CMC Electronics and Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division, which encompasses the renowned Hexagon | NovAtel brand, have jointly developed a cutting-edge multi-constellation, multi-frequency (MCMF) Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) platform, marking a significant leap in aviation positioning technology.
In today’s visual spectacle, visual effects (VFX) bridge the gap between imagination and reality, sprawling across mediums from blockbuster video games to the silver screens of billion-dollar movies, and even into the realms of YouTube videos and TV commercials. This art of marrying real footage with computer-generated imagery (CGI) gifts audiences a passport to realms of the fantastical.
Imagine turning a failed project into a tech sensation. That’s the story of Slack, which began as a gaming venture named Glitch in 2013, only to pivot and skyrocket to fame as a go-to app for business collaboration. In just two years, it hit a milestone with over a million daily active users. By 2023, its worth had ballooned to a whopping US$26.5 billion, securing its spot as one of the tech world’s most rapidly growing Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. This journey isn’t just about luck; it’s a masterclass in growth hacking, the secret weapon businesses are using to stand out in today’s cutthroat market.
Solana, a blockchain known for its high speed and low transaction costs, has recently faced significant network congestion after its trading volume reached a peak not seen in over two years as of March 15. According to Coindesk, Solana-based decentralized exchanges (DEX) have surpassed Ethereum in trading volume. Solana experienced a significant uptick, reaching US$21.3 billion—a 67% increase, whereas Ethereum DEXs saw a modest 3% increase to US$19.4 billion.
The team at Hokkaido University has made a pivotal advancement in developing recyclable and durable plastics from plant cellulose, presenting a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics and contributing to efforts to mitigate environmental pollution. Their findings, detailing a novel method for creating various polymers from plant-based chemicals, were recently published in the journal ACS Macro Letters.
As we sail through the digital age, the evolution of currency into digital money opens up a world of convenience and accessibility. This transformation allows transactions to be as simple as a click or tap. Yet, with great power comes great responsibility—the need to master the art of managing these virtual assets to safeguard against the digital financial tide. Let’s dive into strategies that ensure not just survival but prosperity in this new digital financial ecosystem.
Google Cloud and NVIDIA have announced an enhanced their partnership to empowering the machine learning (ML) community with advanced technology to streamline the development, scaling and management of generative AI applications. This collaboration integrates Google Cloud’s global infrastructure with NVIDIA’s Grace Blackwell AI computing platform and DGX Cloud, alongside the NVIDIA Clara computing suite, to foster innovation across various sectors.
From the depths of space to the quirks of quantum cloning, 2024’s sci-fi lineup blurs the line between the unknown and the unforgettable. The year
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has partnered with South Korean AI startup Upstage to launch SOLAR MINI, a Small Language Model (SLM) designed to facilitate a broad spectrum of language tasks in Korean and English, with Thai and Japanese support anticipated soon. This initiative aims to simplify the integration of generative AI for Upstage’s customers, enabling the creation of industry-specific applications without the need for extensive model training from scratch.
Microsoft Corp. has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA aimed at leveraging advanced cloud technology, generative AI and accelerated computing to advance healthcare and life sciences. The partnership combines Microsoft Azure’s global scale, security and computing capabilities with NVIDIA DGX Cloud and the NVIDIA Clara suite to accelerate research and improve patient care in these sectors.
Byju’s, once a shining beacon in India’s ed-tech landscape, known for its innovative approach to education for school children and civil service aspirants, has hit a rough patch. The company recently decided to shut down all offices except its headquarters in Bengaluru, asking employees to work from home indefinitely due to an ongoing financial crunch. This decision might come as a shocker to its customers, yet employees, already facing delayed or partial salaries, saw the writing on the wall. The question arises: How did such a leading brand teeter on the brink of bankruptcy?
BioCatch, a leader in behavioral biometric intelligence for fraud detection and financial crime prevention, has announced a partnership with Google Cloud. This collaboration aims to extend BioCatch’s fraud prevention solutions to new markets, with Southeast Asia being the primary focus. The partnership seeks to equip banks and financial institutions with advanced tools to address the growing challenge of digital financial crime in the region.
Within India’s bustling entrepreneurial scene, where creativity knows no bounds, several food and beverage (F&B) startups are making waves. Today, we bring to you five F&B pioneers backed by Shark Tank India—the Indian iteration of the globally renowned reality TV show Shark Tank.
RailPulse, a consortium aimed at revolutionizing the rail sector with advanced telematics (remote tracking and management of railway assets), has partnered with Nexxiot, a leading provider of railcar telematics solutions. This collaboration, announced on March 7 and effective from January 5, 2024, facilitates easier access for railcar owners in North America to Nexxiot’s innovative products and services, encouraging participation in the RailPulse platform.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been hailed as both a savior and a necessity for businesses. The pressure to adopt AI or risk obsolescence has driven many companies to embrace it without clearly understanding its purpose or strategic value. However, this rush toward AI adoption can sometimes be more detrimental than beneficial.
Microsoft Corp. and Oracle are extending their collaboration to meet the increasing demand for Oracle Database@Azure worldwide. This expansion will see Oracle Database@Azure becoming available in five additional regions, bringing the total planned multi-cloud availability to 15 regions globally.
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