Industrial AI brings Belt and Road Partners together in Shanghai
An international training program on industrial artificial intelligence for Belt and Road partner countries concluded in Shanghai on July 4. It brought together more than 20 participants from countries including Hungary, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, the Philippines, Romania, Russia, Uzbekistan and Vietnam.Hosted by China's Ministry of Science and Technology and organized by the Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Research Institute, the program combined academic lectures, field visits, seminars and cultur...
India-Australia-Canada form tech triangle: New pact to boost AI, critical minerals & more
India, Australia, and Canada will enhance technology and innovation cooperation through a new partnership. This pact aims to boost collaboration in critical and emerging technologies for mutual benefit. The agreement will focus on green energy, resilient supply chains, and critical minerals development. Leaders also discussed deepening defense, security, and economic ties between India and Australia. Future meetings will advance these collaborative efforts and explore new areas of partnership.
Gene Editing Revolution: Breakthrough Raises Ethical Concerns Among Scientists
A recent breakthrough in gene editing technology has sparked excitement in the scientific community, but it has also raised significant ethical concerns. Experts warn that the implications of these advancements could profoundly impact human genetics and biodiversity.
PM Modi's Australia visit: Early trade pact, big investment, clean energy and more
India and Australia are strengthening economic ties and bilateral cooperation. Prime Minister Modi invited Australian businesses to invest in India's expanding economy. AustralianSuper announced a significant new investment in India's infrastructure fund. Discussions covered opportunities in clean energy, critical minerals, and technology sectors. Both nations aim to expand cooperation in trade and emerging sectors.
Formula E is quietly redesigning your next EV
Think the electric vehicle (EV) in your garage has nothing to do with Formula E racing? Think again. From the races to the technology under your hood, the line between the competition tracks and roads has never been thinner.At Shanghai's double-header, CGTN's Wang Tianyu found that race teams are not just chasing podiums – they're mining race-day data to build your next car.(Li Yuyang also contributed to the story.)
California-based tech company 'banned' for Chinese links
The Federal Communications Commission has officially placed Digitalsystem Technology on its national security risk list, consequently prohibiting the company from offering international telecommunications services. This decision arises from concerns about its affiliations with Chinese telecom firms and ownership stakes. The FCC highlighted the potential for exploitation by Chinese threat actors as a significant threat, emphasizing the determination of significant and unacceptable national securi...
Forces shoot dead ‘category A’ LeT terrorist Zakir Ganie in J&K
Security forces neutralized Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Zakir Ganie in Shopian on Wednesday. This encounter occurred nearly ten months after the last such operation in the region. The joint operation was launched Saturday evening based on specific intelligence inputs. Arms and ammunition were recovered from the encounter site by the Army. Meanwhile, three overground workers were arrested in Anantnag using advanced surveillance technology.
Scientists turn shrimp shell waste into carbon-negative hydrogen fuel
Researchers have pioneered a groundbreaking method that transforms organic waste into hydrogen fuel, while simultaneously generating protein suitable for aquaculture feed and calcium carbonate. This innovative technology aims to achieve a carbon-neutral process, capturing more carbon dioxide than it emits. Ongoing investigations are focused on potential commercial uses for this adaptable technology, though scaling up remains a notable hurdle to achieving widespread use.
British Scientists Explore Innovative Space-Based Solutions for Dementia Treatment
A pioneering team from the UK is taking an unconventional approach to combat dementia by utilizing space technology. This innovative research aims to uncover new drug therapies that could transform the treatment landscape for this debilitating condition.
Contaminated children’s play sand sold in Australia can release toxic airborne asbestos, research finds
Exclusive New study contradicts statements that play products removed from shelves because of asbestos concerns were ‘low risk’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastColourful children’s play sand that was sold in Australia while contaminated with asbestos can release hazardous airborne fibres of the toxic mineral, researchers have discovered.The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the lead researcher of the Auckland University of Technology (AUT) study,...
Former UK information commissioner taking legal action against woman who flagged his conduct
John Edwards resigned in June after independent investigation following claims of sexual harassment and bullyingThe UK information commissioner who resigned over sexual harassment and bullying claims is understood to be taking legal action against a woman who flagged his conduct.The science and technology secretary, Liz Kendall, said she was “appalled” by the fact that John Edwards was preparing to serve legal papers on one of the “incredibly brave” women at the ICO who raised concerns about his...
Tesla driver caught asleep at 100 km/h: How sunglasses ‘fooled’ self driving tech
A Tesla driver was filmed asleep at the wheel while traveling at 100 km/h. This incident occurred with two young children present in the vehicle. The car's advanced driver monitoring system was reportedly defeated by large sunglasses. This failure highlights a significant gap in Tesla's safety technology design. The system relies on eye tracking, which sunglasses can easily obstruct.
US-Iran war impact: IMF lowers India’s GDP growth forecast marginally
According to the IMF, the global economy has so far avoided a steeper slowdown despite the war, as strong demand linked to the technology sector has helped offset the impact of reduced energy supplies caused by the conflict.
SEN TODD YOUNG: The hidden danger China’s ships could bring to our shores
Chinese vessels carry appliances, clothing, and household goods to our ports. But what if they also brought, without notice, missile launchers concealed in shipping containers? This is not merely a hypothetical question, but a possibility America’s leaders must prepare for.As technology evolves, enterprising nations are getting creative about how to project power far away from their borders and shores. Just last year, Ukraine destroyed a third of Russia’s strategic-bomber force even though those...
Meet Dr Robert Sola Okojie: The Nigerian engineer inducted into Nasa’s Inventors Hall of Fame after 21 years
Innovation often begins with solving problems that others consider impossible. For Dr Robert Sola Okojie, a Nigerian-born engineer and inventor, that pursuit has led to a career spanning more than two decades at Nasa and groundbreaking contributions to space technology.
20 Mind-Blowing Cars That Can Go From 0 to 100 km/h Faster Than You Can Blink!
Prepare for adrenaline as we dive into the fastest accelerating cars on the planet! These beasts will leave you breathless as they rocket from 0 to 100 km/h in mere seconds, showcasing technology and engineering at their finest.
Women and university graduates in Australia most at risk of losing jobs to AI, report finds
Those with high levels of vocational training, including tradespeople, are least exposed to AI displacement, according to government reviewGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastArtificial intelligence has yet to cause widespread job losses but the federal government has warned that telemarketers, advertising staff and accountants are among the occupations “most exposed” to being replaced by the technology.According to a first-of-its-kind national report, people in the more e...
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Port of Dover faces ‘utter chaos’ under struggling EU entry system, MPs warn
UK government urged to apply pressure on France to fix system or suspend checks by next weekCross-Channel ferry passengers and the port of Dover face “utter chaos and miles of tailbacks” under the EU’s entry/exit system (EES) unless the technology is fixed or checks suspended by next week, MPs have warned.The home affairs select committee chair, Karen Bradley, urged the government to “apply maximum pressure” on the French authorities to act on the EES before peak holiday traffic arrives at the p...
Marco Rubio announces system for passport verification using phone, laptop camera
Americans will soon use smartphone cameras for passport photos, eliminating photo center visits. The US State Department is developing technology for nearly complete online passport applications. Facial recognition will verify images captured directly on personal devices. Future passports will include presentation boxes and historical QR codes. These changes aim to make obtaining a passport faster and more convenient.