Articles (Page 74)

tech 5

MacBook Neo review: the Mac for the masses

(The Verge / 2026-03-10 13:00)

The MacBook Neo is Apple's new entry-level laptop, positioned as a successor to the M1 MacBook Air with a starting price of $599. It is designed to attract students and first-time buyers, offering sufficient performance for everyday tasks and all-day battery life.

The review finds it a compelling, well-rounded package that outperforms many affordable Windows laptops and Chromebooks, despite using an iPhone chip. Key strengths include its impressive value, excellent mechanical trackpad, and solid screen and speakers.

Notable compromises for the price include 8GB of RAM, slower storage, no keyboard backlighting, and a limited port selection. Overall, it presents no major flaws and is deemed "good enough" to be the primary Apple laptop for many people.

Main Topics: MacBook Neo launch and positioning, performance and value assessment, design and feature compromises, comparison to competitors.

tech 5

Google’s Gemini AI is getting a bigger role across Docs, Sheets, and Slides

(The Verge / 2026-03-10 13:00)

Google is significantly expanding the integration of its Gemini AI assistant within its Workspace suite, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive. Key new features include a dedicated Gemini chat window in Docs for generating and formatting documents, the ability for Gemini to create entire spreadsheets in Sheets, and AI-powered slide generation and editing in Slides.

Additionally, Google Drive is receiving a Gemini-powered search function that provides AI Overviews to help users find and summarize information across their files. The overarching goal is to embed AI assistance directly into the familiar Workspace applications where users already do their daily work.

The main topics covered are the enhanced Gemini integrations in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, and the new AI search capabilities in Google Drive.

tech 5

This SpaceX veteran says the next big thing in space is satellites that return to Earth

(TechCrunch / 2026-03-10 13:00)

A new startup called Lux Aeterna, founded by SpaceX veteran Brian Taylor, has raised $10 million to develop reusable satellites with built-in heat shields. The company plans to launch its Delphi spacecraft on a SpaceX rocket in early 2027 to demonstrate the technology, which aims to return payloads intact to Earth.

The main challenge is that traditional heat shields add significant weight and cost, making reentry typically reserved for crewed vehicles. Lux Aeterna's approach seeks to overcome this to allow satellites to be returned, refurbished, and upgraded, extending their lifespan beyond the current five-to-ten-year limit.

The main topics covered are the company's funding and mission, the technical and economic challenges of spacecraft reentry, and the broader industry trend toward reusable space assets for both cargo and satellites.

tech 6

Hyperscale Power is the latest startup to challenge 140-year-old transformer tech

(TechCrunch / 2026-03-10 13:00)

The 140-year-old iron-core transformer, a reliable mainstay of the electrical grid and data centers, is facing limits due to skyrocketing power demands from AI and the rise of renewables. Its electronic replacement, the solid-state transformer, is gaining momentum as a more compact and efficient alternative, with startups in the sector raising hundreds of millions in funding.

A new contender, Hyperscale Power, recently raised a €5 million seed round to build a prototype it claims will be exceptionally small by operating at much higher frequencies than competitors. The company argues that solid-state transformers are becoming a necessity to support the aggressive growth of high-density AI data centers, where traditional power equipment is becoming prohibitively large.

The main topics covered are the limitations of traditional iron-core transformers, the emergence and investment in solid-state transformer technology, and the specific approach and competitive landscape within this emerging market.

tech 5

Google rolls out new Gemini capabilities to Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive

(TechCrunch / 2026-03-10 13:00)

Google is introducing new AI features powered by Gemini across its Workspace apps, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive. These tools allow users to generate and format documents, spreadsheets, and presentations by pulling personal data from Gmail, Drive, and Chat based on simple text prompts.

Key capabilities include "Help me create" for drafting documents, "Fill with Gemini" for auto-populating spreadsheets with web data, and tools to unify writing styles or match document formats. The AI is designed to act as a collaborative partner within the apps to streamline complex tasks without switching platforms.

