Category: Tech

The Quest for Realistic Virtual Environments Scientists have long relied on studying mice to gain insights into the complexities of the human brain, owing to the similarity in brain neurons between the two species. However, creating immersive virtual environments for these rodents has always been a challenge due to the lack of appropriate technology. At […]

Introduction When Google burst onto the scene in the late 1990s, it quickly captured the imaginations of internet users worldwide with its ability to satisfy their search needs. Behind the scenes, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google’s founders, developed an algorithm that seemed like pure magic. However, what often goes unnoticed is the extensive redesign […]

Embracing Her Digital Doppelgänger Since her elementary school days in Woodbridge, Va., people have told Wilkerson that she resembles Hero Girl, known as Holly, from “The Polar Express.” She humorously described it as “heartbreaking.” But as time went on, she began to embrace her digital doppelgänger. Even though the resemblance is not exact, Wilkerson has […]

Implications for the App Store Market Following this decision, experts anticipate major changes in the way app stores operate. Google plans to appeal the jury’s decision, highlighting the ongoing dismantling of the app store question. Meanwhile, a new digital markets law in Europe, set to be effective in March, will force Google and Apple to […]

A Trend Towards Elaborate Presentations Children have long used Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides for gift requests and school projects, but this year’s wish lists appear more sophisticated than ever. They now include links, photos, decorative themes, and even QR codes. Madison Earl, a director of a medical spa from Brighton, Mich., recently witnessed a […]

Other Automakers Face Similar Challenges Rivian, a younger automaker, is expecting to manufacture 52,000 electric vehicles by the end of this year, a far cry from its eventual target of 150,000 per year at its Illinois factory. Likewise, Ford had aimed to produce 600,000 battery-powered vehicles annually by the end of 2023, with a specific […]

Concerns Raised about Medical Privacy The nation’s largest pharmacy chains, including CVS Health, Kroger, and Rite Aid, have been found to voluntarily provide Americans’ prescription records to law enforcement and government investigators without a warrant, according to a congressional investigation. This revelation has raised significant concerns about the protection of medical privacy. Although some pharmacy […]

Bringing van Gogh to Life through A.I. At the Musée D’Orsay, visitors can now engage in conversations with a remarkably lifelike replica of the Dutch artist. Named “Bonjour Vincent,” this replica was assembled using artificial intelligence and analyzed over 900 letters written by van Gogh himself, along with early biographies about him. The A.I. was […]

Immediate Actions for the UK However, more needs to be done, and the UK must act swiftly on three fronts. The Foundation Model Taskforce, responsible for safe AI development, should lead these efforts. To ensure biosecurity expertise, the newly announced UK Biosecurity Leadership Council, comprising academic, industry, and government leaders, can play a vital role. […]

Price Target Raised by Morgan Stanley Analyst Keith Weiss of Morgan Stanley adjusted Microsoft’s 12-month price target from $335 to $415 while keeping an Overweight rating on the stock. Weiss explained his decision by highlighting Microsoft’s strength in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations, particularly in generative AI, which demonstrates vast potential for automating […]