Sat, February 1, 2025

by: NDTV

Budget Allocates Rs 20,000 Crore To Science Department To Kickstart Research Fund

Signalling a commitment to research and development, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday allocated Rs 20,000 crore to the Department of Science and Technology as a corpus for a fund to promote private sector-driven innovation.

by: BBC

DeepSeek: What lies under the bonnet of the new AI chatbot?

by: Wired

Elon Musk's Friends Have Infiltrated Another Government Agency

Elon Musk's former employees are trying to use White House credentials to access General Services Administration tech, giving them the potential to remote into laptops, read emails, and more, sources say.

by: Forbes

25 Fantasy Games With Epic Quests And Adventures

Explore top fantasy games filled with magic, epic quests, and mythical worlds. Dive into adventures throughout unique fantasy realms across game genres.

by: Mint

?20,000 crore allocated to DST to kickstart ?1 lakh crore research and development fund

New Delhi, Feb 1 (PTI) Signalling a commitment to research and development, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday allocated ₹ 20,000 crore to the Department of Science and Technology as a corpus for a fund to promote private sector-driven innovation.

by: Forbes

10 Remote Jobs Posted $143,000+ Available Now: Full Time With Benefits

This is a full-time, senior-leadership remote job. It was reposted one (1) day ago. Netflix is, "one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages."

by: CNN

Blue Ghost lunar lander is documenting its journey to the moon. The views are breathtaking

The Blue Ghost lunar lander has captured its first images of the moon from Earth's orbit as well as a video of Earth eclipsing the sun. See the dazzling views here.

by: MSN

Budget boost for 5 youngest IITs with 6,500 additional seats, more infra; fellowships for all IITs

Budget allocation hiked to support IITs to Rs 11,349 crore, which is 10% higher than the previous year's budget estimate & 8.4% higher than revised estimate.

by: timesnownews

PDF Scam Alert! Hackers Using AI To Bypass Security On iPhones And Androids: How To Stay Safe

Hackers are using AI-powered phishing attacks via malicious PDF files to steal personal data from iPhone and Android users. Here's how you can protect yourself against such scams., Technology & Scienc

by: Newsweek

How DeepSeek Has Blown Open AI Race Between US and China

The sudden success of the Chinese AI startup took the tech world by surprise. Newsweek explores the impact on the U.S.'s lead in the industry

by: malaymail

Selangor to begin Quran-based STEM education this year, says MB

The Selangor government will begin incorporating a Quran-based science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculum in religious schools

by: NDTV

Budget 2025: Nuclear Energy Mission With Outlay Of Rs 20,000 Crore Announced

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a Nuclear Energy Mission to promote research and development of small modular reactors, with an outlay of Rs 20,000 crore.

by: MSN

BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus celebrates 25 years of academic excellence

BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus (BPDC), a branch of the globally recognised Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, has been a beacon of academic excellence in the UAE. Established in 2000, BPDC has consistently offered world-class education,
Fri, January 31, 2025

by: news10nbc

Texas governor orders ban on DeepSeek, RedNote for government devices

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott issued a ban on Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek for government-issued devices, becoming the first state to restrict the popular chatbot in such a manner.

by: CNN

Subterranean 'supercontinents' reveal intriguing new clues to what's happening beneath Earth's surface

Research on hidden structures deep within Earth's mantle challenges theories about our planet's middle layer and could transform our understanding of plate tectonics.

by: CNN

Two buried 'supercontinents' hiding inside Earth could be much older than previously thought

Research on hidden structures deep within Earth's mantle challenges theories about our planet's middle layer and could transform our understanding of plate tectonics.

by: Forbes

More On Notebook LM And Everything That's Happening With This Google Tool

Podcasts, as Whittemore points out, are part of the zeitgeist these past few years, and Bignell said that was a sort of organic addition to the concept, as notebook LM moved forward. He called it a "natural pairing:" Notebook LM's power of curation, and the idea of creating AI podcasts that are self-organized.

