When two lead ions collide at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), a remarkable phenomenon occurs. A hot and dense state of matter known as quark-gluon plasma is formed, where quarks and gluons are no longer confined within composite particles called hadrons. This unique fireball of particles, believed to have existed moments after the Big Bang,
The proliferation of disinformation on social media platforms continues to be a concerning issue, and now, TikTok has come under scrutiny for the spread of fake accounts spreading false narratives about Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Chinese social media giant has revealed data showing that millions of people were targeted with content that aimed to
Indie film studio A24 and game developer Kojima Productions have joined forces to bring the popular video game, Death Stranding, to the big screen. This exciting announcement comes just in time for Kojima Productions’ 8th anniversary and has sparked anticipation among fans. Unlike a typical video game adaptation, the film will not be a direct
Microsoft has long been a major player in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), and with its early support for OpenAI, it has emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the generative AI boom. To further solidify its position, the tech giant has been proactive in diversifying its AI portfolio. In line with this
In a groundbreaking achievement, a research team led by Professor Chan Chi-hou from the City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has made a significant leap forward in antenna technology. By developing a universal metasurface antenna, the team has successfully enabled the manipulation of all five fundamental properties of electromagnetic waves through software control. This extraordinary
General Motors’ Cruise is facing yet another setback as the company announced internally that it will be laying off 900 employees, accounting for 24% of its workforce, according to a confirmation from the company to CNBC. The layoffs primarily targeted commercial operations and related corporate functions, further adding to the turmoil that the robotaxi startup
Arkane Lyon’s studio director Sebastien Mitton recently unveiled three captivating concept artworks for the highly anticipated adaptation of Marvel’s Blade. Although these artworks offer only a glimpse into the game’s mysterious universe, they ignite the imagination and leave us craving for more details. Let us embark on a journey of speculation as we dissect these
Protecting coasts and structures from the destructive impact of water waves has been a long-standing challenge. Researchers from Sorbonne Université CNRS, Institut Polytechnique de Paris, University of Bristol, Le Mans Université CNRS, and Université PSL CNRS have been diligently working towards finding effective strategies to enable the absorption of water waves. In their recent publication
Instagram has recently introduced an exciting new feature for its users called Video Notes. This feature, which was unveiled a year ago, allows users to share short looping videos with their followers. Additionally, the social media platform is also testing a new privacy feature that would give users control over who can see their Likes
Grand Theft Auto V, a game that has already left a significant mark in the gaming industry, is making its way into the PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe/Premium game catalog this month. For all higher-tier PS Plus members, starting December 19, the bustling city of Los Santos awaits as players delve into a tale of