#East Point College of Engineering and Technology

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Why Choose East Point College of Engineering & Technology in Bangalore?

Introduction:

East Point College of Engineering and Technology (EPCET), located in the vibrant city of Bangalore, is a well-regarded institution offering industry-oriented engineering education with a strong focus on academic excellence, innovation, and career growth. Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE, EPCET continues to attract students across India due to its robust infrastructure, qualified faculty, and growing placement record.

In this blog, we explore why EPCET is a smart choice for engineering aspirants in 2025, along with detailed insights into its courses, fees, placements, and cutoffs.

About East Point College of Engineering and Technology

Established: 1999

Location: Bidarahalli, East Bangalore

Affiliation: VTU, Belagavi

Approvals: AICTE, Government of Karnataka

Accreditations: NAAC Accredited

EPCET is part of the East Point Group of Institutions, which also houses medical, pharmacy, and management colleges. The engineering college is known for its student-centric learning and lush green 90-acre campus.

Courses Offered at EPCET

🔹 Undergraduate (B.E/B.Tech) Programs

Branch - Duration

Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) - 4 Years

Information Science & Engineering (ISE) - 4 Years

Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) - 4 Years

Mechanical Engineering - 4 Years

Civil Engineering - 4 Years

Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) - 4 Years

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI & ML) - 4 Years

Data Science - 4 Years

🔹 Postgraduate Programs

Course - Duration

M.Tech in CSE - 2 Years

MBA (Master of Business Administration) - 2 Years

Admission Process at EPCET (2025)

🔹 Eligibility Criteria for B.E:

Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories)

🔹 Admission Channels:

KCET (Karnataka CET) – For state quota seats

COMEDK UGET – For All India candidates

Management Quota – Direct admission available for eligible candidates

🔹 Cutoff Trends (Indicative):

Course - KCET Cutoff (General Merit)

CSE - 25,000 – 40,000

ECE - 40,000 – 60,000

ISE - 30,000 – 50,000

AI/ML - 35,000 – 55,000

Cutoffs vary every year based on demand and exam performance.

Fee Structure (Approximate)

Program - Annual Fees

B.E (KCET Quota) - ₹65,000 – ₹90,000

B.E (COMEDK) - ₹1,80,000 – ₹2,10,000

M.Tech - ₹70,000 – ₹1,00,000

MBA - ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000

Hostel & Mess - ₹80,000 – ₹1,00,000/year

Scholarships are available for meritorious and economically weaker students.

Placement Highlights at EPCET

East Point has a dedicated Training & Placement Cell offering pre-placement training, internships, and industry interactions.

🔹 Recent Placement Stats:

Highest Package: ₹12 LPA (Tech Role)

Average Package: ₹3.5 – ₹4.2 LPA

Top Recruiters: Infosys, TCS, Accenture, Wipro, Capgemini, Byju’s, HCL

Students also get exposure through startup bootcamps and industry-linked projects.

Why Choose East Point College of Engineering?

✅ Affordable fee structure with quality education ✅ Modern labs, R&D facilities, and smart classrooms ✅ Strong academic support and mentoring ✅ Location advantage: Close to IT hubs like Whitefield and KR Puram ✅ Opportunities for innovation, coding contests, and entrepreneurship

Final Thoughts

East Point College of Engineering and Technology is an excellent choice for students looking to pursue engineering in Bangalore at a reasonable fee without compromising on quality. With strong academic offerings, placement support, and a lush campus environment, EPCET is shaping well-rounded engineering professionals for the future.

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Deepfake misuse & deepfake detection (before it’s too late) - CyberTalk

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Deepfake misuse & deepfake detection (before it’s too late) - CyberTalk

Micki Boland is a global cyber security warrior and evangelist with Check Point’s Office of the CTO. Micki has over 20 years in ICT, cyber security, emerging technology, and innovation. Micki’s focus is helping customers, system integrators, and service providers reduce risk through the adoption of emerging cyber security technologies. Micki is an ISC2 CISSP and holds a Master of Science in Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas at Austin, and an MBA with a global security concentration from East Carolina University.

In this dynamic and insightful interview, Check Point expert Micki Boland discusses how deepfakes are evolving, why that matters for organizations, and how organizations can take action to protect themselves. Discover on-point analyses that could reshape your decisions, improving cyber security and business outcomes. Don’t miss this.

Can you explain how deepfake technology works? 

Deepfakes involve simulated video, audio, and images to be delivered as content via online news, mobile applications, and through social media platforms. Deepfake videos are created with Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN), a type of Artificial Neural Network that uses Deep Learning to create synthetic content.

GANs sound cool, but technical. Could you break down how they operate?

GAN are a class of machine learning systems that have two neural network models; a generator and discriminator which game each other. Training data in the form of video, still images, and audio is fed to the generator, which then seeks to recreate it. The discriminator then tries to discern the training data from the recreated data produced by the generator.

The two artificial intelligence engines repeatedly game each other, getting iteratively better. The result is convincing, high quality synthetic video, images, or audio. A good example of GAN at work is NVIDIA GAN. Navigate to the website https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/ and you will see a composite image of a human face that was created by the NVIDIA GAN using faces on the internet. Refreshing the internet browser yields a new synthetic image of a human that does not exist.

What are some notable examples of deepfake tech’s misuse?

Most people are not even aware of deepfake technologies, although these have now been infamously utilized to conduct major financial fraud. Politicians have also used the technology against their political adversaries. Early in the war between Russia and Ukraine, Russia created and disseminated a deepfake video of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy advising Ukrainian soldiers to ���lay down their arms” and surrender to Russia.

How was the crisis involving the Zelenskyy deepfake video managed?

The deepfake quality was poor and it was immediately identified as a deepfake video attributable to Russia. However, the technology is becoming so convincing and so real that soon it will be impossible for the regular human being to discern GenAI at work. And detection technologies, while have a tremendous amount of funding and support by big technology corporations, are lagging way behind.

What are some lesser-known uses of deepfake technology and what risks do they pose to organizations, if any?

Hollywood is using deepfake technologies in motion picture creation to recreate actor personas. One such example is Bruce Willis, who sold his persona to be used in movies without his acting due to his debilitating health issues. Voicefake technology (another type of deepfake) enabled an autistic college valedictorian to address her class at her graduation.

Yet, deepfakes pose a significant threat. Deepfakes are used to lure people to “click bait” for launching malware (bots, ransomware, malware), and to conduct financial fraud through CEO and CFO impersonation. More recently, deepfakes have been used by nation-state adversaries to infiltrate organizations via impersonation or fake jobs interviews over Zoom.

How are law enforcement agencies addressing the challenges posed by deepfake technology?

Europol has really been a leader in identifying GenAI and deepfake as a major issue. Europol supports the global law enforcement community in the Europol Innovation Lab, which aims to develop innovative solutions for EU Member States’ operational work. Already in Europe, there are laws against deepfake usage for non-consensual pornography and cyber criminal gangs’ use of deepfakes in financial fraud.

What should organizations consider when adopting Generative AI technologies, as these technologies have such incredible power and potential?

Every organization is seeking to adopt GenAI to help improve customer satisfaction, deliver new and innovative services, reduce administrative overhead and costs, scale rapidly, do more with less and do it more efficiently. In consideration of adopting GenAI, organizations should first understand the risks, rewards, and tradeoffs associated with adopting this technology. Additionally, organizations must be concerned with privacy and data protection, as well as potential copyright challenges.

What role do frameworks and guidelines, such as those from NIST and OWASP, play in the responsible adoption of AI technologies?

On January 26th, 2023, NIST released its forty-two page Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework (AI RMF 1.0) and AI Risk Management Playbook (NIST 2023). For any organization, this is a good place to start.

The primary goal of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework is to help organizations create AI-focused risk management programs, leading to the responsible development and adoption of AI platforms and systems.

The NIST AI Risk Management Framework will help any organization align organizational goals for and use cases for AI. Most importantly, this risk management framework is human centered. It includes social responsibility information, sustainability information and helps organizations closely focus on the potential or unintended consequences and impact of AI use.

Another immense help for organizations that wish to further understand risk associated with GenAI Large Language Model adoption is the OWASP Top 10 LLM Risks list. OWASP released version 1.1 on October 16th, 2023. Through this list, organizations can better understand risks such as inject and data poisoning. These risks are especially critical to know about when bringing an LLM in house.

