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Vitalik Buterin Proposes Limiting Global Computing Power by 99%
Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, has introduced a thought-provoking proposal aimed at addressing the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). In his recent blog post, Buterin suggests that humanity should proactively prepare for the singularity—a point where AI surpasses human intelligence, potentially posing existential risks. His proposal centers around a dramatic reduction in global…
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Grenergy’s Solid Performance in Q1 2024: A Step Towards Sustained Growth
Grenergy Renovables has announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, exceeding consensus expectations by a small margin. Overall, energy revenues remained stable, showing an 8% growth on a like-for-like basis. The positive contribution of services to EBITDA and the lack of significant changes in the project pipeline, currently including 872 MW COD,…
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7 New Android Features to Enhance Your Daily Life
At the beginning of this month, we introduced you to how you can experience Google AI on Android and showcased ways to stay secure, express yourself, and do more within your device ecosystem. Today, we are excited to present seven new Android features and updates designed to enrich your daily life: Edit Your Messages After…
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Say Goodbye to Android Auto: These Mobile Phones Will No Longer Have Access to Google Apps in Cars
Android Auto is not just any application. This platform allows you to access apps like Google Maps, Spotify, WhatsApp, and calls from your car’s screen, all without causing distractions while driving. This app on your Android phone is designed to project its interface onto your car’s display. These apps are constantly updated to prevent errors…
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Google Maps and Search Update Enhances Pedestrian and Public Transit Route Options
With the latest updates to Google Maps and Search, users can now find more convenient routes for walking and using public transportation. Google states that it aims to ensure people have the right information to make more sustainable travel decisions. Thus, with the recent updates to Maps and Search functionalities, users can now discover convenient…
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India’s Premium Smartphone Market: A Two-Horse Race Dominated by Apple and Samsung
In the first quarter of 2024, the global smartphone market witnessed a noteworthy trend, especially within the premium segment—those devices priced above $600. According to the latest data released by Counterpoint Research, the high-end smartphone market continues to be a duel between two tech giants: Samsung and Apple. The data from Counterpoint Research highlighted an…
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Google I/O Live: AI, Android 15, and Surprise Hardware Unveilings
Starting at 7 PM, Google will showcase new AI achievements, Android 15, and hardware at the I/O event. Heise online will cover the event live. It’s showtime in Mountain View: Google’s I/O keynote, a highlight of their annual calendar, kicks off at 7 PM. The spotlight is expected to be on AI technologies, including updates…
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Free Virtualization Software Now Available for Personal Use
Using Linux within a Windows system? Previously, setting up virtual environments to run different operating systems required payment, at least if you were using “VMware Workstation Pro” for Windows or “VMware Fusion Pro” for macOS. But that has now changed. Instead of paying around 200 euros for a license, users can now download the software…
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Chinese Probe Lands on Far Side of the Moon to Collect Rare Samples
In a significant milestone for space exploration, an unmanned Chinese spacecraft landed on the far side of the Moon on Sunday, June 2, as reported by the Chinese space agency. This mission marks China’s second endeavor in this uncharted lunar territory, intensifying the international race for space exploration. The China National Space Administration (CNSA) launched…
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Efficient Photovoltaics with Dye Combinations
Innovative Design: A team of chemists has developed a novel light-harvesting system that could make solar energy utilization even more efficient in the future. They used four photoactive dyes, stacked similarly to the photosynthetic pigments found in the cellular organelles of plants and bacteria. This combination allows the dyes to absorb a substantial amount of…