by: Forbes

What Makes Or Breaks A Blockchain: Gavin Wood's 5 Criteria

Gavin Wood shares his insights on what makes a blockchain last. A deep dive into Ethereum, Solana, and Polkadot's strengths and flaws.

by: Pulse

Medical schools told to teach future doctors how to use artificial intelligence

It is 'essential' that medical students are taught how to use artificial intelligence (AI), the Medical Schools Council has recommended.

by: IPPMEDIA

India's deep-sea manned vehicle debut in 2025: A milestone for science and blue economy

by: MSN

Punjab to get 'Best State' and 'Best District' awards under Green Schools Programme

Punjab has once again set a benchmark in environmental sustainability by securing the prestigious 'Best State' and 'Best District' awards under the Green Schools Programme.

by: MSN

UAE universities focus on relevant skills and workplace trends

"Graduate employability is a cornerstone of AUS' mission" Ali Shuhaimy, Executive Director of the Office of Enrollment Management, American University of Sharjah In your opinion, how can universities better incorporate interdisciplinary learning to prepare students for complex,

by: NDTV

University Of East Anglia Introduces MSc In Artificial Intelligence

The programme is designed to equip students with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to excel in the evolving AI landscape.
Thu, January 30, 2025

by: CIO

Revolutionizing data management: Trends driving security, scalability, and governance in 2025

By embracing ethical governance, organizations can foster trust, navigate regulations, and solidify their position as leaders in the data-driven landscape.

by: LancasterOnline

Nonprofit accuses Millersville, 3 state universities of racial discrimination in federal complaint

Millersville University is a target of a federal Office for Civil Rights complaint filed by a Rhode Island-based nonprofit claiming it and three other Pennsylvania state schools racially and ethnicall

by: Yahoo

Material World: Spiber Spins Pure Brewed Protein With Botto Giuseppe

Spiber and Botto Giuseppe successfully developed the first 100 percent Brewed Protein yarn, debuting at Pitti Filati in Florence.

by: businessday

15 universities in Germany Offer free tuition with English-taught programmes

Germany has become a leading destination for international students seeking quality education without tuition fees. Several

by: Politico

RFK Jr.'s health tech fix

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is bullish on health tech. Kennedy, President Donald Trump's pick to head the federal government's health agencies, wants to use artificial intelligence and telehealth to increase the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid recipients while reducing costs, he told the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday.

by: NASA

6 NASA Experiments on Materials, Benefitting Space and Earth

Did you know that NASA conducts ground-breaking research in space on materials like metals, foams, and crystals? This research could lead to next-generation

by: Graphic

Minister-Designate pledges investigation into dwindling land for research institutions

The Minister-Designate for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has vowed to launch an investigation into the shrinking land allocations designated for scientific and research institutions in Ghana.

by: TechCrunch

How DeepSeek changed Silicon Valley's AI landscape

Chinese AI lab DeepSeek provoked the first Silicon Valley freak-out of 2025. Here's what it could mean for American AI policy.

by: Forbes

Wafaa Mamilli To Join Roche As Chief Digital Technology Officer

Wafaa Mamilli will join Roche as the company's new Chief Digital Technology Officer in February. This follows expansive roles she has held at Zoetis and at Eli Lilly.

by: legit

Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University courses, admission requirements and how to apply

Are you interested in Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University courses? Here is a detailed breakdown of all courses offered at the university and instructions for applying.

by: Reuters

Goldman Sachs hires Amazon exec in senior AI engineering role

Goldman Sachs has hired Daniel Marcu from Amazon.com as its global head of artificial intelligence engineering and science to help develop and refine artificial intelligence platforms and products, according to a memo seen by Reuters.

by: Nature

How China created AI model DeepSeek and shocked the world

Government policies, generous funding and a pipeline of AI graduates have helped Chinese firms create advanced LLMs.

