The case for lying to kids about Santa – from a philosopher

'Who are you calling fake?' Stokkete I have a vivid memory of the moment I realised Santa didn’t exist. I was around six years old, it was the height of summer, and I was sitting on the step outside our back door, thinking about God. The existence of God, back then, was something that annoyed […]

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STFC lands prestigious space award – UKRI

STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, has scooped the prestigious 2024 Sir Arthur Clarke Awards, winning the industry-team project category for outstanding support for space tech start-ups. This year’s award celebrates the achievements of the STFC Innovation Clusters team and the European Space Agency Business Incubation Centre UK (ESA BIC UK) team. Empowering space […]

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TSMC Close to Finalizing Deal to Manufacture Nvidia AI Chips in Arizona Facility

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is reportedly on the brink of finalizing an agreement to manufacture Nvidia’s cutting-edge AI chips in the United States, with production expected to begin in 2025. According to sources familiar with the matter, TSMC would produce Nvidia’s Blackwell chips at a newly established factory in Arizona, marking a significant step […]

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Intel Appoints Semiconductor Veterans Eric Meurice and Steve Sanghi to Board, a Positive Step Amid Leadership Changes

Intel has appointed two prominent figures from the semiconductor industry, Eric Meurice and Steve Sanghi, to its board of directors, following the unexpected departure of CEO Pat Gelsinger earlier this week. The move underscores Intel’s strategic shift as it seeks to navigate ongoing challenges in the highly competitive semiconductor sector. Meurice, who served as president […]

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Microsoft Faces £1 Billion Lawsuit Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Pricing Practices in the UK

Microsoft is facing a major legal challenge in the UK, with a £1 billion ($1.2 billion) lawsuit accusing the tech giant of using its dominant market position to overcharge small businesses. The lawsuit, filed by Dr. Maria Luisa Stasi, Head of Law and Policy for ARTICLE 19, claims that Microsoft imposed higher fees on UK […]

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Nebius Secures £550 Million Investment to Expand AI Infrastructure and Global Presence

Nebius, an Amsterdam-based AI infrastructure company, has raised £550 million ($700 million) in private investment to accelerate its growth and expansion. The funding comes from high-profile investors including NVIDIA, Accel, and Orbis, and is valued at £16.50 ($21) per Class A share in the sale. This strategic investment will help Nebius enhance its technological capabilities […]

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Russian Cyberattack Compromises Data of UK Ministry of Defence Personnel

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has suffered a significant data breach, with hackers believed to be linked to Russian cyber groups stealing personal information from nearly 600 personnel. The breach, which exposed sensitive data such as passwords, email addresses, and login credentials, occurred over the past several years, since 2020. The compromised data was […]

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OpenAI Aims for 1 Billion Users by 2025 with Ambitious Growth Strategy

OpenAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) pioneer behind ChatGPT, has set an ambitious goal to reach 1 billion users by 2025. Currently, the company boasts 250 million weekly active users, reflecting the growing demand for AI-driven solutions. OpenAI’s growth strategy hinges on expanding its user base through strategic partnerships, innovative product offerings, and significant infrastructure investments. […]

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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Market Set to Reach $162.04 Billion by 2032 Driven by Consumer Demand for Vehicle Safety Features

The global Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) market is on a rapid growth trajectory, with its value projected to rise from USD 56.81 billion in 2023 to USD 162.04 billion by 2032. This growth represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4% over the forecast period of 2024-2032. This surge in market size is […]

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Ericsson Shifts Focus to Cloud-Native Core Upgrades for Seamless 4G and 5G Integration

Ericsson is making significant strides in advancing the telecom industry’s transition to cloud-native architectures, unveiling a new product designed to simplify operators’ upgrades from legacy network infrastructure to modern, cloud-native core systems. The move comes as the company seeks to drive the adoption of 4G and 5G technologies through enhanced flexibility and scalability, addressing a […]

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