As organizations adopt GenAI, they need a solid framework through which to assess, monitor, and identify GenAI-centric attacks. MITRE has recently introduced ATLAS, a robust framework developed specifically for artificial intelligence and aligned to the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

For more of Check Point expert Micki Boland’s insights into deepfakes, please see CyberTalk.org’s past coverage. Lastly, to receive cyber security thought leadership articles, groundbreaking research and emerging threat analyses each week, subscribe to the CyberTalk.org newsletter.

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Students from Universidad Católica Boliviana prepare to traverse the course at the 2024 Human Exploration Rover Challenge at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center.Credits: NASA/Taylor Goodwin NASA announced the winners of the 30th Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) April 22, with Parish Episcopal School, from Dallas, winning first place in the high school division, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, capturing the college/university title. The annual engineering competition – one of NASA’s longest standing challenges – held its concluding event April 19 and April 20, at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, near NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. The complete list of 2024 award winners is provided below: High School Division  First Place: Parish Episcopal School, Dallas Second Place: Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology, Reno, Nevada Third Place: Escambia High School, Pensacola, Florida College/University Division  First Place: University of Alabama in Huntsville Second Place: Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Third Place: Campbell University, Buies Creek, North Carolina Ingenuity Award  University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida Phoenix Award  High School Division: East Central High School, Moss Point, Mississippi College/University Division: North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota Task Challenge Award  High School Division: Erie High School, Erie, Colorado College/University Division: South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City, South Dakota Project Review Award  High School Division: Parish Episcopal School, Dallas College/University Division: University of Alabama in Huntsville Featherweight Award  Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, Rhode Island Safety Award  High School Division: NPS International School, Singapore College/University Division: Instituto Especializado de Estudios Superiores Loyola, San Cristobal, Dominican Republic Crash and Burn Award  KIET Group of Institutions, Delhi-NCR, India Jeff Norris and Joe Sexton Memorial Pit Crew Award  High School Division: Erie High School, Erie, Colorado College/University Division: Campbell University, Buies Creek, North Carolina Team Spirit Award  Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Most Improved Performance Award High School Division: Jesco von Puttkamer School, Leipzig, Germany College/University Division: Universidad Católica Boliviana – San Pablo, La Paz, Bolivia Social Media Award  High School Division: Bledsoe County High School, Pikeville, Tennessee College/University Division: Universidad de Piura, Peru STEM Engagement Award  High School Division: Princess Margaret Secondary School, Surrey, British Columbia College/University Division: Trine University, Angola, Indiana Artemis Educator Award Sadif Safarov from Istanbul Technical University, Turkey Rookie of the Year Kanakia International School, Mumbai, India More than 600 students with 72 teams from around the world participated as HERC celebrated its 30th anniversary as a NASA competition. Participating teams represented 42 colleges and universities and 30 high schools from 24 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 13 other nations from around the world. Teams were awarded points based on navigating a half-mile obstacle course, conducting mission-specific task challenges, and completing multiple safety and design reviews with NASA engineers.  “This student design challenge encourages the next generation of scientists and engineers to engage in the design process by providing innovative concepts and unique perspectives,” said Vemitra Alexander, HERC activity lead for NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall. “While celebrating the 30th anniversary of the challenge, HERC also continues NASA’s legacy of providing valuable experiences to students who may be responsible for planning future space missions including crewed missions to other worlds.” HERC is one of NASA’s eight Artemis Student Challenges reflecting the goals of the Artemis program, which seeks to land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon while establishing a long-term presence for science and exploration. NASA uses such challenges to encourage students to pursue degrees and careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  HERC is managed by NASA’s Southeast Regional Office of STEM Engagement at Marshall. Since its inception in 1994, more than 15,000 students have participated in HERC – with many former students now working at NASA, or within the aerospace industry.     To learn more about HERC, please visit:  https://www.nasa.gov/roverchallenge/home/index.html    -end- Gerelle DodsonNASA Headquarters, Washington202-358-4637gerelle.q.dodson@nasa.gov Taylor Goodwin Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala. 256-544-0034taylor.goodwin@nasa.gov Share Details Last Updated Apr 22, 2024 LocationNASA Headquarters Related TermsSTEM Engagement at NASAArtemisGet InvolvedMarshall Space Flight CenterOpportunities For Students to Get InvolvedPrizes, Challenges & Crowdsourcing

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China crafts weapons to alter brain function; report says tech meant to influence government leaders

China‘s People’s Liberation Army is developing high-technology weapons designed to disrupt brain functions and influence government leaders or entire populations, according to a report by three open-source intelligence analysts.

The weapons can be used to directly attack or control brains using microwave or other directed energy weapons in handheld guns or larger weapons firing electromagnetic beams, adding that the danger of China‘s brain warfare weapons prior to or during a conflict is no longer theoretical.

“Unknown to many, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have established themselves as world leaders in the development of neurostrike weapons,” according to the 12-page report, “Enumerating, Targeting and Collapsing the Chinese Communist Party’s Neurostrike Program.” The Washington Times obtained a copy of the study.

The U.S. Commerce Department in December 2021 imposed sanctions on China‘s Academy of Military Medical Sciences and 11 related entities the department said were using “biotechnology processes to support Chinese military end-uses and end-users, to include purported brain-control weaponry.”

Few public studies or discussions, however, have been held regarding the new advanced military capability.

Neurostrike is a military term defined as the engineered targeting of the brains of military personnel or civilians using nonkinetic technology. The goal is to impair thinking, reduce situational awareness, inflict long-term neurological damage and cloud normal cognitive functions.

The study was written by Ryan Clarke, a senior fellow at the East Asian Institute of the National University of Singapore; Xiaoxu Sean Lin, a former Army microbiologist now with Feitan College; and L.J. Eads, a former Air Force intelligence officer and current specialist in artificial intelligence for the U.S. intelligence community. The three authors write that China‘s leadership “views neurostrike and psychological warfare as a core component of its asymmetric warfare strategy against the United States and its allies in the Indo-Pacific.”

According to the report, neurostrike capabilities are part of standard military capabilities and should not be viewed as an unconventional weapon limited to use in extreme circumstances.

Likely areas of use for the weapons included Taiwan, the South China Sea, East China Sea and the disputed Sino-Indian border.

The threat is not limited to the use of microwave weapons: “[China‘s] new landscape of neurostrike development includes using massively distributed human-computer interfaces to control entire populations as well as a range of weapons designed to cause cognitive damage,” the report said.

Research is focused on using brain warfare weapons in the near term, and possibly during a Chinese military assault on Taiwan — a target for future Chinese military operations that U.S. military leaders have said could be carried out in the next four years.

“Any breakthrough in this research would provide unprecedented tools for the CCP to forcibly establish a new world order, which has been [Chinese President] Xi Jinping’s lifelong goal,” the report said.

Militarily, brain warfare can be used in what the Pentagon has called China‘s “anti-access, area-denial” military strategy for the Indo-Pacific.

“Imagine (at least partially) immunized PLA troops being inserted into a geography where a specific weaponized bacterial strain has been released prior to their entry to prepare the ground and eliminate points of resistance,” the report states. “Any remaining sources of resistance on the ground are then dealt with through [Chinese] neurostrike weaponry that instill intense fear and/or other forms of cognitive incoherence resulting in inaction.”

That scenario would allow the PLA to establish absolute control over a nation like Taiwan, while at the same time blunting any American strategic options to intervene and send troops in to support Taiwan. The PLA could thus negate U.S. conventional military superiority with few near-term remedies for the United States, the report said.

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Best Indian Schools in Ajman with Outstanding Academic Results

Choosing the proper school is, naturally, the biggest choice for any parent. Indian expats residing in the UAE, however, having an academically superior school paired with cultural excellence is also immensely significant. Therefore, Ajman has some of the finest Indian schools in Ajman that are widespread renowned to impart the maximum educational advancement and overall development.

1. The Royal Academy Ajman

For Ajman's top Indian schools, The Royal Academy (TRAC) is always in the running. Closely following the CBSE curriculum, TRAC is highly favored for its performance in all the grades.

Key Features:

Excellent performance for the Grade 10 and 12 CBSE board exams.

Conceptual learning style with application of smart classrooms.

Low fees without compromising any second on quality.

Values-based approach, leadership, and extra-curricular achievements.

Royal Academy Ajman not only teaches better academic outcomes but also a bountiful culture which teaches kids about how to win the world's podium.

2. International Indian School Ajman

International Indian School (IIS) is another title by which it gets a position in the ranking of the best Indian schools in Ajman. It is extremely famous for its study pattern based on discipline and board exam scores each time.

Highlights

Good student achievement in science, maths, and languages.

Individual counseling to low achievers.

