In a year marred by climate change and the presence of a powerful El Niño event, the world has witnessed a new record for global heat. According to recent data, the average global temperature has soared to 62.92 degrees Fahrenheit or 17.18 degrees Celsius, surpassing all previous records. This increase in global temperatures has exceeded […]

At the COP28 climate conference, the CEO of TotalEnergies, Patrick Pouyanne, called on leading oil and gas companies to set ambitious targets for reducing CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Pouyanne emphasized that both international oil companies (IOCs) and national oil companies (NOCs) should have emission reduction targets in order to combat climate change. […]

In an era where artificial intelligence is transforming various industries, the race to develop advanced chatbot technology has gained significant momentum. Inflection AI, a rising rival to OpenAI, has recently made headlines by securing an astonishing $1.3 billion in funding. This influx of capital is set to revolutionize their renowned chatbot, Pi-ChatGPT. The funding round, […]

Microsoft has recently introduced an AI-powered assistant called Windows Copilot for Windows 11 Insiders. This assistant is designed to guide users through the installation and setup process of the new operating system. Windows Copilot automatically answers questions, provides step-by-step instructions, and offers helpful tips to enhance the user experience of Windows 11. With its AI […]

Israel is gearing up to make a significant impact at the upcoming COP 28 (Conference of Parties) in Dubai, as it plans to invest NIS 8 million to bring a delegation of 1,000 people to the conference. This delegation will include more than 100 Israeli climate and related technology companies, showcasing the nation’s commitment to […]

The European Union’s climate chief has raised concerns about China’s expansion of its coal industry, despite its plans for renewable energy use. China’s goal to have one-third of its power supply come from renewable sources by 2025 is being contradicted by its construction of more coal-fired plants. The sweltering temperatures and water shortages currently being […]

Canada’s wildfires have become a growing concern, with their destructive force impacting not only the environment but also the country’s economy. The scale of these wildfires is staggering, having burned an astonishing 20 million acres of land. This has resulted in a thick blanket of smoke that has enveloped cities in both Canada and the […]

Disasters such as cyclones and wildfires not only cause immense physical damage but also have a significant impact on the vulnerability of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and vulnerable households as customers for financial services providers. These disasters increase the risks faced by these entities, making it even more challenging for them to access […]

Authors Mona Awad and Paul Tremblay have recently filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI, a prominent AI research lab. The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI’s language model, ChatGPT, has generated text that closely resembles the works of Awad and Tremblay without their authorization. Awad and Tremblay argue that ChatGPT’s ability to generate original text based […]

Amnesty International has recently called on governments participating in Cop28, the upcoming conference on climate change, to exert pressure on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to release activists who they believe have been “unjustly imprisoned.” The organization emphasizes that the release of these activists is crucial for ensuring meaningful action on climate change. One of […]