In 2021, DeepMind made headlines with the announcement of its first digital biology neural network, AlphaFold. This groundbreaking model had the capability to accurately predict the 3D structure of proteins, which are crucial for understanding the functions of these biological molecules. Pushmeet Kohli, VP of research at DeepMind, emphasized the significance of proteins in life,
Threads is currently working on a new feature that would allow users to post content that disappears after 24 hours. This is a common feature seen in other social media platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, and it seems like Threads is following suit. The idea behind disappearing posts is to encourage users to share more
In recent news, Meta is testing a new feature for its Quest headsets that could revolutionize the way users interact with augmented reality (AR) technology. This new feature allows users to place windows freely, similar to the Apple Vision Pro, enhancing multitasking capabilities within the Meta Horizon OS. The Meta Quest headsets have been at
Recently, Tesla has issued two additional recalls for its Cybertruck pickups in the U.S. This marks the third and fourth recalls for the Cybertruck, raising concerns about the vehicle’s quality and reliability. The recalls involve physical repairs that need to be completed by Tesla service personnel. One recall addresses trim pieces that have been reported
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications, a team of scientists from Rice University have uncovered the potential for flat electronic bands at the Fermi level to revolutionize the field of quantum computing and electronic devices. Led by Qimiao Si, the team’s findings shed light on the unique properties of quantum materials governed by
The release of Elden Ring’s Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC has sparked mixed reactions among players, especially in terms of its difficulty level. While some players find the challenge exhilarating, others are left frustrated by the need to gather Scadutree Fragments to progress. This has led to the emergence of modders who seek to provide
The world of electronics is constantly evolving, with researchers and engineers always on the lookout for materials that can enhance the performance of electronic devices. Traditional silicon-based transistors have certain limitations that need to be overcome, and the focus has now shifted towards two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors as potential candidates for next-generation transistors. One of the
Recently, New York City’s comptroller released an audit revealing that only 13 percent of alerts generated by the ShotSpotter system could be confirmed as actual gunfire incidents over an eight-month period. The auditors criticized the NYPD for lacking transparency in publishing data about the system’s accuracy, deeming their accountability measures as inadequate. This raises concerns
Amazon has officially announced the dates for their annual Prime Day sales event. This year, Prime Day will begin at 12:01AM PT on Tuesday, July 16th and run through Wednesday, July 17th. As in previous years, this two-day sales extravaganza is exclusive to Amazon Prime members. It is akin to Black Friday, with many sought-after
YouTube recently announced the testing of a new feature called ‘Hype’, aimed at providing more community support to small content creators. This feature is being made available to viewers in select regions, allowing eligible creators to participate and benefit from the program. The ‘Hype’ feature allows viewers in specific regions like Brazil, Turkey, and Taiwan