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Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Turns to Blockchain, AI to Curb Sophisticated Crimes
Azam Baki, MACC chief commissioner, stated that AI and blockchain can help detect criminals involved in sophisticated corruption. The agency's intelligence unit has integrated these technologies into forensic and financial analysis to enhance threat detection.
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Trump's Inauguration Marks New Era For Cryptocurrency
Advocates and holders of crypto will soon influence US policy on the emerging technology after a slew of nominations and advisory appointments by President-elect Donald Trump, who takes office on Monday.
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New Soil Carbon Measurement Method Could Boost Trust in Carbon Credit Markets
Direct soil carbon measurement is being explored as a more accurate method for verifying carbon storage in agriculture. Unlike predictive models, which can be unreliable, this method provides solid data that improves carbon credit market trust. A recent study showed how direct measurements could scale cost-effectively across large areas, supporting...
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US Tightens Norms On AI Chips Export: All You Need To Know
The Joe Biden-led administration on Monday unveiled a new set of regulations to further limit access to the United States' Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips and technology to other nations.
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Top Trends Of 2024: How Indian Students Are Adapting To Global Education Shifts
The evolving landscape, driven by technological advancements, policy changes, and shifting student priorities, is paving the way for a dynamic and interconnected world of education in 2025 and beyond.
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'Was Ahead Of His Time': Professor To NDTV On Trump's Indian-Origin Pick For AI
Indian-origin genius Sriram Krishnan, who has been appointed senior policy adviser for artificial intelligence in the incoming Trump administration, was ahead of his time when he was in college, Mr Krishnan's professor Dr G Vadivu told NDTV.
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"Honoured": Chennai-Born Sriram Krishnan, Donald Trump's Pick For AI Advisor
US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Sriram Krishnan as senior policy advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
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AI Tool Helps People with Opposing Views Find Common Ground in Public Policy Deliberations
A new AI tool developed by Google DeepMind helps people with opposing views reach consensus by summarising viewpoints fairly. Tested on UK residents, the AI-generated summaries were preferred over those of human mediators, showcasing potential for improving democratic deliberation processes. The tool, named the Habermas Machine, could be crucial in...
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Explained: New US Guidelines For International STEM Students
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the updated policy guidelines for international students' eligibility for Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
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El Salvador Doubles Down on Bitcoin Strategy, Set to Upskill Over 80,000 Civil Servants
Over 80,000 Salvadoran civil servants are set up to be trained in efficiently using Bitcoin-related technology and upon completion of the training, these officials will be provided with a certification.
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Karnataka Now Has A New Cyber Security Policy. Here Are The Highlights
Karnataka today launched a comprehensive cyber security policy 2024 to combat rising levels of cyber-crimes and promote awareness, skill building, public-private partnerships and technology integration to protect the state's digital infrastructure.
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IIT-Madras Begins Draft Work on ‘Metaverse India Policy and Standards’ with Industry Veterans
IIT Madras is taking efforts to list rules that could potentially oversee the metaverse sector. The committee will address the technical and ethical shortcomings to make the industrial uses of this digital technology safer and more advanced.
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Assam Has Vast Renewable Energy Potential, Needs Policy Overhaul: Experts
New research released by the International Forum for Environment, Sustainability and Technology (iFOREST) sheds light on Assam's renewable energy (RE) generation potential and the imperative for policy enhancement.
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Crypto Policies, AI Remain Key Topics of Focus for G20’s 2024 Agenda Under Brazil: FSB
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is laying importance to crypto policy work and AI as the G20 summit steps into its nineteenth year. Brazil took the reins of the G20 presidency from India in December 2023 and will continue to preside over the group for the next one year.
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IIT Bhubaneswar To Kick Off 100-CUBE Startup Initiative On February 11
IIT Bhubaneswar: This endeavour aligns closely with the objectives outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which prioritises fostering entrepreneurship and facilitating startup development.
