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SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, plans a December tender offer to sell shares at $135 each, valuing the company over $250 billion, reports Financial Times. Musk is expected to use his influence under a second Trump presidency to prioritize Mars missions and secure favorable treatment. The company aims for looser regulations on worker safety and […]
The Central govt has good news for those in the cosmetics industry. The government has launched a new scheme for beauticians called the ‘Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP)’. Under the auspices of NITI Aayog, this public-private partnership scheme will support beauticians in improving their businesses. For the pilot project, 25 women will be selected and trained […]
NASA has teamed up with Microsoft to develop Earth Copilot, an AI-powered chatbot designed to simplify access to scientific data about Earth. The chatbot can answer plain language queries related to wildfires, climate change, and other Earth science topics, making it easier for users to interact with NASA’s Earth Science data and encouraging wider engagement.
When Hurricane Beryl was rushing across Atlantic basin in July, the weather forecasting tool made by Google Deepmind saw something other models missed. The program called GraphCast, forecast the storm would take a sharp turn away from Mexico to southern Texas nearly a week earlier than conventional forecasts – and it was right. This shows […]
A study presented at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlights that while AI models like ChatGPT can improve patient flow and reduce paper use in hospitals, they may significantly increase carbon emissions. The research indicates that AI’s energy consumption, extensive hardware requirements, and rare earth metal mining for data centers could outweigh its environmental benefits unless […]
The European Union has imposed a hefty fine on Facebook’s parent company, Meta, totaling approximately 800 million euros. The penalty comes in response to allegations that Meta leveraged its market monopoly to automatically display advertisements to Facebook users, regardless of their consent. In response, Meta has announced its intention to appeal the decision.
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India’s first hydrogen-powered train will be launched in December 2024, marking a significant step towards sustainable travel. Powered by hydrogen fuel cells, it emits only steam and water, reducing carbon emissions. The train’s trial run will be on the 90 km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana, with speeds reaching 140 km/h. Indian Railways plans to expand […]
Samsung is preparing to unveil a tri-fold smartphone in 2025 to compete with Huawei’s Mate XT Ultimate. Recently patented, the device features three folding sections, enhanced durability, and may support an S-Pen. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series is also rumored for an early January release, with potential discounts hinted in promotional surveys, sparking anticipation among smartphone [&...
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has launched a major crackdown on spam calls and text messages. TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti announced that numbers involved in sending spam will be disconnected, and related entities blacklisted. In the past three months, 18 lakh numbers have been disconnected, and over 800 entities blacklisted, addressing the growing […]
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is offering $110 million in free credits to researchers using its custom AI chips, Trainium, to compete with Nvidia. The initiative aims to provide access to 40,000 Trainium chips for AI model development, with participants from Carnegie Mellon and UC Berkeley. AWS plans to allow direct programming of the chips, contrasting […]
Meta will offer Instagram and Facebook users in Europe the option to receive “less personalized ads” to address EU regulatory concerns. The new model allows ads based on session content, age, gender, and location. Meta will also reduce ad-free subscription prices by 40%. This move comes as European regulators push for greater Big Tech oversight […]
As the wedding season peaks, many people are receiving invitations via WhatsApp. But, this trend caught the attention of cybercriminals. A harmless-looking wedding invitation could be the gateway to a serious cyber attack. When people download these wedding invitations, their phones are infected with malware that allows cybercriminals to gain full access to their devices.
DRDO successfully tested the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile off Odisha’s Chandipur. Launched from a mobile articulated launcher, the missile met all mission objectives, demonstrating advanced navigation and maneuverability. Developed by DRDO’s Aeronautical Development Establishment with industry support, it can be launched from land or ships, marking a significant defence mil...
A new study by Cambridge and Oxford researchers found that brainstem damage is responsible for long-lasting physical and psychiatric effects in severe COVID-19 cases, including fatigue, breathlessness, and anxiety. Using ultra-high-resolution scans, they observed neuroinflammatory damage in brainstem regions. These findings may also aid in understanding conditions like multiple sclerosis.