The preservation of art remains a critical endeavor as the passage of time continues to expose valuable masterpieces to elements that threaten their longevity. Among the numerous challenges faced by art conservators is the fading and discoloration of pigments used by renowned artists. In a recent study conducted by Duke University researchers, a laser microscopy
Physicists have long been on the quest to discover a specific state of thorium atomic nuclei that holds the promise of groundbreaking technological applications. This anticipated breakthrough would not only enable the development of a nuclear clock capable of measuring time with unparalleled precision but also facilitate the exploration of new frontiers in physics. Now,
The European Commission recently concluded an investigation into Apple’s iPadOS, determining that it holds significant market power and warrants stricter regulation. As a result, iPadOS has been designated as a Gatekeeper service under the flagship Digital Markets Act (DMA) rules. Implications of the Decision This designation means that Apple will now have to ensure full
Traditional social media platforms have long been criticized for their algorithm-driven feeds that prioritize engagement over user experience. These platforms often use complex algorithms to curate content, resulting in information overload and potential social harm. The push for maximizing user engagement has led to the rise of ad-supported platforms where brands and bots dominate the
Twitter user pl_evil recently provided a translation of a letter to shareholders from Bloober Team, revealing that their upcoming game “Project C” will be announced later this year. This new project comes after the release of Layers Of Fear, which interestingly had sequels titled Layers Of Fear 2 and Layers Of Fear. The studio is
The recent surge in Tesla’s shares during U.S. premarket trading is a direct result of the company reaching a significant milestone in rolling out its full self-driving technology in China. This spike of more than 10% in share price reflects the positive reaction of investors to the news of Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s visit to
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire recently announced his intention to acquire the “sovereign activities” of French tech giant Atos, which is burdened with nearly five billion euros of debt. Atos, a key player in running supercomputers for France’s nuclear deterrent and holding important contracts with the French army, is also the designated IT partner
The landscape of cloud infrastructure providers in the United States is becoming increasingly competitive. One such player, Oracle, is upping its game by enhancing its generative AI capabilities. The surge in AI applications, fueled by the introduction of chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022, has led to a surge in demand for cloud computing services and
TikTok has introduced a new feature called “AI-moji” that allows users to create a cartoonish avatar of themselves for stickers on the app. This AI integration has sparked some curiosity among users, but is it truly innovative or just another passing trend? Upon opening the app, some users are prompted to create their own AI-moji
The recent changes made by Elon Musk at Twitter have stirred up a lot of discussion and speculation. Reports suggest that Twitter, referred to as X in this context, is losing users while Threads is gaining popularity as an alternative platform. However, X itself claims that its usage is at an all-time high, even though