James Watson, who co-discovered DNA double helix, dies at 97
Scientist helped break new ground in study of genetics, but later caused outcry with promotion of racist ideas.
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Chipmaker Nvidia hits $5 trillion valuation
The surge comes barely three months after it hit the $4 trillion market cap.
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Why is New Delhi making it rain artificially?
Delhi is using ‘cloud seeding’ in a bid to dispel pollution – but can it work?
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Nvidia will build AI supercomputers for US Department of Energy
Nvidia is striking deals around the world while also navigating a US-China trade war.
OpenAI restructures into public-benefit firm, Microsoft takes 27% stake
The deal removes a major constraint on raising capital for OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, and values firm at $500bn.
US Dept of Energy partners with AMD to build two supercomputers: Report
The new tech will help manage US arsenal of nuclear weapons and accelerate drug development.
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Could COVID-19 mRNA vaccines also fight cancer?
New study reveals that vaccines developed using mRNA might hold the key to ‘off-the-shelf’ cancer vaccine.
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What does the US-UK AI deal mean for your data?
Is the UK truly becoming an AI hub as US tech giants pour in billions?
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Bosch warns production at risk as Nexperia dispute hits auto suppliers
China has banned exports of Nexperia’s finished products which are widely used in car parts.
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Has climate change brought mosquitoes to Iceland?
Iceland is no longer among the few places in the world free of mosquitoes. Scientists point to rising temperatures.
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Why has Pakistan’s HPV vaccine campaign faced a backlash?
Pakistan rolled out the vaccine for the HPV virus last month. The virus causes cervical cancer.
