Vietnam has finalized a $680 million deal with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) for the purchase of two advanced spy satellites, marking a significant step in Hanoi’s efforts to enhance its surveillance capabilities
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to detect errors in scientific research papers, an effort that has gained traction following a high-profile mistake involving black plastic cooking utensils. The error, a
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Microsoft’s claim to have created the first ‘topological qubits’—a milestone in quantum computing—has come under renewed scrutiny. A recent analysis questions the validity of the test Microsoft uses to detect Majorana quasiparticles,
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The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is fueling a dramatic rise in energy consumption, yet the true scale of its electricity demands remains uncertain. A recent Nature report highlights the growing concerns
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For the first time, artificial intelligence could allow astronomers to witness the epic collision of neutron stars in real time, turning telescopes toward these cosmic cataclysms before they even occur. A breakthrough
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As the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act takes effect, researchers and policymakers are focusing on developing clinical AI that mimics the decision-making processes of human doctors. The regulation, which imposes strict oversight
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China’s Supreme People’s Court has taken a significant step in addressing academic misconduct by calling for a crackdown on paper mills—businesses that generate and sell fraudulent or low-quality research papers. This move
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China is now leading the world in fundamental research on next-generation computer chips, producing more than twice the number of research papers as the United States in key areas of chip design
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As data centers on Earth continue to consume vast amounts of energy and resources, some technology companies are exploring a radical alternative—moving data storage and computing infrastructure to space. According to a
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Shanghai has unveiled China’s first AI-powered cardiologist, a groundbreaking system designed to assist overburdened doctors in diagnosing heart conditions. Developed by Zhongshan Hospital and the Shanghai Academy of Artificial Intelligence for Science,
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A new AI-powered tool is being used to alter the accents of Indian call center workers in real time, sparking debate over cultural erasure and bias in global customer service. As The
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