It's issue #221 of DNT Weekly and as per usual the week has been eventful. Here's what we've been reading of late.
In some good news to begin with, Sunita Williams and Butch Willmore might likely return to Earth soon after Nasa and Boeing successfully completed a hot fire test of the Starliner spacecraft - Read all about it here.
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How to Establish Good Business Value in Design?
In today’s competitive market, design changes can’t be arbitrary. Arbitrary design changes can do more harm than good. They can lead to unnecessary noise, increased operational expenses, and, at worst, a negative impact on user experience.
Olympic Brand - Evolution of the Olympic Identity
How a century of design heritage informed a comprehensive evolution of the Olympic identity. A comprehensive visual tour.
SpaceX Moving Dragon Splashdowns to Pacific
It will allow SpaceX to make changes to the way it brings Dragons back to Earth and eliminate risk of falling debris.
How LG and Samsung Are Making TV Screens Disappear
LG is betting on OLED displays, while Samsung is pursuing microLED screens—and neither technology is quite ready for prime time.
Why Is India Borrowing in Japanese Yen
A look at why India is obsessed with Yen-denominated loans these days.
India’s Women Gig Workers Fight for a Better Future
Female gig workers face a tough present and a highly uncertain future at Urban Company.
Solid-State Batteries Are Finally Making Their Way Out of the Lab
The lithium-ion alternatives could help create a safer, greener future.
Seventh Patient ‘Cured’ of HIV: Why Scientists Are Excited
A man in Germany is HIV-free after receiving stem cells that are not resistant to the virus.
How Decline of Indian Vultures Led to 500,000 Human Deaths
The researchers also found that the effect was greatest in urban areas with large livestock populations where carcass dumps were common.
AI Is Already Taking Jobs in the Video Game Industry
Major players like Activision Blizzard, which recently laid off scores of workers, are using generative AI for game development.
Honorary mentions
Introducing Meta Segment Anything Model 2 (SAM 2)
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