Blue Origin’s New Shepard launch delayed by ground issue. Prior setback in Sept 2022: engine nozzle failure. Bezos stresses safety; new attempt on Tuesday. In a setback for Blue Origin’s ambitious space tourism plans, the much-anticipated return to flight for the New Shepard rocket has been delayed. The Jeff Bezos-founded company announced that the uncrewed … Read more
Icelandic volcano erupts, 4,000 evacuated. Grindavik eruption: 3.5km crack, rapid lava flow. Evacuations ongoing; no impact on international flights. Reykjavik, Iceland – In the wake of escalating seismic activity, a volcanic eruption has rocked the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwest Iceland, prompting emergency evacuations and raising concerns among residents and authorities. The Icelandic Met Office confirmed … Read more
Apple settles $25M for deceptive Family Sharing ads. Eligible customers can claim up to $30 for subscriptions from June 2015 to January 2019 by March 1, 2024. Opt-out by March 1, 2024, for those considering legal action. In a landmark resolution to the legal battle between tech giant Apple Inc. and users of its Family … Read more
5.9 magnitude quake in Gansu: 127 dead, 700+ injured. Urgent search in freezing conditions; President Xi calls for all-out efforts. Global aid: Putin condolences; China allocates $28 million for recovery. In the aftermath of a powerful earthquake that struck northwest China just before midnight, rescuers in remote villages are tirelessly sifting through the wreckage of … Read more
Chinese researchers unveil Twist Boron Nitride (TBN), redefining optical crystals. TBN boosts laser efficiency, surpassing traditional crystals. Team pioneers compact, high-function lasers with twist-phase-matching theory. Chinese researchers has unveiled a revolutionary ultrathin optical crystal poised to reshape the landscape of laser technology. Led by Prof. Wang Enge from the School of Physics at Peking University, … Read more
DG Mukaram Khan launches PTA’s Cybersecurity Week for strong passwords. Dec 18-24, PTA educates on cybersecurity via social media. Aligned with PTA’s strategy for a safer digital transformation. In a strategic move to bolster cybersecurity measures across Pakistan, Muhammad Mukaram Khan Director General (DG) of Cyber Vigilance at the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), unveiled the … Read more
WA proposes AI Task Force Bills 5838 and 1934. 42-member group to assess AI risks, including ChatGPT. Meets biannually, delivers recommendations by June 1, 2027. Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has joined forces with Sen. Joe Nguyen and Rep. Travis Couture to propose legislation establishing an Artificial Intelligence Task Force. The initiative aims to … Read more
Generative AI hindered by data and safety issues. Companies cautiously experiment amid economic uncertainty. Accenture faces AI commitment gap and data governance issues. Accenture CEO Julie Sweet cautioned that a significant number of companies are not adequately prepared to deploy generative AI at scale. The lack of robust data infrastructure and necessary controls for ensuring … Read more
Gates predicts a healthcare revolution with AI in 2024. He proposes gut supplements for infant malnutrition. Optimism for nuclear power in battling climate change in 2024. Bill Gates has declared 2024 as the pivotal year for groundbreaking advancements across various fronts, with a particular emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI). The Microsoft co-founder foresees a cascade … Read more
Saxony-Anhalt mandates pro-Israel stance for citizenship. Zieschang links German citizenship to anti-Semitism combat. Move reflects historical responsibility amid tensions. German state of Saxony-Anhalt has instituted a new requirement for citizenship applicants, making it mandatory to declare support for Israel’s right to exist. Aapplicants must provide a written statement affirming their recognition of Israel’s right to … Read more
Musk alarms on Italy’s falling birth rate. Advertisers return to X, viability concerns dismissed. Warning: Italy’s low fertility rate is a risk for investors. Elon Musk has raised an alarm about Italy’s declining birth rate, emphasizing potential implications for investors while noting a rebound in advertiser interest on the social media platform X, formerly known … Read more
PSL 9: Feb 17 – Mar 17, 2024, Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan Karachi Stadium: Doubleheader concerns; Schedule pending PSL 9 Squads: Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Multan, Quetta; Key players: Pollard, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Babar Azam, Rizwan, Amir In anticipation of the highly awaited Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) … Read more
Sheikh Mishal Al-Sabah is Kuwait’s new emir, succeeding Sheikh Nawaf Al Sabah. A Hendon Police College graduate, he served in Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior. Crown Prince Mishal dissolved Kuwait’s National Assembly on April 17, 2023, citing legislative authority amid political unrest. In the wake of the passing of Sheikh Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Sabah, the … Read more
The specific types of AI that are causing the most concern, such as deep learning and natural language processing. The role of governments and regulatory bodies in overseeing the development and deployment of AI. The potential for AI to exacerbate existing social inequalities. Artificial intelligence (AI) is making rapid strides in various spheres of life, but … Read more
Activision Blizzard settles $50M gender discrimination case in California. Targets pay and promotion disparities for women (2015-2020). Sparks industry discussions on accountability and diversity. Video Game Giant Resolves California Claims of Pay Disparity and Promotion Bias Against Women. Activision Blizzard, maker of popular franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft, has reached a … Read more
Coinbase sues SEC over rejected petition for new crypto rules. SEC sticks to existing laws, argues most crypto tokens are securities under their jurisdiction. Court case looms, potentially shaping the future of crypto regulation in the US. Coinbase Global, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, is set for a legal battle against the … Read more
China Restricts iPhones for Tech Independence. Boosting Local Tech: China Promotes Local Brands. Apple Dips Amid China’s Tech Control: Shares Drop. Chinese agencies and state-backed companies have recently issued directives instructing their staff to refrain from bringing Apple iPhones and other foreign devices to work, according to sources familiar with the matter. This marks an … Read more
AI self-replicates: Large models create smaller ones independently. Breakthrough collaboration: Aizip, MIT, UC achieve self-evolving AI. Tiny AI for objects: Chip-sized systems bring intelligence to appliances. In a groundbreaking development, a collaborative effort between Aizip Inc., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and several University of California campuses has achieved a significant milestone in the realm … Read more
