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Check out this new VR gameplay video for Meta Quest 3. It shows you the first few minutes of Toy Trains VR. This self-explanatory gameplay is perfect for getting an overview of the game, kicking back and enjoying the classic building mechanics. Toy Trains VR allows you to create your own railway and relax while you return to your childhood. This casual railway construction game is designed to provide a pleasant and nostalgic experience. Use your logic and imagination to build tracks and create your own world in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. It’s a perfect example of what Meta…
The Union Budget 2024 announcement outlined strategic investments across multiple sectors, with a focus on space technology, logistics and research and development (R&D). According to senior industry leaders, these efforts have the potential to position India as a global leader in the deep tech economy and strengthen the country’s logistics infrastructure. Top leaders of the startup community said they view Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s decisions to set up a Rs 1,000 crore venture capital fund focused on the space economy, focus on research and development and abolish angel tax as positive steps that will strengthen India’s existing startup ecosystem. “The…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today presented the Seventh Union Budget in Parliament. In line with the vision of Vikshit Bharat (Indian National Congress), the Budget covered five different aspects as part of the Prime Minister’s policy package – promoting agriculture, skill acquisition and employment, supporting MSMEs, social welfare and digital advancements. Landmark announcements for startups in the newly elected government’s first budget included the abolition of angel tax, a long-standing demand, and introduction of a Rs 1,000 crore thematic fund for development of the space sector. “This Budget is an important one for Amrit Kaar. This Budget will also…
Paint the Town Red VR brings the chaos of first-person combat with unparalleled control to virtual reality. This fully immersive experience incorporates new features designed to make the most of virtual reality, immersing you directly in the world of Paint the Town Red. Paint the Town Red VR lets you wield a wide range of weapons with extreme precision. Every hit, every movement, every cut feels with new intensity thanks to virtual reality. Whether you’re using one weapon or combining two for a devastating attack, the spatial awareness that virtual reality provides lets you plan your attacks with surgical precision.…
There’s a long-held belief in blockchain development that only two of the three elements — scalability, security, and decentralization — can be achieved simultaneously. This concept, known as the blockchain trilemma, has guided much of the industry’s development. However, until now, there has been no precise mathematical expression for this rule. Researchers from Kyoto University have addressed this gap by discovering a mathematical formula for the blockchain trilemma that is specific to proof-of-work-based blockchains like Bitcoin. Their findings show that the product of scalability, security, and decentralization in these systems is one. Impact on blockchain development Kazuyuki Shuto, team leader…
In the latest move towards restructuring the startup sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the abolition of angel tax for all investor classes during the Union Budget 2024-25 presentation. This notable decision is expected to bring a breath of fresh air to the startup ecosystem and foster an environment more conducive to investments and growth. Repeal of the angel tax: what does it mean? The long-awaited abolition of angel tax is a major win for startups and investors alike. What does this mean for the investor base? How will this move impact the startup funding dynamics in India? The reform…
Microsoft Corp. ( MSFT ) shares received a big price target increase a week before the software giant reports its quarterly earnings. Microsoft Analyst: Piper Sandler analyst Brent Braslin reiterated his Overweight rating on Microsoft shares and raised his price target to $485 from $465. The updated price target suggests the stock has room for upside of about 10%. While it took Microsoft 13 years (from fiscal 2010 to fiscal 2023) to achieve $100 billion in annual revenue from its cloud services business, the next $100 billion in cloud revenue could be achieved in just three years, Braslin said in…
India currently operates 55 space assets, including 18 communications satellites, nine navigation satellites, five scientific satellites, three weather satellites and 20 Earth observation satellites. Image credit: ANI, ReutersIn a significant move to boost India’s aerospace sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a significant allocation of INR 100 billion for space technology development in the Union Budget 2024. The fund will support more than 180 government-recognized space tech startups across India, stimulating innovation and growth in the space industry.This announcement comes on the heels of the Economic Survey 2023-24, which highlighted the impressive progress India has made in the space sector…
Scientists led by hematologist Jan Kroenke and proteomics expert Philipp Mertins conducted a detailed study of mutations and post-transcriptional changes in tumor cells from over 100 multiple myeloma patients and 38 healthy controls. Their multi-omic analysis included deep tandem mass tag-based quantitative global (phospho)proteomics, RNA sequencing, and nanopore DNA sequencing in 138 patient-derived primary plasma cell malignancies, including treatment-naïve patients with multiple myeloma, plasma cell leukemia, and precancerous monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance, as well as healthy controls. “We found that the (phospho)proteome of malignant plasma cells is highly deregulated compared to healthy plasma cells, determined by both chromosomal alterations…
Healthcare has been one of the fastest growing economic sectors over the past decade, and with the growing threat of pandemics such as the coronavirus outbreak, the healthcare industry is set to grow again. To stay ahead of the demand for healthcare services and solutions, organizations around the world are turning to advanced technologies such as AI, machine learning, and big data. AI will play a big role in healthcare. According to Acumen Research and Consulting, the global market will reach $8 billion by 2026, and there is a lot of skill overlap between AI and big data, optimizing information…