LinkedIn Faces Backlash Over Use of User Data to Train AI

LinkedIn is under fire after reports surfaced that the platform is using user data to train artificial intelligence (AI) models without prior consent. Social media users have criticized the company for automatically opting members into the program without informing them beforehand. What Data is Being Used? LinkedIn stated on its website that it collects data …

Smiley Face on Mars, Astronomers Discover Clue to Ancient Life

Astronomers have recently discovered what appears to be a smiley face on Mars, and it may hold clues to ancient life on the Red Planet. This fascinating feature was identified during a survey of Mars, as researchers mapped chloride salt deposits using data from the European Space Agency’s (ESA) ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter. The research …

First Private Spacewalk Completed by Billionaire and SpaceX Engineer

Two astronauts, a billionaire and an engineer, successfully completed the world’s first private spacewalk on Thursday, outside a SpaceX capsule. This groundbreaking mission, part of the Polaris Dawn project, involved Jared Isaacman, the founder of Shift4, and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis. The astronauts spent around 10 minutes each outside the Crew Dragon capsule, secured by …

OpenAI Launches Advanced AI Models for Complex Problem Solving

OpenAI, backed by Microsoft (MSFT.O), announced on Thursday the launch of new AI models aimed at tackling complex problems in fields like science, coding, and math. The models, named o1 and o1-mini, are designed to spend more time processing tasks, improving their ability to reason and solve harder problems compared to previous versions. Starting Thursday, …

Social Media Platform X Restored Across Pakistan, PTA Tells SHC

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) informed the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Thursday that social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has been restored for users across the country. PTA’s lawyer, Ahsan Imam, announced that the authority has withdrawn its previous notification regarding the suspension of X services. This statement was submitted in response …

NASA Releases Stunning Image of Red Spider Nebula

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has shared a mesmerizing image of the Red Spider Nebula, a celestial phenomenon located 3,000 light-years away in the constellation Sagittarius. The photograph showcases the nebula’s vivid red hues and spider-like appearance, leaving social media users captivated by its beauty. The image features striking orange waves of heated …

Apple Unveils AI-Powered iPhone 16 and Upgraded Siri

Apple unveiled its long-awaited AI-powered iPhone 16 on Monday, alongside improvements to its Siri personal assistant, as the tech giant continues its push into artificial intelligence. The company announced that test versions of its AI software, Apple Intelligence, will roll out next month, with localized versions following in 2024. “This marks the beginning of an …

Automechanika 2024: Frankfurt Hosts Major Automotive Event on Future Trends

The international automotive industry is gearing up for a major event in Frankfurt from 10 to 14 September. Participants from over 170 countries, including 4,200 exhibitors, will gather at this five-day trade fair, focusing on electrification, sustainability, digitalisation, AI, and recruitment. Detlef Braun, a member of Messe Frankfurt’s Executive Board, emphasized the importance of the …

Astronomers Capture First Detailed Image of Galactic Gas Halo

A team of astronomers took a $150,000 gamble by pointing the Keck telescope, one of the world’s largest optical telescopes, at what appeared to be empty space in the universe. This high-stakes risk paid off spectacularly, revealing the first-ever detailed image of a galactic gas shroud extending 100,000 light years beyond its galaxy. The breakthrough, …

Elon Musk Announces SpaceX’s First Uncrewed Mars Missions Set for 2026

SpaceX is set to take a major leap toward Mars in two years, with the launch of its first uncrewed Starship missions to the Red Planet, CEO Elon Musk announced in a recent post on X (formerly Twitter). Musk confirmed that these missions will coincide with the next Earth-Mars transfer window, a period when the …

Apple Faces Delays in AI Rollout, iPhone 16 Unlikely to Spark Super Cycle

Apple Inc. continues to face challenges in its push toward integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features, which could significantly impact the launch of its highly anticipated iPhone 16. Despite the excitement surrounding AI in tech circles, the company’s latest delays suggest that a “super cycle” of iPhone upgrades, driven by pent-up demand, is unlikely to …