Healthy parents-teachers relationship to monitor progress on regular basis.

IIS is value-oriented goal-oriented school of its origin and the best desired option among Ajman Indian expatriate community.

3. East Point Indian International School

East Point Indian International School (EPIIS) provides a challenging study environment with a razor-sharp emphasis on studies. One of the finest Indian schools of Ajman based on flawless CBSE results and committed teachers.

Academic Strengths:

Regular academic tests and surveillance.

Weak students are provided with remedial classes.

Development of academic as well as co-curricular skills.

EPIIS does not just go through the motions to teach children in the class but equally competent and confident students as well.

4. Indian International School – Ajman

Rounding out the list of the best Indian schools in Ajman is Indian International School (IIS-Ajman), highlighted here due to its academic achievements and examination-driven teaching practices.

Why Parents Trust IIS-Ajman:

Higher pass rate in CBSE board examinations.

Well-rounded focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Mock sessions and workshops regularly to prepare students for boards.

Parents in search of a school that is serious about studies and discipline find IIS-Ajman to be a sure success.

Why Top Indian Schools of Ajman?

Established Academic Record: They all possess an established academic record for securing high CBSE marks.

Trained Staff: Properly trained and experienced teachers dedicated to students' success.

Equilibrium in Learning: Intellectual focus with progress through co-curriculums.

Reasonably Priced Options: All these colleges offer great education at reasonable costs.

Conclusion

Whether one is moving to Ajman or wanting a brighter academic future for his or her child, admission to one of the best Indian schools in Ajman guarantees high-quality education, academic excellence every year, and a supportive learning environment. These schools have built their reputation by providing excellence in education year on year.

Start your child's educational journey in a place that does have faith in achievement, development, and all-around growth.

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Icons of Change Awards 2025

SDG 4: Quality Education Excellence in Educational Leadership, Mentorship, and Character Formation

Dr. Avic Suarez Senior Principal, Southville Global Education Network (SGEN) WASC Accreditor | Character.org Advocate | Transformative Educator

There are educators who teach lessons, and then there are those who shape lives. Dr. Avic Suarez stands as an inspiration, with her leadership and transformative education, having dedicated her life to nurturing generations of globally competitive, values-driven learners and leaders.

Excellence in Leadership, Mentorship, and Academic Excellence As a Lifelong Educator and Mentor Starting her career as a preschool teacher, Dr. Avic Suarez rose through the ranks of Southville International School and Colleges (SISC), becoming Deputy Principal of the Grade School, and now Senior Principal of the Southville Global Education Network (SGEN) — a respected network of eight schools south of Metro Manila.

Her mentorship reaches far beyond the classroom. Notably, Dr. Avic was the preschool teacher of Rex Wallen Tan, now a Master’s degree holder in Artificial Intelligence from Imperial College London and an ACES Award-winning leader in digital education. Her early guidance helped shape the paths of numerous outstanding alumni including:

- Mark Gonzales, NASA Engineer, Mars Rover Mission - Gen Mark Tanno, Software Engineer, Microsoft Headquarters - Teresita Ssen “Winwyn” Marquez, Reina Hispanoamericana 2017 - Sean James B. Borja, 2018 Philippine Bar Topnotcher - Gwyneth Tangog, Massachusetts Institute of Technology scholar - Ray Jeven Labio, U.S. Military Academy at West Point - Dong Lim Park, Harvard University scholar

These achievers carry with them the seeds of confidence, integrity, and excellence planted by Dr. Suarez’s early mentorship.

As a Visionary Leader Under Dr. Avic’s leadership alongside SISC’s Senior Leadership Team, the school has achieved milestones of national and international significance, including:

- Philippine Quality Award — the country’s highest recognition for exemplary organizational performance - Excellence in Educational Transformation Award from Bayan Academy - Accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), joining an elite group of international schools across California, Hawaii, the Pacific Islands, and East Asia

Currently, Dr. Suarez is a respected member of the WASC Accreditation Team, contributing to the continuous improvement of schools around the globe.

As a Builder of Future Educators Beyond students, Dr. Avic’s influence extends to fellow educators. Many of her former teachers have gone on to found or lead their own institutions, including:

- Ms. Floribel Ferrer, school owner in Mindoro - Ms. Phi Ahn De Castro, founder of REPLAY (Reinventing Play)

Her leadership philosophy promotes a culture of growth, character, and innovation within and beyond Southville’s walls.

Recognitions and Impact Among her many recognitions and initiatives:

- Current Delegate at the 30th Anniversary International Forum of Character.org, Washington D.C., engaging with educators worldwide in advancing character-building initiatives - Mentor to nationally and internationally awarded alumni - Contributor to world-class accreditation and quality assurance standards - Advocate of inclusive, value-driven education frameworks for the 21st century

A Leader of Character, Vision, and Heart Dr. Avic Suarez embodies the wisdom behind the adage: “Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” Her genuine care, instinctive ability to see potential before it’s realized, and commitment to shaping character and competence have empowered countless students and teachers to build lives of meaning and success.

Her impact is visible not only in prestigious titles and academic distinctions but in the quiet confidence and global influence of the alumni she mentored — and in the growing network of educators who, inspired by her example, are now shaping schools and communities of their own.

Advancing SDG 4: Quality Education Through her work, Dr. Avic Suarez champions SDG 4 by:

- Developing globally competitive, character-driven learners - Mentoring future-ready leaders and educators - Promoting innovation and excellence in school systems and instructional frameworks - Promoting a values-based, transformative learning environment

Why Dr. Avic Suarez is an Icon of Change Dr. Avic Suarez is not only an educator — she is a visionary mentor, leader, and institution builder. Her work in mentorship, character formation, and educational leadership has uplifted generations of students and educators, leaving an indelible mark on the nation’s educational landscape.

A living testament to the power of teaching and believing in others, she continues to shape leaders who are creating ripples of change in their fields and communities around the world.

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Navigating the Job Market in Pune: A Freshers' Perspective

Pune, often hailed as the "Oxford of the East," is not just renowned for its educational institutions but also for its burgeoning job market. For fresh graduates, the city offers a wealth of opportunities across various sectors. This blog provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the job market in Pune, focusing on the keyword "jobs in Pune for freshers." Whether you're a recent graduate or someone entering the workforce for the first time, understanding the landscape can significantly impact your job search success.

1. Understanding Pune’s Job Market

Pune's job market is diverse, reflecting the city's growth as a major IT and educational hub. The city is home to numerous multinational companies, startups, and established businesses, offering a wide range of opportunities. For freshers, Pune's job market is particularly promising due to the city's emphasis on innovation and growth.

2. Popular Sectors for Freshers

Information Technology (IT): Pune is a prominent IT hub, with companies like Capgemini India leading the charge. The IT sector in Pune offers numerous roles for freshers, ranging from software development to data analysis. For those looking for jobs in Pune for freshers, the IT sector provides abundant entry-level opportunities and a clear career progression path.

Education and Training: Given Pune's reputation as an educational center, there are many opportunities in teaching, training, and educational content development. Freshers with a passion for education can find roles in schools, colleges, and training institutes.

Manufacturing and Engineering: Pune's manufacturing and engineering sectors are robust, with companies engaged in automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing. Fresh graduates from engineering disciplines can find numerous roles in this sector, offering both technical and managerial career paths.

Finance and Banking: The finance sector in Pune includes both traditional banks and emerging fintech startups. Freshers with degrees in finance or related fields can explore roles in banking, financial analysis, and investment services.

3. Key Strategies for Freshers

Leverage Job Portals and Networking: Utilize job portals and professional networks to find jobs in Pune for freshers. Websites like LinkedIn, Naukri, and Indeed offer a plethora of job listings. Networking through college alumni groups, industry events, and professional associations can also uncover job opportunities.

Tailor Your Resume and Cover Letter: Customize your resume and cover letter for each job application. Highlight relevant skills, internships, and projects that align with the job description. A well-crafted resume can significantly increase your chances of landing an interview.

Prepare for Interviews: Research common interview questions and practice your responses. Emphasize your skills, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. Freshers should be ready to discuss their academic projects, internships, and any relevant extracurricular activities.

Consider Internships and Training Programs: Gaining practical experience through internships or training programs can enhance your employability. Many companies in Pune offer internships that can lead to full-time positions, providing a valuable entry point into the job market.

4. Capgemini India: A Great Place to Start

At Capgemini India, fresh graduates have the opportunity to kickstart their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment. The company offers various entry-level positions across multiple domains, including IT, consulting, and digital services. Capgemini’s focus on innovation and employee development makes it an attractive option for freshers looking for a solid career foundation.

