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  The most devalued emerging currency is the Russian ruble (-13.2%), followed by the Colombian peso (-6.3%) and the Argentine peso (-5.83%). This is a week that the market has been eagerly awaiting, as today is the day of the election of the next US president  and the day after tomorrow the Federal Reserve will also decide on the direction of monetary policy in the same country. "Today, the markets' attention will be focused on the US presidential elections.  Polls show a very close election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump," said Mauricio Acevedo, currency and derivatives strategist at Corficolombiana. The strong dollar and high volatility in the markets have been the result of the tight elections. https://www.larepublica.co/finanzas/el-peso-colombiano-es-la-segunda-moneda-emergente-mas-devaluada-en-tres-meses-3991824

  Astronauts are expected to release the satellite into a 400-kilometer orbit around the Earth. Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry unveil world's first wooden satellite The world's first wooden satellite, created by Japanese researchers, was launched into space on Tuesday in an initial test to evaluate the use of wood in lunar and Martian exploration.  LignoSat  , developed in collaboration between Kyoto University and construction company Sumitomo Forestry, will be transported to the International Space Station (ISS) on a SpaceX mission, before being released into orbit approximately  400 km above Earth  . Named after the Latin word for “wood,” this compact satellite seeks to demonstrate the  potential of wood as a renewable material  in space exploration, paving the way for the possibility of living and building in space using sustainable resources. https://ecoinventos.com/la-universidad-de-kyoto-lanza-el-primer-satelite-de-madera-del-mundo-para-...

  According to new research, another ocean is hidden beneath the surface of Miranda, a moon of Uranus, in this region of the Universe. In addition to Earth,  there are other worlds in the Solar System that could host oceans  . We are referring to the moons of some planets in this region. This is very interesting because, apart from giving us clues about how natural satellites were formed,  for scientists it can increase the probability of finding a habitable star or even one already populated by some form of life  . Among other cases,  Miranda, a moon of Uranus  , is included in this tentative list, since it seems that beneath its surface there is an ocean. What we've just told you is something that new research suggests. And according to a  statement  ,  this would also challenge many assumptions about the history and composition of this moon  , while potentially placing it in the company of the select few worlds in the  Solar...

Meta AI integration in WhatsApp has raised concerns among users about privacy issues and inaccurate responses. Although it cannot be completely disabled, it is possible to reduce its visibility and avoid unwanted interactions. The integration of Meta AI in WhatsApp has brought with it a series of mixed reactions among users of the popular messaging app. This artificial intelligence, designed to act as a virtual assistant that answers questions, provides information and facilitates interaction, has begun to raise concerns mainly related to privacy and the quality of its responses. Although Meta assures that data on WhatsApp is protected by end-to-end encryption, cybersecurity experts urge users to be cautious when sharing personal information in their chats with Meta AI. They argue that this technology, like other AI tools, can collect data that, although promised to be secure, remains in the hands of the company, generating a certain distrust among users. In addition, since it is not p...

Researchers have revealed new details about the interior of black holes by applying quantum computing principles. A recent study led by physicist Enrico Rinaldi of the University of Michigan has shed new light on what might lie inside a black hole. Using quantum computing and deep learning, this team of scientists has managed to advance the understanding of the internal structure of these enigmatic astronomical entities. Their research, published in The Brighter Side, focuses on  holographic duality  , a fundamental concept that suggests a connection between gravity and particle theory. This discovery not only offers new models for the nature of black holes, but also marks a milestone in the application of quantum computing in physics. https://www.semana.com/tecnologia/articulo/cientificos-descubrieron-que-hay-dentro-de-un-agujero-negro-la-revolucion-de-la-computacion-cuantica/202452/

Apple is considering, according to Bloomberg , launching a cheaper Vision Pro model by delegating power to the iPhone, as the first Watch did. Apple is considering developing augmented reality glasses, variants of the current Vision Pro, that would delegate most of the power to the iPhone, according to  Bloomberg  . This would be a great move to democratize Apple's augmented reality, currently limited by the €4,000 Vision Pro price tag. Why it matters  . This strategy would replicate the launch of the Apple Watch nearly ten years ago, which catapulted sales of subsequent models. By delegating power to the iPhone, it allowed for an initial launch that gained traction by keeping the price contained. That affordable price is key to mass adoption. https://www.xataka.com/realidad-virtual-aumentada/apple-tiene-camino-para-hacer-vision-pro-mucho-baratas-uso-apple-watch

  Apple just released the second beta of iOS 18.2, the update that will bring Apple Intelligence to more places Apple is not slowing down and  the second beta of iOS 18.2 for the iPhone  is now available , an update packed with new features. It is logical that Apple will continue developing this update as quickly as possible if it wants to meet the possible  release date of iOS 18.2  , which will be in just a few weeks. Two weeks ago,  Apple released the first beta of iOS 18.2  and, after the  official launch of iOS 18.1  , the company is already focused on this  second major update to iOS 18  . An update that we should see at the beginning of December. iOS 18.2 beta 2: all the new features iOS  18.2 beta 1 brings a number of new features  , including the expansion of Apple Intelligence to more countries. Starting with this release, Apple Intelligence will support English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, an...

