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Will the Tokyo olympics become a Covid-19 ‘super spreader’

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May 19, 2021

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A top medical organisation is now throwing its weight behind calls to cancel the Tokyo Olympics

Their reason is hospitals are already overwhelmed, as the country battles a spike in covid cases.

The Tokyo Medical Practitioners Association represents about 6,000 primary care doctors and says hospitals in the city have their hands full and have almost no spare capacity.

In a statement, they said they “request the authorities convince the International Olympic Committee that holding the Olympics is difficult.”

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How Google’s Gemini AI will stand against cyber threats

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May 8, 2024

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AI takes centre stage at the RSA 2024 conference with Google unveiling advanced cybersecurity integration.

Among the myriad of announcements at this years RSA Conference, Google showcased the integration of an advanced Threat Intelligence Platform into its Gemini AI framework.

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Will Australia’s foreign investment rule create an economic boost?

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Australian Treasurer Dr. Jim Chalmers announced an overall of foreign investment rules ahead of the budget.

Australia is set to announce a significant decline in its projected gross debt, signalling a more optimistic outlook for the country’s fiscal health.

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Can AI revolutionise the fashion industry?

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OpenAI took centre stage at this year’s Met Gala exhibition, offering a glimpse into the future of fashion and innovation.

This years exhibition theme “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” will include a chatbot linked to a 1930s wedding gown worn by New York socialite Natalie Potter.

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