Capgemini India provides a range of learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative work culture. As a fresher, joining Capgemini means not only securing a job but also being part of a global leader committed to nurturing talent and fostering growth.

5. Embrace Pune’s Unique Job Market

Navigating the job market in Pune requires a proactive approach and a willingness to explore diverse opportunities. The city’s vibrant economy, coupled with its status as an educational hub, makes it an ideal place for fresh graduates. By leveraging job portals, tailoring your applications, preparing thoroughly for interviews, and considering internships, you can effectively position yourself for jobs in Pune for freshers.

Pune’s job market is ripe with opportunities for those ready to take the plunge. With its diverse sectors and dynamic job landscape, freshers can find rewarding career paths and contribute to the city’s ongoing growth and innovation. Embrace the journey, and let Pune be the launchpad for your successful career.

Conclusion

Pune offers a promising landscape for freshers entering the job market. By understanding the sectors, employing strategic job search methods, and considering opportunities at companies like Capgemini India, you can navigate the job market effectively. The city’s vibrant economy and diverse opportunities make it an ideal place for fresh graduates to start their careers and build a successful future.

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Introducing NASTY Vape: Unleashing Unbeatable Experiences in Vaping Innovation

NASTY Vape, also known as NASTY Juice, is a prominent name in the global vaping market, known for its dedication to crafting premium e-liquids and innovative vaping devices. Since its inception in 2015 in Tampin, Malaysia, the brand has garnered a reputation for transforming e-liquid production into a refined art form, significantly impacting consumer experiences and preferences in the vaping industry. The Evolution of NASTY Vape NASTY Vape began its journey by specializing in Freebase e-liquids under the banner of NASTY Juice, quickly rising to prominence within the vaping community. The company's bold fruity flavors and distinctive design philosophy have made its products easily recognizable and highly sought after, particularly in the Middle East and Europe. Over the years, NASTY Vape has expanded its product line to include Salt Nicotine e-liquids, closed pod systems, and disposable devices, now distributed in over 80 countries. This expansion reflects the brand's commitment to innovation and its ability to adapt to evolving consumer demands. Product Highlights and Innovations NASTY Vape is perhaps best known for its unique product offerings, which include: NASTY BAR DX2 - Recognition: Named 'Disposable of the Year' at the 2023 UK Vaper Expo Awards. - Features: Available in 20 diverse flavors. NASTY POD PX2 - Offerings: Six starter kit options, each including one free flavor pod. - Additional Choices: 16 pod flavors available. NASTY LIQ 10ML - Design: Engineered to deliver the smooth draw and flavor consistency of a disposable device, available in 20 flavors. NASTYBAR XI - Innovation: The first in the market with dynamic 3-mode control, up to 20,000 puffs, and equipped with animated screens. NASTYHOOQA - Target Audience: Designed for vaping purists and shisha enthusiasts, powered by NASTY's award-winning Freebase e-liquids. Global Impact and Market Presence NASTY Vape has made significant inroads in the global market, with its products reaching consumers through over 50,000 retail points across six continents. The brand's distinctive marketing and product design strategies have helped it to not only capture but also retain a wide consumer base, now counting 3.5 million users worldwide. Tobacco Harm Reduction and Vaping The rise of vaping has marked a significant shift in nicotine consumption, with products like those offered by NASTY Vape providing a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes. The introduction of salt nicotine e-liquids in 2015, which NASTY Vape has embraced, is noted for offering smokers a viable and effective cessation tool. This shift is supported by health studies, such as those from the Royal College of Physicians, which suggest that vaping can be up to 95% less harmful than smoking. Consumer Support and Warranty Services NASTY Vape emphasizes customer satisfaction not only through product quality but also through comprehensive support services. The brand offers a hassle-free warranty for product quality issues, ensuring users have access to support and replacements when needed. This dedication to customer care is a cornerstone of the brand's strategy to foster loyalty and trust among its users. Conclusion NASTY Vape continues to stand out in the vaping industry through its commitment to innovation, quality, and consumer satisfaction. With a broad range of products that cater to various preferences and vaping needs, NASTY Vape is a key player in the vaping community, driving forward the possibilities of vaping technology and flavor. As the industry evolves, NASTY Vape remains at the forefront, continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of vaping. View GET TO KNOW US NASTY 2024.PPT We Value Your Feedback We hope this article has provided a comprehensive overview of NASTY Vape and its significant impact on the vaping industry. Your opinions and experiences matter to us and the broader community. Feel free to leave a comment below to share your thoughts about NASTY Vape or discuss how vaping technologies like those offered by NASTY have influenced your lifestyle choices. Whether you're a long-time user or new to the brand, your insights can help others gain a deeper understanding of the products and their potential benefits. Contact the brand representative by: steve@nastyworldwide.com Read the full article

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East Point College of Engineering and Technology | BES

East Point College of Engineering and Technology [EPCET], Mangalore plays a vital role in providing a good platform for students. Know more about EPCET admission 2023, fees structure, procedure, college code. Admissions open! https://www.besonline.in/east-point-college-of-engineering-and-technology-epcet-bangalore-exams.html

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Best B.tech Colleges In Bangalore | College Dhundo

Looking for the top B.tech colleges in Bangalore? College Dhundo provides a comprehensive list to guide your decision. With a focus on quality and credibility, their list ensures that students find the best engineering education in the city. https://www.collegedhundo.com/colleges-list.asp?courseid=3&cid=17 . Choose the best with College Dhundo and step into a promising future."

List of Top B.TECH COLLEGES IN KARNATAKA

Acharya Institute of Technology

Christ University Faculty of Engineering

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering

East Point College of Engineering And Technology

Jain University

SJB Institute of Technology

MVJ College of Engineering (B.tech)

Siddaganga Institute Of Technology Tumakuru

Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (B.Tech)

Atria Institute of Technology

REVA University

MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology (MSRIT)

Manipal Institute of Technology

Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (B.tech)

Bangalore Institute of Technology (B.tech)

Sri Venkateshwara College of Engineering

AMC Engineering College

Presidency University

RV College of Engineering

T John Institute Of Technology

R.R. Institute of Technology

CMR Institute of Technology

Brindavan Institute Of Technology And Science

HKBK College of Engineering

SEA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

New Horizon College of Engineering

BMS College of Engineering

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East Point College of Engineering Admissions 2025: Eligibility, Process & Important Dates

About East Point College of Engineering and Technology (EPCET), Bangalore

Located in Bangalore, East Point College of Engineering and Technology (EPCET) is a reputed institute offering top-notch engineering education. Affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), it provides a perfect blend of academic excellence and industry exposure. The college is known for its well-equipped campus, experienced faculty, and student-centric curriculum.

Courses Offered at East Point College of Engineering and Technology

EPCET offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs:

UG Courses (B.E):

Computer Science and Engineering

Information Science and Engineering

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

PG Courses (M.Tech):

Computer Science & Engineering

Digital Communication

Structural Engineering

Other Programs:

MBA

Ph.D. in Engineering disciplines

Eligibility Criteria for Admission 2025

For B.E Courses:

Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science

Minimum aggregate: 45% (General), 40% (SC/ST/OBC)

For Lateral Entry:

Diploma holders in relevant streams with a minimum of 45% marks

For M.Tech:

B.E./B.Tech in relevant stream

GATE/PGCET scores preferred

Important Admission Dates for 2025

Event - Date (Tentative)

Application Start - April 2025

KCET Exam - May 2025

Counselling & Seat Allotment - June – July 2025

Academic Session Begins - August 2025

Admission Process

KCET/COMEDK Entrance Exam (For Karnataka/Non-Karnataka students)

Apply Online via bangalorestudy.com or College Website

Counseling & Document Verification

Seat Allotment

Fee Payment & Final Admission Confirmation

East Point College of Engineering Fee Structure

B.E Courses: ₹90,000 – ₹1,20,000 per annum

M.Tech: ₹65,000 – ₹85,000 per annum

MBA: ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000 per annum

Note: Fees may vary based on management quota or scholarship eligibility.

East Point College of Engineering Cutoff (KCET/COMEDK)

Cutoffs change yearly based on seat intake, competition, and performance. Here’s a general idea:

Course - KCET Cutoff (2024)

CSE - 17,000 – 21,000

ECE - 22,000 – 28,000

ISE - 25,000 – 30,000

East Point College of Engineering Placement Highlights

Top Recruiters: Infosys, Capgemini, Wipro, TCS, Bosch, Byju’s

Highest Package: ₹12 LPA

Average Package: ₹3.5 – ₹4.5 LPA

Dedicated Training & Placement Cell for grooming students

Why Choose EPCET, Bangalore?

