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Technology / 16 hours ago

One AI image uses as much energy as running a fridge for four minutes

Artificial intelligence may feel weightless in the sense that, in just a few clicks and an image appears, but the energy behind it tells a different story. According to Slashgear, generating just one AI image consumes about 0.011 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity. That might sound small, but it’s roughly the same amount of energy your refrigerator uses in four minutes.

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Technology / 2 weeks ago

The world’s longest bridges and how Bahrain is building its legacy

Bridges are more than just concrete and steel, as they are symbols of connection, ambition, and progress. Around the world, engineers have pushed the limits of design to link islands, cities, and entire economies. The latest rankings show China dominating the list of the world’s longest bridges, while smaller nations like Bahrain continue to prove that strategic infrastructure can matter just as much as size.

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Technology / 2 weeks ago

Jeddah Tower: The next global giant redefining the skyline

Rising from Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, the Jeddah Tower is set to become the world’s tallest building and a monumental structure that could surpass even Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa. Expected to reach 1,000 metres (3,281 feet), the tower embodies Saudi Arabia’s growing ambition to reshape its cities and diversify its economy under Vision 2030.

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Technology / 2 weeks ago

4 biggest power outages in history

At least four nations — India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Indonesia — have experienced massive power blackouts that affected tens or hundreds of millions of people. These events left more than just empty streets and dark homes; they also revealed the pressure points in infrastructure, governance, and daily life. According to The Blackout Report, India’s blackout in July 2012 impacted 670 million people, Pakistan’s blackout in January 2023 hit 244 million (almost its whole population), Bangladesh’s October 2022 outage affected 140 million, and Indonesia’s 2005 incident cut power to 100 million.

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Technology / 3 weeks ago

What PornHub's dominance in Europe says about online habits

Across Europe, PornHub remains the default adult site in most countries. A new map shows that while PornHub leads in nearly every European nation, Xnxx.com dominates in parts of Central and Southeastern Europe, and XVideos still holds sway in a few others. This distribution sheds light on not just preferences, but on how cultural norms, language, and regulation shape online pornography consumption.

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Technology / 3 weeks ago

12 European nations back 'Chat Control' while others resist

There is a growing divide across Europe about a controversial proposal which requires tech platforms to scan private digital communication, including encrypted messages, in the quest to combat child sexual abuse material (CSAM). An infographic produced by The World in Maps shows 12 countries supporting this so-called “Chat Control,” 6 undecided, and 9 opposed. The proposal, officially known as the Child Sexual Abuse Regulation (CSAR), has ignited battles over privacy, encryption, and the limits of state surveillance.

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Technology / 4 weeks ago

New York City’s tallest towers in 2025

New York City’s skyline has long stood as a symbol of ambition, resilience, and architectural excellence. Rising above the dense grid of Manhattan, its towers tell stories of innovation and endurance. According to a visual analysis by World Visualized, the ten tallest buildings currently shaping New York’s skyline are led by One World Trade Centre, standing proudly at 541.3 meters, a poignant reminder of renewal and hope. Following closely is Central Park Tower, soaring 472.4 meters into the sky as the tallest residential building in the Western Hemisphere.

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Technology / 5 weeks ago

Emirates is the world's biggest airline on social media

Beyond competing for passengers in the skies, airlines are also battling for attention on screens. With the help of an Index Score Methodology, which measures social media reach, engagement, and conversation volume, World Visualized, ranks Emirates as the world’s biggest airline on social media.

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Technology / 6 weeks ago

Asia after dark: How 2024’s nighttime glow captures a decade of change

A decade ago, glimpses of Asia from space told a familiar story of clusters of light marking longstanding metropolises, while much of the land lay cloaked in darkness. The latest map, comparing 2014 and 2024 night-time satellite images, paints a different picture , one of rapid urbanisation, expanding electrification, and shifting human footprints.

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Technology / 6 weeks ago

How global export shares are shifting in industrial robotics

In 2016, Japan dominated the industrial robot export market with a commanding 36% share; fast forward to 2024, and that lead has been substantially eroded. A new export share chart reveals that while Japan remains in first place, its share has fallen to 21.4%. Germany, Italy, and emerging players like China and Denmark are all gaining ground, reflecting sweeping changes in manufacturing, global supply chains, and trade policies.

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