Author: Vidya Saras
On-chain data shows that big-money investors have been pouring into Bitcoin as large wallets have seen sharp growth in the past month and a half. Bitcoin Shark & Whale Wallets Have Gone Up By Almost 10% Recently According to data from the on-chain analytics firm Santiment, the Bitcoin addresses carrying at least 100 BTC have witnessed a notable jump since the start the start of this bull run. The indicator of relevance here is the “Supply Distribution,” which tells us about the amount of BTC wallets that belong to a given coin range. In the context of the current topic,…
It’s always fun to hear about new grants as they’re awarded, but what happens after the announcement? In this series, we’ll check in on a couple of projects that are well underway – or already at the finish line. Read on to learn about some recent milestones and achievements by grantees! GASOL (GAS Optimization TooLkit) The COSTA group works on formal techniques, modeling and implementations related to verification and optimization of programs. Members Elvira Albert, Pablo Gordillo and Albert Rubio are applying that expertise to Ethereum smart contracts with GASOL, a framework for optimizing gas consumption. Every Ethereum smart contract…
Neon Machine, the studio behind the blockchain-based first-person shooter Shrapnel, has announced a major leadership change ahead of the game’s planned free-to-play launch in 2025.Ken Rosman, known for his experience with Xbox titles, has been appointed as the new CEO. Meanwhile, co-founder and outgoing CEO Mark Long will transition into an advisory role to provide continued support during this critical phase of development.In addition to the CEO appointment, the company is preparing for a new round of fundraising and navigating ongoing legal disputes, signaling a crucial period in its development. Source: ShrapnelWhy is Neon Machine appointing a new CEO?The studio…
From technology tools to classroom equipment, schools handle a wide array of assets that are crucial to the education process. Managing school assets efficiently is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. From technology tools to classroom equipment, schools handle a wide array of assets that are crucial to the education process. Without proper management, these resources can quickly become a source of frustration rather than a means of empowerment. Let’s explore how schools can leverage asset management software for schools to streamline operations, reduce costs, and foster a more productive learning environment. Why Schools Need Smart Asset Management Schools…
On the southern tip of Malaysia lies the state of Johor, renowned for its beaches and mountainous jungle. But Johor has a new boom industry: data centers to power generative AI, with Microsoft committing more than $2 billion on just such a data center. For the tech giants, electricity has become the new oil. A state-of-the-art AI data center might need 90 megawatts, enough to power tens of thousands of American homes. With AI applications proliferating, from chatbots to AI agents, needs are growing. One industry consortium is planning for data centers requiring 10 gigawatts (more than a hundred times…
With the incoming Trump administration all but declaring war on American universities, it is essential for educators of every persuasion to close ranks in defense of academic freedom. Unfortunately, the American Association of University Professors (AAUP), once the "most prominent guardian of academic freedom" in the U.S., has lost its way.
Multimodal large language models (MLLMs) are advancing rapidly, enabling machines to interpret and reason about textual and visual data simultaneously. These models have transformative applications in image analysis, visual question answering, and multimodal reasoning. By bridging the gap between vision & language, they play a crucial role in improving artificial intelligence’s ability to understand and interact with the world holistically. Despite their promise, these systems need to overcome significant challenges. A core limitation is the reliance on natural language supervision for training, often resulting in suboptimal visual representation quality. While increasing dataset size and computational complexity have led to modest…
Here’s the latest news, insights, and analysis from Black Hat: Black Hat Europe 2024: Key takeaways for cybersecurity pros Dec. 16, 2024: Technical talks and policy discussions took centre stage, including ERP in the crosshairs, problems with CVSS, and AI’s impact on cybercops. SAP systems increasingly targeted by cyber attackers Dec. 13, 2024: Long viewed as an opaque black box, attackers are increasingly focused upon hacking into enterprise systems from SAP, according to research presented at Black Hat Europe 2024.
The final episode of “Yellowstone” aired on Sunday night, and despite Kevin Costner’s absence for the second half of season five, fans received a satisfying ending to the popular show.Kevin Costner played the show’s patriarch, John Dutton, for most of the series as he tried to save his ranch from greedy corporations looking to expand. However, his character was killed off in the middle of season five following the actor’s falling out with the show’s creator, Taylor Sheridan.The final episode of “Yellowstone” reveals what happened to the ranch and the other characters following his death.Article continues below advertisementFate of ‘Yellowstone’…
The Business Secretary is facing accusations of failing to fully engage with Vauxhall’s parent company Stellantis ahead of its decision to close the van-making plant in Luton—a move that puts up to 1,100 jobs at risk. Critics claim the Government neglected to maintain meaningful dialogue for months despite an early warning of potential closure. Stellantis, which owns the Vauxhall brand, announced last month that it would consolidate its British operations at Ellesmere Port in Cheshire, citing the UK’s stringent zero-emission vehicle quotas as a “significant factor” in its choice to close the Luton site. The news arrives against a backdrop…