What is a virtual power plant? An energy expert explains
Oct 17, 2023 14:47 pm UTC| Technology
After nearly two decades of stagnation, U.S. electricity demand is surging, driven by growing numbers of electric cars, data centers and air conditioners in a warming climate. But traditional power plants that generate...
Baidu Unveils Ernie 4.0 AI, Challenges OpenAI's ChatGPT-4 in Beijing Event
Oct 17, 2023 07:48 am UTC| Technology
In a noteworthy event in Beijing, Baidus CEO Robin Li unveiled Ernie 4.0, the latest evolution in generative AI models. Demonstrating advanced memory capabilities, Ernie 4.0 impressed the audience with its real-time...
AI is closer than ever to passing the Turing test for ‘intelligence’. What happens when it does?
Oct 17, 2023 06:55 am UTC| Technology
In 1950, British computer scientist Alan Turing proposed an experimental method for answering the question: can machines think? He suggested if a human couldnt tell whether they were speaking to an artificially intelligent...
The move to a cashless society isn't just a possibility, it's well underway
Oct 17, 2023 06:55 am UTC| Economy Technology
When was the last time you used cash? For many Australians using cash or even swiping a card has become a rare event. The move towards a cashless society started 50 years ago with the introduction of the Bankcard and...
iPhone 15 Sales Dip in China Amid Rising Preference for Huawei's New Releases
Oct 17, 2023 06:43 am UTC| Business Technology
Apples iPhone 15 lineup has seen a 4.5% sales drop in China during the first two weeks after its launch, indicating weakened demand compared to last years models. Furthermore, financial firm Jefferies mentioned a...
LG Uplus Dives into Freight Logistics, Challenges SK Telecom, KT with New Platform
Oct 17, 2023 05:06 am UTC| Business Technology
LG Uplus Corp. is entering the freight logistics arena with a new platform service. It is positioning itself as a contender against telecom rivals SK Telecom and KT in South Koreas logistics sector. LG Uplus hopes to...
LG Innotek Acquires Key EV Charging Patents, Accelerates Global Market Strategy
Oct 16, 2023 09:22 am UTC| Business Technology
LG Innotek Co. Ltd. has recently acquired three patents deemed critical for expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging technologies, marking a significant step in its global market strategy. LG Innoteks new patents...
South Africa’s plan to move away from coal: 8 steps to make it succeed
Germany lowers voting age to 16 for the European elections
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