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Why is Amazon building a 'top secret' $2 billion cloud for Australia's military intelligence?
2024-07-06 03:46:28
Amazon has secured a A$2 billion contract with the Australian Signals Directorate—the agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence and information security. A local subsidiary of Amazon Web Services will build a Top Secret Cloud to provide secure data storage for military intelligence.
Samsung Electronics forecasts major Q2 profit jump
2024-07-06 03:46:28
Samsung Electronics said Friday it expects second-quarter operating profits to rise more than 15-fold on-year as chip prices bounce back and demand for generative AI continues to grow.
Novel smart solar-powered freezer truck unveiled in Hong Kong
2024-07-06 03:46:28
The transport sector is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Hong Kong, accounting for 19% of total emissions. Supporting the development of green transport can help reduce air pollutant emissions. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is committed to promoting research into green technologies to support Hong Kong's goal of reducing the City's total carbon emissions from the 2005 level by half before 2035 and achieving carbon neutrality before 2050.
Deadline nears for Boeing decision on proposed MAX agreement
2024-07-06 03:46:25
More than five years after two fatal 737 MAX crashes, Boeing faces a fresh legal reckoning now that prosecutors have concluded the company flouted an earlier settlement addressing the disasters.
Is AI a major drain on the world's energy supply?
2024-07-06 03:46:25
When Google announced this week that its climate emissions had risen by 48 percent since 2019, it pointed the finger at artificial intelligence.
EU seeks to know how Amazon complies with digital rules
2024-07-06 03:46:25
Amazon must hand over more information to the EU on what steps the US e-commerce giant has taken to comply with new digital rules, the European Commission said on Friday.
Chinese AI market optimistic despite scrutiny from West
2024-07-06 03:46:25
China's AI sector showed confidence this week at a major fair in Shanghai that it would overcome restrictions imposed by the West, with companies rolling out cutting-edge products developed by a growing pool of young talent.
Why electric beats hydrogen in the race to decarbonize freight vehicles in Australia
2024-07-06 03:46:25
Transport is Australia's third-largest and fastest-growing source of emissions, accounting for 23% of the total. Without intervention, transport is expected to be the leading source of emissions by 2030.
New contaminant-tolerant catalyst could help capture carbon directly from smokestacks
2024-07-06 03:46:25
A newly designed catalyst created by University of Toronto Engineering researchers efficiently converts captured carbon into valuable products—even in the presence of a contaminant that degrades the performance of current versions.
BeiDou satellite navigation system to undergo significant upgrade
2024-07-06 03:46:24
The BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS) is undergoing a significant upgrade to meet the burgeoning needs for high-precision positioning across various sectors. The new services aim to provide decimeter-level accuracy within minutes, a substantial improvement over the current capabilities.
In Georgia, wine's surprising birthplace, winemakers revive ancient grapes
2024-07-05 06:48:17
In wine's birthplace, Georgian winemakers are honoring traditional techniques and working to bring back the country's ancient grape varieties.
Mountain lion struck and killed by car on 405 Freeway
2024-07-05 06:27:41
The big cat could be seen lying near the center divider on northbound lanes of I-405 in the Sepulveda Pass on Thursday.
All the best 4th of July sales you can shop today, according to our shopping experts
2024-07-05 05:04:58
Shop big 4th of July sales and save on TVs, outdoor furniture, outdoor grills and more now.
The best places to find 4th of July appliance deals today
2024-07-05 05:04:57
Save big on appliances from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Frigidaire and more top brands now this Fourth of July.
Israel considers Hamas response to cease-fire proposal
2024-07-05 05:04:43
An Israeli delegation headed by Mossad Director David Barnea is traveling to Qatar in a continuation of talks on a potential cease-fire and hostage deal.
Britain's Labour Party projected to win huge majority as Sunak concedes, ending Conservatives' 14-year rule
2024-07-05 05:04:14
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said early Friday that the British people have "delivered a sobering verdict," and the Labour Party has won the U.K. election.
Who is Keir Starmer, the man likely to be the British prime minister?
2024-07-05 05:04:13
With the U.K. Labour Party poised to return to power after 14 years of Conservative rule, the main appeal of the man set to take power may be his dullness.
A surge in hybrid sales has surprised automakers and sounded alarm for emissions
2024-07-05 03:58:51
Car buyers looking for low-emission options are choosing hybrid vehicles over fully battery-powered EVs, according to latest sales figures.
How a unique Topeka program is welcoming immigrants and helping them thrive
2024-07-05 03:06:36
A nonprofit has partnered with the Topeka community to ensure immigrants have more than just a roof over their heads.
8-year-old stabbed to death in Queens, knife-wielding suspect fatally shot by police
2024-07-05 03:06:22
An NYPD officer shot and killed a man who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old boy to death in Queens on Thursday, police say.

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