The main topics covered are the new Gemini AI integrations for content creation and automation in Google Workspace, specifically within Docs, Sheets, and Slides.

tech 5

Zoom introduces an AI-powered office suite, says AI avatars for meetings arrive this month

(TechCrunch / 2026-03-10 13:00)

Zoom is launching AI-powered photorealistic avatars for meetings and asynchronous messaging later this month, alongside a new deepfake detection feature to alert users of potential impersonation. The company is also introducing a suite of AI productivity apps (Docs, Slides, Sheets) and an AI agent builder for non-technical users, while expanding its AI Companion to desktop and Workvivo.

Other announcements include custom AI agents created with natural language, updated developer APIs for speech and vision, and AI-enhanced chat summarization. Zoom aims to unify its design across platforms for easier access to these AI tools.

The main topics covered are the launch of AI avatars, new AI productivity applications, AI Companion expansion, deepfake detection, and platform-wide AI integration and design unification.

brasil 3

Prêmio reconhece 6 pesquisadoras de universidades federais e da FVG por contribuição para a ciência

(Folha de S.Paulo - Em cima da hora - Principal / 2026-03-10 13:00)

Resumo objetivo:
O 2º Prêmio Mulheres e Ciência, promovido pelo MCTI e CNPq, premiou seis pesquisadoras em diferentes categorias científicas e três estudantes do ensino médio, além de reconhecer três universidades por sua atuação na inclusão feminina na ciência. A cerimônia ocorreu em Brasília, com premiações em dinheiro e troféus para as vencedoras.

Principais tópicos abordados:
1. A premiação de pesquisadoras e estudantes mulheres como incentivo à participação feminina na ciência e inovação.
2. O reconhecimento de instituições de ensino superior que se destacam na inclusão de mulheres na ciência.
3. A descrição das categorias e áreas de atuação das ganhadoras, abrangendo ciências da vida, exatas, humanas e sociais.

brasil 3

Como 'Pecadores' pode quebrar a maldição dos filmes de terror no Oscar

(Folha de S.Paulo - Em cima da hora - Principal / 2026-03-10 13:00)

O filme "Pecadores" quebrou o recorde de indicações ao Oscar, com 16, superando marcas anteriores, mas não é considerado o favorito absoluto à principal categoria devido ao histórico de resistência da Academia ao gênero de terror. A produção, que mistura drama de época com vampiros como alegoria do racismo, ganhou força após vencer nas categorias de melhor elenco e ator (Michael B. Jordan) no The Actor Awards, aquecendo sua disputa pelo Oscar. O artigo também contextualiza como outros filmes aterrorizantes ou de suspense, como "O Exorcista" e "O Sexto Sentido", apesar do sucesso crítico e comercial, tradicionalmente têm menos reconhecimento nas categorias principais da premiação.

tech 4

Wordle’s creator is back with a game that aims to ease players into cryptic crosswords

(The Verge / 2026-03-10 12:59)

Wordle creator Josh Wardle has launched a new word game called Parseword, designed to make the complex genre of cryptic crosswords more accessible to newcomers. The game features tutorials, starter puzzles, and multiple difficulty modes to help players learn while offering challenges for veterans.

Parseword arrives in a highly competitive market for daily puzzle games, fueled by Wordle's earlier success. Wardle describes the new project as a personal "labor of love," allowing him to engage with the puzzle community on his own terms after struggling with Wordle's viral fame.

The main topics covered are the launch and design philosophy of Parseword, the current puzzle game market landscape, and Josh Wardle's personal motivation for creating the new game.

brasil 3

Curso de Promotoras Legais Populares abre inscrições para formação feminista em Ceilândia (DF)

(Brasil de Fato / 2026-03-10 12:57)

Estão abertas as inscrições para a turma de 2026 do Curso de Promotoras Legais Populares (PLPs) no Distrito Federal, uma formação gratuita da UnB voltada para mulheres e pessoas não binárias. O objetivo principal é democratizar o conhecimento jurídico e sobre direitos, criando um espaço de diálogo, acolhimento e resistência contra a violência de gênero. O curso, que integra saberes acadêmicos e populares, ocorre aos sábados entre abril e dezembro e oferece suporte para participantes com crianças.