Google Unveils Plans to Address Skills Gaps and Promote Exports

Google reiterated its commitment to empowering Pakistan’s digital economy during an event titled “Move Forward: Google for Pakistan,” held in Islamabad on September 5, 2024. The event focused on the importance of bridging the digital skills gap, promoting digital exports, and securing the country’s economic future. Google’s ongoing initiatives, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), have …

NASA Confronts Boeing Tensions, Turns to SpaceX for Astronaut Rescue

NASA acknowledged on Wednesday that meetings with Boeing executives regarding the rescue of two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) involved “tension,” but refuted claims of shouting matches. The US space agency is turning to SpaceX to bring the astronauts home due to safety issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule, which has faced thruster …

Shark Eats Shark: The Unveiling of a Marine Mystery

In a marine mystery reminiscent of a detective novel, researchers from the United States embarked on an investigation into the death of a pregnant porbeagle shark in the waters southwest of Bermuda. The evidence points to a larger shark, armed with its triangular teeth, as the most likely predator. “This is the first documented case …

Vanishing Rings of Saturn: A Cosmic Mystery

Saturn’s rings are among the most iconic celestial features in our solar system. Since the 17th century, when Galileo Galilei first observed the planet through his telescope, Saturn’s rings have captured the imagination of astronomers and stargazers alike. Although Galileo’s telescope was rudimentary, leading him to describe Saturn as having “ears,” his observations marked the …

TikTok Organises Workshop in Pakistan, Promoting SMBs

TikTok recently held a highly anticipated workshop in Karachi aimed at empowering Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) in Pakistan. The #GrowWithTikTok Masterclass attracted a diverse group of SMB owners, marketers, and entrepreneurs eager to learn how to use TikTok to expand their businesses. Throughout the day, participants received in-depth training on leveraging TikTok’s features to …

Apple to Launch iPhone 16, Which Devices Could Be Discontinued?

Apple will host its annual September event on September 9 at Apple Park in Cupertino. This year, the event is called “It’s Glowtime.” Apple will unveil iPhone 16 and other new devices. But as always, the company is expected to discontinue some older devices. Reports suggest that the company may discontinue the iPhone 15 Pro …

NASA Reshuffles Crew-9, Plans Starliner Return in 2025

NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov are set to launch on the Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) no earlier than Tuesday, Sept. 24. Originally, NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson were scheduled to join the mission, but NASA has now reassigned them to a future flight. This change …

NASA Develops Underwater Robots to Explore Melting Polar Ice Shelves

Researchers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) are advancing the development of underwater robots, known as IceNode, designed to explore the treacherous depths beneath polar ice. These autonomous robots aim to measure the melt rates of ice shelves in some of the world’s most inaccessible regions. Addressing a Critical Challenge The primary goal of the …

Elon Musk’s X Banned in Brazil Over Legal Compliance Issues

Brazil has banned Elon Musk’s X after the platform failed to meet a crucial deadline set by the country’s Supreme Court. Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension, citing X’s failure to appoint a new legal representative in Brazil as the main reason for the decision. Judge de Moraes mandated the “immediate and …

OGDCL Discovers Gas and Condensate in Sindh

Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC) has made a significant discovery in Sindh. The company, along with its partners, found gas condensate at the Baloch-2 well located in the Sinjhoro Block, Sanghar. OGDC announced that it holds a 76% working interest in this exploratory venture. This discovery marks a notable achievement for OGDC, potentially …

Brazil’s President Warns X of Block, Demands Musk Follow Laws

An ongoing feud between Brazil’s Supreme Court and Elon Musk has brought social media platform X to the brink of being blocked in the country. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva demanded that the billionaire comply with local laws. As of Friday morning, X was still operating normally in Brazil, but the platform indicated on …

Roblox Updates Marketplace to Empower Creators

Roblox is rolling out significant updates to its marketplace, aimed at helping creators grow their businesses on the User-Generated Content (UGC) platform. These changes will allow creators to sell avatar bundles, which include bodies, clothing, and accessories, both in the Marketplace and within experiences themselves. This update marks a major step forward for creators and …

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