ALGORITHM DEFINITION
In 1924, an amateur palaeontologist found a fossil in the UK that remained unstudied for years. Now a century later, scientists say it's a new dinosaur species
A recently identified dinosaur species named Invictibellatrix amberina was discovered on the Isle of Wight. The discovery marks the first evidence of megaraptorans in Europe, dated to about 120 million years ago. The dinosaur is believed to have hunted small prey and measured three to four metres in length. Researchers used CT scans to confirm its unique anatomical features and identify it as a new species.
SC advances hearing on plea concerning SIR in Delhi to October 28
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on October 28 regarding the electoral roll discrepancies in Delhi. Petitioners are asking for the Election Commission to disclose reasons for notices issued during the Special Intensive Revision. The timeline for filing claims and objections under the Special Intensive Revision has been extended until October 30.
Adani Enterprises, Jabil sign pact for AI, data centre hardware joint venture
Adani Enterprises and Jabil have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a joint venture in India. This venture aims to manufacture and assemble artificial intelligence and data centre equipment for local and global markets. The joint production will focus on AI racks, servers, and cooling systems while ensuring efficient energy use.
AI can help factories find bottlenecks before production stops: Tata Communications’ Praveen Arora
The firm’s Factory 360 offering brings together data from sensors, applications and factory control systems, allowing operators to spot changes in performance before an equipment breaks or a production line stops.
In 2019, over 1,000 volunteers searched for viruses inside infected cells; in 2 months, they made 90,000 classifications
Scientists engaged over 1,000 volunteers through an online project to help analyze viruses in cells. Participants clicked on images to identify virus locations, generating over 90,000 classifications. This collaborative effort advanced understanding of virus maturation and their interactions with host cells. The collected data also contributed to creating deep-learning algorithms for future research. Such citizen science initiatives highlight the power of collective contributions in scientific studies.
What if your eyes are older than you are? Scientists use a new AI model to uncover a surprising link between retinal age, smoking and diabetes
A new artificial intelligence model can predict age based on retinal images. The model has identified a retinal age gap associated with health and lifestyle factors. People with certain conditions showed a higher retinal age gap in the study. Researchers emphasize the need for further studies to validate the model's reliability for individual assessments. Ultimately, the technology could provide insights into general health through retinal examinations.
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Merriam-Webster adds 1,400 new words in 2026: Vibe coding, meme coin, parasocial, AGI, Sunday scaries, trash panda and Mandela Effect explained
Merriam-Webster has added 1,400 new words and definitions to its online dictionary. These additions include internet slang, AI terminology, and modern lifestyle expressions. Terms like 'vibe coding', 'AGI', and 'parasocial' now feature in the recognized lexicon. Food trends and everyday life expressions also received new entries. This update reflects language's evolution across technology and popular culture.
Largecaps look better as smallcaps price in strong growth: Franklin Templeton’s Arihant Jain
Largecap stocks offer a better risk-reward balance than mid- and small-caps as higher growth expectations are already priced into smaller companies, according to Arihant Jain of Franklin Templeton India. In this chat, he explains their multi-factor quantitative approach, long-short positioning, and sectoral opportunities in private banks and metals.
Quote of the day by Cindy Crawford: ‘I had a beauty mark. I had brown eyes, not blond hair and blue eyes. That helped other women...’ - American supermodel and actress on how individuality can challenge conventional beauty standards
Cindy Crawford quote of the day: Cindy Crawford's legendary beauty mark defied the rigid beauty norms of her era. She embraced her unique appearance, turning her mark into a celebrated emblem of individuality. This empowering quote resonated with women everywhere, encouraging them to love their distinct features. In an age dominated by perfect digital images, Crawford's message of authenticity remains powerfully relevant, inspiring confidence in embracing one's true self.
Scientists taught cameras to watch birds around solar panels; after 19,000 hours of footage, they discovered how the birds were actually using them
Researchers are examining how birds interact with solar panel systems, utilizing AI-enhanced cameras to capture extensive footage of avian behavior. Observations indicate that birds engage in various activities, such as perching, nesting, and foraging within these solar arrays. Notably, the study found no instances of bird collisions with the installations, contributing valuable insights into wildlife adaptation amidst the growth of solar energy.
Gigged and Gagged: Algorithms, gig platforms are reshaping cities faster than planners and regulations can adapt
Algorithms and logistics are subtly redesigning India's urban geography and economics. Dark stores and ride-hailing platforms are altering street-level operations and traffic patterns. Informal services are transforming residential areas with app-mediated worker circulation. Existing zoning regulations struggle to keep pace with these rapid changes. New principles are needed to integrate gig work into urban planning.
