GLOBEALERT

Feed

Open sources, classified and cross-checked. 5,233+ stories.

SCI & TECHSep 2For a national science library in ColombiaLa Accefyn propone al DNP una licencia nacional administrada por el Banco de la República para reducir costos en el acceso a revistas científicas. The post Por una biblioteca nacional de la ciencia en Colombia appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
SCI & TECHSep 2Cochin University of Science and Technology decides to introduce industry-flexible curriculumAbout 80% of the syllabus will comprise the core curriculum prescribed by the Board of Studies while the remaining 20% will constitute the flexible curriculum componentThe Hindu
SCI & TECHSep 2Frontier AI at a cost: what Anthropic’s Fable 5.1 means for the US-China model raceAnthropic’s powerful new Claude Fable 5.1 model has widened its lead in performance benchmarks over Chinese rivals, even as budget-friendly open-weight models from China continue to gain commercial traction globally. The American company said on Wednesday that Fable 5.1, along with a restricted-access version called Mythos 5.1, was the world’s most advanced model for software coding and complex knowledge work. The standard version scored 66 on Artificial Analysis’ Intelligence Index, taking the...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 2Nvidia Put $2 Billion Into Coherent. Is Optical Bandwidth the Next AI Bottleneck?Nvidia has invested $2 billion into Coherent, prompting questions about whether optical bandwidth could become the next bottleneck for AI development. This significant investment points to evolving challenges and strategic focus within the AI industry.Yahoo Finance
SCI & TECHSep 2‘Many jobs will disappear forever’: Bill Gates says AI could erase careers. Build a financial firewall before AI strikesYahoo Finance
SCI & TECHSep 2New York City schools ban AI for students from pre-K to Grade 8New York City Public Schools is set to introduce a sweeping ban on student-facing artificial intelligence tools for pupils from 2-K through eighth grade during the 2026-2027 academic year. The post New York City schools ban AI for students from pre-K to Grade 8 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
SCI & TECHSep 2Wireless Routers as Motion DetectorsComcast has added motion detection as a feature to its wireless routers: The feature sends push notifications to users when motion is detected near a connected device, such as a TV or printer. It has different settings for when people are home, asleep, or away. The Xfinity app also lets users see live motion activity and a feed of recent activity. Comcast acknowledges that the system has some limitations. Home size, layout, building materials, and the placement of the router and connected devices can all affect its ability to detect motion. Comcast says it does not guarantee its performance...Schneier
SCI & TECHSep 2Non - linear x - ray coherent diffractive imagingThis article discusses non-linear X-ray coherent diffractive imaging. It details a specific area of scientific and technological research.iopscience.iop.org · United States
SCI & TECHSep 2ICMR-NIN study shows Vitamin D3 outperforms D2 in supporting muscles and heartA study by ICMR-NIN indicates that Vitamin D3 is more effective than D2 in supporting muscle and heart health. This research provides new insights into vitamin efficacy for cardiovascular and muscular well-being.The Hindu
SCI & TECHSep 2She learned the names of more than 1,000 toys and her owner wrote a book about her: the story of Chaser, "the smartest dog in the world"Chaser fue una border collie que se destacó por su extraordinaria capacidad aprendizaje y memoria.Su dueño, el psicólogo John W. Pilley, estudió sus habilidades cognitivas y publicó en 2013 un libro sobre ella que fue best seller.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 2China’s No 2 foundry Hua Hong invests US$2b in new fab to meet surging AI-driven demandMajor Chinese foundry Hua Hong Grace Semiconductor is pouring US$2 billion into a massive capacity expansion in the Chinese chip production hub of Wuxi, racing to meet skyrocketing domestic demand for AI infrastructure and bypass US tech curbs. The fresh capital would fund the construction of a new 12-inch speciality line, its third facility in the eastern Chinese city, the country’s second-largest contract chipmaker said in a filing to the Hong Kong stock exchange on Tuesday. Once fully...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 2China cracks down on AI deepfakes and clickbait cluttering WeChat, RedNote, DouyinChina is cracking down on artificial intelligence-generated “slop” – low-grade, mass-produced synthetic content cluttering social media and news feeds – as part of a sweeping campaign against generative technology abuse, the country’s top internet watchdog said on Wednesday. In a statement posted to its website, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) said it had scrubbed more than 5.61 million pieces of harmful or illegal content and removed some 49,000 accounts during its latest...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 2LEAP 2026 : Saudi Energy Signs Deals to Support Digital Infrastructure for Data , AI Centersenglish.aawsat.com · Syria
SCI & TECHSep 2Smart appliances send up to 19MB of data a week regulators are watching the wrong screenSmart appliances are reportedly transmitting a significant amount of data weekly, raising concerns that regulators might be overlooking critical aspects of data privacy. This highlights potential issues with consumer data and regulatory oversight in technology.dmnews.com · United States
SCI & TECHSep 2European Resilience in Digital Infrastructure: The Changing Nature of State-Business RelationsAs the war in Ukraine progressed, Russian strikes increasingly degraded Ukraine’s terrestrial communications infrastructure, steadily deepening Kyiv’s dependence on SpaceX’s Starlink. The satellite constellation became indispensable for crucial military functions, including command and control, drone operations, and artillery fire coordination, with no readily available European alternative should access be withdrawn.This reality exemplifies the idea that today, governments rely on critical infrastructure that is privately owned and globally embedded. But these interdependencWar on the Rocks
SCI & TECHSep 2In 2013, honeybees were trained to find landmines left by the Balkan Wars; their extraordinary sense of smell was turned into an unusual detection toolA team from a Croatian university carried out the experiment, which was successful. The insects were trained to detect TNT, the component of these weapons.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 2What really helps Europe deal with droughtFix leaks, or ban pools? As European countries prepare for hotter, drier years to come, here's what the data says about how to really save waterDW News [en]
SCI & TECHSep 2Blanket bans on AI could cause data centre panic Blanket bans on Artificial Intelligence (AI) could potentially lead to panic within data centers. This suggests a significant risk of disruption if broad restrictions are placed on AI technologies.armidaleexpress.com.au · Australia
SCI & TECHSep 2Wednesday briefing : ​What behind the global backlash against datacentres ? This Wednesday briefing explores the reasons behind the global backlash against data centers. It aims to shed light on the factors contributing to this growing opposition.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
SCI & TECHSep 2Chinese research team may have cracked secret to crossbreeding Asian and African riceA Chinese research team may have discovered a method for crossbreeding Asian and African rice varieties. This potential breakthrough could have significant implications for global agriculture.scmp.com · China
SCI & TECHSep 2Chinese research team may have cracked secret to crossbreeding Asian and African riceChinese scientists have identified a genetic barrier that makes it hard to crossbreed African and Asian rice varieties – a discovery that could lay the foundations for creating high-yielding hybrids. While both Asian and African cultivated rice varieties have distinct strengths, crossing them often produces offspring with sterile pollen and low yields. A research team has now identified three genes that act as a barrier to reproduction – and also a possible way round the problem. “This...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 2Faster homework, poor exam results: What AI is doing to students’ learningAI is spreading in classrooms, but its impact on learning depends less on the technology than on how students use it.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHSep 2Blanket bans on AI could cause data centre panic Implementing comprehensive prohibitions on AI technology could potentially trigger widespread concern and disruption within data center operations.mudgeeguardian.com.au · Australia
SCI & TECHSep 2GTA VI becomes Netflix most - watched title : Extended Look records 31 . 1 million views , beats movies and TV showsAn extended look at GTA VI has become Netflix's most-watched title, garnering millions of views and surpassing traditional movies and TV shows.economictimes.indiatimes.com · India