Just a year ago, industry insiders were painting a grim picture of the digital ad market. Susan Li, the finance chief of Meta, warned analysts that the struggling industry would remain in a slump due to weak advertising demand and the uncertain global landscape. This sentiment was echoed in Google’s earnings call, where their ad
In recent years, there has been a growing demand for faster, more efficient, and highly parallel computing capabilities. The use of programmable photonic integrated circuits (PPICs) has emerged as a potential solution to this challenge. Researchers at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Naughty Dog’s co-president, Neil Druckmann, has revealed that he has a concept for The Last Of Us: Part 3. Although this does not confirm the development of a new game, Druckmann believes there is the potential for another chapter in the story. In a recent Making-Of feature, he discussed the themes of love and justice
Instagram is currently testing a new feature that allows users to have a sneak peek of how their feed posts will appear on their profile grid before they hit the publish button. This new option, called “Show preview,” gives users the ability to see exactly where their post will fit into their existing profile format.
Microsoft is exploring new horizons in their gaming strategy, with a shift towards multi-platform releases and potential cross-console compatibility. A source familiar with Microsoft’s plans has revealed to The Verge that the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, developed by Bethesda, is being considered for release on Sony’s PlayStation 5 (PS5). This signals a
Semiconductor moiré superlattices have recently garnered significant attention in the field of quantum physics. These material structures, composed of artificial atom arrays arranged in a moiré configuration, offer high tunability and exhibit strong electron interactions. Researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have recently conducted a study to further explore these materials and delve into
Airlines worldwide are grappling with more delays as Boeing, the American aircraft manufacturer, faces yet another crisis. The company’s flagship plane, the 737 MAX, has been plagued by difficulties over the past year, culminating in a major in-flight safety incident on Alaska Airlines in early January. The seriousness of the situation has prompted the Federal
The rise of autonomous vehicles, including driverless cars and drones, has brought immense possibilities for the future of transportation. However, concerns about safety persist, as evidenced by the numerous accidents and fatalities involving autonomous control systems. The traditional approach of exhaustive testing to ensure safety is often insufficient, as it may not uncover all potential
The news media industry has been facing a slew of challenges for quite some time now. It seems that the industry is constantly plummeting, with layoffs and financial woes becoming the norm. However, amidst this turbulent environment, a new simulation game called News Tower has emerged, offering players the opportunity to navigate the hardships of
Over the past few decades, there has been significant progress in the development of advanced battery technologies to meet the increasing demands of the electronics industry. One such advancement is the emergence of all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs). These batteries, which consist of a solid electrolyte placed between electrodes, offer potential advantages over conventional lithium-ion batteries (LiBs),