VTU Affiliation

Excellent infrastructure and labs

Skill development programs

Strategic location in Bangalore’s tech hub

Affordable fees and high ROI

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Pt. 2: Life Series Post Apoc AU

[Etho-centric AU with characters from the life series/ 3rd life/ last life/ double life/ lim life (and possibly HC). I hope you enjoy! :) ]

Context: life-series characters were all in university/college/recently graduated in Canada when the apocalypse happened. Now they try to survive together.

Pt. 1

“Did you find anything good?”

The warm glow of the fire washed over us as we entered the base, Scott securing the door behind us. Jimmy looked at us expectantly from the chair near the fire where he was polishing his sword.

“Well.” Pearl shifted her backpack to the floor and began unwrapping her layers of frozen clothing. “I ‘spose that depends on what you define as good.”

“How far did you go?” Scott asked, helping me untether my crossbow from my harness. “It’s getting dark; I was worried.”

Pearl glanced at her watch. “It’s only 3PM! Stupid Canadian winters with their early sunset and snow.”

“It’s the price you pay for long summer days,” I noted. “We walked about 10 kilometers east-”

“North-east,” Pearl corrected.

“.... okay, north-east. As far as the town over the mountain. Most places have been looted, but we found a few useful things.”

Pearl pulled a yellow sweater out of her bag and tossed it to Jimmy. “Here, Jim; it’s your color.”

“Ah, sweet!”

“Find anything for the Forge?” Tango appeared in the doorway holding a screwdriver.

The Forge was what we called our workshop, the place where us engineers created and maintained the technology that allowed us to survive. Our ongoing project was Scar’s wheelchair, but the most pressing current issue was power. We had relied on a gas-powered generator until recently, when gas had become more difficult to find. Since then, Tango, Impulse, BigB, Mumbo, and I had switched our focus to alternate energy sources.

“No gas for the generator, unfortunately. But we found a few other things on your list.” I handed him a bag of nails. “I know it’s not exactly what we need for the waterwheel -”

Tango sighed. “We’ll work with what we have. We could really use some fresh timber, though; I’d love to have this wheel finished before the ice thaws in the creek.”

“Tango, even if they found timber, It’s not like they could even carry it all the way home,” Jimmy noted astutely. “Lugging huge slabs of wood 10 kilometers through the snow? No thank you.”

Pearl and I exchanged glaces. “Actually, we may have a solution for that.”

“What?” Jimmy set his sword to the side, instantly intrigued.

“It will take some time to set up...”

“What will? What is it?”

“... but, with some patience, we should be able to make it work.”

“Oh come on, guys! What is it? What did you find?”

There was a spark in Pearl’s eye as she paused, building anticipation. “Horses.”

Jimmy, Tango, and Scott stared at her. “Horses? Like, wild horses?”

“They let us get pretty close,” I said. “I think they were domesticated at one point, and they’ve learned to survive on their own. We just need to re-tame them.”

“Did you tell Bdubs about this?” Scott asked. “He’ll be ecstatic!”

“I’ll tell him when he wakes up.” [I knew Bdubs was already asleep - somehow his biological clock corresponded perfectly with the rising and setting of the sun. We could fairly accurately predict what time the sun rose based on when Bdubs was awake.] “I know taming horses is a difficult task, but -”

“When has that stopped us before?” Tango grinned. “If we can create an intruder detection system, we can definitely tame some horses.”

“Yeah!” Jimmy chimed in enthusiastically. “We’ll have a whole posse by the time we’re done! Canadian cowboys!”

Pearl chuckled. “I guess we know what we’re doing tomorrow.” She bent down to unpack the rest of her bag. “I found some rope that could be useful, and we should probably design a stable….” Her face wrinkled in confusion as she pulled a large box out of her bag. “Etho, did you put a book in here?”

“.... yes.”

“That’s why my bag was so heavy!” Pearl shifted the box onto the floor and shot me a reproachful glace. “Why didn’t you carry it?”

“Well, I thought we were sharing. And we had space.”

“What book is it, anyway?” Scott asked, peaking curiously over Pearl’s shoulder as she opened the box. “The Mysterious Island by Jules Verne. That’s the guy who wrote 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.”

“It’s a sequel, sort of,” I explained. “It was one of my favorite books as a kid.”

“You couldn’t have picked a favorite book that was smaller? And paperback?” Pearl complained, but I knew she was as happy as I was to have some sort of entertainment on these cold winter nights.

“At the very least, it’s a decent amount of kindling for the fire,” Jimmy teased.

“I think it might be useful in other ways, actually.”

“How so?”

“It’s a story of a group of soldiers who are marooned on an island,” I explained. “They built a settlement to survive.”

“Published in 1875?” Scott flipped through the first few pages. “Are you sure this will be useful?”

“The technology they had then is pretty similar to what we’re confined to now. They had to create their own forge, smithy, and brickworks, and they even wired a telegraph system.”

“Hmm.” Tango peered at the book through his red-rimmed glasses. “Sounds inspirational.”

“It’s what inspired me to study engineering.”

“Well, I’m sure it will be a great read.” Scott gently placed the book on the mantle. “Let’s get these things put away, fix some supper, and then start the first chapter.”

“Sounds like a plan!”

I glanced at the book, half-illuminated by flickering flames, as I pulled more supplies out of my pack. There was another reason why I kept it. The story wasn’t just about a group of friends fighting for survival - it was about a mysterious island. There was a presence on the island, a hand behind the scenes, a force powerful and unknown to the settlers. A presence all too familiar to our own settlement.

There was anticipation in the air. I noticed it in the way Tilly - Pearl’s dog - growled at the whispering wind at night, the way there happened to be a medieval weapons museum in a nearby town, the way we had found more medical supplies in the past week than in the past year, the way the herd of horses had wandered into our territory. The way we hadn’t seen a single person since we had escaped to my grandfather’s cabin. The way our entire friend group had survived the apocalypse.

Maybe I was being paranoid, my traumatized brain picking out all the patterns it could find. It was a bit ridiculous to think that there might be a higher power manipulating our circumstances, but I had gained the skill of open-mindedness over the past few years, and nothing much could surprise me after what my friends and I had experienced. I didn’t know what lay in our future. I just knew that whatever happened, we needed to be prepared for what was coming.

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Interesting Facts about Japan Railways

1.      World’s Busiest Train Station

Japan’s Shinjuku station has been crowned as world’s busiest train station. There are fairly high chances of getting lost in the station even if you are a regular commuter to the station. The station serves around 3.6 million passengers daily. The East Japan Railway has unveiled a new app for this station alone to get around, considering hectic nature of the station and web of underground tunnels

2.      Most Number of Busiest Train Stations Are In Japan

Knowing the fact that Shinjuku train station is the world’s busiest train station, you won’t get surprised to know that 45 out of 51 busiest train stations in the world are located in Japan. Rail Network in Japan can be credited a fair share in the development of the country, considering well developed and well maintained train network. Hence, one can’t deny the fact that Japan runs on train and so the busiest train stations are. Among the first five out of 45 busiest station names are Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ikebukuro, Umeda and Yokohama.  

3.      There’s A Train Station That Opens Just Twice a Year

Don’t start calculating the numbers of financial loss and gains, if I tell you that there is a station in Japan which opens just for two days in a year. Yes, Tsushimanomiya Station, on the island of Shikoku, is a small station that opens for business just two days a year. In celebration of the local summer festival at the Tsushima Shrine, it opens on the 4 and 5 of August.

4.      Every Shinkansen (Bullet Train) is Fitted With an Automatic Brake for Earthquakes

Japan, being considered as one of the most earthquake prone nations in the world, the Shinkansen (bullet trains) can’t stand aloof from getting damaged by these destructive forces of nature. But thanks to Japan’s technological advancements and to the ingenious design and details, the rail network has been geared with a special safety features. The shinkansens running with a speed as high as 320 km/h can be brought to stand still with a first sign of an earthquake by disconnecting them from the system.

5.      The Longest Train Bridge in The World

Known as the Seto Ohashi Bridge, this structure is a string of connected bridges that connect Okayama Prefecture on Honshu to Kagawa Prefecture on Shikoku Island. Stretching 9,368 meters (5.8 miles) long, the bridge is mainly used for cars, but also has space for a shinkansen track.

