Shares of Digital World Acquisition Corp. (DWAC), the special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) seeking to take former President Donald Trump’s social media platform public, surged by over 50% on Friday. This significant increase came after the company announced that it had settled fraud charges with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a sum of
A recent study published in the International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development investigates the role of renewable energy microfinance in promoting financial inclusion and empowering vulnerable populations. Conducted by Andrea Gatto from Wenzhou-Kean University in Zheijiang, China, the research delves into the concept of energy microfinance and its potential to address the energy and
The construction industry is facing a significant challenge as the world’s population continues to grow – the need to use fewer resources and transition to sustainable materials. In response, scientists from the Universities of Stuttgart and Freiburg have embarked on a groundbreaking project to develop innovative methods and materials for construction. Collaborating on the construction
President Joe Biden recently convened a meeting at the White House with top tech leaders to discuss the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on society. During the meeting, Biden emphasized the tremendous potential and risks associated with AI. He acknowledged the significant promise it holds for our economy, national security, and society as a
RoboÉireann, the robot soccer team representing Maynooth University in Ireland, has emerged as the Challenge Shield winners in the prestigious RoboCup 2023 Standard Platform League. This international robotics competition took place in Bordeaux, France. By securing an impressive score of 67-2 across nine matches, RoboÉireann successfully overcame tough competition from teams hailing from Germany, the
Scientists have made a breakthrough in the field of single atom catalysis, with the potential to significantly reduce the emission of unburned methane from natural-gas engine exhaust. Methane is a highly potent greenhouse gas, trapping heat at a rate 25 times higher than carbon dioxide. The researchers from the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator
Canada’s top cybersecurity official, Sami Khoury, recently revealed that hackers and propagandists are harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to create malicious software, craft convincing phishing emails, and disseminate disinformation online. This insight sheds light on the fact that the technological revolution sweeping Silicon Valley has not been limited to legitimate use but has also permeated the
Blizzard has released a new patch in preparation for the highly anticipated season 1 update of Diablo IV. The hefty 8GB patch 1.1.0a brings a variety of changes, including balance adjustments, bug fixes, and the addition of unique items. One notable permanent upgrade is the availability of Altars of Lilith unlocks account-wide when starting as
Rice University engineers have made a significant breakthrough in clean energy by developing a device that can efficiently convert sunlight into hydrogen. This innovative technology combines next-generation halide perovskite semiconductors with electrocatalysts in a single, durable, cost-effective, and scalable device. The device, called an integrated photoreactor, has the ability to serve as a platform for
Apple’s stock experienced a brief surge on Wednesday following a report by Bloomberg News indicating that the company is currently working on its own internal artificial intelligence (AI) large language model. The stock saw an increase of approximately 1% during midday trading. This move by Apple suggests that it is taking recent advancements in AI