Duolingo is the best-known app for learning languages... but not the only one When we think of an app to  learn English  or any other language on our mobile, our minds go straight to  Duolingo  . Thanks to its wide range of languages ​​and the fun of its gamification system, the owl app has become one of the most popular in its sector. But there are also some  alternatives to Duolingo  that we shouldn't lose sight of. Below we will tell you about the most interesting  language learning apps  if Duolingo has ended up being too short for you. Memrise Clozemaster Busuu Babbel Mondly Drops https://www.lavanguardia.com/andro4all/aplicaciones-gratis/las-6-mejores-alternativas-gratuitas-a-duolingo

  A team of quantum physicists at  Ben-Gurion University  in Israel has formulated a theory that challenges  Albert Einstein's  famous  Theory of Relativity  by proposing an alternative model for black holes based on the concept of a "frozen star." This new hypothesis  seeks to resolve paradoxes that current theory cannot explain  , thus questioning one of the fundamental principles of modern physics. A new approach to the “singularity” that challenges the Theory of Relativity At the core of this revolutionary theory is the  concept of singularity  , understood in physics as the point at which the laws of space-time no longer apply. https://okdiario.com/ciencia/einstein-entredicho-hallazgo-grupo-fisicos-cuanticos-cuestiona-teoria-relatividad-13733258

  Almacenes Éxito offered the Motorola Moto G24 Power cell phone with 256 GB and 8 GB of RAM in light blue  with a 70% discount  for less than COP $500,000. Get it by paying with the Éxito card for $439,900 pesos  , by other means of payment and Addi for $549,900 pesos. (Find the purchase link right at the end of the note). Why buy the affordable Motorola G24? The Motorola Moto G24 Power is the brand's new offering for those looking for a mid-range phone with solid features and excellent performance. With 256GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM, this light blue device offers space and fluidity to multitask without worrying about lack of memory or performance. Highlights of the Motorola Moto G24 Power Camera  : The 50 MP main camera and the 8 MP front camera allow you to capture photos and selfies with good resolution. The main camera promises outstanding quality in adequate lighting conditions, while the front camera is ideal for video calls and selfies. Long-l...

  A team of astronomers has made a surprising discovery that promises to change our understanding of the  sources of gamma rays  in the cosmos, since it was thought that they came from the cores of active galaxies, where supermassive black holes devour matter with brutal intensity. However, an unexpected source seems to have revealed a different story, as  the micro quasar V4641 Sagittarii  , located relatively close to Earth at just 20 thousand light years away, in the constellation Sagittarius,  hosts a black hole that is six times the mass of our Sun  and is feeding on a companion star with three times its mass. This binary system  absorbs material from its neighboring star  , causing  the black hole to emit radiation in a manner similar to a cosmic particle accelerator  . The surprise is that this micro quasar emits gamma rays with energy levels reaching up to 200 teraelectronvolts (TeV), a figure 200 trillion times greater than...

  The PS5 Pro presentation was one of the most anticipated of the moment, although many people thought that a cross-generation console was not necessary considering that the current ones have not yet been fully exploited. However, it has now been revealed that  PS5 Pro  has been a five-year project, meaning that its development  began even before the original launch of PS5  . Something that confirms that Sony was already thinking about this console before seeing the final form of PS5. It was Hideaki Nishino himself, CEO of PlayStation, who offered this information in an interview for  Variety  . It certainly seems that  the Pro version of Sony's previous console worked quite well  and that is why they already had the launch of this new machine in mind. Apparently, they had already been working on it since the previous generation, something that has caught the attention of some users. https://www.mundodeportivo.com/alfabeta/playstation/el-desa...

  A recent scientific study has revealed a gradual change in the  Earth  's rotation rate that could lead to  25-hour days  over the course of hundreds of millions of years. This discovery, made by researchers at the Technical University of Munich, was made possible thanks to advanced technology that allows the measurement of minimal variations in the Earth's rotation. Gravitational interaction with the Moon:  The gravitational attraction between the Earth and the Moon generates the tides, creating friction that slows the Earth's spin. Internal movements of the planet:  Geological processes such as the movement of tectonic plates and changes in the distribution of internal mass also influence the speed of rotation. Impact of large objects:  Collisions with asteroids and comets throughout Earth's history may have affected the planet's rotation rate.

  Among us, walks the engineer, creator, innovator, scientist or student who is tackling a mammoth mosaic of problem solving. Irrespective of our industry, we face projects which at first appear harmless but possess the capability to sprout arms and legs, and turn into a wild beast that requires taming. Whether it be finance, engineering, startups or accounting, controlling what we do, for when is imperative. To understand the common problems I’ll introduce the challenges we attempt to overcome, from there, I’ll introduce Systems Engineering. A discipline of engineering, borne out of the need to understand complexity in WWII and gripped by NASA in the early days of space exploration in order to understand interrelated deliverables, control budgets and reduce risk. Introducing you to Systems Engineering Systems Engineering is a tool, methodology and discipline which you can adopt to drive certainty into your project. It enables you to deliver on what was planned and handle the riski...

The Perseverance rover discovered a tiny, intriguing green spot in Jezero Crater that it couldn't analyze. A small greenish spot discovered on Mars by the Perseverance rover has sparked the curiosity of scientists. It is perhaps the best indication of past life that NASA has found on the red planet after the  leopard spot  pattern at Cheyava Falls, but the rover has not been able to analyze it. A green spot.  While NASA  has only just revealed  the discovery, it was on August 19, 2024, when Perseverance took a nighttime image of an intriguing greenish spot on some rocks in the Serpentine Rapids region of Mars on the floor of the Jezero Crater, where it was located at the time. https://www.xataka.com/espacio/mancha-verde-que-pudo-cambiar-historia-nasa-tuvo-que-dejar-atras-mejor-pista-vida-pasada-marte