Downloads of DeepSeek's AI Apps Paused in South Korea over Privacy Concerns
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has temporarily halted downloads of its chatbot apps in South Korea as it collaborates with local authorities to address privacy concerns, South Korean officials said on Monday.
TikTok Returns to US App Stores After Trump Delays Ban Enforcement
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - TikTok is once again available for download on Apple and Google app stores in the United States after President Donald Trump postponed enforcement of a ban on the Chinese-owned social media platform until April 5.
Scientists Develop 'Superhuman' Vision for Robots Using Radio Waves
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are developing a robot with an advanced radio-based sensing system that could allow machines to see through smoke, rain, and even around corners.
Iran Can Launch Satellites for Other Countries: Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Praising Iran’s maturity in manufacturing satellite carriers, Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh raised the possibility of provision of services for other countries.
Iran to Unveil Three Satellites at National Space Technology Day Event
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran will unveil three new satellites on Sunday during a ceremony marking National Space Technology Day, which will be attended by President Masoud Pezeshkian at the Ministry of Communications.
President Urges Well-Planned Use of Modern Technologies in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for the employment of modern-day technologies, including artificial intelligence, for the public services in the country after meticulous planning.
Iran to Launch Upgraded Kowsar Satellite in Coming Months
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran plans to launch an advanced version of the 'Kowsar' satellite in the first half of the next Iranian year, which begins on March 22, 2025, according to Hussein Shahraabi, the CEO of Omid Space private company.
Tech Titans Suffer $108 Billion Hit amid Chinese AI Surge
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The fortunes of the world’s wealthiest took a sharp hit on Monday, with $108 billion wiped out in a tech-driven sell-off spurred by DeepSeek, a Chinese AI app that overtook ChatGPT as the most popular AI tool.
Apple Sued for Using Harmful Chemicals in Watch Bands
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Apple is under legal scrutiny for allegedly selling smartwatch bands containing PFAS, or 'forever chemicals,' which are linked to serious health risks and environmental concerns, according to a new lawsuit filed in California.
Paralyzed Man Pilots Virtual Drone Using Brain Implant
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A breakthrough brain-computer interface (BCI) has enabled a 69-year-old man with tetraplegia to control a virtual drone through an obstacle course, solely by imagining finger movements.
SpaceX Starship Rocket Breaks Apart, Disrupting Air Traffic
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - SpaceX's Starship rocket disintegrated mid-flight shortly after launching from Texas on Thursday, prompting rerouted airline flights over the Gulf of Mexico to avoid debris and dealing a significant setback to Elon Musk’s ambitious space exploration plans.
Apple Pauses AI News Alerts Following Complaints Over Errors
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Apple has suspended its artificial intelligence (AI) feature for summarizing news alerts after widespread criticism over repeated inaccuracies, including one that falsely claimed a man accused of murder had killed himself.
Iran to Unveil First National AI Platform Demo Next Week
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran will unveil the first demo of its national artificial intelligence (AI) platform next week, according to a senior official.
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Changes in Jaw Development, Say Experts
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Scientists are raising concerns that the rise in ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may contribute to changes in jaw development, a shift potentially tied to softer diets and reduced chewing.
Iran Sets Sights on Lunar Exploration with New Rover Project
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran's Space Agency has launched its first major lunar rover project, signaling a strategic move to tap into the Moon's resources and join the ranks of other spacefaring nations.
TikTok Users Flock to Chinese App RedNote amid Ban Threat
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – As a potential ban on TikTok looms in the US, users are migrating to RedNote, a Chinese app, which has quickly become the most downloaded on Apple's US App Store.
Iran to Launch 'Shaheed Soleimani' Satellite Constellation in 2025
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The head of Iran’s Space Organization has announced that the launch of the 'Shaheed (martyr) Soleimani' satellite constellation will commence in late march 2025.
AI Development in Iran A Must: Pezeshkian
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the necessity of facilitating the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in the country.
