Current Affairs - Technology

'Divya Drishti' is an AI-based tool developed by a woman-led start-up that integrates facial recognition with gait analysis to create a robust authentication system. This innovative approach enhances identification accuracy and reliability, minimizing risks associated with false positives or identity fraud. The tool has versatile applications across sectors such as defence, law enforcement, and corporate environments, developed under the technical guidance of DRDO's Centre for Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (CAIR) in Bengaluru.

The new criminal laws compiled in the "NCRB Sankalan of Criminal Laws" app are scheduled to come into force from July 01. This mobile app, launched by the National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB), serves as a comprehensive guide to the updated laws including Bharatiya Nayaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. It aims to facilitate easy access and understanding of these laws for various stakeholders such as the general public, legal professionals, and law enforcement officers, providing essential information offline as well.

Wipro has launched the Lab45 AI platform, leveraging generative AI, machine learning, and deep learning technologies to boost efficiency in HR, sales, marketing, and operations. This platform integrates advanced AI capabilities, including state-of-the-art large language models, to provide innovative solutions through both pre-built and custom applications, supporting various industries with enhanced productivity and automation.

Atomic clocks, which are highly precise timekeeping devices utilizing the resonance frequencies of atoms, were invented in 1955 by Louise Essen. These clocks are renowned for their accuracy, losing approximately one second every 100 million years, and play a crucial role in modern scientific and technological applications, including global navigation systems and telecommunications. The invention marked a significant advancement in timekeeping technology, paving the way for enhanced precision in various fields reliant on accurate time measurement.

IIT Madras has partnered with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to conduct a study on multidrug-resistant pathogens aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This collaboration aims to explore the behavior, adaptation, and evolution of these pathogens in the unique space environment, situated approximately 400 km above the Earth’s surface. The findings from this research hold significant implications for understanding microbial behaviour in extreme conditions, offering insights that could potentially influence healthcare practices and antimicrobial strategies on Earth.