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Google sends artificial intelligence into space. Project Suncatcher is the tech giant’s craziest plan yet
The development of AI means that modern data centers consume astronomical amounts of energy and water, generating a huge carbon footprint. Google decided to attack this problem in a way that would have sounded like science fiction just a few years ago. The company has just revealed an ambitious plan to move its AI infrastructure to low Earth orbit. The project involves sending a constellation of satellites equipped with Trillium TPU systems, connected by advanced optical links.The sun emits over 100 trillion times more energy than humanity produces globally. In the right orbit, solar panels are up to 8 times more efficient than those installed on Earth.This private Vast Space space station will surprise NASA. The commercial orbital station Haven-1 will be launched in 2026Google Research has revealed the foundations of Project Suncatcher, which involves...
Google marks Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce engagement with special search animation
Google joined in the celebrations as pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce announced their engagement, lighting up its search page with a playful animation. Fans searching for “Taylor Swift” on Google were greeted with an interactive visual effect. Social media users quickly noticed the surprise, sharing clips of the celebratory feature online.
The Grammy-winning singer and Kansas City Chiefs tight end confirmed their engagement on Tuesday through social media posts, sending fans into a frenzy, and sparking an outpouring of congratulations from celebrities and fans alike.Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement in joint Instagram postPop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce are officially engaged, the couple announced on Tuesday in a joint Instagram post that quickly set the internet ablaze.The post featured five photos capturing the newly engaged pair, accompanied...
Google Maps maimed Timelines for privacy, but that’s worse than abandoning it
For many, Google is synonymous with seemingly healthy features suddenly deleted from existence. There’s some truth to it, but one of the crucial changes I’ve taken issue with isn’t in the absence of features; it’s in the convolution. Specifically, in the privacy changes made to Google Maps Timelines.Privacy takes precedence in Google MapsAs long as I can remember, it seems like Google Maps has had its universally loved timeline feature.
Wherever you go and whatever you visit, Google Maps saves your route and location data for a couple of reasons. It’s how Google pulls some recommendations based on past visits, but on the user-facing side, it also means a record of your trips is saved with easy recall.
The feature had to be enabled, and consent had to be given to Google to store that data in...
Google Joins the Texas Nuclear Alliance as a Founding Member
Technology tamfitronics Austin, TX, November 13, 2024 --(PR.com)-- The Texas Nuclear Alliance (“TNA”) is proud to announce that Google, a global leader in technology and sustainability, has joined as a Founding Member.“We are excited to welcome Google as a key partner for the Texas Nuclear Alliance,” said Reed Clay, president of TNA. “Google’s forward-thinking approach to innovative energy solutions for the nation’s rapid technology and economic growth aligns with our goal of ensuring Texas remains at the forefront of energy leadership, including and especially with the coming nuclear power resurgence.”“Texas, and our country, stands on the...