6.      Japan Has a Hello Kitty Train Station

In a land of Anime and Manga, no wonder you would find a train station named after Hello Kitty. The animated characters are always been close to the hearts of Japanese. Nobita, Doraemon, Hello Kitty are among the most famous Japanese cartoon characters famous across the world. Hence the Keio Tama-Center Station toward the southeast section of Tokyo, one can find a fully decked out Hello Kitty train wonderland. There is new addition to Hello Kitty fandom that recently a new Hello Kitty shinkansen service in its Sanyo Shinkansen Line, inaugurated.

7.      Fastest Maglev In The World

The Maglev bullet train, which runs on the principle of magnetic levitation set a record for the fastest rail speed in April 2015 at 603 km/hr, or 375 mph. Central Japan Railway (JR Central), which owns the trains, proposed these services between Tokyo and the central city of Nagoya by 2027

 8.      The Attendants, Or “Pushers” Who Help Push Passengers Into Crowded Train Cars.

Housing the busiest train station in the world and 45 out of 51 busiest train stations in the world, Japanese train stations can be imagined as like bee hives. Around 22% passengers travel through subway, hence during rush hours passengers ride the rail every day, heavily outweighing other modes of transport like buses and private cars.

In the peak time of the day, in order to cram twice the number of passengers into a subway carriage, the stations employ uniformed staff known as oshiya or “pusher”, whose goal is to cram as many people as possible into the subway tram. These white glove-wearing personal actually pushes people into the train, so the doors can be shut. This is one of the iconic sites and has to be seen to be believed.

 9.      The Average Delay Per Train Is Less Than One Minute

The Japanese rail network is known throughout the world for its superiority, punctuality, cleanliness and safety. It is estimated that average delay per train in Japan is less than one minute. It is by far superior to any other train in the world.

 10. No Train Accidents over 49 years

Japan being one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world built one of the safest rail networks as well. It is been reported that over 49 years, there have been no passenger fatalities, even during natural disasters like typhoons. These safety measures attributed to ‘Pointing and Calling System’ which is an indigenous safety practice in which the action taken to be spoken loudly along with hand gestures.

11. The Shortest and Longest Train Station Names

The station with the shortest and longest names is in Japan. The shortest name is Tsu Station, written with just one kanji and one hirangana character. The longest name is the Minami Aso Mizu No Umareru Sato Hakusui Kogen Station.

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Amazing Architectural Projects of the World

There are some pretty amazing buildings being constructed around the world; some of them absolutely defy conventional human civil engineering wisdom and others challenge the laws of gravity. Every year seems to take the bar higher; pioneers of material sciences, civil engineering, landscaping, interior designing are taking design and architecture to a whole new level with unbelievably futuristic spaces for work, living and play.

Here’s your introduction to some of them.

Jeddah Tower (Kingdom tower), Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

To be built to 1007 metres, the Jeddah Tower is set to be the first building on the plant to breach the kilometre mark! It will have more than 200 floors with the world’s highest observation deck on the 157 th floor (26 floors have already been built up). It will house office space, luxury condos, a Four Seasons hotel and an observatory and is slated for completion in 2019. It has 12 escalators and 59 elevators with 5 of the elevators being double-decker. The architectural style being used for the building is extremely unique featuring an aerodynamic 3-sided design to tackle wind-speeds and gravity. The tapering shape of the building also helps to maximize rentable and usable area. The core of the building is narrow at the top and large at the bottom of the building. The exterior walls are made of low-conductivity glass to reduce cooling loads. When complete, this project would be all set to take over from the Burj Khalifa as the defining tower in the Gulf.

Dubai Pearl, Dubai

Make no mistake about it; the Dubai Pearl is not your average high-rise. With 73 stories in 4 towers rising to 300 m, it’s a unique, mixed-use development with premium offices, residences, dining, retail, leisure and entertainment. Overlooking the Palm Jumeirah Island in the Dubai Technology and Media Zone, the Dubai Pearl is designed to provide residences for 29,000 people. There is a sky-bridge at the top connecting the 4 towers. The Dubai pearl sets new benchmarks in the Gulf for LEED-certified skyscrapers with 56% green space. It has features perfectly proportioned spaces with 51% space for branded residences, 12% for commercial space, 19% for retail and leisure and 18% for hospitality. This is one skyscraper with a difference for sure!

Agora Garden Tower, Taipei

The Agora Garden Tower is a 20-story luxury building that is eco-friendly in every sense imaginable with gardens on each floor. But wait, we haven’t even got to the piece de resistance – the brilliant design by Vincente Callebaut Architecte. Inspired by the double-helix shape of DNA, we are sure you would have seen nothing like it anywhere else. A shape that is twisting from bottom to top, the awe-inspiring design of this building makes jaws regularly drop in amazement, the building seemingly appearing to rotate 90 degrees along its profile as you move from bottom to top. The building is designed to be fully self-sufficient for energy with a couple of giant photovoltaic shades fitted at the top of the building. All the construction will be out of recycled and recyclable materials. The Agora Garden is setting new standards for brilliant design.

Dawang Mountain Resort, Changsha, China

Want never before seen design? How about resort built above an old rock quarry with a 200 feet waterfall rushing down? This project built to span two cliffs, combines an indoor ski slope, a water park and an ice world with a hotel, restaurants and shopping.

Istanbul New Airport

Istanbul is one of the biggest aviation hubs in a geographic region spreading across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. The new Istanbul airport is projected to handle 150 million passengers every year and is set have a number of firsts. Located 22 miles from Istanbul on the Black sea coast, the airport will have 6 runways and is expected to serve 90 million passengers in a year when completed in 2028. Its duty-free area is set to be the biggest in the world at 53,000 square metres and more than 400 luxury brands under one roof; When the Phase1a of construction ends in 2018, the airport will have the largest terminal in the world (under one roof) with a floor area of almost 11 million square feet; It will also have Europe’s largest car park with 24,000 spaces along with a unique, tulip-shaped ATC tower. Terminal 1 is currently under construction and the use of a slatted, blue-reflecting roof and a vaulted ceiling combine to create a very exciting space inside Terminal 1. When complete, there is no doubt whatsoever it will be the number one airport in the world in every sense of the word.

Dubai One Tower

Next in the line of super-tall buildings being built in the Gulf, the Dubai One Tower will be the tallest residential tower in the world at 711 metres, when completed. To house 78000 residents, the tower will have 885 apartments, an indoor ski slope (you saw that right) and a marina. It will also have a hotel and a shopping centre inside. The indoor ski resort will be largest in the world with an unbelievable 1.2 km slope, believe it or not. The other funky part of the design is that the roof over the restaurants and cafes will be retractable for the cooler winter months. Dubai One will be the next trendsetter for residential high-rise buildings in the Gulf.

Forest City, Johor, Malaysia

Forest City is one of the biggest land reclamation projects in the world, seeking to build 4 new islands from 1400 hectares of reclaimed land in a bay between Malaysia and Singapore. The project is being executed by Country Garden Pacific View and is projected to house up to 700,000 residents after about 20 years of construction. Forest City is a work-live-play integrated zone designed to support about 220,000 jobs in finance, technology and bio-technology. The architectural plan for Forest City calls for the building of a green city with rainwater and storm-water harvesting, solar power, vertical growth and dense foliage. In additional to large park areas, mangrove swamps and a green corridor, an innovative design for a rooftop network of parks and gardens is also planned for (all of which would be interconnected). The Forest City is one development which exemplifies the advancement of sustainable building tech like no other.

Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, Nigeria

Eko Atlantic City is a pioneering development with the use of reclaimed land following in the steps of the likes of the Jumeirah. It seeks to build a new city off the coast of Lagos on 10 million square metres of reclamation. It will be a high-end live-work-play space with marinas and 250,000 units of prime housing when complete. The business district will be a landmark in itself and aspired to be the financial headquarters for Nigeria. The Eko Atlantic City is pioneering in the area of development in flood-prone regions in a time of global warming and rising sea levels. Believe it or now, there is an 8.5 km long wall being built around the development specifically to protect it from erosion and flooding. It is designed green in terms of water treatment and for low carbon footprints by the use of locally sourced material and environment friendly design. The Eko Atlantic city shows the way to the future in terms of the kind of development and design that would need to happen in coastal areas facing the threat of rising sea-levels.

