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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - December 2018

Dec 2018

Apr 04, 2025

Microsoft Celebrates 50 Years

Microsoft, one of the most influential technology companies in the world, celebrated its 50th anniversary on April 4, 2025. Over the past half-century, the company has shaped the landscape of personal computing, cloud computing, and enterprise software. As it marks this milestone, Microsoft is now positioning itself as a leader in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI) to drive future growth.
Microsoft was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in Albuquerque, New Mexico with the vision of making computers accessible to individuals and businesses. Originally named "Micro-Soft", the company played a crucial role in the PC revolution, developing operating systems and productivity tools that became industry standards.

Mar 31, 2025

SpaceX Launches Private Astronauts on First Crewed Polar Orbit

SpaceX launched the first human spaceflight directly over Earth's polar regions — a days-long, privately funded orbital mission involving four astronauts.
Named "Fram2" after the famed Norwegian ship built in the 19th century for Arctic and Antarctic expeditions, the mission featured a range of experiments including taking the first X-ray in space and growing mushrooms in microgravity.

Mar 30, 2025

China Unveils Underwater 'Kill Switch' for the Internet: How This Tech Could Sever Global Connect...

China has taken a bold step in deep-sea engineering, unveiling a device capable of slicing through the world's most reinforced undersea cables at unprecedented depths. Developed by the China Ship Scientific Research Centre (CSSRC) and the State Key Laboratory of Deep-Sea Manned Vehicles, the tool integrates seamlessly with China's advanced submersibles, including the Fendouzhe (Striver) and the Haidou series.
For the first time, a country has openly declared possession of such a device—one that can target undersea infrastructure vital to global communication and military operations. These cables transmit 95% of the world's data, linking continents and ensuring the smooth functioning of financial markets, defence systems, and everyday digital services.

Mar 28, 2025

Bellatrix Aerospace Partners with Astroscale Japan for Space Debris Removal

Bellatrix Aerospace, a Bengaluru-based space mobility company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Astroscale Japan to collaborate on active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility. This partnership aims to enhance space sustainability and ensure a cleaner orbital environment.
The partnership focuses on active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility solutions.

Mar 27, 2025

SpaceX Successfully Launches Secret US Spy Satellite for NRO

SpaceX marked a significant milestone by launching a classified spy satellite for the United States on the 19th anniversary of its first-ever liftoff. A Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, successfully launching the NROL-69 mission for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO). This launch followed the company's early struggles with its first Falcon 1 rocket in 2006, which failed on its first three attempts.
The NROL-69 mission is part of the NRO's strategy to develop a "proliferated architecture" for its satellite network. This architecture involves deploying a larger number of smaller, cost-effective satellites to enhance resilience and responsiveness in reconnaissance operations.

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