The recent ransomware attack on London hospitals by the Russian group Qilin has had severe consequences for the National Health Service (NHS). Hundreds of operations and appointments have been canceled in the aftermath of the attack on NHS provider Synnovis, disrupting pathology services primarily in southeast London. The attack has affected King’s College, Guy’s and
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In the current landscape, energy policies are at the forefront of discussions around the world. There is a growing debate on whether it is time for Canada to shift its focus from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. Additionally, the role of emotions in shaping individuals’ attitudes towards energy sources and climate change is being
In 1993, three engineers, namely Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem, met at a Denny’s in San Jose to discuss the possibility of creating a computer chip that could enhance graphics for video games. This conversation marked the inception of Nvidia, a technology company that has since grown to become one of the most
Recently, facial recognition startup Clearview AI came to a settlement in an Illinois lawsuit that claimed the company’s collection of faces infringed on the privacy rights of individuals. The settlement was estimated to be worth over $50 million and involved a unique agreement that allowed plaintiffs to have a share of the company’s potential value
In response to the U.S. Commerce Department’s decision to ban the use of its software in the United States, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky vehemently denied being a security threat. Despite being founded in Moscow and having a Russian CEO, Eugene Kaspersky, the company stated that the ban would not impact its ability to sell and promote
As the summer travel season approaches, travelers are eager to book their getaways, but with the rise of generative AI, Booking.com’s internet safety expert warns of a surge in online phishing scams. Marnie Wilking, the Chief Information Security Officer at Booking.com, emphasizes the significant increase in phishing attacks across all industries, including the hospitality sector.
Ethylene, a versatile hydrocarbon widely used in various industries, is typically produced through energy-intensive methods that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. However, a recent study by researchers from Soochow University and the University of Toronto introduces a novel approach to ethylene production using solar-powered photocatalysis, potentially revolutionizing the industry. The researchers utilized a perovskite oxide,
Bae Jin-soo’s journey from quitting a stable job to becoming a prominent figure in South Korea’s webtoon industry is a testament to the rapid growth and success of this platform. Despite facing criticism and skepticism from his parents and friends, Bae persisted in pursuing his passion for storytelling through webtoons. His ability to adapt and
Roboticists have been striving to introduce increasingly sophisticated systems over the past few decades. However, a major challenge has been teaching these systems to tackle new tasks successfully and reliably. One significant aspect of this training is mapping high-dimensional data, such as images captured by on-board RGB cameras, to goal-oriented robotic actions. Introduction of Render
President Aleksandar Vucic recently announced that Serbia could potentially begin exploiting lithium reserves as early as 2028, thanks to assurances from Australian mining company Rio Tinto and support from the European Union. The Jadar region in western Serbia is said to possess significant lithium deposits, making it a crucial resource for electric vehicle battery production