TECHNOLOGY

Samsung joins with Hyundai to use private 5G network in car manufacturing

The two companies recently completed the end-to-end Reduced Capability (RedCap) trial over a private 5G network and will showcase the technology during the upcoming ‘Mobile World Congress’ (MWC) 2025 Seoul: Samsung Electronics said on Wednesday it has joined hands with Hyundai Motor to integrate its fifth-generation (5G) private network solutions with the carmaker’s advanced vehicle manufacturing facilities. The two companies recently completed the end-to-end Reduced Capability (RedCap) trial over a private 5G network and will showcase the technology during the upcoming ‘Mobile World Congress’ (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, Spain, according to Samsung Electronics. A private 5G network is a dedicated communication system, in which a company installs base stations and utilises separate communication frequency bands for communication within the company or…

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Editorial: Hyperloop, a big technological leap

Hyperloop can solve two crucial problems India faces – traffic congestion and carbon emissions A common lament against India is that despite being endowed with immense talent and human resources, it always lags behind developed countries in pioneering innovations of global impact. Poor spending on research and development (R&D) — less than 1% of the GDP — has been the bane of Indian science. However, the recent successful demonstration of the first hyperloop test track, a high-speed futuristic transportation system, brings much-needed cheer and optimism. It showcases the technological prowess of the Indian research community, despite functioning under a highly bureaucratised system. Hyperloop involves an electromagnetically levitating pod within a vacuum tube, thus eliminating friction and air drag, and potentially allowing the…

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Quadric IT showcases cutting-edge AI and sustainability innovations at BioAsia 2025

This AI-powered reusable notebook functions like a traditional notebook but offers 100 reuses per page. Handwritten content can be seamlessly converted into digital format using the RenoteAI app Hyderabad: Quadric IT, a pioneer in AI-driven and sustainable technology solutions, is making waves at BioAsia with a lineup of groundbreaking innovations. Among these, the Reusable Smart AI-Based Notebook, co-invented by Suman Balabommu, Kesari Sai Krishna Sabniveesu, and Raghu Ram Thatavarthy, is set to revolutionize the way notes are taken in meetings. This AI-powered reusable notebook functions like a traditional notebook but offers 100 reuses per page. Handwritten content can be seamlessly converted into digital format using the RenoteAI app, which also enables cloud storage and AI-generated prompts for instant knowledge retrieval. Users…

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Why do we get sunburns even in snow?

When you’re out in the snow, a lot of the solar radiation your skin receives is reflected from the snow itself Hyderabad: It’s extremely easy to get sunburned while you’re skiing and snowboarding in the mountains, but have you ever wondered why? While it’s true when you’re high in the mountains, you’re slightly closer to the Sun, but that isn’t the reason. Being 1 mile higher up does mean the atmosphere is thinner, so there are fewer particles to block the ultraviolet radiation that causes sunburns. But the big reason your skin is more likely to burn has to do with all that fresh powder skiers and snowboarders crave, especially on perfect, blue-sky days. There are many ways that snow conditions…

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Snow cover over Mount Everest continues to recede

Warmer and drier conditions have been prevailing in recent winters, including those of 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025, which are driving a reduced snow cover, higher snow lines and increased forest fires, says expert New Delhi: Snow cover atop Mount Everest retreated by 150 metres, indicating a lack of snow accumulation during the winter season of 2024-2025, researchers have noted. Analysing NASA satellite images from October 2023 till early January 2025, trends illustrated “a rise in snow line through January in both 2024 and 2025″, glaciologist Mauri Pelto, a professor of environmental science at Nichols College, US, wrote in a blog post on February 2. At 8,849 metres above sea level, Mount Everest is the tallest point on Earth. The Himalayan peak is located between Nepal and Tibet. ‘Snow line’ refers to the boundary or elevation…

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SNIST signs landmark MoU with Wipro to shape new-age industry-ready talent

This collaboration is set to bridge the gap between academia and industry by equipping students with cutting-edge skills, advanced training, and top-notch placement opportunities Hyderabad: Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology (SNIST) signed a prestigious memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Wipro, a global IT leader. This breakthrough partnership places SNIST among the only two institutions in Telangana to receive this opportunity, alongside CBIT. The MoU was signed in the presence of Sudip Guha, Oracle delivery head at Wipro; Koteshwar Rao, global delivery head at Wipro; and K Abhijit Rao, CEO of SNIST. This collaboration is set to bridge the gap between academia and industry by equipping students with cutting-edge skills, advanced training, and top-notch placement opportunities. Through this MoU, SNIST students will gain direct exposure to industry-driven learning models, real-world projects, and career acceleration programmes with Wipro’s global expertise, a press release said. The academia-industry rapport-building initiatives open new avenues for students to thrive…

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Scientists aren’t entirely sure why whales breach

Whales live in waters over 1,000 metres deep and are social, forming cohesive groups that in some cases may number hundreds of animals Hyderabad: Over 150 false killer whales were reported to be stranded on a remote beach on Australia’s island State of Tasmania on February 19. Of them 136 appeared to be still alive and rescue operations were launched to refloat them. The largest mass-stranding in Australian history occurred in the Macquarie harbour in 2020 when 470 long-finned pilot whales became stuck on sandbars. Most of the beached whales died. Why do these creatures, who are masters of oceans, enter an inhospitable environment where they could die? Mass stranding involves whales. Long-finned and short-finned pilot whales tend to be the frequent…

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Are gluten-free foods really healthy?

Many gluten-free foods are high in calories and sugar, low on fiber and protein, and they cost more Hyderabad: While consumers often pay more for gluten-free products, these items typically provide less protein and more sugar and calories compared with gluten-containing alternatives. A study findings suggested that many perceived benefits of gluten-free products – such as weight control and diabetes management – are exaggerated. Currently, many gluten-free products lack dietary fiber, protein and essential nutrients. Manufacturers often add supplements to compensate, but the incorporation of dietary fibres during processing can hinder protein digestion. In addition, gluten-free products generally contain higher sugar levels compared with other products containing gluten. Long-term adherence to a gluten-free diet has been associated with increased body mass…

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High protein intake boosts height in girls

Just seven grams over daily protein intake recommendation can increase height by one centimeter in girls Hyderabad: A study by nutritionists at the University of Bonn, showed that while an increase in protein intake had no effect on body height in the boys and young men, a clear relationship was found in the girls. According to the scientists’ calculations, an average increase of about seven grams of protein daily above the intake recommendations leads on average to an increase in height of one centimeter. The researchers studied a total of 189 healthy girls and boys and recorded protein intake not only from dietary survey data, but also by measuring urinary urea nitrogen excretion. In principle, protein intake should not be higher…

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Here is how Elon Musk’s ‘Grok 3 AI’ can be accessed; Check out what it can do

Grok 3 has been rolled out for Premium+ subscribers on X. Users need to update their X app to access the new features Hyderabad: Elon Musk launched his flagship artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok 3 AI, on Monday, calling it the “smartest AI on Earth.” Grok 3 has been rolled out for Premium+ subscribers on X. Users need to update their X app to access the new features. A new subscription plan called SuperGrok will soon be available for users on the Grok mobile app and Grok.com website. What Does the AI Tool Do? Grok 3 AI, a large language model (LLM), utilizes over 10 times the computing power of Grok 2, significantly enhancing its reasoning abilities. Reports suggest that the latest LLM…

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