Tech & Science

Businesses in Cyprus are strengthening their cybersecurity measures in anticipation of the European Union’s network and information security directive (NIS 2). The new directive comes into effect across all 27 EU ...

The vast majority of global executives (90 per cent) believe their IT infrastructure is best-in-class, while only 39 per cent feel it’s ready to handle future risks, according to a report ...

Young scientists from Cyprus were celebrated by the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) at the 18th European Researchers’ Night for their exceptional communication skills and imaginative entries across various science ...

SpaceX in its fifth Starship test flight on Sunday returned the rocket’s towering first stage booster back to its Texas launch pad for the first time using giant metal ...

CEO Elon Musk showcased on Thursday a long-awaited robotaxi with two gull-wing doors and no steering wheel or pedals and surprised with robovan, betting on a shift in focus from ...

Spanish scientists said they will reveal details of the nationality of 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus on Saturday, after using DNA analysis to tackle a centuries-old mystery. Countries have argued over ...

Digital identity cards issued by the Republic of Cyprus can be used to sign documents by way of an “e-signature” from the moment at which they are issued, Research Deputy ...

The U.S. said on Tuesday it may ask a judge to force Alphabet’s Google to divest parts of its business, such as its Chrome browser and Android operating ...

At the opening of the Women in STEM Cyprus Forum in Limassol, Commissioner for Gender Equality Josie Christodoulou, acknowledged Cyprus’ progress on gender equality, despite ranking 21st among the 27 EU ...

RAVATAR made a debut during the European Researchers’ Night 2024 in Nicosia, unveiling its AI-powered hologram of Marie Curie. The innovative showcase demonstrated how artificial intelligence can transform the way we ...

US scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for the discovery of microRNA and its crucial role in how multicellular organisms grow and live, the ...

Global cybersecurity spending reached a total of $21.1 billion in the second quarter of 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 9.9 per cent.  Despite ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, including political disruptions from elections and ...

Constellation Energy (CEG.O) and Microsoft (MSFT.O) plan to restart the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, hoping they have scored a quick source of enough climate-friendly energy to power ...

Alphabet’s (GOOGL.O) Google is providing key capabilities for an artificial intelligence assistant for Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) drivers in a smartphone app, part of Google’s strategy to ...

The Biden administration’s proposed ban on Chinese connected-car technology could prove its strongest weapon yet to fend off an onslaught of cheap Chinese electric vehicles that has upended the ...

If you’ve ever wished you could easily download clips and content from Instagram, you’re not alone. Every day, countless users scroll through their feeds and find fun videos ...

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is working on a plan to restructure its core business into a for-profit benefit corporation that will no longer be controlled by its non-profit board, people familiar with ...

The European Researchers’ Night, the largest annual celebration of science, research, and innovation, opens on Friday, September 27, at the State Fair in Nicosia. The event will run from 8:30 am to 10 ...

Inspired by Google’s Tech Talks initiative, a new event in Nicosia will focus on technology and its fast development. Organised by a group of companies and organisations (Pale Blue, ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming workplaces in Cyprus today, offering higher salaries and more opportunities, according to chief scientist Demetris Skourides. “Studies have shown that, even in emerging markets, automating ...

Alphabet unit Google has agreed for the first time ever to purchase nature-based carbon removal credits from a Brazilian startup, its first engagement with carbon projects in the South American ...

United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company G42 has teamed up with US chipmaker Nvidia (NVDA.O) to work on climate tech, G42 has announced, ahead of the first-ever visit to ...

By Andreas Constantinides As the new school year begins and considering the increased use of technology by children, it is imperative to implement strict security protocols and raise awareness about ...

Booking.com’s restrictions against hotels offering lower rates on their websites or on rival sites are unnecessary and could reduce competition, Europe’s top court said this week in ...