Principais tópicos abordados: 1. Abertura das inscrições e detalhes logísticos do curso (público-alvo, data, local, duração). 2. Objetivos educacionais e metodologia (baseada em Paulo Freire e bell hooks para empoderamento jurídico). 3. O curso como espaço de acolhimento, combate à violência de gênero e articulação política por direitos. 4. Depoimento sobre a importância da troca entre conhecimento acadêmico e vivência popular. 5. Inserção do projeto em uma rede nacional de luta por direitos sociais e populações vulneráveis.

default 8

Strait of Hormuz closure will have ‘ripple effect for weeks if not months’

(Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera / 2026-03-10 12:56)

Summary: The potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz would disrupt global oil supplies for an extended period, creating a "ripple effect for weeks if not months." This is due to the strait being a critical maritime chokepoint for approximately 20% of the world's oil consumption.

Main Topics Covered: 1. The strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz to global oil transit. 2. The projected economic and supply chain impact of its potential closure.

brasil 4

Um ano após tarifaço de Trump, China tem superávit comercial recorde no 1º bimestre de 2026 com alta de 21,8% nas exportações

(Brasil de Fato / 2026-03-10 12:56)

Resumo objetivo:
As exportações da China cresceram expressivamente (21,8% em dólares) nos dois primeiros meses do ano, elevando o superávit comercial a um recorde histórico para o período. O comércio com a ASEAN e a União Europeia expandiu-se, enquanto com os Estados Unidos houve queda acentuada (-16,9%), reflexo das tensões tarifárias recentes. O desempenho foi impulsionado principalmente pelas empresas privadas e por produtos de alto valor agregado, como os eletromecânicos.

Principais tópicos abordados: 1. Desempenho comercial recorde: forte crescimento das exportações e do superávit comercial. 2. Mudança geográfica nos parceiros: alta com ASEAN e UE, queda com os EUA. 3. Contexto de guerra comercial: impacto das tarifas elevadas e retaliações entre China e EUA. 4. Perfil dos agentes e produtos: liderança das empresas privadas e dos produtos eletromecânicos nas exportações.

default 8

How will soaring oil prices caused by Iran war impact food cost?

(Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera / 2026-03-10 12:52)

Summary:
The article explains that oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel due to the war involving Iran, which has severely disrupted tanker traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz. This disruption threatens global oil supplies and is likely to increase costs for consumers and businesses, including through higher fertilizer and food prices. Analysts warn that prices may remain high as long as hostilities continue, with limited alternative shipping routes available to offset the shortfall.

Main Topics Covered:
1. The cause of rising oil prices (war-related disruption in the Strait of Hormuz).
2. The global reliance on Middle Eastern oil and supply chain vulnerabilities.
3. The economic impact, including potential effects on food costs.
4. Limited alternatives to shipping via the Strait of Hormuz.

default 8

Could Trump ‘take over’ the Strait of Hormuz as oil prices rise?

(Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera / 2026-03-10 12:50)

Summary: Oil prices have risen sharply due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route, amid the ongoing war involving Iran. Iran has threatened to close the strait and attack oil infrastructure, while former US President Donald Trump has stated he is considering "taking over" the strait to keep it open and threatened severe retaliation if Iran interferes with oil flow.

Main Topics Covered: 1. The impact of the war on global oil prices and supply. 2. Iran's threats to close the Strait of Hormuz and attack regional energy facilities. 3. Statements and threats from former US President Donald Trump regarding securing the strait. 4. Specific attacks on energy infrastructure in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

brasil 3

Mendonça autoriza Vorcaro a falar com advogados sem ser gravado

(Folha de S.Paulo - Em cima da hora - Principal / 2026-03-10 12:50)

Resumo objetivo: O ministro André Mendonça, do STF, determinou que a Penitenciária Federal de Brasília não grave as conversas do ex-banqueiro Daniel Vorcaro com seus advogados e permita visitas sem agendamento. A decisão atendeu a um pedido da defesa, que alegava violação do direito à comunicação reservada, garantido por lei. A prisão havia informado que monitoraria todos os encontros e proibiria materiais para anotações.

Principais tópicos abordados: 1. Decisão judicial garantindo o sigilo das conversas entre advogado e cliente. 2. Direito à defesa e a garantias processuais em presídio de segurança máxima. 3. Aplicação de lei que regula o monitoramento em prisões federais.