The Philippines’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a decisive step in ordering Google and Apple to remove the cryptocurrency exchange Binance from their respective app stores. This action was prompted by concerns raised by the regulator about the security of funds belonging to Filipino investors who have access to Binance sites and apps.
In the world of artificial intelligence, Microsoft has recently made a significant leap forward with the launch of its new lightweight AI model, Phi-3 Mini. This model, with 3.8 billion parameters, is the first of a series of smaller models that the tech giant plans to release in the near future. Microsoft’s Phi-3 Mini is
Single-photon emitters (SPEs) play a crucial role in the realm of quantum technology. These microscopic light sources emit only one photon at a time, making them invaluable for applications such as secure communications and high-resolution imaging. However, the materials containing SPEs have often been impractical for mass manufacturing due to their high cost and the
Quantum physics has revolutionized the way we understand the microscopic properties of materials. Recent advancements in analog quantum processors have led to the emergence of quantum-gas microscopes, which have proven to be powerful tools for studying quantum systems at the atomic level. These devices provide high-resolution images of quantum gases, allowing individual atoms to be
In the realm of optimizing the stochastic gradient descent (SGD) algorithm, the choice of step size, also known as the learning rate, is crucial. Various strategies have been developed to enhance the performance of SGD, with recent advancements focusing on the distribution of step sizes. One of the challenges faced with existing step size methods
The University of Bristol researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of sensing technology that could potentially revolutionize the manufacturing sector in the United Kingdom. By developing a formula that can determine the design boundaries for the geometry and material microstructure of components, they have paved the way for a commercially viable sensing
Coupled oscillations, while perhaps not a widely recognized term, play a significant role in various natural phenomena. From describing interacting systems of masses and springs to gravitational tidal effects between celestial bodies, the importance of coupled harmonic oscillators extends across different scientific disciplines. Recent developments in quantum computing have opened up new possibilities in simulating
The process of downloading Windows store apps from the web is finally receiving an upgrade from Microsoft. This upgrade aims to simplify the user experience and make it more efficient. Microsoft has introduced an “undocked version of the [Microsoft] Store” that functions as a traditional executable to facilitate the installation of apps from the Microsoft
Recent price cuts by electric vehicle companies Tesla and Li Auto have sent shockwaves through the market, causing a significant decline in their share prices. In response to the fierce competition, Tesla reduced the starting price of its Model 3 in China, while Li Auto also slashed prices for its various models. These price adjustments
Embracer Group, a renowned mass-layoff-manufacturing corporation, has recently announced its decision to divide into three separate companies. These companies will be listed individually on Sweden’s stock exchange. The three entities include Asmodee Group, Coffee Stain & Friends, and Middle-earth Enterprises & Friends. Each entity will focus on different aspects of the gaming industry, ranging from