TECHNOLOGY

Just last week, authorities confirmed that a polar bear in Alaska died after contracting bird flu.

App store intelligence provider Appfigures suggests that Copilot failed to grab the attention of potential consumers because Microsoft launched it without fanfare.

The announcement follows OpenAI's communication to developers the previous week, signalling the company's commitment to expanding its offerings.

With 2024 being dubbed by many as "the year of elections", their Global Risks Report expressed fears that a wave of artificial intelligence-driven misinformation and disinformation could influence democratic processes and polarise society.

A new study has raised concerns about the potential impact of nanoplastics on human health.

Zuckerberg has a massive ranch on an island in Hawaii.

Samsung says the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is set to introduce AI experiences on mobile like never before.

Microsoft and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have joined forces to reduce the use of lithium in batteries by up to 70 per cent.

These investments are integral to the EU's overarching mission to achieve climate neutrality with net-zero gas emissions by 2050.

The MHRA has launched a new regulatory roadmap that will help make future regulations for UK medical devices keeping in mind patient safety and their ability to harness medical technology advancements.

The WEF's annual risks report, based on insights from 1,400 experts, has unveiled a chilling reality, stating that 30 per cent of respondents foresee a high probability of a global catastrophe within the next two years.

Tinnitus, characterised by the perception of persistent ringing or buzzing sounds in the ears, is thought to affect 7.6 million people in the UK.

ChatGPT has ignited discussions about the interplay between AI development, intellectual property and the use of copyrighted material for datasets.

Microsoft seems to be readying a new AI-powered feature for its Notepad app as part of its big AI push in Windows.

The UK has launched a unique nuclear fuel production programme called the HALEU programme which powers nuclear reactors previously fueled by Russian fuel, fulfilling its COP28 promise of reducing Russian fuel dominance.

The ChatGPT-4 Turbo-powered version of Windows Copilot is capable of explaining emotions, including those depicted in abstract pictures.

The UK government has turned the zero-emission vehicle mandate into law after an extension of the EU electric vehicles trade rule last month, putting in place the biggest ZEV mandate in the world.

Zosurabalpin is now undergoing human trials and is set to target CRAB which holds a priority 1 classification as a critical pathogen by the WHO.

Antimicrobial resistance is a major public health concern around the world.

Samsung's AI-powered Galaxy S24 series is expected to take even better long-distance shots than the current-gen Galaxy S23 lineup.

The UK Border Force's trial of facial recognition technology at unspecified UK airports has opened the spotlight on immigration as countries across the world are planning to introduce passport-free travel measures.

A digital rape of a UK teenager in the metaverse world has sparked a debate about whether police should investigate virtual crimes and the need for better legislation to deal with such perverts taking advantage of technology.

The family of eleven was left stuck more than 400ft in the air for five minutes.

The experts fear that more polar bears may have fallen prey to the disease.

Microsoft isn't shying away from incorporating AI into all of its apps and services including SwiftKey, which was renamed "Microsoft SwiftKey AI Keyboard".

Samsung says the Galaxy S series will set a higher standard for the "most intelligent mobile experience yet".

As we venture into 2024, the dynamics of AI regulation are poised to undergo significant shifts, with a spotlight on the metaverse and its integration into various aspects of our lives.

The leaked marketing poster of the Galaxy S24 Ultra confirms the presence of an S Pen stylus, a quad-camera setup and titanium side rails.

Researchers argue that the 14-day rule is arbitrary and is potentially hindering valuable research that could contribute to breakthroughs in embryo research.