A lawsuit filed in Delaware bankruptcy court has revealed that Gabe Bankman-Fried, the younger brother of Sam Bankman-Fried and a former top lobbyist for the failed crypto exchange FTX, had contemplated acquiring the island nation of Nauru in the Pacific. His intention was to establish a fortified bunker-state to safeguard his philanthropic allies and create
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The construction industry is facing a significant challenge as the world’s population continues to grow – the need to use fewer resources and transition to sustainable materials. In response, scientists from the Universities of Stuttgart and Freiburg have embarked on a groundbreaking project to develop innovative methods and materials for construction. Collaborating on the construction
A recent study published in the International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development investigates the role of renewable energy microfinance in promoting financial inclusion and empowering vulnerable populations. Conducted by Andrea Gatto from Wenzhou-Kean University in Zheijiang, China, the research delves into the concept of energy microfinance and its potential to address the energy and
President Joe Biden recently convened a meeting at the White House with top tech leaders to discuss the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on society. During the meeting, Biden emphasized the tremendous potential and risks associated with AI. He acknowledged the significant promise it holds for our economy, national security, and society as a
RoboÉireann, the robot soccer team representing Maynooth University in Ireland, has emerged as the Challenge Shield winners in the prestigious RoboCup 2023 Standard Platform League. This international robotics competition took place in Bordeaux, France. By securing an impressive score of 67-2 across nine matches, RoboÉireann successfully overcame tough competition from teams hailing from Germany, the
Scientists have made a breakthrough in the field of single atom catalysis, with the potential to significantly reduce the emission of unburned methane from natural-gas engine exhaust. Methane is a highly potent greenhouse gas, trapping heat at a rate 25 times higher than carbon dioxide. The researchers from the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator
Rice University engineers have made a significant breakthrough in clean energy by developing a device that can efficiently convert sunlight into hydrogen. This innovative technology combines next-generation halide perovskite semiconductors with electrocatalysts in a single, durable, cost-effective, and scalable device. The device, called an integrated photoreactor, has the ability to serve as a platform for
Canada’s top cybersecurity official, Sami Khoury, recently revealed that hackers and propagandists are harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to create malicious software, craft convincing phishing emails, and disseminate disinformation online. This insight sheds light on the fact that the technological revolution sweeping Silicon Valley has not been limited to legitimate use but has also permeated the
Blizzard has released a new patch in preparation for the highly anticipated season 1 update of Diablo IV. The hefty 8GB patch 1.1.0a brings a variety of changes, including balance adjustments, bug fixes, and the addition of unique items. One notable permanent upgrade is the availability of Altars of Lilith unlocks account-wide when starting as
Researchers from the University of Maryland are employing deep learning, an AI technique, along with satellite imagery to identify unexploded munitions in Ukraine. The team has successfully mapped approximately 2.5 million artillery strike craters spanning a 500-mile area in the country’s agricultural regions. This data can be used by demining organizations to prioritize cleanup efforts