CERN's future collider project is expected to be a groundbreaking instrument for studying the universe's fundamental laws and the Higgs boson. The US has pledged support for the project under the Biden administration, but its continuation under the Trump administration remains uncertain due to recent cuts in foreign aid and research spending. Despite being an observer state, the US contributes to specific projects at CERN, with 2,000 users making it the largest national contingent among 17,000 people working there.
https://thestar.com/news/world/europe/scientists-release-plans-for-an-even-bigger-atom-smasher-to-address-the-mysteries-of-physics/article_4d1cf127-2362-5ad3-ac89-125fae5b2a82.htmlOpenAI's ChatGPT has reached an all-time high in app downloads, weekly active users, and in-app subscription revenue after the launch of updates to its GPT-4o model. CEO Sam Altman revealed that the platform gained one million new users in just one hour, surpassing the five-day milestone of 1 million users set by ChatGPT's launch over two years ago. The app's popularity has led to concerns about potential copyright violations due to its use of AI-generated images mimicking Studio Ghibli's distinctive style, with co-founder Hayao Miyazaki expressing disgust at the idea of incorporating such technology into his work.
https://channelnewsasia.com/business/ghibli-effect-chatgpt-usage-hits-record-after-rollout-viral-feature-5037751Beijing has intensified military drills around Taiwan, amid rising tensions between China and the island nation. A scientist from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has appealed to the Chinese government to use artificial intelligence for peaceful purposes, rather than its current military applications. Meanwhile, China and New Zealand have collaborated on historic ocean dives in the South China Sea, marking a rare moment of cooperation between the two nations.
https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3304758/beijing-moves-drills-closer-taiwan-scientists-ai-plea-china-scmp-daily-highlights?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionThe US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has warned of a new malware called RESURGE targeting vulnerable Ivanti products, specifically those with unpatched CVE-2025-0282 stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability. The malware can create web shells, harvest credentials, and manipulate files, allowing unauthorized access and persistent control over endpoints. CISA advises companies to conduct factory resets on affected devices and reset passwords for all domain users and local accounts to mitigate the risk.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/ivanti-products-targeted-by-dangerous-malware-yet-againA new study suggests that global heating will have far-reaching economic consequences, contradicting current climate models. According to Professor Frank Jotzo of Australian National University, these models assume that if certain activities become unviable due to climate change, output will simply shift to other areas. However, this oversimplification ignores the interconnectedness of global economies through trade, potentially leading to a more significant impact on the world economy than predicted by current models.
https://www.ndtv.com/science/global-warming-will-make-the-average-person-40-poorer-study-warns-8061033#pfrom=home-ndtv_scienceThe company is warning investors that actual outcomes may differ from forward-looking statements due to various factors such as economic downturns, military conflicts, pandemics, and changes in consumer tastes and preferences. The company's business is also vulnerable to cybersecurity risks, regulatory compliance issues, and the impact of social responsibility concerns on its reputation. Additionally, the company faces challenges in acquiring and integrating new technology, maintaining intellectual property rights, and securing financing to meet future capital needs.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/01/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/sportradar-outlines-growth-strategy-and-financial-outlook-at-investor-day/2084428A company has implemented GenAI-enabled Chatbots on its CTO-as-a-Service platform, resulting in improved operational efficiency. The chatbots provide 24/7 customer support, offering instant and accurate recommendations that cater to the company's specific business needs.
https://channelnewsasia.com/brand-studio/find-out-how-ai-chatbots-have-helped-singaporean-company-increase-its-sales-80-cent-4989376The development of global data ecosystems is being shaped by current issues of data sovereignty, censorship resistance, and computational scalability. Governments, corporations, and individuals must balance compliance with regulations such as the European Union's GDPR and China's Cybersecurity Law, which impose strict penalties for non-compliance. Decentralized systems that respect local governance while enabling secure, borderless data exchange are becoming increasingly important to address these challenges. Platforms like Datagram are showcasing how decentralization can enable a more agile approach to data management, leveraging technologies such as blockchain-based solutions and peer-to-peer networks to preserve digital freedoms and enhance scalability.
https://bitcoinist.com/navigating-the-role-of-decentralization-in-tomorrows-data-ecosystems/DeDie, a seasoned marketing expert from Google Cloud and Cooler Screens, Inc., joins Cavallo as it scales its AI-powered Profit Maximization platform. At Google Cloud, deDie led campaigns that generated $91M in new pipeline, while at CoolerX she developed AI-powered retail media initiatives. Her expertise will help Cavallo empower distributors and manufacturers to boost revenue through real-time insights and predictive analytics, aiming to lower order errors by 90% and achieve pre-tax profit gains of 10x.
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