Friday, October 04, 2024

Technology

Centre to soon introduce 10 GW RFP for stationary energy storage systems

NEW DELHI: The government on Friday said it will soon introduce a 10-gigawatt (GW) scheme for those working to build stationary, grid-scale energy storage systems.

Samsung begins mass production of industry-leading SSD for AI computers

SEOUL: Samsung Electronics said on Friday that it has begun mass production of its latest industry-leading solid-state drive (SSD) product, optimal for usage in powerful artificial intelligence personal computers.

From AI to DPI, Google unveils new initiatives for India market

NEW DELHI: Tech giant Google on Thursday announced several key initiatives for the India market, including an open-source ‘AI Agent Framework,’ more local data storage options, a digital public infrastructure (DPI) model, clean energy partnerships and a new Google Safety Engineering Center (GSEC) in the country next year.

62pc of Indian professionals believe AI is key for growth at work: Report

NEW DELHI: About 62 per cent of professionals in India are convinced that getting ahead in their career now depends on their comfort with Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to a new report on Thursday.

30 lakh defence pensioners linked to SPARSH portal: Rajnath Singh

NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that of 32 lakh defence pensioners, 30 lakh have been successfully linked to the SPARSH portal -- System for Pension Administration (RAKSHA).

US now has 5,388 data centres globally, India set for next boom

NEW DELHI: As rising cloud and AI adoption trigger demand for more data centres, the United States currently leads with 5,388 data centres globally, 10 times more than China and most European countries, data showed on Tuesday, as India gears up for a data centre boom.

NASA’s Europa Clipper ‘fuelled up & nearly ready to go’ on October 10

NEW DELHI: NASA’s Europa Clipper mission, scheduled for journey to Jupiter and its moon Europa, is “fuelled up and nearly ready to go” on October 10.

8 in 10 Indians now plan to invest in AI software, seek faster returns

BENGALURU: Nearly eight in 10 (81 per cent) Indian software buyers plan to increase their investment in AI software over the next year, way ahead that their global peers at 65 per cent, a report showed on Monday.

Tech firm UST to expand India footprint, create 3,000 jobs in 5 years

NEW DELHI: Digital transformation solutions company UST on Monday announced to expand its presence in India by adding over 3,000 new jobs at its upcoming campus in the country in the next five years.

Telegram pledges zero tolerance for deepfake pornography

SEOUL: South Korea's media regulator said on Monday that Telegram has pledged to adopt a zero-tolerance policy and immediately remove deepfake pornography and other illegal content from its platform, in cooperation with local authorities.

China’s PC shipments nosedive 6 per cent amid weak demand

NEW DELHI: China’s PC shipments (including desktops, notebooks and workstations) fell by 6 per cent (year-on-year) to 9.1 million in the April-June quarter as weak demand continued.

NASA-SpaceX mission to bring back Sunita Williams on way to ISS

WASHINGTON: The NASA-SpaceX spacecraft, carrying Crew-9 members NASA astronaut Nick Hague (commander) and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov (mission specialist), was on its way to the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday, in a mission that aims to bring stranded Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams back to Earth in February next year.

Piyush Goyal to interact with leading American and Indian CEOs in US

NEW DELHI: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is set to interact with leading American and Indian CEOs during his visit to the US next week and discuss investment avenues.

Prioritising export growth must to reach $500 bn electronics manufacturing by FY30: Industry

NEW DELHI: To achieve the goal of $500 billion local electronics manufacturing by FY30, the industry must prioritise export growth to emerge as one of the top three global exporters in this domain by 2030, industry players said on Saturday.

Sweden joins ISRO’s Venus Orbiter Mission

NEW DELHI: Sweden has officially joined ISRO's Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM), approved last week by the Union Cabinet.

Talented youth at forefront of India’s technological, economic transformation: Minister

NEW DELHI: By harnessing the potential of young talent, we are driving towards an Aatmanirbhar Bharat — self-reliant and globally competitive, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said.

Apple pulls out from OpenAI’s potential $6.5 billion funding round

SAN FRANCISCO: As Sam Altman-run OpenAI prepares to close a potential $6.5 billion funding as early as next week, Apple has reportedly pulled out from the latest round.

Analyzing the Evolution of School Emblems and Their Meanings

School emblems are more than just decorative pieces. They are rich with history and symbolism, encapsulating the values and aspirations of educational institutions. From medieval crests to modern logos, these emblems serve as a visual summary of a school’s identity and legacy. As we delve into the fascinating evolution of these symbols, we uncover stories of tradition and transformation.

Advanced HDR Techniques: Elevating Your Visual Storytelling

High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography has revolutionized the way you capture and share images, allowing for greater detail and depth in both shadows and highlights. Mastering HDR techniques can significantly enhance your visual storytelling, making your work stand out. Whether you’re a novice in HDR photography or seeking to enhance your existing skills, this guide is crafted to arm you with advanced techniques that will significantly improve your work.

‘Made in India’ iPhone 16 flies off the shelves in aspirational India

NEW DELHI: Riding on aspirational India as private consumption surges in tier 2, 3 cities and even beyond, Apple has seen its ‘make in India’ iPhone 16 flying off the shelves in the country.

Automaker Kia completes first EV-only manufacturing plant

SEOUL: Automaker Kia said on Friday it has completed building Hyundai Motor Group's first manufacturing facility dedicated solely to electric vehicles, which boasts an annual capacity of producing 150,000 units.

DRDO, IIT Delhi develop lightweight bulletproof jackets

NEW DELHI: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), along with researchers of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has developed lightweight bulletproof jackets with 360-degree protection, the Ministry of Defence has said.

Housing sales stabilise in top Indian cities, festive quarter to see uptick in demand

MUMBAI: After a two-year bull run, residential real estate activity across top cities stabilised in the third quarter (July-September) this year, reaching more that 1.07 lakh units, a report showed on Thursday, adding that the lull was due to monsoon and perceived inauspiciousness (the ‘shraad’ period).

Airtel to crack down spam calls with India’s first AI-powered network tool

NEW DELHI: In a pioneering move to curb the country’s spam menace, Bharti Airtel on Wednesday launched India’s first network-based, AI-powered spam detection solution.

Leadership, communication skills twice more in demand than AI/ML: Report

NEW DELHI: Demand for human skills such as leadership, communication and emotional intelligence is twice more in demand than the knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), finds a report on Wednesday.

AI hardware and software market likely to reach up to $990 billion by 2027

NEW DELHI: The global market for AI-related hardware and software is likely to reach between $780 billion and $990 billion by 2027, growing between 40 per cent and 55 per cent annually, according to a report on Wednesday.

US mulls ban on Chinese software in connected vehicles from 2027

WASHINGTON: The US Department of Commerce has proposed a rule to prohibit the import or sale of connected vehicles integrating certain software and hardware with a "nexus" to China or Russia, citing national security concerns.

PM Modi pushing us to make AI work for people: Google’s Sundar Pichai

NEW YORK: Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision around artificial intelligence (AI) and how he is pushing tech leaders to use it to address the most-pressing issues on the ground, Google is not only making a robust investment in AI in India but also looking forward to infusing more capital in the country, Alphabet and Google CEO, Sundar Pichai, has said.

Apple iPhone 16 series receive overwhelming response in India, Pro models lead the pack

NEW DELHI: Riding on strong tailwinds from the premiumisation wave in the Indian smartphone market, Apple iPhone 16 series has received overwhelming response in the country, with Pro Max devices leading the pack.

PM Modi interacts with top tech CEOs, highlights India's strides in field of technology

NEW YORK: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the CEOs of leading American tech companies in a roundtable in New York and discussed aspects relating to technology, innovation and more.

India joins Brazil, Bhutan to enhance food safety, foster technical collaboration

NEW DELHI: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has joined hands with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) of Brazil to improve food safety through joint projects and technical collaboration, the government said on Sunday.

Indian scientists find radio jet from dwarf galaxy interacting with interstellar gas

NEW DELHI: In a first, scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have discoveredradio jet interaction between a radio jet from a dwarf galaxy and interstellar gas causing shock waves.

Russian cosmonauts break record for longest stay on ISS

MOSCOW: Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub have set a new record for the longest single mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Russia's state space corporation Roscosmos has said in a statement.

Centre launches IndiaAI innovation challenge to foster impactful deep tech solutions

NEW DELHI: The IndiaAI Independent Business Division (IBD) -- an independent business division of Digital India Corporation under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) -- on Friday announced the IndiaAI Innovation Challenge.

Enough is enough, says Elon Musk over US FAA fining SpaceX ‘for trivia’

NEW DELHI: Blasting the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for fining SpaceX “for trivia”, CEO and founder Elon Musk on Friday said, “enough is enough”.

Australian researchers make breakthrough in green ammonia production

SYDNEY: Australian researchers have developed a new method of making ammonia that could significantly cut carbon emissions caused by the process.

‘Make in India’ iPhone 16 hits market, thousands queue up to own new Apple devices

NEW DELHI: It was a 'wow moment' for thousands of Apple lovers in India on Friday as they started receiving ‘Make in India’ iPhone 16 at Apple BKC in Mumbai and Apple Saket in New Delhi and Apple -- along with at other Apple Authorised resellers stores amid long queues since early morning hours.

India to get Centre of Excellence in quantum and 6G technologies

NEW DELHI: In an effort to bolster India’s position in the sphere of quantum and 6G technologies, the Telecom Centre of Excellence (TCOE) India and Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) in Karnataka have joined hands to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in quantum technology and related areas.

California governor signs AI laws to regulate election deepfakes, digital replicas

SACRAMENTO: California Governor Gavin Newsom signed five artificial intelligence (AI) bills into law this week, addressing concerns about deepfakes in elections and protecting performers' digital likenesses.

Nasscom to nurture 37 homegrown GenAI startups in 2nd cohort

BENGALURU: IT industry’s apex body Nasscom on Thursday announced the selection of 37 Generative AI (GenAI) startups and 30 per cent of them have women in their founding teams.

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