Non-Hermitian systems have been gaining attention in the scientific community due to their unique properties and potential applications in various fields such as photonics and condensed matter physics. In a recent study published in Physical Review Letters, researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the realm of non-Hermitian systems by observing the first experimental evidence
In a recent ruling by the top EU court, a 13-billion-euro tax case involving Apple and Ireland was decided. This legal battle dates back to 2016 when the European Commission accused Ireland of allowing Apple to avoid billions of euros in taxes through sweetheart tax arrangements. The case took a turn in 2020 when the
When examining the recent controversial image shared by Elon Musk depicting Kamala Harris as a “communist dictator,” it becomes apparent that AI technology still struggles to accurately represent political figures. Despite Harris not being a communist or a Soviet cosplayer, the image generated by X’s Grok tool failed to capture her likeness. Many observers pointed
In a recent keynote speech at Cambridge Tech Week, former CEO of British chip design firm Arm, Warren East, criticized the U.K. for its inadequate efforts in commercializing technology businesses on a global scale. He emphasized the need for a mindset shift within the investor community in order for the U.K. to become successful in
When it comes to systems with many small particles interacting, the complexity and chaos can be overwhelming. However, some of these systems can surprisingly be described using simple theories. But what about the world of quantum physics? A team of researchers led by Professor Monika Aidelsburger and Professor Immanuel Bloch from the LMU Faculty of
Apple recently unveiled its highly anticipated iPhone 16, a device specifically designed to harness the power of generative artificial intelligence. This new release is part of Apple’s strategy to drive sales and establish itself as a frontrunner in the competitive technology landscape. With billions in sales each quarter, the iPhone continues to be a key
Northvolt, a major player in the European electric vehicle industry, has recently announced significant changes to its operations in light of a challenging macroeconomic environment. The company, based in Stockholm, Sweden, has revealed plans to cut jobs, close down a site, and engage in discussions with partners and investors to ensure the future of a
WhatsApp, one of the most popular instant messaging platforms, is set to make a groundbreaking change by supporting third-party chats. The parent company, Meta, recently announced this major development. The decision to make WhatsApp interoperable with other messaging apps comes after the European Union implemented the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in 2022. Initially, Meta faced
The official modding toolkit for Baldur’s Gate 3 has long been restricted by “technical constraints and platform-specific guidelines,” preventing players from fully exploring their creativity within the game’s environment. However, a dedicated modder has recently cracked open these disabled abilities, paving the way for a new era of player-created content. In just two days, modder
One of the key points to note about the new AI assistant “Grok” is that the responsibility lies with the user to verify the accuracy of the information provided. While the AI is in its early version, there is a clear disclaimer that it may provide factually incorrect information or miss out on important context.