Google claims its Gemini AI model consumes 0.26 milliliters of water per prompt, significantly less than previous estimates. However, the report’s methodology has been criticized for drawing a false equivalence between on-site and total water consumption. Datacenters use water not only for cooling but also for generating energy. This process, known as evaporative cooling, is … Read more
Intel, once a Silicon Valley icon and dominant force in the tech industry, has fallen from grace under the leadership of Andy Grove and his successor Brian Krzanich. The company’s dominance was built on its ability to follow disruptive forces in the valley, but it failed to adapt to the smartphone and artificial intelligence revolutions. … Read more
Russia launched its largest drone and missile salvo on Ukraine in more than a month, killing nine civilians and injuring at least 19 people, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack was carried out by 574 strike drones and 40 missiles, which targeted cities as far west as Lviv. The strikes also damaged an American-owned manufacturing … Read more
Restaurant owner Tommy Fello suffered a stroke, leaving him with numbness in his left arm and leg. Despite physical therapy, he struggled to recover. However, after learning about the Vivistim System, an FDA-approved implant that uses vagus nerve stimulation to improve hand and arm function, Fello received the device. The Vivistim Therapy system involves a … Read more
A US wind farm project in Rhode Island has been halted by the Trump administration, sparking backlash from local officials. The Revolution Wind project, worth $4 billion, is now 80% complete with 65 turbines installed and permits obtained under the Biden administration. Attorney General Peter F. Neronha has vowed to join neighboring states in exploring … Read more
Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank expressed pride in his team’s performance after a crucial 1-0 win at Manchester City on Saturday. The victory marked Spurs’ second win from two, showcasing their growth under Frank’s leadership. Frank highlighted the challenges of visiting City, who are still rebuilding after last season’s struggles. He praised Spurs’ pressing and … Read more
US President Donald Trump has accused Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook of mortgage fraud over her alleged use of false loan applications to secure better interest rates on a secondary home. The accusation, made by Trump ally Bill Pulte, mirrors previous allegations against high-profile Democrats Adam Schiff and Letitia James, who deny the claims as … Read more
Neuralink, a brain-computer interface (BCI) company backed by Elon Musk, has made significant progress in its technology. Noland Arbaugh, the first human test subject, underwent surgery 18 months ago and reports a “transformed” life after regaining digital control via BCI technology. Arbaugh’s implant features over 1,000 electrodes targeting the motor cortex and enabled him to … Read more
Abrupt changes are taking place in Antarctica, with far-reaching implications for the world. The ice-covered continent and surrounding Southern Ocean are experiencing rapid and alarming shifts, including shrinking sea ice, melting glaciers, and slowing ocean currents. These changes are not only affecting wildlife but also having a significant impact on the global climate system. Rising … Read more
Apple is exploring the possibility of integrating Google’s Gemini AI into its Siri digital assistant, a move that could transform Siri into a more capable conversational intelligence tool. The development comes as Apple continues to struggle with its own in-house AI efforts, known as Apple Intelligence. According to Bloomberg, Apple is in early-stage talks about … Read more