Technology

  • TON and Telegram play a crucial role in Web3 gaming

    TON and Telegram play a crucial role in Web3 gaming

    The transition from Web2 to Web3 in gaming can significantly advance through Telegram’s The Open Network (TON) integration, creating new opportunities for developers and users. Founded by a team with extensive experience monetizing high-traffic Web2 platforms like WeChat, Web3 gaming initiative Catizen seeks to replicate this success within the Telegram ecosystem. Read more

  • Procreate App Takes Stand Against Generative AI, Shunning Adobe’s Approach

    Procreate App Takes Stand Against Generative AI, Shunning Adobe’s Approach

    “I really fucking hate generative AI,” James Cuda, CEO of Procreate, declared in a video posted on X, marking a clear stance on what his app company thinks about Generative AI technology. His statement marks a stark departure from the AI-embracing stance of competitors in the space. Read more

  • Google AI Can Hear Disease in the Sound of Your Cough

    Google AI Can Hear Disease in the Sound of Your Cough

    A cough is a clear sign that something may be amiss with your health, but how much information can be derived from how it sounds? A new report highlighted by Google Research on Tuesday said a team of researchers in India is using an AI model developed by Google to “hear” specific respiratory diseases, including… Read more

  • Quantum Dot Encryption Achieved

    Quantum Dot Encryption Achieved

    German scientists have achieved a breakthrough in quantum encryption using semiconductor quantum dots, demonstrating secure quantum key distribution over a 79-kilometer fiber link between two cities. This advancement, as reported by Phys.org, marks a significant step towards realizing a secure quantum internet and protecting sensitive information from emerging cyber threats in the age of quantum… Read more

  • MIT’s Hair-thin Batteries

    MIT’s Hair-thin Batteries

    MIT engineers have developed a groundbreaking hair-thin battery designed to power microscopic robots, addressing a key challenge in miniaturization and potentially revolutionizing fields from medicine to environmental monitoring. As reported by MIT News, this tiny zinc-air battery, measuring just 0.1 millimeters long and 0.002 millimeters thick, can generate up to 1 volt of power, enough… Read more

  • The End of the Magnetic Stripe

    The End of the Magnetic Stripe

    Mastercard’s decision to phase out magnetic stripes on credit and debit cards by 2033 marks a significant shift in payment technology, reflecting the growing dominance of chip-based and contactless transactions. This transition, beginning in 2024, aims to enhance security and align with changing consumer preferences in an increasingly digital payment landscape. Read more

  • New Pixel 9 and Gemini Live Show Google is All-In on AI

    New Pixel 9 and Gemini Live Show Google is All-In on AI

    Google is adding even more AI features to its suite of products, including the new Pixel 9 mobile phone, the company said during the annual Made by Google conference on Tuesday. Read more

  • ‘AI Scientist’ Aims to Automate Scientific Discovery

    ‘AI Scientist’ Aims to Automate Scientific Discovery

    Tokyo-based R&D company Sakana AI has released “The AI Scientist,” an AI system designed to fully automate scientific research. The company claims this system is the first of its kind, capable of handling multiple aspects of the research process independently. Read more

  • Huawei’s Upcoming AI Chip Could Challenge Nvidia’s Dominance

    Huawei’s Upcoming AI Chip Could Challenge Nvidia’s Dominance

    Chinese electronics giant Huawei Technologies is poised to unveil a new artificial intelligence chip that could rival Nvidia’s powerhouse H100 processor. The firm has been testing its Ascend 910C with major players in China’s tech sector, including ByteDance, Baidu, and China Mobile, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal. Read more