Current Affairs - Technology

TCS has collaborated with the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT-Bombay), to develop India’s first Quantum Diamond Microchip Imager. This partnership aims to revolutionize semiconductor chip examination, enhancing reliability and energy efficiency in electronic devices.

NASA’s Magellan mission has discovered ongoing volcanic activity on Venus, providing direct geological evidence of recent lava flows in two locations on the planet's surface. This discovery suggests that Venus is more volcanically active than previously thought, highlighting the significance of the Magellan mission in advancing our understanding of Venusian geology.

The Indian Army has joined hands with the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for demonstration trials of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus technology. This collaboration underscores the Army’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed between the two entities to initiate this partnership.

Ghana has strategically collaborated with Reliance Jio and Tech Mahindra, along with Nokia, to upgrade its 4G and 5G infrastructure. This partnership aims to emulate India's successful telecom advancements and bolster connectivity and digital services across various sectors within Ghana. By choosing Indian vendors over Chinese suppliers, Ghana seeks to leverage India's expertise and experience in the telecommunications sector, aligning with its own goals for technological progress and development.

Microsoft has introduced 'Copilot+' PCs, which boast advanced AI capabilities and a distinctive 'Recall' function that tracks and stores user activities locally. These PCs aim to compete with offerings from other tech giants like Alphabet and Apple, marking Microsoft's commitment to innovation in the personal computing space.