Millennium Village, Tangerang, Indonesia

Millenium Village is a global smart city being promoted in Tangerang off the Jakarta-Merak Toll road. The singular selling point of this development is that office space is located across not one but three high-rises – the 75-story Gateway Tower, the 75-story Super Tower and the 100-story Iconic tower. The Iconic tower is truly an iconic building which will be the tallest building in Indonesia when complete. With colleges, hotels, an art district, a convention center, fine dining, a club, an art museum, a 470,000 square metre mall and a health city, the Millenium Village is truly a Millenium city, not just in name. With 125 hectares of green space set apart within 600 hectares of floor area, green living aspects are well taken care of. Not just that, the Millenium Sky Park sprawls across hold your breath, 25 hectares (yes, you read that right!) of gardens right in the middle of the city. The blend of high-rise living with green development is the hallmark of this project.

Khazar Islands project, Azerbaijan

The Khazar Islands project is a mega venture being developed on 41 artificial islands 25 kms from Baku, Azerbaijan in the Caspian Sea (the furthest island is located 7 kms from shore). Development is planned to occur over 2000 hectares with high-rises in several islands and a truly audacious plan to have bridges to connect built-up areas. Once complete, the Khazar Islands are set to be the emblem of Azerbaijan’s development with the centrepiece of the project being the world’s tallest tower (at that time) – The Azerbaijan Tower. When completed, the islands are expected to feature eight hotels, a yacht club and amazing enough, even a Formula 1 racetrack and an airport! This development will be a trendsetter in the area of development on reclaimed land.

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(For educational purposes only.)

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2018 in Science

from Wikipedia 

Some highlights:

1 January – Researchers at Harvard, writing in Nature Nanotechnology, report the first single lens that can focus all colours of the rainbow in the same spot and in high resolution, previously only achievable with multiple lenses.

2 January – Physicists at Cornell University report the creation of "muscle" for shape-changing, cell-sized robots.

3 January  – Scientists in Rome unveil the first bionic hand with a sense of touch that can be worn outside a laboratory.

9 January  – A pattern in exoplanets is discovered by a team of multinational researchers led by the Université de Montréal: Planets orbiting the same star tend to have similar sizes and regular spacings. This could imply that most planetary systems form differently from the Solar System.

10 January – Researchers at Imperial College London and King's College London publish a paper in the journal Scientific Reports about the development of a new 3D bioprinting technique, which allows the more accurate printing of soft tissue organs, such as lungs. 15 January –  University of Washington scientists publish a report in the journal Nature Chemistry of the development of a new form of biomaterial based delivery system for therapeutic drugs, which only release their cargo under certain physiological conditions, thereby potentially reducing drug side-effects in patients.

17 January – Engineers at the University of Texas at Austin, in collaboration with Peking University scientists, announce the creation of a memory storage device only one atomic layer thick; a so-called 'atomristor'.

19 January – Researchers at the Technical University of Munich report a new propulsion method for molecular machines, which enables them to move 100,000 times faster than biochemical processes used to date.

22 January –  Engineers at MIT develop a new computer chip, with "artificial synapses," which process information more like neurons in a brain.

24 January – Scientists in China report in the journal Cell the creation of two monkey clones, named Zhong Zhong and Hua Hua, using the complex DNA transfer method that produced Dolly the sheep, for the first time.

25 January –  Researchers report evidence that modern humans migrated from Africa at least as early as 194,000 years ago, somewhat consistent with recent genetic studies, and much earlier than previously thought.

Scientists working for Calico, a company owned by Alphabet, publish a paper in the journal eLife which presents possible evidence that Heterocephalus glaber (naked mole-rat) do not face increased mortality risk due to aging.

29 January – Scientists report, for the first time, that 800 million viruses, mainly of marine origin, are deposited daily from the Earth's atmosphere onto every square meter of the planet's surface, as the result of a global atmospheric stream of viruses, circulating above the weather system, but below the altitude of usual airline travel, distributing viruses around the planet.

6 February  –  The National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) reports that global sea ice extent has fallen to a new record low. 9 February – Human eggs are grown in the laboratory for the first time, by researchers at the University of Edinburgh.

14 February  – Researchers found that blocking the enzyme beta-secretase (BACE1) in mice reduces formation of plaques responsible for Alzheimer's disease.

16 February – Scientists report, for the first time, the discovery of a new form of light, which may involve polaritons, that could be useful in the development of quantum computers.

19 February – Scientists identify traces of the genes of the indigenous Taíno people in modern-day Puerto Ricans, indicating that the ethnic group was not extinct as previously believed.

28 February – Astronomers report, for the first time, a signal of the reionization epoch, an indirect detection of light from the earliest stars formed – about 180 million years after the Big Bang.

9 March – NASA medical researchers report that human spaceflight may alter gene expression in astronauts, based on twin studies where one astronaut twin, Scott Kelly, spent nearly one year in space while the other, Mark Kelly, remained on Earth.

19 March – Uber suspends all of its self-driving cars worldwide after a woman is killed by one of the vehicles in Arizona. This is the first recorded fatality using a fully automated version of the technology.

18 April  –  Nanyang Technological University demonstrates a robot that can autonomously assemble an IKEA chair without interruption.

25 April   –  Scientists publish evidence that asteroids may have been primarily responsible for bringing water to Earth.

27 April – Stephen Hawking's final paper – A smooth exit from eternal inflation? – is published in the Journal of High Energy Physics.

30 April – Researchers report identifying 6,331 groups of genes that are common to all living animals, and which may have arisen from a single common ancestor that lived 650 million years ago in the Precambrian.

10 May – NASA's Carbon Monitoring System (CMS) is cancelled by the Trump administration.

17 May – Scientists warn that banned CFC-11 gas emissions are originating from an unknown source somewhere in East Asia, with potential to damage the ozone layer.

22 May –  Scientists from Purdue University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences report the use of CRISPR/Cas9 to develop a variety of rice producing 25-31% more grain than traditional breeding methods.

24 May  –  Researchers at the University of Leeds report that climate change could increase arable land in boreal regions by 44% by the year 2100, while having a negative impact everywhere else.

30 May  –  The first 3D printed human corneas are created at Newcastle University.  The FDA approves the first artificial iris.

Physicists of the MiniBooNE experiment report a stronger neutrino oscillation signal than expected, a possible hint of sterile neutrinos, an elusive particle that may pass through matter without any interaction whatsoever.

4 June – Direct coupling of the Higgs boson with the top quark is observed for the first time by the ATLAS experiment and the CMS experiment at CERN.

6 June –  Footprints in the Yangtze Gorges area of South China, dating back 546 million years, are reported to be the earliest known record of an animal with legs.

8 June – The U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory unveils Summit as the world’s most powerful supercomputer, with a peak performance of 200,000 trillion calculations per second, or 200 petaflops.

20 June  – Gene-edited pigs are made resistant to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome, one of the world's most costly animal diseases.

2 July  –  First confirmed image of a newborn planet, exoplanet PDS 70b, several times larger than the planet Jupiter.

11 July – Scientists report the discovery in China of the oldest stone tools outside of Africa, estimated at 2.12 million years old.

12 July – The IceCube Neutrino Observatory announces that they have traced a neutrino that hit their Antarctica-based research station in September 2017 back to its point of origin in a blazar 3.7 billion light-years away. This is the first time that a neutrino detector has been used to locate an object in space.

Using NASA's Hubble and ESA's Gaia, astronomers make the most precise measurements to date of the universe's expansion rate – a figure of 73.5 km (45.6 miles) per second per megaparsec – reducing the uncertainty to just 2.2 percent.

17 July – Scientists led by Scott S. Sheppard report the discovery of 12 new moons of Jupiter, taking its total number to 79. This includes an "oddball", Valetudo (originally known as S/2016 J 2; Roman-numeral designation Jupiter LXII), that is predicted to eventually collide with a neighbouring moon.

20 July – Scientists at the University of Alabama at Birmingham announce the reversal of aging-associated skin wrinkles and hair loss in a mouse model. 25 July –  Scientists report the discovery, based on MARSIS radar studies, of a subglacial lake on Mars, 1.5 km (0.93 mi) below the southern polar ice cap (see image), and extending sideways about 20 km (12 mi), the first known stable body of water on the planet.

27 July – The longest total lunar eclipse of the 21st century occurs.

30 July –  Using high-resolution satellite images, researchers from the Chizé Centre for Biological Studies report an 88% reduction in the world's biggest colony of king penguins, found on Île aux Cochons in the subantarctic Crozet Archipelago.

A study by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center concludes that terraforming of Mars is physically impossible with present-day technology.

1 August  –  Lab-grown lungs are successfully transplanted into pigs for the first time.

16 August  –  Scientists at Sandia National Laboratories reveal a platinum-gold alloy believed to be the most wear-resistant metal in the world, 100 times more durable than high-strength steel.

