Wed, February 5, 2025

by: sinchew

NIA Unveils 2025 Startup Trends: AI, Green Tech, and FinTech Set to Soar as Thailand Drives Global Growth Ambitions

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 February 2025 - The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation (MHESI), through the National Innovation Agency (Public Organisation) or NIA,

by: Politico

What Trump's trade war means for 'friendshoring'

Colloquially known as "friendshoring," the policy is a way to hedge major industries like technology against big supply shocks, while reducing dependence on China and boxing out Beijing in the global competition for economic influence.

by: FedScoop

Trump administration requests input on AI 'action plan'

The Office of Science and Technology Policy requested input on a plan through a technology R&D office at the National Science Foundation.

by: dvm360

Upcoming microbiome-based nutrition products announced at VMX

Hill's Pet Nutrition announced improved Prescription Diet and Science Diet products will be launched early this year

by: YourTango

Psychology Says There's 10 Things That Must Happen For Two People To Fall In Love

Love often finds us at the most unexpected of times, and we wonder why we develop a strong attachment to another person. While it could be fate or being in the right time/right place, there are several scientifically based factors to falling in love and finding the perfect person for you.

by: manilatimes

DLH Reports Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Results

First quarter revenue was $90.8 million in fiscal 2025 versus $97.9 million in fiscal 2024, primarily reflecting small business conversions and service delivery timing. Earnings were $1.1 million, or $0.08 per diluted share, for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 versus $2.2 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, for the first quarter of fiscal 2024.

by: ABC

DOGE now has access to NOAA's IT systems; reviewing DEI program, sources say

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is now scrutinizing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

by: Mashable

Google deletes policy against using AI for weapons or surveillance

Google has quietly deleted its pledge not to use AI for weapons or surveillance, a promise that had been in place since 2018.

by: manilatimes

UST harvests awards at NAST annual scientific meeting

THE University of Santo Tomas (UST), represented by academic researchers, students and alumni, won several awards during the 46th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) of the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST).

by: InfoWorld

Is 2025 the year of quantum computing?

The year was 1900 and Max Planck was a young physicist working on the problem of blackbody radiation . This was an intense area of research because the experimental data—the radiation emitted by different types of matter as they were heated—disagreed with what had been predicted by classical physics.

by: Newsweek

Texas University To Host Four Nuclear Reactors: 'US Needs More Power'

"Nowhere in the country, other than Texas, is anyone willing to step up and build the power plants we need," said Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp.

by: Nature

Are the Internet and AI affecting our memory? What the science says

Search engines, GPS maps and other tech can alter our ability to learn and remember. Now scientists are working out what AI might do.

by: MSN

Why your wireless earbuds die faster over time and what science says about fixing it?

The findings underscore the importance of considering battery placement and interaction with other components in device design.

by: UPI

SpaceX launches Maxar 3 mission, high-resolution commercial satellites

SpaceX is scheduled to launch its Maxar 3 mission, with two high-resolution commercial satellites on board, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Tuesday after Monday's launch was scrubbed.

by: Sky

AI arms race 'risks amplifying existential dangers of superintelligence'

The author of the first International AI Safety Report warns that unchecked investment in computational power for AI without oversight is dangerous.

by: MSN

Israel opens major solar observatory in Druze-majority town of Usfiya

Solaris promises to be a major platform for education and research, with a particular focus on academic research into the Sun and its impact on the Earth.

by: MSN

Oxford professor joins UK government council to advise PM on science and tech

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)

by: MSN

KCB Bank advertises several top managerial jobs for Kenyans in February 2025, how to apply

Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) sought to recruit qualified and interested candidates for several open job in both managerial and analytics positions.
Tue, February 4, 2025

by: Yahoo

Space Coast launch schedule

The Space Coast set a new record in 2024 with 93 launches from all providers, building off the 72 orbital missions flown in 2023. With SpaceX's continued pace, more launches from United Launch Alliance and the debut of Blue Origin's New Glenn,

by: NextBigFuture

Teslabot Revolution Starts in 2025

Tesla said they have a goal of making 10,000 Teslabots in 2025 and increase to 50,000 to 100,000 in 2026 and 500,000 to 1 million in 2027.

