Ethylene (C2H4) is a compound that is in high demand due to its versatility in various industries such as packaging, plastics, agriculture, and healthcare. The traditional method of producing ethylene involves converting ethane (C2H6) found in natural gas into ethylene and hydrogen. However, this process is not environmentally friendly as it requires a high amount
Light backscattering in photonic alloys has been a major obstacle in the development of structures that control the propagation of electromagnetic waves. While these materials hold great potential, the reflection of light back in the direction of origin has limited their efficiency as waveguides. Researchers have been exploring various methods to reduce or prevent light
Snapchat has recently introduced new generative A.I. elements to its Lens creation tools, which could revolutionize A.R. creation and open up a whole new world of possibilities in digital environments. One of the key advancements is the new generative A.I. Lens tool that allows users to be digitally transported into any scene they describe. While
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Tsukuba has shed new light on the phenomenon of electron spin fluctuations in magnetic materials. These fluctuations have been found to trigger a large anomalous Hall effect during a phase transition referred to as the devil’s staircase magnetic transition. This discovery is crucial for the
In the realm of gaming, developers are constantly seeking to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Enter TROTEOTGRPGOAT, a game that defies traditional genre categorization. While its title may be a mouthful, the concept behind the game is undoubtedly intriguing. Players are invited to navigate the final hour of an RPG that never actually
Apple is currently under scrutiny by the European Union’s competition chief Margrethe Vestager due to a number of “very serious” issues. The investigation is being conducted under the sweeping Digital Markets Act (DMA) tech legislation which recently came into effect. One of the main concerns highlighted in the probe is whether Apple is impeding businesses
Upon receiving an email inviting me to participate in a groundbreaking AI venture called Rebind, my initial reaction was skepticism. The email, sent by a person named Clancy Martin, offered me a role in recording original commentary on classic books, such as Romeo and Juliet, which would be embedded in the text to create an
The Threads API has finally arrived, fulfilling the promise of its launch by the end of June. This new free API opens up a world of possibilities for developers, allowing them to create unique integrations into Threads. With the introduction of this API, third-party apps for Meta’s competitor to what was formerly known as Twitter
When Bae Jin-soo made the bold decision to leave his stable job in a major corporation to pursue his passion for storytelling through webtoons, he faced immense resistance, even from his own parents who ultimately kicked him out of their house. This move, however, turned out to be a defining moment in Bae’s life, as
In a recent report by the Reuters Institute, it has been found that social media users are gradually shifting away from platforms like Facebook and X for news content. This decline is particularly significant in the case of X, which has been striving to position itself as a reliable source of news and information. Despite