The Crystal Ball that was American TV in the Sixties What do the Roomba (that’s robot vacuum cleaner for those not paying attention since the turn of the century), iPad, video chat and tanning bed all have in common? Well, that funny looking thing that rumbles along your floor with a mind of its own […]
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The Future According to Bond, James Bond Since 1962, and lately in infuriatingly irregular episodes, the world has been enrapt with the adventures of Ian Fleming’s rather prescient James Bond. It’s a tough job saving the world He’s survived laser beams whose intention was to cut him in half. He narrowly avoided been tossed into […]
“Good evening. It is reported that at approximately 2 a.m. Universal Time Coordinated tomorrow, the first disruptions to the internet will be experienced in the Polynesian sector of the Pacific Ocean. Access to on-line data will be impossible in this region within 90 seconds followed by a complete web blackout. New Zealand and Australia are […]
Have you ever wondered how artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms are shaping the field of medical technology? Trust me, the advancements are incredible, but as a curious mind, I thought about it: How do we ensure these algorithms uphold ethical standards and prioritize patient safety? Well, my friend, the answer lies in transparency and accountability. In […]
UAE and UN launch 20kg satellite to revolutionize space access for start-ups and nations, marking a significant milestone in their joint initiative. In a groundbreaking collaboration, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United Nations (UN) are set to launch a 20kg satellite, marking a significant milestone in their joint initiative to provide access to […]
YouTube Playables gaming expansion, a new product offering access to online games, as part of its expansion beyond video hosting, aiming to enhance user engagement and diversify revenue streams. Today, YouTube, the popular video hosting platform owned by Google, is venturing into the realm of online gaming with its latest internal testing of a product […]
The Canada Senate bill mandates compensation for news content from tech giants, signaling a significant step towards fairness in the digital news landscape. This Thursday, Canada’s Senate has passed a bill that mandates Google and Meta, formerly known as Facebook, to pay media outlets for the news content they share or repurpose on their platforms. […]
Generative artificial intelligence (A.I.) in US-China tech battle is emerging as the new battleground, intensifying tensions despite recent talks between the two nations. In the battle for tech supremacy between the United States and China, a new battleground is emerging. The clash between the two nations over key technologies, such as semiconductors, has prompted experts […]
Google faces lawsuit over ad tech monopoly: Gannett, the largest newspaper publisher in the United States, has filed a lawsuit against Google in a Manhattan federal court, claiming that the tech giant has established a monopoly over the online advertising industry. The lawsuit, announced on Tuesday, accuses Google of monopolizing advertising technology markets and engaging […]
EU’s economic security strategy unveils plan to ban European companies from producing sensitive tech in China. On June 21, the European Union (EU) has unveiled its intentions to prohibit European companies from manufacturing sensitive technologies, including supercomputers, artificial intelligence, and advanced microchips, in countries such as China. The European Economic Security Strategy, presented by Commission President […]