Can aliens spy on Earth? Scientists say our radar systems could give us away

Can aliens spy on Earth? Scientists say our radar systems could give us away

Alien astronomers, even with inadequate technology, could recognise the radio signals from airports on Earth. This was revealed in an upcoming study that shows how aliens may be able to spy on us using our radio signals.   According to a study headed by researcher Ramiro Caisse Saide of the University of Manchester, radar systems used […]

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Huawei seeks AI chip deals in Middle East and Southeast Asia

Huawei seeks AI chip deals in Middle East and Southeast Asia

Huawei Technologies is attempting to export small amounts of AI chips to the Middle East and Southeast Asia, as it looks to establish itself in markets dominated by U.S. chip designer Nvidia, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday. The Chinese telecom giant has reached out to potential customers in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and […]

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Harvard University: Social media accounts of visa applicants under scanner

Harvard University: Social media accounts of visa applicants under scanner

In a recent update from Harvard University, the federal officials will now review the social media accounts of the visa applicants who plan to attend, work at or visit Harvard University, reports news agency The Associated Press. The officials, through social media accounts of the applicants, will look for ‘signs of antisemitism’. A cable sent Friday, […]

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FAA allows SpaceX Starship’s next flight, expands debris hazard zones

FAA allows SpaceX Starship’s next flight, expands debris hazard zones

The US Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday said it approved SpaceX’s Starship to return to flight after its explosive test failure in March, allowing Elon Musk’s space company to launch from Texas as soon as next week after redrawing hazard zones along the rocket’s flight path. SpaceX’s Starship, a 400-foot-tall (122 meter) rocket poised to […]

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Google to appeal against part of US court’s decision in monopoly case

Google to appeal against part of US court’s decision in monopoly case

Alphabet’s Google plans to appeal against the “adverse” portion of the court decision in the U.S. Department of Justice’s monopoly case against the technology giant. On Thursday U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema found Google liable for “willfully acquiring and maintaining monopoly power” in markets for publisher ad servers and ad exchanges. Publisher ad servers are […]

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Explained: What does ruling on Google’s illegal ad tech monopoly mean?

Explained: What does ruling on Google’s illegal ad tech monopoly mean?

A U.S. judge’s ruling that Google has illegal monopolies in ad technology sets up the possibility of U.S. prosecutors seeking a breakup. Here’s what the case involves and what Google owner Alphabet faces from here. The most important thing is what this is not about: this is not about search, Google’s bread and butter, although […]

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Japan’s anti-monopoly watchdog accuses Google of violations in smartphones

Japan’s anti-monopoly watchdog accuses Google of violations in smartphones

Japanese regulators on Tuesday accused US tech giant Google of violating anti-monopoly laws, echoing similar moves in the US and Europe. Google Japan said in a statement that it found the action “regrettable.” It said it has invested in Japan significantly to promote innovation as a technology leader. The Japan Fair Trade Commission’s “cease and […]

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Studying in the US? Key offenses that could jeopardise your student visa

Studying in the US? Key offenses that could jeopardise your student visa

International students in the United States are facing increased scrutiny following Donald Trump’s return to power. Amid tighter immigration policies and enforcement, students may risk losing their visas if found in violation of certain rules. If you’re currently studying in the US or planning to do so, it’s important to be aware of the actions […]

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Now minor traffic offences in US can revoke your student visa

Now minor traffic offences in US can revoke your student visa

Amid increasing scrutiny of international students, the United States may now revoke student visas for minor traffic violations. According to a report by the Associated Press, international students found committing offenses such as speeding could face immediate visa cancellation. This would result in the termination of their F-1 visa status, requiring them to leave the […]

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GOP’s George Santos under investigation by House Ethics panel

GOP’s George Santos under investigation by House Ethics panel

Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., leaves a House GOP conference meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington. File | Photo Credit: AP The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is launching an investigation into embattled Republican Rep. George Santos, the New York congressman whose lies and embellishments about his resume and personal life have drawn deep scrutiny. […]

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