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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Seeing AI's Thoughts: Google's New Approach

Ever wondered what it would be like to watch a machine work through problems, just like a friend would? Google's DeepMind has created a new AI, Gemini 2. 0 Flash Thinking, that lets you do just that. Although it doesn't think like humans, it can break down complex issues into smaller parts, similar

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Dec 20 2024SCIENCE

Light-Speed Up: How Graphene Boosts Photodetectors

Photodetectors play a crucial role in tools like high-speed communication systems and real-time monitoring devices. But many current photodetectors face challenges like low carrier efficiency and slow response times due to material constraints and interface mismatches. In this study, researchers des

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Dec 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Green Power: Cracking the Code of Electric Vehicle Batteries

Electric vehicles (EVs) are taking the world by storm. But before EVs can truly replace traditional cars, their batteries need a major upgrade. Scientists use a method called DEMATEL to figure out how factors in battery tech affect each other. This method is great for complex systems, but real-world

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Transforming Chronic Kidney Disease Care with Digital Tools

Did you know that managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be a daily struggle? Imagine having to monitor your diet, medications, and health stats all the time. Thankfully, digital lifestyle interventions are here to help. These tools can make life a lot easier for people with CKD. They can track y

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Dec 19 2024FINANCE

Why Did Micron's Stock Take a Big Dive?

Micron Technology, a top memory-chip maker, had a rough night after announcing their latest earnings. While they hit close to what experts predicted for the first quarter, their forecast for the next quarter didn't impress investors. This caused Micron's stock to drop dramatically in after-hours tra

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Dec 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Wearables on the Move: HUAWEI Surprises, Apple Stumbles

This year, something surprising happened in the world of wearables. According to new data, the total number of wrist-worn devices reached 139 million units worldwide. That's a minor dip from last year, but there's an interesting twist – HUAWEI replaced Apple as the top brand for overall wrist-worn s

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Dec 19 2024BUSINESS

Old Tech, New Life: Why a Bakery Sticks to Its 40-Year-Old Commodore 64 Cash Register

Imagine walking into a bakery and seeing cash registers that look like they arrived in a time machine. That’s the surprising sight customers encounter at Hilligoss Bakery in Brownsburg, Indiana. The business, which opened in 1974, still uses Commodore 64 computers as cash registers, a testament to t

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Dec 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Heroic Puke-Out: Robin's Gross Tech Use in DC's Vampire War

Imagine this: a tiny team of heroes shrunk down and swallowed by none other than Robin. That's right, Damian Wayne just used the Atom's shrinking tech in a very gross way during DC's vampire war. Picture this - Robin regurgitates the human resistance, led by Green Arrow, right into the enemy base. I

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Dec 19 2024BUSINESS

Palantir's AI Prowess: From Defense to Prayer Apps, Stock Takes a Dive

Palantir, known for its AI capabilities, saw its stock dip after a brief rally. The company, heavily involved in the defense industry, snagged a $401 million contract extension from the Army for its AI-powered Army Vantage platform. Analysts believe this contract could be worth up to $619 million.

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Dec 18 2024SCIENCE

A Portable Secret for Detecting Camphor Gas

Did you know that detecting camphor in the air is a big deal for the pharmaceutical industry? Current methods, like chromatography-mass spectroscopy (GC-MS), are complex and not portable. Imagine if we could create a simple, portable sensor to do this job! Scientists have been experimenting with po

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