Last week, National Public Data (NPD) confirmed that it had experienced a security breach dating back to December of the previous year. Reports indicate that a hacker group known as USDoD advertised a stolen NPD database on the dark web for $3.5 million. The stolen database, containing 2.9 billion lines of data, including sensitive information
Quantum entanglement is a fascinating phenomenon that forms the basis of many quantum technologies. Recently, scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have made significant strides in enhancing the efficiency of generating entangled photon pairs through excitonic interactions in non-linear optical crystals. This groundbreaking research has the potential to revolutionize the field of quantum
AMD is making a strategic move by acquiring server maker ZT Systems in a significant cash-and-stock deal worth $4.9 billion. This acquisition aims to bolster AMD’s artificial intelligence capacity as it seeks to rival Nvidia in the tech industry. Post-acquisition, AMD plans to divest ZT Systems’ server manufacturing business, indicating a shift in focus towards
Instagram is known for constantly evolving and adapting its features to meet the changing needs and preferences of its users. Recently, the company head Adam Mosseri announced that Instagram is conducting a test to allow select users to upload photos and videos in a vertical grid format without the need to crop them into a
Despite reports of slowing growth globally, TikTok continues to gain users in Europe at a steady pace. The latest EU usage numbers for the app show an increase in monthly active users, which is a positive sign for the platform. This growth is significant considering the challenges faced by other social media platforms in the
The use of AI-generated images in political campaigns has reached a new level of deception, as former president Donald Trump has shared fabricated images in an attempt to gain support from Taylor Swift fans. These images, falsely claiming that Swifties are backing Trump’s campaign, have surfaced on Truth Social, sparking controversy and shedding light on
Valve, the company behind the popular game Counter-Strike 2, has recently announced a ban on the use of certain keyboard features that automate perfect counter-strafes. This decision comes after keyboard makers like Razer and Wooting introduced features such as Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions (SOCD) to their products, enabling players to execute in-game movements with greater
In a groundbreaking move towards democratizing robotics technology, Hugging Face has released a detailed tutorial that enables developers to build and train their own AI-powered robots. This tutorial, which complements the company’s LeRobot platform, represents a significant shift towards bringing artificial intelligence into the physical world. Traditionally, the field of robotics has been dominated by
Quantum simulation has opened new doors for scientists to explore complex systems that were previously deemed impossible to study using classical computers. This groundbreaking technology has applications across various fields, including financial modeling, cybersecurity, pharmaceutical discoveries, AI, and machine learning. Achieving Precision in Molecular Spectroscopy The exploration of molecular vibronic spectra is crucial for understanding
The art community has been up in arms about the rise of generative AI, and for good reason. This technology poses a threat to artists’ livelihoods in more ways than one. Not only are AI models being trained on artists’ content without consent or compensation, but the widespread adoption of generative AI tools could potentially