Chimpanzees, our closest relatives in the animal kingdom, have always intrigued scientists with their behavior. Recently, researchers from Kyoto University stumbled upon an intriguing observation at a sanctuary: chimpanzees seemed to urinate simultaneously. This phenomenon struck a chord with the scientists as it resembled human behavior, particularly contagious yawning. Ena Onishi, a researcher at Kyoto
Imagine a world where trust in science reigns supreme, where researchers are seen as beacons of knowledge and integrity. Well, according to a recent study led by Viktoria Cologna of ETH Zurich and Niels G. Mede of the University of Zurich (UZH), that world might not be too far off. The study, spearheaded by a
Psoriasis, a genetic skin condition affecting nearly 300,000 individuals in Sweden, is not only limited to the skin but can also lead to joint inflammation. Moreover, patients with psoriasis have a higher prevalence of chronic inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease compared to the general population. This connection between psoriasis and gastrointestinal issues has intrigued
“Although past evidence showing causal links between modelling and getting rewarded for violence had an immediate impact on aggressive behavior in 4-year-old children, few studies have investigated long-term risks with antisocial behavior,” shared Pagani, a researcher at the Centre de recherche Azrieli du CHU Sainte-Justine. The study delved into the effects of violent television content
“At that time, it felt that this was very real and there was an opportunity.” – Muckai Girish Back in the day, Vyas Sekar and Muckai Girish were just two college friends bouncing startup ideas off each other. However, when Sekar introduced the concept of synthetic data to Girish in early 2022, little did they
Imagine this: a giant in artificial intelligence, OpenAI, stepping into the realm of local news alongside the newsletter-centric media entity, Axios. Picture a landscape where cutting-edge technology and journalistic storytelling unite to open new avenues for community engagement and information dissemination. In a recent groundbreaking move announced on a Wednesday, Axios revealed an innovative collaboration
Nvidia recently unveiled a trio of innovative NIM microservices, each designed to provide enterprises with enhanced control and safety features for their AI agents. These microservices, which are small independent components integrated into larger applications, aim to address crucial aspects of AI deployment. “By applying multiple lightweight, specialized models as guardrails, developers can cover gaps
Welcome, readers, to a fascinating journey into the dynamic world of startups where innovation thrives, dreams take flight, and Big Tech giants like Amazon and eBay are making waves with their strategic moves. In this edition of Startups Weekly, we delve deep into the recent flurry of acquisitions and investments that are reshaping the tech
The world of artificial intelligence is like a bustling ocean; some sail smoothly, while others struggle to stay afloat. Recently, amidst the waves of change, an intriguing story unfolded – Metropolis, the AI-powered parking platform, made headlines by acquiring Oosto. “Metropolis has acquired Oosto in an all-stock deal valued at $125 million.” This acquisition marked
Once upon a time, in the world of international diplomacy and environmental negotiations, there was a country that stood out among the rest. That country was Saudi Arabia – the oil-rich giant that held immense power and influence, especially when it came to discussions around plastic production and pollution. In recent times, as concerns over