![Gadgets 360 With Technical Guruji: News of the Week [November 24, 2024]](https://c.ndtvimg.com/2024-11/484pr2os_news-of-the-week_160x120_24_November_24.jpg?downsize=245:163 "Gadgets 360 With Technical Guruji: News of the Week [November 24, 2024]")
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Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Turns to Blockchain, AI to Curb Sophisticated Crimes
Azam Baki, MACC chief commissioner, stated that AI and blockchain can help detect criminals involved in sophisticated corruption. The agency's intelligence unit has integrated these technologies into forensic and financial analysis to enhance threat detection.
-
Trump's Inauguration Marks New Era For Cryptocurrency
Advocates and holders of crypto will soon influence US policy on the emerging technology after a slew of nominations and advisory appointments by President-elect Donald Trump, who takes office on Monday.
-
New Soil Carbon Measurement Method Could Boost Trust in Carbon Credit Markets
Direct soil carbon measurement is being explored as a more accurate method for verifying carbon storage in agriculture. Unlike predictive models, which can be unreliable, this method provides solid data that improves carbon credit market trust. A recent study showed how direct measurements could scale cost-effectively across large areas, supporting...
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US Tightens Norms On AI Chips Export: All You Need To Know
The Joe Biden-led administration on Monday unveiled a new set of regulations to further limit access to the United States' Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips and technology to other nations.
-
Top Trends Of 2024: How Indian Students Are Adapting To Global Education Shifts
The evolving landscape, driven by technological advancements, policy changes, and shifting student priorities, is paving the way for a dynamic and interconnected world of education in 2025 and beyond.
-
'Was Ahead Of His Time': Professor To NDTV On Trump's Indian-Origin Pick For AI
Indian-origin genius Sriram Krishnan, who has been appointed senior policy adviser for artificial intelligence in the incoming Trump administration, was ahead of his time when he was in college, Mr Krishnan's professor Dr G Vadivu told NDTV.
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"Honoured": Chennai-Born Sriram Krishnan, Donald Trump's Pick For AI Advisor
US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Sriram Krishnan as senior policy advisor for Artificial Intelligence at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
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AI Tool Helps People with Opposing Views Find Common Ground in Public Policy Deliberations
A new AI tool developed by Google DeepMind helps people with opposing views reach consensus by summarising viewpoints fairly. Tested on UK residents, the AI-generated summaries were preferred over those of human mediators, showcasing potential for improving democratic deliberation processes. The tool, named the Habermas Machine, could be crucial in...
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Explained: New US Guidelines For International STEM Students
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the updated policy guidelines for international students' eligibility for Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
-
El Salvador Doubles Down on Bitcoin Strategy, Set to Upskill Over 80,000 Civil Servants
Over 80,000 Salvadoran civil servants are set up to be trained in efficiently using Bitcoin-related technology and upon completion of the training, these officials will be provided with a certification.
-
Karnataka Now Has A New Cyber Security Policy. Here Are The Highlights
Karnataka today launched a comprehensive cyber security policy 2024 to combat rising levels of cyber-crimes and promote awareness, skill building, public-private partnerships and technology integration to protect the state's digital infrastructure.
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IIT-Madras Begins Draft Work on ‘Metaverse India Policy and Standards’ with Industry Veterans
IIT Madras is taking efforts to list rules that could potentially oversee the metaverse sector. The committee will address the technical and ethical shortcomings to make the industrial uses of this digital technology safer and more advanced.
-
Assam Has Vast Renewable Energy Potential, Needs Policy Overhaul: Experts
New research released by the International Forum for Environment, Sustainability and Technology (iFOREST) sheds light on Assam's renewable energy (RE) generation potential and the imperative for policy enhancement.
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Crypto Policies, AI Remain Key Topics of Focus for G20’s 2024 Agenda Under Brazil: FSB
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is laying importance to crypto policy work and AI as the G20 summit steps into its nineteenth year. Brazil took the reins of the G20 presidency from India in December 2023 and will continue to preside over the group for the next one year.
-
IIT Bhubaneswar To Kick Off 100-CUBE Startup Initiative On February 11
IIT Bhubaneswar: This endeavour aligns closely with the objectives outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which prioritises fostering entrepreneurship and facilitating startup development.
