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16 Jul 2024
NASANew atomic clock loses only a second every 30B years
Scientists at JILA, a joint institution of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado Boulder, have developed an atomic clock with unparalleled accuracy.
16 Jul 2024
AppleApple's new feature will help you recover lost photos
Apple's forthcoming major updates for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS will incorporate a new "Recovered" album in the Photos app.
15 Jul 2024
GoogleAI push? Google, Microsoft consume more energy than some countries
In 2023, technology giants Google and Microsoft each consumed a staggering 24 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity, surpassing the energy usage of over 100 countries, according to research conducted by analyst Michael Thomas.
15 Jul 2024
OnePlusOnePlus Nord 4 launch: How to watch tomorrow's event
OnePlus is preparing to host its Summer Launch Event on July 16, where it plans to reveal four new products.
15 Jul 2024
Android 14Google's Ultra HDR image format is coming to third-party apps
Google has unveiled plans to broaden Ultra HDR capture support to third-party applications, aligning with Android 14's ability for true HDR photos, as reported by Android Authority.
15 Jul 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningNew AI tool can identify sex using dental X-rays
Brazilian researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can accurately determine a person's sex using dental X-rays.
15 Jul 2024
MicrosoftWindows users brace for change: Microsoft sunsets Mail, Calendar apps
Microsoft is actively promoting its new Outlook app as the primary tool for all email needs within new Windows 11 devices.
15 Jul 2024
OpenAIOpenAI accused of imposing illegal restrictions on employees
OpenAI is facing allegations of imposing illegal restrictions on its employees' communication with government regulators.
15 Jul 2024
UkraineUkrainian startups are developing low-cost robots for war against Russia
Ukraine's defense startups are harnessing innovation to construct a low-cost robot army, aiming to gain a strategic advantage against Russia.
15 Jul 2024
CybercrimesDisney hacked: Over 1TB of data stolen in security breach
Disney, the global multimedia conglomerate, has been hit by a substantial data breach, according to Insider Gaming.
15 Jul 2024
Elon MuskTerraforming with thermonukes? How Elon Musk plans to colonize Mars
Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, is fast-tracking his plans to colonize Mars with a focus on practical aspects such as dome habitats, spacesuits, and human reproduction on the red planet.
15 Jul 2024
GoogleGoogle's Gemini AI caught scanning files without permission
Google's in-house artificial intelligence assistant, Gemini, is under scrutiny for allegedly accessing and analyzing users' files without explicit permission.
15 Jul 2024
Elon Musk'Time to build Iron Man suit': Musk reveals assassination attempts
Elon Musk has disclosed that there have been multiple attempts on his life over the past eight months.
15 Jul 2024
CryptocurrencyIs your online account hacked? Here's how to tell
As cybercrimes increasingly target everyday individuals with the intent of stealing cryptocurrency, accessing bank accounts, personal data, or stalking, understanding how to protect online accounts has become crucial.
15 Jul 2024
CybercrimesAT&T hack: How much did telco pay for stolen data?
AT&T, a leading US telecom company, has reportedly paid a hacker nearly $370,000 in cryptocurrency to erase stolen customer data after a major security breach.
14 Jul 2024
DNANeurological roots: Gut-wrenching eating disorder result of brain chemical deficiency
A recent study on male mice suggests a neurological basis for anorexia nervosa, a severe eating disorder.
14 Jul 2024
OnePlusHow to improve battery life on your OnePlus smartphone
OnePlus has equipped its latest numbered series models, with significantly larger battery capacities than their predecessors.
14 Jul 2024
Climate ChangePlant species goes extinct in US because of climate change
The Key Largo tree cactus, a species native to the US, has been driven to extinction in the wild due to rising sea levels, according to a study published in the Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas.
14 Jul 2024
Solar EnergyOrganic solar panels now efficient enough to rival silicon models
Researchers at the University of Kansas have made a significant advancement in organic semiconductors, suggesting a future where solar cells could be more efficient and versatile.
