Science and Technology

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Twitter’s original mission and its unforeseen impact

In its early stages, a modest team of innovative individuals set the stage for what would one day be Twitter. They were unaware that they were crafting a platform that would revolutionize how the world communicates. The initial straightforward idea in the technology sector rapidly grew into something much more extensive than anyone could have foreseen. For those involved in its creation, Twitter's ascent has been as unexpected as it has been significant.When a small group of creative minds laid the foundation for what would become Twitter, they had no idea they were building a platform that would transform global…
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Japan’s rural innovation in renewable energy

In a quaint Japanese village, a cutting-edge energy project is unfolding, showcasing the potential of renewable energy from surprising origins. In this locale, farmers collaborate with researchers to convert cow dung into hydrogen fuel, illustrating that even waste materials can be turned into an important asset. This pioneering effort is tackling environmental challenges while also offering a sustainable avenue for generating energy.The journey starts at nearby farms, where cow manure is gathered and readied for energy transformation. Typically, animal waste has been a byproduct of agricultural activities, sometimes leading to environmental issues if not handled correctly. Yet, in this community,…
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Alibaba’s AI model opens new possibilities

The artificial intelligence sector in China is advancing significantly, as evidenced by two key events capturing attention this week. On Thursday, Alibaba unveiled its newest AI reasoning model, QwQ-32B, asserting that it surpasses both OpenAI's cost-effective model and the esteemed DeepSeek-R1 from Chinese startup DeepSeek. This announcement, showcasing China's expanding prowess in AI technology, follows just a day after the launch of Manus, a general AI agent designed to handle intricate, multi-step tasks.The launch of QwQ-32B by Alibaba created a stir in the market, causing the company's shares listed in Hong Kong to jump by 8% and elevating the tech-focused…
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Transform your smart home with Alexa’s new features

Amazon ha presentado a Alexa+, su asistente virtual de última generación, con la intención de convertirlo en algo más que un simple altavoz inteligente. Al prometer interacciones más naturales y una personalización mejorada, Amazon aspira a que la renovada Alexa+ se convierta en "tu mejor amiga digital". Este relanzamiento ambicioso se produce en un momento de rápidos avances en inteligencia artificial (IA), con competidores como ChatGPT y Google Assistant estableciendo nuevos estándares para los asistentes virtuales.La nueva Alexa+ se incluirá en las suscripciones de Amazon Prime a partir de marzo para los usuarios de Estados Unidos, mientras que aquellos que…
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Crypto bounty hunters unite in $1.5 billion recovery effort

In what is reported as the most significant cryptocurrency theft to date, cybercriminals have made off with $1.46 billion in digital assets from ByBit, a prominent platform for crypto trading. The robbery, purportedly executed by the notorious Lazarus Group based in North Korea, has caused a stir in the digital currency community. To combat this, ByBit has initiated a daring community-driven effort, recruiting online bounty hunters and blockchain experts to locate and retrieve the pilfered funds.In what is being described as the largest cryptocurrency theft in history, hackers have stolen $1.46 billion worth of digital assets from ByBit, a leading…
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