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iPhone 14 Pro specs, features: Always-on display mode could be available exclusively on premium models

May 30, 2022 09:12 am UTC| Technology

The list of exclusive features expected for the iPhone 14 Pro models just got a new entry. Apple is reportedly planning on finally adding the always-on display to the iPhones later this year, but only to the premium...

From glasses to mobility scooters, 'assistive technology' isn't always high-tech

May 28, 2022 11:57 am UTC| Technology

This month, the first ever World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF Global Report on Assistive Technology was released. The WHO estimates one in three of us will need assistive technology, ranging from glasses to...

How digital technology can help keep cities green and pleasant

May 28, 2022 11:54 am UTC| Technology

Parks, small woodlands and even simple patches of grass not only keep a city attractive, but also help people find a sense of bliss in an otherwise bustling urban environment. With new technologies, we can plan and monitor...

A unified cybersecurity strategy is the key to protecting businesses

May 28, 2022 11:47 am UTC| Technology

Following the changes the pandemic has brought about in the business world, organizations have significantly increased their use of data and the internet. This, in turn, has increased the prevalence of cyberattacks and...

AI could help us spot viruses like monkeypox before they cross over – and help conserve nature

May 28, 2022 11:08 am UTC| Technology

When a new coronavirus emerged from nature in 2019, it changed the world. But COVID-19 wont be the last disease to jump across from the shrinking wild. Just this weekend, it was announced that Australia, is no longer an...

Blockchain Revolution Series

There are systems 'guarding' your data in cyberspace – but who is guarding the guards?

May 28, 2022 11:05 am UTC| Technology

We use internet-connected devices to access our bank accounts, keep our transport systems moving, communicate with our colleagues, listen to music, undertake commercially sensitive tasks and order pizza. Digital security...

‘Diablo Immortal’ release date: Blizzard announces exact global release times, pre-load for PC is now available

May 28, 2022 05:55 am UTC| Technology

The free-to-play Diablo Immortal is launching in a few days, and Blizzard Entertainment has announced at exactly what time the game will go live. PC gamers can also start preparing for its arrival and start to pre-load the...

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Economy

India Manufacturing Growth Accelerates in May Despite Rising Costs

Indias manufacturing sector recorded its strongest growth in three months during May, supported by robust demand and a rise in new orders, according to the latest HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI)...

Asian Currencies Hold Steady as U.S. Dollar Gains on Inflation and Middle East Concerns

Asian currencies traded within narrow ranges on Monday as investors closely monitored ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising inflation risks that could keep U.S. interest rates higher for longer. The...

Jerome Powell Warns Against Politicizing the Federal Reserve, Defends Democratic Institutions

Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has issued a strong warning about the dangers of political interference in the Federal Reserve, while urging Americans to protect key democratic institutions. Powell made the...

Asian Stocks Climb as AI Optimism Boosts Tech Shares; South Korea Leads Gains

Asian stock markets mostly advanced on Monday as strong investor confidence in artificial intelligence (AI) fueled gains in technology shares, helping markets look beyond ongoing uncertainty surrounding a potential...

Trump, Syrian President Sharaa Discuss Sanctions Relief and Economic Recovery in Phone Call

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone conversation focused on Syrias economic recovery, the future of U.S. sanctions, and the latest developments in the Middle East, according to a...

Politics

Colombia Presidential Runoff Set as Abelardo De La Espriella Leads Ivan Cepeda in First Round

Colombia is heading toward a highly anticipated presidential runoff election after right-wing outsider Abelardo De La Espriella secured a narrow lead over leftist candidate Ivan Cepeda in the first round of voting....

US-Iran Tensions Escalate as New Strikes Threaten Ceasefire and Impact Global Oil Markets

The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend as both sides exchanged fresh military strikes, raising concerns about the stability of the fragile ceasefire and the broader economic impact of...

Trump Says Iran Wants U.S. Deal as Tensions Continue Amid Ongoing Conflict

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran is eager to reach an agreement with the United States, expressing confidence that a potential deal would benefit both Washington and its allies despite ongoing military...

US Tightens AI Chip Export Rules, Impacting Nvidia and AMD Sales to Chinese Firms

The U.S. Department of Commerce has introduced new restrictions aimed at closing a potential loophole in the export of advanced artificial intelligence chips to Chinese companies. The move is expected to affect major...

U.S. Launches Strikes on Iranian Drone and Radar Facilities Following MQ-1 Drone Incident

The United States military carried out targeted strikes on Iranian radar installations and drone command-and-control facilities located in Goruk and Qeshm Island over the weekend, according to a statement released by U.S....

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

SpaceX Delays Starship V3 Launch Ahead of Potential Record IPO

SpaceX on Thursday postponed the highly anticipated launch of its 12th Starship rocket test from Texas after technical issues interrupted the final countdown. The company now plans to attempt the Starship V3 launch again...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Moon Mission Since Apollo Takes Four Astronauts on 10-Day Lunar Journey

NASAs Artemis II mission launched Wednesday, marking humanitys return to crewed lunar exploration for the first time since the Apollo era. Carrying four astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, this historic 10-day mission...

Technology

SoftBank Becomes Japan’s Most Valuable Company as AI-Fueled Rally Drives Shares to Record High

SoftBank Group Corp. (TYO: 9984) surged to a record high on Monday, driven by growing investor confidence in the artificial intelligence sector and the companys expanding exposure to AI-related technologies. The Japanese...

Nvidia Unveils RTX Spark AI PC Chips, Expands Challenge to Intel, AMD, and Apple

Nvidia has officially entered the Windows PC processor market with the launch of its new RTX Spark platform, unveiled by CEO Jensen Huang during his keynote presentation at COMPUTEX in Taiwan. The announcement marks a...

LG Electronics Stock Hits Record High on Nvidia AI Partnership Speculation

LG Electronics shares soared to a record high on Monday as investors reacted to growing speculation about a potential expansion of the companys artificial intelligence and robotics partnership with Nvidia. The South Korean...

Nvidia and Microsoft to Launch AI-Powered Windows PCs at Computex 2026

Nvidia and Microsoft are reportedly preparing to introduce a new generation of Windows PCs powered by Nvidia-designed processors, marking a significant step in the evolution of AI-enabled personal computing. According to...

SoftBank to Invest €75 Billion in France AI Data Center Expansion by 2031

SoftBank Group (TYO: 9984) has announced plans to invest up to 75 billion ($87.5 billion) in France to develop and operate 5 gigawatts (GW) of artificial intelligence data center capacity, marking one of the largest AI...