Recent research conducted by a team of scientists from Skoltech, Universitat Politècnica de València, Institute of Spectroscopy of RAS, University of Warsaw, and University of Iceland has focused on the spontaneous formation and synchronization of multiple quantum vortices in optically excited semiconductor microcavities. The researchers discovered that polariton quantum vortices in neighboring cells of optically
Hopoo Games has recently announced that they will be shutting down and joining forces with Valve. The studio, known for creating Risk Of Rain and Risk Of Rain 2, will no longer be pursuing their unannounced game “Snail”. Instead, the co-founders and other team members will be taking on new game development roles at Valve.
Brazil’s telecommunications regulator, Anatel, has threatened sanctions against Elon Musk’s satellite internet company, Starlink, in the midst of a public dispute with the billionaire over the country’s decision to block his social media platform, X. The Brazilian supreme court recently ordered a nationwide suspension of X due to non-compliance with the country’s laws. Anatel has
Instagram has recently introduced a new feature for its Broadcast Channels that allows subscribers to add their own comments directly into the channel. This shift in functionality opens up a whole new avenue for interaction within the platform, beyond the traditional one-way broadcasting format. While the main channel feed will still primarily serve as a
In a recent and controversial move, Brazil’s federal supreme court justices voted unanimously to suspend the use of Elon Musk’s social network X across the nation. This decision came after the court ordered Musk and X to appoint a legal representative within 24 hours, or face the penalty of suspension. The court’s top justice, Alexandre
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of Bonn, it has been discovered that thousands of light particles can combine to form a unique entity known as a “super photon” under specific conditions. This super photon, also known as a Bose-Einstein condensate, has the potential to revolutionize the field of communication by
The tech world has always been filled with promises of innovation and advancement. LobbyMatic, a company claiming to have AI-powered software capable of revolutionizing the monitoring of congressional hearings and research into legislative matters, is just another example of this trend. However, what sets LobbyMatic apart is the mystery surrounding its leadership and the dubious
In the world of computer science, bipartite matching is a well-known problem that arises in various scenarios such as rideshare apps, organ donor matching, and ad placements. This task involves pairing two sets of elements in a way that maximizes overall satisfaction. Associate Professor Saket Navlakha from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory has delved into this
The recent release of Risk of Rain 2: Seekers of the Storm has left a sour taste in the mouths of many dedicated fans of the co-op roguelite game. With an overwhelming 79% ‘mostly negative’ rating on Steam, it is clear that the latest DLC has not been well-received by the community. The feedback from
One of the major challenges faced in the Global South when it comes to detecting deepfakes is the quality of media production. Unlike in Western countries where high-quality media is prevalent, many regions in the world, including Africa, rely on cheap Chinese smartphone brands that offer lower quality features. This makes it difficult for detection