by: NextBigFuture

Tesla Paid Robotaxi in Austin in June, 10K Teslabots in 2025 and Robotrucks 2026

tesla has announced they they will have paid robotaxi without human drivers in Austin in June 2025 and they will thousands and perhaps ten thousand Optimus teslabots this year.

by: MSN

Prince George's Teacher Earns Presidential Award For Excellence

A PGCPS teacher is one of 4 in MD and 110 nationwide to win the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

by: MSN

American AI firms try to poke holes in disruptive DeepSeek

By Kenrick Cai, Anna Tong, Jeffrey Dastin SAN FRANCISCO -Developers at leading U.S. AI firms are praising the DeepSeek AI models that have leapt into prominence while also trying to poke holes in the notion that their multi-billion dollar technology has been bested by a Chinese newcomer's low-cost alternative.
Wed, January 29, 2025

by: Hoodline

Indiana Proposes Bill to Ignite Space Science Education, Aims to Prepare Students for STEM Careers

Indiana Rep. Goss-Reaves proposes a bill to boost space science education via a grant program and Space Science and Technology Fund.

by: Techzim

Science And The Problem With Chikumbutso's "Free Energy" Claims

Zimbabwe's Sungulani Maxwell Chikumbutso recently demonstrated what he claims to be revolutionary energy technology to President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The

by: FedScoop

Presidential AI advisers sign off on 10 priority recommendations for Trump

The National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee voted in favor of AI recommendations on everything from health and education to governance and workforce.

by: Politico

Trump and Musk throw the kitchen sink at Washington

If Trump and Musk are going to run the Tesla playbook in Washington, they might be in for their own unexpected culture shock.

by: NextBigFuture

Nuscale Power Doubled over 4 Years and Up 10X From 2024 Lows

NuScale and Standard Power are developing two new nuclear reactors facilities in Ohio and Pennsylvania powered by its SMR technology. The plan is to build 24

by: Forbes

Valentine's Day Gift Guide 2025: The Best Get-Gorgeous Luxury Beauty Products From Around The World

Fasten your seatbelt for a joyride and Tour of Beauty of some of the best luxury beauty products from around the world,.

by: Reuters

UK engineering firm Smiths Group hit by cyber attack

British engineering firm Smiths Group is managing a cybersecurity incident that involved unauthorised access to its systems, the company said on Tuesday, sending its shares down as much as 2.3% in early trade.

by: fox13now

Hospitals across the country are using artificial intelligence

Hospitals across the country are using artificial intelligence. See how guardrails vary from location to location.

by: ZDNet

Astronauts use VR to overcome microgravity's negative effects: Life inside the ISS

An HTC headset designed to work in space is offsetting the physical and psychological challenges of humans living off-world.

by: MSN

Enugu tanker tragedy: Nnaji advocates nationwide campaigns, removal of road blocks

The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji has described last Saturday's fuel tanker tragedy in Enugu State as devastating. DAILY POST recalls that the accident, caused by a fuel-ladden tanker,

Biosensor can detect rare earth elements for more efficient resource extraction

Australian synthetic biologists have developed a prototype for an innovative biosensor that can detect rare earth elements and be modified for a range of other applications.

The article from MSN discusses a breakthrough in resource extraction technology with the development of a new biosensor capable of detecting rare earth elements (REEs). These elements are crucial for various high-tech applications, including electronics, renewable energy technologies, and defense systems. The biosensor, developed by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, uses genetically engineered bacteria that emit light in the presence of specific REEs, allowing for real-time, on-site detection. This innovation could significantly enhance the efficiency of mining operations by reducing the need for costly and time-consuming laboratory analysis, thereby minimizing environmental impact and improving the economic viability of extracting these scarce resources. The technology promises to streamline the process of identifying and extracting REEs, which are often found in low concentrations and mixed with other minerals, making their extraction challenging.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/science/chemistry/biosensor-can-detect-rare-earth-elements-for-more-efficient-resource-extraction/ar-AA1y8ban