The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is witnessing a fierce battle between companies advocating for open-source and closed-source AI models. The recent move by Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to release a collection of large AI models, including the groundbreaking Llama 3.1 405B, has brought this debate into the spotlight. Mark Zuckerberg’s claim that
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The recent setback in delivering hydrogen-powered trucks to New Zealand, coupled with the removal of a NZ$100 million government rebate scheme for green hydrogen users, has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the future of green hydrogen technology in the country. The failure of the deal with the US company Hyzon for the purchase of
The integration of cellulose nanofibrils into 3D-printed concrete technology is a groundbreaking development that has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry. Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science have conducted a comprehensive study to explore the benefits of incorporating this plant-based material into printable concrete mixtures. Cellulose nanofibrils, derived
In recent research led by Stanford University, a groundbreaking technology dating back to the Bronze Age has emerged as a potential game-changer in achieving the ambitious United Nations climate goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The technology involves using heat-absorbing bricks in an insulated container to store heat generated by renewable energy sources such
The chipmaking industry is currently experiencing heightened tensions regarding antitrust issues, particularly centered around Nvidia. Rivals have accused the tech giant of abusing its market dominance in selling chips that power artificial intelligence. The U.S. Justice Department has initiated an investigation into these complaints, with concerns that Nvidia may be monopolizing the market and pressuring
A recent study conducted by researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has shed some light on the effects of psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, on the brain. By scanning the brains of seven healthy participants before, during, and after ingesting psilocybin, the researchers found that the connections within
Recently, Google faced criticism for an ad promoting its Gemini artificial intelligence. The ad, titled “Dear Sydney,” showcased a father using the AI to write a fan letter from his daughter to US hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. While the intention was to highlight the capabilities of Gemini AI, the execution fell flat with some viewers. Many
The recent study published in Science Advances sheds light on the challenges of accurately predicting tipping points for critical Earth system components in response to human-caused global warming. The uncertainties surrounding these tipping events, such as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), polar ice sheets, and tropical rainforests, are a cause for concern due to
The United States recently filed a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the popular video-sharing app of violating children’s privacy by collecting data about them without their parents’ permission. The Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) joined forces in a civil suit, alleging that TikTok breached the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). According to
The fundamental question of why the universe is abound with matter while antimatter remains scarce has puzzled scientists for decades. According to the standard model of particle physics, matter and antimatter should have been created in equal amounts during the Big Bang, leading to their mutual annihilation. Yet, here we are, surrounded by material objects
In a world where technology is constantly evolving, the demand for smaller and more efficient electronic devices is ever-growing. Traditional filter capacitors, such as Aluminum electrolytic capacitors (AECs), have limitations in terms of size and capacitance, making it challenging to meet the requirements of modern electronics. This necessitates the development of alternative solutions that can
Gas separation is a crucial process in various industries, from manufacturing to research. It is responsible for a significant portion of U.S. energy consumption and contributes to the production of millions of tons of carbon emissions. Finding more efficient and environmentally friendly methods for separating gases is essential to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
Stars, contrary to what was once believed, are not fixed and unchanging. Rather, they have the ability to appear suddenly in the night sky and then fade away over a period of days or weeks. One of the earliest recorded instances of such an event occurred on July 4, 1054, when a star suddenly appeared
Recently, a 58-year-old man in the United States made history by becoming the first person in the world to receive a temporary, titanium blood-pumper as a replacement for his failing heart. This innovative device, designed by the medical company BiVACOR, is a game-changer in the field of artificial heart technology. Unlike traditional artificial hearts, BiVACOR’s
In a breakthrough discovery, engineers at the University of Bath have developed a new method to eliminate health-harming ‘forever chemicals’ from water using 3D printing technology. This innovative approach involves the use of ceramic-infused lattices, known as ‘monoliths’, which have shown promising results in removing at least 75% of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a common PFAS