by: NextBigFuture

Sovereign Wealth Funds and National Debt

China has the second largest sovereign wealth fund in the world at $1.3 trillion and it has over $16 trillion in debt.

by: fingerlakes1

Trump declares Career and Technical Education Month

President Donald Trump proclaimed February 2025 as Career and Technical Education Month, emphasizing the importance of equipping Americans with skills for high-demand careers. His administration aims to strengthen vocational training, particularly in science, technology, and engineering, to ensure economic growth and innovation.

by: CNET

56 Best Wellness Valentine's Day Gifts for the Health Gurus Who Have It All

Whether you're shopping for a holistic health connoisseur or a fitness enthusiast or, our editors' favorite picks have you covered for Valentine's Day.

by: SlashGear

What Happened To The Splikity Password App From Shark Tank Season 7?

Season 7 of "Shark Tank" featured a pitch for Splikity, a password management app. What fate did Splikity meet after that appearance more than a decade ago?

by: Edutopia

6 Strategies for Building a Sustainable STEM Ecosystem

Upper elementary teachers can use these ideas to create meaningful, interdisciplinary STEM opportunities that encourage experimentation.

by: UPI

Blue Origin mission simulates moon gravity

Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket and spacecraft completed its moon-gravity mission, but the capsule appeared to have a slight hiccup on its return when one of its parachutes did not open entirely on Tuesday.

by: manilatimes

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Expands Clean Energy Siting Invitation to Include Fusion, Hydrogen and Battery Storage

CNL's Clean Energy Siting Program introduces collaborative approach to siting emerging energy technologies and solutions at Canada's national nuclear laboratories CANADIAN NUCLEAR LABORATORIES EXPANDS CLEAN ENERGY SITING INVITATION TO INCLUDE FUSION,

by: Tempo

10 Best Universities in Europe 2025, Zurich and Oxford Included

Many countries are achieving higher rankings in global academic rankings. Several best universities in Europe have impressive curricula.

by: STAT

Scoop: Sword teases AI mental health expansion

You're reading the web edition of STAT's Health Tech newsletter, our guide to how technology is transforming the life sciences. Sign up to get

by: Couriermail

Australia to ban controversial Chinese AI company DeepSeek from all of its government systems

Australia will move to ban the controversial Chinese AI company DeepSeek from all of its government systems and devices on national security grounds.

by: MSN

CA defers confirmation of Philippine Space Agency chief Marciano's appointment

The Commission on Appointments has deferred the confirmation of the ad interim appointment of Joel Joseph Marciano as the director-general of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA). During the CA committee hearing on Marciano's appointment,

by: Diginomica

diginomica digital careers report - experts suggest 2025 a positive year for digital leadership

Recruiters are right to be positive; although there is caution in the market, there is also pent-up demand for digital change, and change requires leadership. Over 2025, diginomica will be reporting and analyzing the role changes taking place.

by: MSN

Beyond IITs: Some other institutes and courses you can apply for with JEE Advanced score

IITs are not the only institutes that use JEE Adv. Several other institutions focused on science and technology use this test for UG and dual degree admissions.

by: Scroll

Assam CEE registrations to begin from Feb 5; check details here

The Assam Science and Technology University ( ASTU) has released the notification for the Common Entrance Examination for Engineering courses ( Assam CEE 2025 ). Eligible candidates can fill out the through the official website astu.ac.in from February 5 to February 27, 2025.

by: MSN

9 predictions for the biggest research breakthroughs of 2025

From personalized medicine to wearable technology to hair loss innovations, this year could provide no shortage of ways for humans to live healthier Remember when science fiction promised us flying cars and robot butlers?

