In the quest to uncover the mysteries of quasicrystals, scientists at MIT have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize our understanding of these enigmatic materials. Through the innovative use of twistronics, the researchers have not only created atomically thin versions of quasicrystals, but also manipulated their properties to exhibit phenomena such as superconductivity. This
The Elder Scrolls series, known for its immersive open-world RPG games, has recently released a new addition to its franchise. However, fans hoping for The Elder Scrolls VI will be disappointed, as the new release is yet another spin-off mobile game. Titled “The Elder Scrolls: Castles,” this game serves as a spiritual sequel to the
In an era dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), the use of data for training machine learning models has drawn significant criticism. Tech giants like Meta Platforms, previously known as Facebook, have come under scrutiny for utilizing information scraped from the internet without permission. However, Meta aims to set a different standard. The company’s top policy
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has recently revealed that it utilized public posts from these platforms to train parts of its new Meta AI virtual assistant. However, in an effort to prioritize privacy, the company excluded private posts shared exclusively among friends and family. In an interview with Reuters, Meta’s President
Top policymakers have issued a stern warning to Europe, stating that if the region wants to maintain its status as a global industrial power, it must invest more rapidly and substantially in its energy transition. These concerns were voiced during a conference on clean energy transition held in Paris, organized by the International Energy Agency
As the world delves deeper into the realms of generative AI, one might wonder why the fintech industry, particularly financial advisors, has lagged behind in its adoption of this transformative technology. However, a New York City-based fintech startup called Vise is determined to change this trend. While it faced substantial challenges in recent years, including
Liquids have long remained a mystery when it comes to their behavior under intense laser fields. Unlike gases and solids, little is known about the light-induced processes in liquids. However, a recent study conducted by an international team of researchers from the Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter (MPSD) in Hamburg
The highly anticipated Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale will commence on October 8, and the online marketplace has already released several enticing deals. Customers can now benefit from up to 60 percent off on top-brand smart TVs, including Samsung, OnePlus, Sony, LG, and Xiaomi. In addition to these discounts, Amazon has partnered with SBI Card
Counter-Strike 2 stormed onto the gaming scene last night, swiftly dethroning Counter-Strike: Global Offensive as Steam’s most-played game of the moment. However, the initial player reactions to the new release have been somewhat mixed. Valve’s fresh and modernized free-to-play first-person shooter (FPS) boasts an array of exciting features, from dynamic smoke effects to enhanced server
China’s chip equipment manufacturers have experienced a significant surge in revenue, reflecting Beijing’s determination to achieve self-reliance in the semiconductor industry. In the first half of the year, the top 10 domestic equipment manufacturers generated approximately 16.2 billion Chinese yuan ($2.2 billion), representing a 39% year-on-year increase. This growth comes at a time when semiconductors,