The European Union’s data protection regulators are investigating Google’s PaLM2 AI model, raising concerns about its handling of personal data in compliance with the GDPR. This investigation is part of a broader trend in Europe where regulators are scrutinizing the use of AI by major tech companies to ensure data privacy.
Australia secured a convincing 28-run victory over England in the first T20 international at Southampton, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Travis Head’s blistering half-century and a disciplined bowling performance from Australia proved too much for England to handle.
The global cell-based assays market is projected to reach US$ 40.4 billion by 2034, driven by increasing demand for drug development and biomedical research. Cell-based assays provide several advantages over traditional methods, offering a more accurate and physiologically relevant approach to analyzing drug properties. The market is segmented by product type, application, end user, and region, with North America leading the market due to significant drug discovery research and rising prevalence of chronic illnesses.
While the odds are astronomically low, a new study reveals that there’s a slim chance the asteroid Apophis, nicknamed the ‘God of Chaos,’ could collide with Earth in 2029. The risk stems from the possibility of an unknown asteroid nudging Apophis off its current trajectory. While the probability of such an impact is less than one in a billion, scientists will need to wait until 2027 to confirm Apophis’s course and rule out any potential threats.
Taylor Swift’s stylish appearance at a Kansas City Chiefs game in January 2024, sporting a custom Chiefs jacket with a personal touch, has fueled conversation about the power couple’s influence at the intersection of music and sports.
Pakistan’s cricket captain Babar Azam showcased his humility and approachability by interacting with a fan during a recent training session. His kind gesture towards the fan went viral, highlighting his connection with his supporters and adding to the excitement surrounding the upcoming Champions One-Day 2024 tournament.
A new study analyzing ancient DNA from Easter Island challenges the long-held belief that the island experienced a self-inflicted population collapse. Instead, the research suggests a gradual population increase until the 1860s, when Peruvian slave raids significantly reduced the population.
A new analysis of the DNA of ‘Thorin’, a Neanderthal who lived around 42,000 years ago, reveals he belonged to a previously unknown lineage isolated for 50,000 years. This discovery challenges existing theories about Neanderthal extinction and highlights the importance of social and cultural factors in their demise.
Researchers from the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) have developed a novel defect passivation strategy using hexagonal polytype (6H) perovskite to significantly improve the power conversion efficiency and operational stability of perovskite solar cells. This breakthrough holds immense promise for the future of renewable energy, paving the way for more efficient and reliable solar power solutions.
In the annals of India-Pakistan cricket history, Irfan Pathan’s hat-trick in the very first over of the third Test in 2006 stands out as a moment of pure magic. This feat, achieved at Karachi’s National Stadium, remains unparalleled in Test cricket history, cementing Pathan’s place as a legend.