Hey AI, what should I buy? India's shoppers have a new shopping buddy
Indian shoppers increasingly use AI tools for product discovery and purchasing decisions. Many consumers are comfortable with AI-powered recommendations and future household shopping assistance. Quick commerce adoption is high, with many willing to pay for faster deliveries. Gen Z is projected to become India's largest spending consumer group by 2030. Innovation in new product launches significantly drives growth in the FMCG sector.
Govt-Meta meeting later this week to assess progress after multiple rounds of talks on issues
A technical round of discussions followed on Friday, during which the social media company detailed how it plans to address the Centre's concerns over deepfakes, child sexual abuse material and unlabelled synthetically-generated content on its platforms. The government had asked Meta to take specific measures and report back on the outcomes.
India asks Meta to revamp algorithms, submit roadmap to fight deepfakes
MeitY has directed Meta to revamp algorithms and provide a compliance roadmap. Officials also asked Meta to tighten content moderation and act faster on takedown requests. The directive came after Meta admitted gaps in its current systems for harmful content. Discussions focused on algorithmic changes to limit propaganda and manipulated media spread.
Mark Zuckerberg apologises to Indian govt over child sexual abuse material and deepfake content
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has apologised to the Indian government over child sexual abuse material, deepfake content and operational errors on the company's platforms, according to government sources. During a meeting with officials, Meta also acknowledged mistakes and admitted that significant sums had been spent to boost certain types of content.
Mark Zuckerberg sorry for child abuse content on Meta platforms, PM video takedown
Sources told ET that during the meeting, Kaplan conveyed apologies from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over the presence of Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) and deepfake content on the platform, as well as operational errors in running Facebook.
What is happiness? Can religion or wealth offer eternal fulfillment? A philosopher weighs in
Philosopher Anné H Verhoef challenges modern views on happiness. She argues that current definitions are too narrow and often lead to dissatisfaction. Verhoef proposes a more inclusive understanding that embraces unhappiness, justice, and chance as vital parts of a meaningful life. This broader perspective aims to foster collective progress and a more realistic affirmation of existence.
Sebi plans overhaul of brokerage, MF rules in December board meeting
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to review its mutual fund and stock broker regulations next month. Key proposals include unbundling broking fees and updating stock broker rules, which were framed 30 years ago. Sebi aims to streamline compliance and enhance ease of doing business.
Sebi Looks to define algo trading in brokers' rulebook
The Securities and Exchange Board of India plans to update stock broker rules. Algorithmic trading and proprietary trading definitions may be included. Stock brokers could gain access to the NDS-OM platform for government securities trading. Sebi also proposes defining Execution Only Platforms for mutual fund transactions. These changes aim to adapt to evolving market practices and regulations.
Pahalgam terror attack triggers airline surge pricing: Why India needs regulation to curb crisis profiteering
Following the Pahalgam attack, Srinagar flight prices surged. This raised concerns about unfair pricing. The DGCA intervened, but many travelers already faced high costs. The Consumer Protection Act needs amendment. It should address emergency profiteering in essential services. A 'crisis pricing code' is necessary. This will ensure fair pricing during emergencies. India must prioritize consumer protection over unchecked algorithms.
ByteDance prefers TikTok shutdown in US if legal options fail: report
ByteDance considers shutting down TikTok over U.S. ban legislation, unlikely to sell due to crucial algorithms. China opposes forced sale. Mnuchin shows interest. ByteDance's secret: the TikTok algorithm.
Facebook is stonewalling questions, says Delhi Assembly committee on riots
Facebook India’s Public Policy Director Shivnath Thukral mentioned pulling down any content found that read against the community standards.
Information Technology Act could soon regulate digital streaming and news portals
This follows the government's notification last week, bringing all digital news as well as streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime and Netflix under the purview of the Information & Broadcasting (I&B) ministry.
ePharma startups ‘sensitive’ to data Bill definition
Firms seek better definition of ‘sensitive’ health data and guidelines for anonymised data in the Personal Data Protection Bill. The clause on ‘fair and responsible processing’ of data in the Bill also needs to be clarified and cannot be left open to interpretation.
William O’Neil bets on algos to deepen India play
Birch said the service will be ready to be rolled out within a few months.
This is how data company Intel is pushing for an autonomous future
The latest evidence of this was at the recently ended CES 2018, where CEO of Intel, announced that two million vehicles from BMW, Nissan and Volkswagen will use Mobileye Road Experience Management technology.
Artificial intelligence system can turn low-resolution images into HD versions
Technology to create a large-sized image from a low- resolution image is known as single-image super-resolution (SISR) technology.
Govt study favours harmonised surveillance for algo trading
Algorithmic trading refers to use of programmes and computers to execute large orders in markets electronically.
Travel app firm TripHobo raises $3 million
TripHobo raised $3 mn which will be used for research and development, talent acquisition, scaling content and technology integration with the travel ecosystem.
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