• Fri, March 14, 2025

by: ZDNet

These 3 AI themes dominated SXSW - and here's how they can help you navigate 2025

I sat through a dozen AI panels at SXSW, and three dominant themes came up again and again. Here's what they mean for you.

by: Verdict

OpenAI seeks relief from state regulations in US

OpenAI has appealed to the US government for relief from restrictive state regulations, advocating for federal protection to support AI innovation. In its submission to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP),

by: NextBigFuture

Ultimate Nuclear Salt Water Rocket 7.6% of Light Speed

Nuclear Salt Water Rocket (NSWR) is a rocket that uses known physics and engineering and there are versions that could reach 7-8% of light speed. The use low

by: Bloomberg

Trump's science cuts throw research world into chaos

Experts say Trump's mass firings and freezing of billions of dollars appropriated by Congress could have ripple effects on the U.S. scientific enterprise for years to come.

by: WCTV

Midtown Reader, WCTV team up for fundraiser to purchase books for Leon County Title I students

WCTV is teaming up with Tallahassee independent bookstore, Midtown Reader, for their inaugural "Let's Read" initiative.

by: Newsweek

For the Cleveland Cavaliers, AI Is Improving the Fan Experience

The NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers have adopted multiple new technologies and artificial intelligence tools to drive their operations forward. This includes collection and distribution of highlights as a way to engage fans,

by: CNN

SpaceX's Crew-10 launches, paving the way for NASA's Wilmore and Williams to return home

The crew-swap mission will enable NASA's Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to return home from the International Space Station.

by: WKBN

Oh WOW! hosts open house for major expansion

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — There was an open house Friday in downtown Youngstown for a major expansion at Oh WOW! Children's Center for Science and Technology. "Right now we have three different spaces going on the second floor," said Executive Director Katie Seminara-DeToro.

by: BBC

SpaceX rocket launches as Butch and Suni prepare return

SpaceX has launched a rocket carrying a new crew to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a plan to bring astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams home. The pair were due to be on the ISS for only eight days,

by: IPWatchdog

IP News: Barks & Bites for Friday, March 14 | IPWatchdog

Trump nominates John Squires as Director of the USPTO; former USPTO Solicitor Farheena Rasheed to the PTAB as Vice Chief; Senate Commerce Committee advances nomination of Michael Kratsios for Director of Office of Science and Technology Policy;

by: WCTV

Robots to face off at Al Lawson Center this weekend during student engineering competition

The FSU-FAMU joint College of Engineering is teaming up with NASA and other engineering groups to host the FIRST Tallahassee Regional this weekend at the center on Florida A&M's campus.
  • Sat, March 15, 2025

by: NextBigFuture

SpaceX Unmanned Starships to Mars 2026 and Manned 2029 or 2031

Elon Musk says SpaceX Starship will departs for Mars at the end of next year, carrying Optimus. If those landings go well, then human landings may start as

by: Zawya

MBRSC announces successful launch of Etihad-SAT

Satellite was launched from the Vandenburg Space Force Base in the USA onboard a Falcon 9 rocket on Saturday at 10.43 AM (UAE time)

by: InvestorPlace

Quantum Stocks Just Had Their Breakout Moment - This Is Only the Beginning

The market may be turbulent, but innovation never stops — and that's exactly why InvestorPlace Senior Analyst Louis Navellier remains confident. Just days ago, a little-known quantum computing called D-Wave Quantum's announced a breakthrough in the quantum computing space.

by: Hoodline

Esports Stadium Arlington to Host HAKcon 2025: Free STEAM Event for Aspiring Young Innovators

HAKcon 2025, a free STEAM event for middle and high school students, will take place at Esports Stadium Arlington on May 9.

by: news10nbc

Albanian opposition protests TikTok ban alleging censorship ahead of election

Albania's opposition Saturday protested the left-wing government's decision to shut down TikTok, calling the move censorship ahead of May 11 parliamentary elections.

by: CNET

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for March 16, #174

Click here for today's Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. Connections: Sports Edition offers some fun categories today.

by: PCMag

RIP Google Assistant? Gemini AI Poised to Replace It This Year

It's time for a 'platform shift,' Google says. But only if you have a device that can run Gemini with more than 2GB of RAM and Android 10 or later.

by: WCTV

WCTV's Rob Nucatola announced as Grand Marshall for 2025 Springtime Tallahassee Grand Parade