by: Forbes

Wellness Trends Report 2025: How Wellness Got Smarter

In this second report on wellness trends for 2025, I look at the rise in high-tech solutions for optimising wellbeing and the continued quest for longevity therapies.

by: Forbes

How To Future-Proof Your Rental Properties

Future-proofing rental properties is not just about maintaining value; it's about anticipating and adapting to future trends.

by: Forbes

Sir Fraser Stoddart, Leading Founder of Noble Panacea And Nobel Laureate, Dies At 82

While many brands borrow scientific language to reinforce claims, Noble Panacea is rooted in molecular chemistry, delivering scientifically validated improvements in

by: MSN

Over-complicated pensions are wasting UK growth potential

The UK pension industry has the potential to significantly influence economic growth - so let's do it, says Phoenix Group's Mike Eakins.
Mon, February 3, 2025

by: Forbes

Top 10 Technology Trends For 2025

The technology trends of 2025 paint a picture of a world where the lines between human and machine intelligence are increasingly blurred yet remarkably complementary.

by: Forbes

Why Most Top Research Universities Can Weather Trump's Funding Freeze

Federal funding pays for everything from PhD salaries to tech equipment. For many endowment rich elite schools like Harvard and MIT, it may be time to tap billion dollar nest eggs.

by: TechRepublic

Australia Divided on DeepSeek Response: Industry Groups Call for Action, Minister Urges Caution

Australian authorities disagree over the response the country should take to the runaway success of the Chinese AI app DeepSeek.

by: Crikey

What does the man behind DeepSeek want?

The nerdy, media-shy Liang Wenfeng seems more interested in shaking up China's own science and technology sector than he is in sticking it to the Americans or making a quick buck.

by: MSN

Mo-doped Ni?P nanorings boost seawater electrolysis for hydrogen production

Burning fossil fuels has led to a global energy crisis, worsening pollution and climate change. To tackle this problem, we must explore cleaner energy alternatives. One promising solution is the use of water electrolysis technology (electrolyzer) powered by renewable electricity to produce high-purity hydrogen (Hâ‚‚) fuel.

by: MSN

Assam CEE 2025 Exam Date Announced at astu.ac.in, Registration Start from February 5, Check Details Here

Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) has released the Assam Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) 2025 exam date on their official website at astu.ac.in on April 27, 2025. According to the official notice,

by: MSN

User-friendly system can help developers build more efficient simulations and AI models

The neural network artificial intelligence models used in applications like medical image processing and speech recognition perform operations on hugely complex data structures that require an enormous amount of computation to process.

by: theregister

Lightsail space tech gets tailwind from Caltech breakthrough

The idea of a lightsail comes from the fact that radiation pressure represents a mechanical pressure acting on a surface due to the exchange of momentum between it and an electromagnetic field. Since Scottish physicist James Clerk Maxwell showed that light has momentum, it's possible it could be used to drive forward an object in this way.

by: techUK

Government responds to Call for Views on Cyber Governance

On 31 January, the government published its response to the call for views on the Cyber Governance Code of Practice.

Scientists develop space-age metal that doesn't expand when heated

The Eiffel Tower grows taller in summer due to thermal expansion. While this effect is common in most metals, it poses challenges in precision engineering. Certain applications demand materials that maintain a stable size regardless of temperature.

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking metal alloy that defies traditional thermal expansion, maintaining its size when heated. This innovative material, composed of a high-entropy alloy (HEA) made from elements like cobalt, chromium, iron, nickel, and manganese, was discovered through a combination of machine learning and experimental testing. Unlike most metals that expand when heated, this alloy's unique atomic structure allows it to resist expansion, a property known as zero thermal expansion. This discovery could revolutionize industries requiring materials that maintain dimensional stability under temperature changes, such as aerospace, electronics, and precision engineering. The research, led by teams from Sandia National Laboratories and Texas A&M University, utilized AI to predict and then confirm the alloy's properties, highlighting a significant advancement in material science.

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