requirements, why it's suggested that you don't use a single password on a number of platforms,

by: ThePrint

Search for an Indian Carl Sagan is on. Science influencers are being trained in labs and likes

Indian institutions have realised the potential of social media. They are conducting workshops for content creators on how to become effective science influencers—and get both facts and fusion right.

by: news10nbc

What to stream: The Weeknd album, Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell, 'SNL' music and 'Babygirl'

Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell starring in the wedding comedy "You're Cordially Invited" and The Weeknd's album "Hurry Up Tomorrow" are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

by: digitalcameraworld

Scientists build a "honeypot" system of fake cameras and networks to fool hackers trying to steal US military secrets

"I will create realistic fake videos, in order to deceive an attacker into believing that they have co-opted a camera system"

by: SHINE

Old Shanghai neighborhood reimagined as a creative hub

The urban renewal project NICE2035 in Shanghai's downtown Yangpu District aims to transform an old community backstreet into a dynamic and creative hub to inspire future lifestyles.

by: Reuters

European tech shares tumble as China's AI push spooks investors

European shares slid on Monday as the technology sector joined the retreat in other markets after China's upgraded low-cost, low-power artificial intelligence (AI) model sparked worries about the profits of rivals and the need for costly tech.

by: UCL

UCL helps shape global collaboration at Davos 2025

UCL experts including President & Provost Dr Michael Spence and Professor Tali Sharot joined global leaders taking part in the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland this month.

by: Chronicle

How to Unlock the Art of AI Prompts

You first need to tell AI what kind of expert you need. Using the phrasing "Act as if …" is a good way to start. "Act as if you are an expert on microbiology," or "Act as if you are a 16th century bard who has to write a poem for a king or your head will get chopped off if it is not humorous and funny."

by: CNET

FDA Finally Bans Red Dye No. 3: What You Need to Know

The US Food and Drug Administration announced this month that it's effectively banning Red No. 3, the controversial artificial red dye found in food and drinks that's been linked to cancer. The decision comes 30 years after scientists first discovered links between the dye and thyroid cancer in animals.

by: Vanguard

FG secures 340 patents for Nigerian innovators

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the successful acquisition of approximately 340 patent certificates for inventors and researchers since 2010.

by: WTHR

Bullying 'investigations' and religious instruction | Inside an Indiana education bill

Senate Bill 225 is a wide ranging education bill with bipartisan support. Here's how it could impact your child's education.

by: Time

What to Know About DeepSeek, the Chinese AI Company Causing Stock Market Chaos

Some AI researchers hailed DeepSeek's R1 as a breakthrough on the same level as DeepMind's AlphaZero, a 2017 model that became superhuman at the board games Chess and Go by purely playing against itself and improving, rather than observing any human games.

by: TechCrunch

DeepSeek 'punctures' AI leaders' spending plans, and what analysts are saying

Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has emerged as a potential challenger to U.S. AI companies, demonstrating breakthrough models that claim to offer performance Chinese firm's efficient AI model raises questions about Big Tech's massive infrastructure spending plans.

by: Forbes

The Women Who Redefined Tech For Good In 2024

As we step into 2025, the role of technology in society takes center stage. The world is questioning its power and potential. Looking back, 2024 was a standout year for tech for good — a year of bold action and measurable impact. And yes, women were at the forefront.

by: wwmt

Kalamazoo Public Schools teacher wins statewide excellence award, cash prize

A Kalamazoo teacher was awarded ten thousand dollars from the state on Monday for excellence in mathematics teaching, according to the MDE.

by: NextBigFuture

New DeepSeek Jan Pro 7B Beats OpenAI Dall-E 3 on Image Generation

DeepSeek just dropped a new open-source multmodal AI model, Janus-Pro-7B. It is MIT opensource license. It's multimodal (can generate images) and beats OpenAI's DALL-E 3 and Stable Diffusion across GenEval and DPG-Bench benchmarks. This comes on top of all the R1 hype.

by: Forbes

A Tool To Navigate Industrial Policy And Technology Hype Cycles

Learn how Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) help policymakers and investors assess emerging tech and navigate hype cycles in the age of industrial policy and innovation.

by: SHINE

From smokestacks to smart solutions: Shibei's evolution as an innovation hub

What Aviles describes is the result of more than three decades of transformation. Once an industrial wasteland dominated by smokestacks and pollution, Shibei has reinvented itself as a vibrant hub of innovation and sustainability in northern Shanghai.

by: Forbes

The Art And Science Of Strategic Partnerships

There are challenges to be overcome and risks to be had, but the value strategic partnerships bring to companies should not be overlooked.

by: NextBigFuture

Setting Up Nvidia Jetson Nano, Install Pytorch and Start Working With LLMs

Youtuber Ominous Industries provides a training video for setting up your Jetson Nano, installing Pytorch and setting up your own (likely open source LLM).

by: MSN

Revolutionary nano-chip quickly detects earliest sign of heart attack

Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) is revolutionizing biomedical diagnostics and therapeutics, enabling breakthroughs in biopharmaceuticals, antimicrobial resistance detection, forensic science,

by: MSN

IIT Delhi Releases 'Research Impact Report' to mark 67th Foundation Day

IIT Delhi released its 'Research Impact Report' on the occasion of its 67th Foundation Day on Monday. The report talks about the Institute's contribution to nation-building through various research and innovations in the last seven years by IIT Delhi faculty and students,

by: MSN

Team uses AI and quantum computing to target 'undruggable' cancer protein

Research co-led by University of Toronto researchers and Insilico Medicine has demonstrated the potential of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to transform the drug discovery pipeline.

by: MSN

Nigeria secured 340 patent certificates for inventors in 14 years - Minister

The Federal Government, through the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion, has successfully secured a total of 340 patent certificates for inventors and researchers in Nigeria since 2010.

by: MSN

ThinkEdu 2025: IIT-Madras Prof Ravindran highlights AI's potential but cautions against over-reliance

On Day 1 of the 13th edition of the ThinkEdu Conclave, presented by SASTRA University and hosted by The New Indian Express, Prof Balaraman Ravindran, Head of the Wadhwani School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (WSAI) at IIT Madras,

by: MSN

The dodo bird is extinct. This scientist says she can bring it back.

