After two years of navigating through numerous challenges, Xbox CEO Phil Spencer now faces his next quest: making Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard worth all the hassle. Having closed a $69 billion deal to acquire the game-maker on Friday, Microsoft, the owner of the Xbox gaming system, has a rare opportunity to catch up to
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In a recent announcement, the United Auto Workers (UAW) union declared that it had not identified any new targets for strikes. However, the organization’s president, Shawn Fain, stated that the labor action had entered a new stage characterized by last-minute walkouts. Fain asserted that a fresh approach was needed to ensure progress in negotiations and
As concern for the environment continues to grow, finding sustainable solutions for waste management and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become crucial. The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory has conducted research that highlights the potential of advanced recycling to address these issues. By analyzing the production of new plastic through the
In recent years, advancements in neuroscience and brain-inspired artificial intelligence have paved the way for new possibilities in understanding intelligence. Now, a research team led by Tianzi Jiang at the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has introduced an innovative platform called the Digital Twin Brain. This platform has the potential to
Advancements in technology have paved the way for the development of flexible sensors using nanomaterials. Researchers from Changchun University of Science and Technology (CUST) and City University of Hong Kong (CityU) have conducted a survey on the fabrication of these sensors and their interaction with virtual reality applications. In this article, we will explore the
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undoubtedly brought about remarkable advancements, redefining many aspects of our lives. However, perhaps one of the most chilling developments associated with AI is the creation of deepfake images. While some of these images offer comedic relief, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger’s face superimposed on Clint Eastwood’s Dirty Harry, recent developments indicate a
The ongoing trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, the crypto entrepreneur and founder of FTX, has taken an explosive turn. Zixiao “Gary” Wang, Bankman-Fried’s former business partner and co-founder of FTX, testified in court on Friday, accusing Bankman-Fried of knowingly using FTX clients’ funds without permission to invest through his personal hedge fund. This revelation has sent
As robotics technology continues to advance, its role in our everyday lives is becoming more prominent. From cleaning robots to robotic lawn mowers, these devices are helping to simplify and streamline various tasks. One industry where robotics is making a significant impact is healthcare, specifically in hospitals. In recent years, hospitals have started incorporating robots
Rapid economic growth in various regions around the world has led to a significant increase in industrial waste generated from construction sites. Proper disposal of this waste has become a challenge, prompting governments to enact stricter laws to ensure its environmentally responsible management. One approach that gained popularity in the 1990s is liquefied soil stabilization,
Local authorities often fail to adequately respond to reports about security vulnerabilities. These reports, known as coordinated vulnerability disclosures (CVD reports), are submitted by ethical hackers with the aim of making the internet safer. While there have been improvements in recent years, a study by the University of Twente and the Dutch Institute for Vulnerability