WCTV Meteorologist and Good Morning Show Anchor Rob Nucatola will be the Grand Marshall for the 2025 Springtime Tallahassee Grand Parade.

by: IOL

Jamie Thurston Wyngaard: A young innovator from the Cape Flats flying the South African flag high on global stages

Jamie Thurston Wyngaard, who grew up on the Cape Flats, is revolutionising the payments industry and earning global recognition as a leader in technology and innovation.

by: Reuters

US designated South Korea a 'sensitive' country amid nuclear concerns

By Timothy Gardner, David Brunnstrom and Ju-min Park WASHINGTON/SEOUL (Reuters) -The U.S. Department of Energy has designated ally South Korea a "sensitive" country, a spokesperson said on Friday, after the South Korean president briefly imposed martial law and amid talk of Seoul potentially developing nuclear weapons.

by: DatacenterDynamics

IBM to place quantum computer in Spain for Basque government

IBM announced plans to supply Fundación Ikerbasque (the Basque Foundation for Science) with a quantum computer in March 2023. At the time, the company was set to deliver a Heron-powered System One to Ikerbasque's main campus in San Sebastian by the end of 2024.

by: Sohu

Embracing the AI Era?A New Educational Paradigm is Emerging

"Automated Code" ≠ "Obsolete Skills": A superficial reliance on AI can relegate a person to the role of user. True mastery of algorithms and data structures lets you become a shaper of AI, leveraging automation for higher-level creativity.

by: NextBigFuture

Faster and Safer Version of Zubrins Nuclear Salt Water Rocket- Practical Interstellar Travel for Humans

AI gives a thumbs up to Brett Bellmore innovative modifications to Robert Zubrin's Nuclear Salt Water Rocket (NSWR). Switching from water to polyethene and

by: Reuters

US designated South Korea a 'sensitive' country amid talk of nuclear weapons

The U.S. Department of Energy has designated ally South Korea a "sensitive" country, a spokesperson said on Friday, after the South Korean president briefly imposed martial law and amid talk of Seoul potentially developing nuclear weapons.
  • Sun, March 16, 2025

by: News18

AP EAMCET 2025 Registration Begins At cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, Check Exam Schedule

As per the official schedule, the pharmacy and agriculture exams will be held on May 19 and 20 while the engineering exams will take place from May 21 to 27.

by: PCMag

OpenAI Says China Could 'Compel' DeepSeek to Cause Harm, Calls for Ban

The ChatGPT maker calls for a ban on China-produced AI models 'that violate user privacy and create security risks such as the risk of IP theft.' But any ban would probably benefit OpenAI, too.

by: CNN

SpaceX's Crew-10 arrives at the ISS, paving the way for NASA's Wilmore and Williams to return home

The crew-swap mission will enable NASA's Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to return to Earth from the International Space Station.

by: Hoodline

University of Texas at Arlington Upholds Elite R1 Research Status, Bolstering State and National Economies

UT Arlington maintains its elite R1 research status, reflecting its high level of academic research activity and impact.

by: TechRadar

Diamond set to become mainstream coolant for AI GPU servers as world's best thermal conductor promises 25% better overclocking, and 'double performance per watt'

Our Diamond Cooled GPU servers will empower NxtGen to deliver unparalleled performance and reliability to their customers, reinforcing their position as a leader in AI and othe

by: NDTV

Want To Study Computer Science? Check India's Top Institutes As Per QS Rankings 2025

While globally, The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is ranked as the best university in the world for Computer Science. Stanford University holds the second position, while Carnegie Mellon University ranks third. The National University of Singapore (NUS) is ranked fifth, and the University of Oxford also holds a top position.

by: Insider

5 wild things quantum computing could unlock now that Big Tech believes a breakthrough is within reach

Big Tech companies are heavily invested in quantum computing development. While unstable, the technology could change medicine and other fields.

by: Monitor

Kabale's UACE prodigy ponders career choice between Art and Music

At least 92,273 candidates who sat for the 2024 UACE examinations qualify for university admission, compared to 80,816 in 2023, while 48,570 students will miss out on university admission after failing to obtain the required two principal passes, according to the results released on Friday by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB).

by: politicsweb

Declaration of the Eighth South Africa-European Union Summit

Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, met with Mr Antonio Costa, President of the European Council and Mrs Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, in Cape Town today for the 8th Summit between South Africa and the European Union (EU). The Leaders issued the following statement:

by: news10nbc

AI nurses are reshaping hospitals care. Human nurses are pushing back

The next time you're due for a medical exam you may get a call from someone like Ana: a friendly voice that can help you prepare for your appointment and answer any pressing questions you might have.