Yet in the not-so-distant past, Shapiro didn't see why the dodo needed to make a comeback. Like many skeptics of the idea of "de-extinction," she once thought there was no p

by: MSN

China's DeepSeek sparks AI market wobble ...Tech & Science Daily podcast

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

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NASA Tracking Bus-Size Asteroid Approaching Earth at 30,000 Mph

BS4 may be anywhere between 17 and 40 feet across, and will approach at about twice the distance between the Earth and moon.

by: MSN

IIT Guwahati develops groundbreaking method for Mercury detection using Perovskite Nanocrystals

Guwahati have developed a model to detect harmful metals like mercury in living cells and the environment. The research team, led by Prof Saikat Bhaumik from the Department of Physics, in collaboration with Prof Chandan Goswami of NISER Bhubaneswar,

by: MSN

Mystery Aerospace Figure Reveals His UAP Research Details

Moiz Ali 1/21/25 Mystery Aerospace Figure Reveals His UAP Research Details Discover groundbreaking UAP research from anonymous aerospace insider "Missileman." Learn about advanced propulsion theories,

by: MSN

Hal Puthoff Considers The Cryptoterrestrial Theory A Possibility

Moiz Ali 1/20/25 Hal Puthoff Considers The Cryptoterrestrial Theory A Possibility Discover how renowned scientist Hal Puthoff considers the cryptoterrestrial theory as a possible explanation for UFO and UAP phenomena.

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South African conservationist Dr Aaniyah Martin joins global Antarctic expedition

Dr Aaniyah Martin shares her journey as part of an elite group of women leaders heading toAntarctica to drive global sustainability and climate action.

by: MSN

Advancements in Optical Lenses: Simplified FZP Fabrication Process

Researchers introduce a cost-effective method for producing optical Fresnel zone plate lenses, using colored photoresists for enhanced light manipulation.

by: MSN

North Korea's successful missile test ratchets up regional tensions

The US and South Korea are said to be 'closely analysing' the latest missile tests from North Korea, which the hermit state said are part of an 'overall plan to implement efforts to build the country'

by: MSN

Watch: Earth seen glowing in space by Blue Ghost on its way to the Moon

Days after it was launched from Earth, Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander is cruising in the vacuum in space as it journeys towards the Moon. The spacecraft captured stunning images and video of Earth,

by: MSN

GATE 2025: Important Exam Dates, Admit Card Download Steps, And Guidelines For Candidates

On February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, IIT Roorkee is prepared to administer the GATE 2025 exam in two shifts: morning (9:30 am to 12:30 pm) and afternoon (2:30 pm to 5:30 pm). Exams for 30 subjects will be administered over various times and days.

by: MSN

Major milestone: ISRO's 100th rocket, GSLV-F15, set for January 29 launch

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch its 100th rocket on January 29. The GSLV-F15 rocket will carry the NVS-02 satellite into orbit. India's accomplishments in space India's success in the space sector is largely due to its scientists.

by: MSN

Silicon Valley praising Chinese AI startup DeepSeek: 'Profound gift to the world'

A Chinese artificial-intelligence company has Silicon Valley raving, calling it "amazing and impressive,"despite working with less-advanced chips.

by: MSN

'I admire a lot': Bill Gates praises Elon Musk's innovations, surprised by his foray into European politics

The Microsoft cofounder reflects on Musk's achievements while expressing curiosity about his political commentary in Europe.

In Scientific Research, Chinese Universities Surge Ahead of MIT, Oxford, Stanford, Caltech

In a surprising turn of events in the global academic arena, Sichuan University (SCU) in Chengdu has dramatically climbed the ranks in the latest Nature Index, now surpassing some of the world's most renowned institutions including Stanford University,
The article from MSN discusses a significant shift in the landscape of global scientific research, highlighting that Chinese universities are now outpacing prestigious institutions like MIT, Oxford, Stanford, and Caltech in terms of research output. According to a study by the Japan-based research firm, Clarivate, Chinese universities have shown a remarkable increase in the number of highly cited papers, which are those in the top 1% of citations in their respective fields. This surge is attributed to China's substantial investments in research and development, as well as its focus on STEM education and international collaborations. The article notes that while Western universities still hold strong in terms of quality and innovation, the sheer volume of research from Chinese institutions is now leading the global count, signaling a potential shift in the center of gravity for scientific research. This trend reflects China's strategic push to become a global leader in science and technology, challenging the long-standing dominance of Western academic institutions.

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https://www.msn.com/en-in/science/statistics/in-scientific-research-chinese-universities-surge-ahead-of-mit-oxford-stanford-caltech/ar-AA1xTiR3

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