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SCI & TECHSep 1University of West Indies Prepares Online Tech Ed OfferThe University of West Indies is preparing to offer online technology education, indicating an expansion of its academic programs.nearshoreamericas.com · Mexico
SCI & TECHSep 1Rain, internet outages hit first day of Hong Kong’s robot convenience storesHeavy rain and internet outages have marred the first day of operations for Hong Kong’s fully automated convenience stores, but visitors say they appreciate the new robot shop manager’s work. The “Galbot Stores”, operated by wheeled humanoid robots, opened two outdoor outlets in Hung Hom and Wan Chai and an indoor unit in Kai Tak on Tuesday, marking the city’s first fully automated retail roll-out. Shelves carry a mix of snacks and drinks, along with local souvenirs such as pineapple-bun and...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 1What two districts can teach India about dealing with rural wasteWorldwide, around 2.7 billion people do not have their waste collected, and of them 2 billion live in rural areas, an analysis by the UN Environment Programme has found. Where people cannot manage waste, they dump it on land or in rivers, streams, and seas, or they burn it — a major concern in IndiaThe Hindu
SCI & TECHSep 1Japan bear project aims to show coexistence, not culling, can prevent attacksAs a sensor sounded, scientist Akiko Takii hurried to a bear trap deep in the forests of Nagano in Japan, where rising nationwide attacks have brought fear and resulted in the culling of thousands of the animals. “It’s a small bear, I think, about a year and a half old,” Takii said as she peered at the 15kg (33lbs) Asiatic black bear thrashing in the cage. “It must have just parted from mum.” Its mother was not around, and Takii took blood and fur samples after her co-researcher tranquillised...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 1Anthropic reportedly agrees to $35B AI computing deal with Nvidia-backed LambdaAnthropic has reportedly agreed to a $35 billion AI computing deal with Nvidia-backed Lambda, signaling a major development in the artificial intelligence sector and its infrastructure.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 1Cancer and virus-free: Bats' longevity genes could hold clues for human healthScientists are studying the mechanisms behind bats' immune systems to uncover what they could teach about human longevity.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHSep 1Earlier volcano warnings could mean more false alarms - but they could also save livesEarlier warnings for volcanoes could lead to more false alarms but also have the potential to save lives. This discusses the trade-offs and implications of improved volcano warning systems.hindustantimes.com · India
SCI & TECHSep 1Heatwaves and secret emissions: Why nuclear power may not be as ‘green’ as you thinkThe war on Iran has triggered calls to double down on nuclear power. But is it really ‘clean’, can Europe’s energy grid cope and will it survive the wrath of climate change?EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHSep 1Cerebras teams up with Compute Nordic for 165 MW AI data center in FinlandCerebras and Compute Nordic have partnered to establish a 165 MW AI data center in Finland. This collaboration marks a significant development in AI infrastructure.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 1John Ternus to lead Apple into the age of AIIncoming CEO inherits company that leads the smartphone market but trails rivals in AI.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHSep 1Helical Fusion Co ., Ltd .: Helical Fusion Named a Final Candidate for Japan METI Fusion Power Demonstration ProgramHelical Fusion Co., Ltd. has been selected as a final candidate for Japan's METI Fusion Power Demonstration Program, indicating progress in fusion energy technology.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
SCI & TECHSep 1We need more mega-science projects, says CERN Director-GeneralFuture Circular Collider will push the boundaries of innovation, technology and imagination, says Mark ThomsonThe Hindu
SCI & TECHAug 31Sharp focus : how smart glasses help some AustraliansSmart glasses are being utilized by some Australians to provide assistance. This demonstrates a practical application of technology to improve daily life.camdencourier.com.au · Australia
SCI & TECHAug 31How Greentech increased Compost Screening Throughput by 50 % with the EDGE SCREENPRO S18The article explains how Greentech significantly improved compost screening throughput using the EDGE SCREENPRO S18. This demonstrates an advancement in environmental technology for waste processing.hub-4.com · United Kingdom
SCI & TECHAug 31The Pentagon now has its own version of ChatGPT and GrokThe Pentagon has developed its own versions of AI language models, similar to ChatGPT and Grok.techcrunch.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 31Waymo Begins Preparing Munich for Autonomous Ride-Hailing“Today, we are excited to announce that Waymo is laying the groundwork for our fully autonomous ride hailing service in Munich, Germany. With over 20 million trips completed and hundreds of thousands of commercial rides served each week, we are now bringing our fully autonomous driving technology to one of the world’s premier hubs for […] The post Waymo Begins Preparing Munich for Autonomous Ride-Hailing appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
SCI & TECHAug 31They discover that cat urine has such a strong odor due to an ability that surprises scientistsIt is due to tiny fat droplets in the kidneys whose function has always been a mystery. They encapsulate unique chemical signals in each feline so that these "messages" last over time.Clarín
SCI & TECHAug 31Mexican-built particle detector slated to help global scientists illuminate the birth of the universeIf all goes according to plan, the Mexican team, under UNAM physicist Antonio Ortiz Velásquez, will contribue to an international project at the famous atom-smashing CERN Large Hadron Collider. The post Mexican-built particle detector slated to help global scientists illuminate the birth of the universe appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
SCI & TECHAug 31This Drug Makes New Neurons in the Brain. Scientists Say It Reversed Alzheimer’s Symptoms in Mice.Delivered by injection, the drug transforms astrocytes into neurons. In an early study, mice modeling Alzheimer's showed marked improvement compared to untreated peers. The post This Drug Makes New Neurons in the Brain. Scientists Say It Reversed Alzheimer’s Symptoms in Mice. appeared first on SingularityHub.Singularity Hub
SCI & TECHAug 31House Intelligence Committee warns of 'Black Swan' AI risksBipartisan lawmakers cautioned that existing safeguards may not be enough to keep up with AI's advances.CNBC
SCI & TECHAug 31Sharp focus : how smart glasses help some AustraliansSmart glasses are being used to assist some Australians, demonstrating a practical application of technology. This highlights advancements in assistive technology.blayneychronicle.com.au · Australia
SCI & TECHAug 31The Witcher 3 : Songs of the Past preview – Geralt return feels like nostalgic farewellThis article previews new content for the video game "The Witcher 3," describing a nostalgic return for the character Geralt. It suggests a feeling of a fond farewell within the game's context.nichegamer.com · Japan
SCI & TECHAug 31CXMT Set to Become the First Company to Mass - Produce LPDDR6 RAMCXMT is positioned to become the inaugural company to mass-produce LPDDR6 RAM. This marks a significant advancement in semiconductor and memory technology.eteknix.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 31De la Espriella did not say “my homeland is the United States”; viral audio is AIAsí lo concluyó un análisis del laboratorio de Seguridad e Inteligencia Artificial de la Universidad Northwestern, en Estados Unidos. The post De la Espriella no dijo “mi patria es Estados Unidos”; audio viral es IA appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía