Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Resigns as Chipmaker Faces Industry Challenges

02 Dec 2024 20:34 PM IST

Intel (INTC.O) Chief Executive Pat Gelsinger has resigned from his position less than four years after taking the helm of the struggling chipmaker. His departure, effective December 1, comes as Intel seeks to recover its status as a leader in the semiconductor industry, a title it lost to Taiwan Semiconductor

Gaganyaan Mission Set for Launch by End of 2026: ISRO Chairman

02 Dec 2024 20:17 PM IST

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for its maiden crewed spaceflight program, the Gaganyaan Mission, which is expected to launch by the end of 2026. ISRO Chairman S. Somanath announced on Monday that the first uncrewed test flight of the mission is slated for early next year.

Chameleon AI: A Revolutionary Tool for Protecting Users from Facial Recognition Scanning

02 Dec 2024 19:39 PM IST

A group of researchers from Georgia Tech University has unveiled an artificial intelligence (AI) system named Chameleon, designed to protect users from unwanted facial scanning by malicious actors. This groundbreaking AI model employs advanced masking technology to generate a mask that conceals faces in images while maintaining the visual quality

NASA Discovers TOI-3261 b: A Hot Neptune with a 21-Hour Year

01 Dec 2024 16:47 PM IST

NASA scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery with the identification of an exoplanet named TOI-3261 b, where a year lasts just 21 Earth hours. This ultra-hot planet is comparable in size to Neptune and orbits its star at an exceptionally close distance, leading to its remarkably brief orbital period. TOI-3261

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pledges Cooperation Following $1.4 Billion Tax Evasion Notice

01 Dec 2024 16:46 PM IST

The German automotive giant received a show cause notice regarding alleged customs duty fraud.

How a 1955 Mercedes Model Became the ‘World’s Most Expensive Car’

01 Dec 2024 16:11 PM IST

The Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire Droptail currently holds the title of the world’s most expensive car with a $30 million price tag (approximately Rs 252 crore). However, the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupe, one of only two remaining units, made headlines when one of them was auctioned for a

From TVs to Smartphones, Amazon’s Black Friday Sale Has It All!

01 Dec 2024 13:16 PM IST

Amazon’s Black Friday Sale 2024 is live and ends on December 3. Shoppers can enjoy huge discounts on electronics like smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, TVs, and home appliances. To make the deals even better, Amazon provides bank discounts and exchange offers for extra savings. If you’ve been planning to buy your

Did Spotify Just Bans Some Users From Playing Music? Here’s Why

29 Nov 2024 13:02 PM IST

Earlier this week, many Spotify users found themselves unable to access the service. The issue stemmed from the use of modified (modded) versions of the app. While Spotify offers a free, ad-supported version, some users have turned to modded apps that bypass the need for a premium subscription, offering them

Dogecoin Foundation Seeks Funding to Launch ‘Dogebox’ in 2025

27 Nov 2024 11:28 AM IST

The Dogecoin Foundation, which has been overseeing the development of the popular memecoin since its establishment in 2014, is now seeking sponsors to fund its ambitious vision for 2025. As Dogecoin’s value continues to rise—currently trading at $0.3863 (around Rs. 32.5)—the foundation is looking to expand its ecosystem by introducing

Smartphones To Connect Directly With Satellites: A Game-Changer Challenging Mukesh Ambani, Sunil Mittal’s Telecom Dominance

27 Nov 2024 01:06 AM IST

Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio Infocomm and Sunil Mittal’s Bharti Airtel, two dominant players in mobile communication and high-speed internet, are facing tough competition from an emerging American player. Both Jio and Airtel currently offer advanced features like 5G connectivity and OTT platforms at affordable prices. However, this competitive edge may

Musk’s Neuralink Launches Feasibility Study for Brain Implant and Robotic Arm

26 Nov 2024 14:36 PM IST

Neuralink, the brain technology company founded by Elon Musk on Monday, announced that it has received approval to begin a new feasibility study. This study will focus on its brain implant technology, alongside an experimental robotic arm. Purpose of the PRIME Study The new study is part of the ongoing

Earth’s Rare ‘Mini Moon,’ Possibly A Lunar Fragment, Set To Vanish Until 2055

25 Nov 2024 18:37 PM IST

A celestial visitor known as a “mini moon,” which has been going along with Earth since September, will start moving towards the sun on Monday, disappearing from view until 2055. A Lunar Link? Mini Moon’s Possible Origin The asteroid, named 2024 PT5, is about as long as a school bus