14 Jul 2024
RobotsThese futuristic robots can amputate limbs and regenerate them
Roboticists at The Faboratory, Yale University, have developed soft robots that mimic certain behaviors of animals and insects, such as self-amputation and body fusion.
14 Jul 2024
GoogleGoogle Chrome crowned fastest web browser in benchmark showdown
Google Chrome has been identified as the fastest among its competitors, as per recent tests.
14 Jul 2024
GoogleStop juggling windows! Use Chromebook's split-screen hacks for multitasking
The split-screen mode enables users to view and use two apps or windows side by side simultaneously.
14 Jul 2024
Solar SystemScientists propose new definition of planets, Pluto still remains excluded
Planetary scientists are challenging the International Astronomical Union's 2006 definition of a planet.
14 Jul 2024
Reliance JioIndians stick to cheap feature phones amid smartphone affordability issues
India, the world's second-largest phone market, is witnessing a surge in feature phone usage due to smartphone affordability concerns.
14 Jul 2024
James Webb Space TelescopeA potential ocean world may lie beyond our solar system
Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have identified a potential ocean world, LHS 1140 b, located relatively close to Earth.
14 Jul 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAI tools make writing easier but sound less authentic: Study
A recent study published in Science Advances reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT, can boost individual creativity in writing.
14 Jul 2024
AppleEU users can now run classic software, games on iOS
Apple has given the green light to UTM SE, the first-ever app that emulates a computer to run classic software and games on iOS, iPadOS, and visionOS.
13 Jul 2024
CybersecurityWorried about cybercrimes? Follow these tips to stay safe
Online security is a growing concern for both individuals and businesses.
13 Jul 2024
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)Why gamified investment apps are risky for beginners
A recent study from the University of Toronto suggests that gamified investment platforms, which mimic games and offer rewards to maintain user engagement, could pose risks for inexperienced investors.
13 Jul 2024
AndroidHow to tackle spam calls on your Android smartphone
Android users have a powerful tool to combat the nuisance of unwanted spam calls - the Google Phone app.
13 Jul 2024
WikipediaHow to activate dark mode on Wikipedia's mobile site
Wikipedia, the widely-used online encyclopedia, has introduced a dark mode feature for its mobile website.
13 Jul 2024
Solar SystemEarth doesn't 'directly' revolve around Sun: What does it mean?
Contrary to popular belief, Earth does not orbit the Sun directly. Instead, it revolves around a point in space known as a barycentre, which is typically near but not within the Sun.
13 Jul 2024
AndroidCustomizing Android: How to set or clear default apps
Android users enjoy the flexibility of customizing their devices by setting and clearing default apps.
13 Jul 2024
Health & WellnessThese innovative light-activated drugs can treat neuropathic pain
Researchers from the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), have developed light-activated compounds in order to treat neuropathic pain.
13 Jul 2024
Elon MuskSpaceX's Falcon 9 grounded after first in-flight failure since 2015
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, a reliable vehicle for the company, is currently grounded following an unusual in-flight failure during the "Starlink Group 9-3" mission.
13 Jul 2024
Space NewsWatch: Rare celestial event to light up northern skies
A unique celestial event is on the horizon, with a "new star," or nova, anticipated to grace our night sky.
13 Jul 2024
Health & WellnessNight owls have sharper minds than early risers, research finds
A study led by scientists from Imperial College London, has found that individuals who are active during the night, exhibit higher cognitive function than early birds.
13 Jul 2024
Nature Ecology and EvolutionGroundbreaking study reveals life on Earth began 4.2B years ago
A new study by a global team of researchers suggests that life on Earth may have originated around 4.2 billion years ago, shortly after the planet's formation.
13 Jul 2024
OpenAIMeet Project 'Strawberry': OpenAI's initiative to enhance AI's reasoning capabilities
OpenAI is working on a new project codenamed 'Strawberry,' according to internal documents reviewed by Reuters.
13 Jul 2024
Donald TrumpMeta removes all restrictions on Donald Trump's Facebook, Instagram accounts
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has lifted restrictions on former US President Donald Trump's accounts.