by: Vanguard

Strange disease kills five Kebbi varsity students

A yet-to-be-identified disease has reportedly claimed the lives of five students at Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA).

by: Varsity

News in Brief: saving trees, the science of flowers, and Lego towers

A lighthearted round-up of this week's Cambridge news, featuring green-thumbed engineers and yet another creative use for AI

by: BarrieToday

Barrie teacher aims to 'bridge gap between logic, emotion' through art

There is such a disconnect, so when we integrate and incorporate the arts, that is where we start to bridge connections for all children,' says Crave Arts Academy founder

by: Astronomy

Space scientists fearful as Trump administration targets science and mulls NASA cuts

Researchers worry an "extinction-level event" is coming for space science as the Trump administration looks to slash spending.

by: Futurism

OpenAI Says It's "Over" If It Can't Steal All Your Copyrighted Work

OpenAI is raising the specter of China and suggesting the US will lose the AI race if it's unable to scrape copyrighted materials. As Ars Technica reports,

by: CNBC

The U.S. is losing ground to China in nuclear fusion, as AI power needs surge

China entered the fusion race in the early 2000s, about 50 years after the U.S., when it joined more than 30 nations to collaborate on the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor fusion megaproject in France. But ITER has since hit major delays.

by: Reuters

South Korea calls to avoid impact on US cooperation after 'sensitive' country designation

South Korea's acting President Choi Sang-mok called on Monday to avoid any negative impact in science technology and energy cooperation with the United States, after the U.S. Department of Energy designated South Korea as a 'sensitive' country,

by: Mint

Sunita Williams return LIVE Updates: Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams to return to Earth after nearly 300 days in space

Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams are set to return to Earth after nearly 300 days in space, far exceeding their original 8-day mission plan.

by: news10nbc

AI nurses: Staffing solution for hospitals or a threat to quality care?

The next time you're due for a medical exam you may get a call from someone like Ana: a friendly voice that can help you prepare for your appointment and answer any pressing questions you might have.

by: Insider

The ghosted generation

Whether it's LinkedIn or Tinder, Gen Zers are constantly being told "no." It's sending their anxiety and loneliness into overdrive.
  • Mon, March 17, 2025

by: NKyTribune

Expert says COVID-19 mRNA vaccine is 'safe and effective,' as Senate Bill 177 languishes

By Kushi Arora Kentucky Health News A bill that would have banned schools and workplaces from requiring a COVID-19 vaccine or any mRNA vaccine for student enrollment, employment, or medical treatment and would have made it illegal to give such vaccines to children died while waiting on a hearing in its assigned state legislative

by: AsiaOne

South Korea calls to avoid impact on US co-operation after 'sensitive' country designation

South Korea's acting President Choi Sang-mok called on Monday (March 17) to avoid any negative impact on science, technology and energy co-operation with the United States, after the US Department of Energy (DOE) designated South Korea as a 'sensitive' country.

by: CNET

NASA Crew-10 Has Docked at ISS to Relieve 'Stranded' Astronauts

Finally! A replacement crew has arrived at the ISS, and Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore will come home at last.

IP News: Barks & Bites for Friday, March 14 | IPWatchdog

Trump nominates John Squires as Director of the USPTO; former USPTO Solicitor Farheena Rasheed to the PTAB as Vice Chief; Senate Commerce Committee advances nomination of Michael Kratsios for Director of Office of Science and Technology Policy;
The article from IPWatchdog dated March 14, 2025, discusses various updates and events in the intellectual property (IP) world. It covers the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to review a case involving the patent eligibility of diagnostic methods, which could have significant implications for the biotech industry. Additionally, it mentions the Federal Circuit's ruling on the obviousness standard in patent law, potentially affecting how patents are granted and litigated. The piece also highlights a new initiative by the USPTO to streamline patent prosecution, aiming to reduce pendency times. Other topics include legislative news with proposed changes to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) procedures, international IP developments like China's new IP court, and updates on notable IP lawsuits, including one involving a major tech company accused of infringing on multiple patents. The article concludes with a brief on upcoming IP events and conferences.

Read the Full IPWatchdog Article at:
https://ipwatchdog.com/2025/03/14/other-barks-bites-march-14-2025/id=187271/