16 August  – First complete map of the wheat genome.

18 August – Research presented at the Goldschmidt conference in Boston concludes that water is likely to be a common feature of exoplanets between two and four times the size of Earth, with implications for the search of life in our Galaxy.

20 August –  Scientists report that life, based on genetic and fossil evidences, may have begun on Earth nearly 4.5 billion years ago, much earlier than thought before.

22 August   –  Scientists report evidence of a 13 year-old hominin female, nicknamed Denny, estimated to have lived 90,000 years ago, and who was determined to be half Neanderthal and half Denisovan, based on genetic analysis of a bone fragment discovered in Denisova Cave; the first time an ancient individual was discovered whose parents belonged to distinct human groups.

Researchers report evidence of rapid shifts (in geological-time terms), nearly 30 times faster than known previously, of geomagnetic reversals, where the north magnetic pole of Earth becomes the south magnetic pole and vice versa, including a chronozone that lasted only 200 years, much shorter than any other such reversal found earlier.

30 August – Researchers from the Chinese University of Hong Kong report a new way of controlling nanobots, using swarm behaviours to do complex tasks in minimally invasive surgeries.

6 September – A study by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign finds that large-scale solar panels and wind turbines in the Sahara desert would have a major impact on rainfall, vegetation and temperatures – potentially greening the region.

12 September – Scientists report the discovery of the earliest known drawing by Homo sapiens, which is estimated to be 73,000 years old, much earlier than the 43,000 years old artifacts understood to be the earliest known modern human drawings found previously.

20 September – Scientists discover molecules of fat in an ancient fossil to reveal the earliest confirmed animal in the geological record that lived on Earth 558 million years ago.

A paper in the Cryosphere journal, from the European Geosciences Union, suggests that building walls on the seafloor could halt the slide of undersea glaciers, which are melting due to warmer ocean temperatures.

Using data from the European Space Agency’s X-ray observatory XMM-Newton, astronomers report the first detection of matter falling into a black hole at 30% of the speed of light, located in the centre of the billion-light year distant galaxy PG211+143.

25 September  – Scientists determine that Vorombe titan, an extinct elephant bird from the island of Madagascar which reached weights of 800 kg (1,800 lb) and heights of 3 m (9.8 ft) tall, is the largest bird known to have existed.

26 September – Researchers provide evidence that phosphorus compounds, key components for life, are made in interstellar space and distributed throughout outer space, including the early Earth.

27 September – A study in the journal Science concludes that polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) could halve killer whale populations in the most heavily contaminated areas within 30–50 years. 1 October –  NASA-funded researchers find that lengthy journeys into outer space, including travel to the planet Mars, may substantially damage the gastrointestinal tissues of astronauts. The studies support earlier work that found such journeys could significantly damage the brains of astronauts, and age them prematurely. However, unlike the conditions in space, the study admitted the full radiation doses over short periods.

Astronomers announce the discovery of 2015 TG387 (also known as "The Goblin"), a trans-Neptunian object and sednoid in the outermost part of the Solar System, which may help explain some apparent effects of a hypothetical planet named Planet Nine (or Planet X).

11 October   –  Physicists report that quantum behavior can be explained with classical physics for a single particle, but not for multiple particles as in quantum entanglement and related nonlocality phenomena ("spooky action at a distance" ["gruselige Action in einiger Entfernung" (german)], according to Albert Einstein).

Harvard astronomers present an analytical model that suggests matter—and potentially dormant spores—can be exchanged across the vast distances between galaxies, a process termed 'galactic panspermia', and not be restricted to the limited scale of solar systems.

The world's fastest camera, able to capture 10 trillion frames per second, is announced by the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) in Quebec, Canada.

15 October – A study by the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute finds that insect populations in Puerto Rico have crashed since the 1970s, with some species witnessing a 60-fold decrease in numbers. The fall is attributed to a 2.0 °C rise in tropical forest temperatures.

16 October   –  A comprehensive analysis of demographic trends published in The Lancet predicts that all countries are likely to experience at least a slight increase in life expectancy by 2040. Spain is expected to overtake Japan as it rises from fourth to first place, with an average lifespan of 85.8 years.

Astronomers report that GRB 150101B, a gamma-ray burst event detected in 2015, may be directly related to the historic GW170817, a gravitational wave event detected in 2017, and associated with the merger of two neutron stars. The similarities between the two events, in terms of gamma ray, optical and x-ray emissions, as well as to the nature of the associated host galaxies, are "striking", suggesting the two separate events may both be the result of the merger of neutron stars, and both may be a kilonova (i.e., a luminous flash of radioactive light that produces elements like silver, gold, platinum and uranium), which may be more common in the universe than previously understood, according to the researchers.

17 October –  Researchers report possible transgenerational epigenetic inheritance (i.e., transmission of information from one generation of an organism to the next that affects the traits of offspring without alteration of the primary structure of DNA) in the form of paternal transmission of epigenetic memory via of sperm chromosomes in the roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans, a laboratory test organism.

24 October – Scientists report discovering the oldest weapons found in North America, ancient spear points, dated to 13,500 – 15,500 years ago, made of chert, predating the clovis culture (typically dated to 13,000 years ago), in the state of Texas.

1 November  – The Earth BioGenome Project is launched, a 10-year global effort to sequence the genomes of all 1.5 million known animal, plant, protozoan and fungal species on Earth. Astronomers from Harvard University suggest that the interstellar object 'Oumuamua may be an extraterrestrial solar sail from an alien civilization, in an effort to help explain the object's "peculiar acceleration".

2 November  – The world’s largest neuromorphic supercomputer, the million-core 'SpiNNaker' machine, is switched on by the University of Manchester, England.

5 November  –  Polar ozone holes are healing faster than previously thought, and are expected to completely heal by 2060.

5 November –  Astronomers report the discovery of one of the oldest stars, named 2MASS J18082002-5104378 B, in the universe, about 13.5 billion-years-old, possibly one of the very first stars, a tiny ultra metal-poor (UMP) star made almost entirely of materials released from the Big Bang. The discovery of the star in the Milky Way galaxy suggests that the galaxy may be at least 3 billion years older than thought earlier.

Scientists report the discovery of the smallest known ape, Simiolus minutus, which weighed approximately eight pounds, and lived about 12.5 million years ago in Kenya in East Africa.

7 November – Scientists report the discovery of the oldest known figurative art painting, over 40,000 (perhaps as old as 52,000) years old, of an unknown animal, in the cave of Lubang Jeriji Saléh on the Indonesian island of Borneo

12 November – China's Institute of Plasma Physics announces that plasma in the Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST) has reached 100 million degrees Celsius.

Researchers at Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) reveal a humanoid robot prototype, HRP-5P, intended to autonomously perform heavy labor or work in hazardous environments.

20 November – The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) publishes its latest Greenhouse Gas Bulletin, showing record high concentrations of heat-trapping greenhouse gases, with levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) reaching 405.5 parts per million (ppm) in 2017, up from 403.3 ppm in 2016 and 400.1 ppm in 2015. The WMO reports that "there is no sign of a reversal in this trend, which is driving long-term climate change, sea level rise, ocean acidification and more extreme weather."

22 November  – Research published in Environmental Research Letters concludes that stratospheric aerosol injection to curb global warming is "technically possible" and would be "remarkably inexpensive" at $2 to 2.5 billion per year over the first 15 years.

23 November – The Brazilian government reports that deforestation in the Amazon rainforest has reached its highest rate for a decade, with 7,900 sq km (3,050 sq miles) destroyed between August 2017 and July 2018, largely due to illegal logging.

24 November – Scientists report that nearly all extant populations of animals, including humans, may be a result of a population expansion that began between one and two hundred thousand years ago, based on genetic mitochondrial DNA studies.

25 November – Chinese scientists report the birth of twin human girls, Lulu and Nana, as the world's first genetically edited babies. The human genes were edited to resist the HIV virus.

27 November – Researchers at the University of Southern California publish details of a freeze-dried polio vaccine that does not require refrigeration.

30 November – Astronomers report that the extragalactic background light (EBL), the total amount of light that has ever been released by all the stars in the observable universe, amounts to 4 × 1084 photons.

10 December – Voyager 2, a space probe launched in 1977, is confirmed (image of onboard detections) to have left the Solar System for interstellar space on 5 November 2018, six years after its sister probe, Voyager 1.

Four glaciers in the Vincennes Bay region of Antarctica are found to be thinning at surprisingly fast rates, casting doubt on the idea that the eastern part of the icy continent is stable.

Researchers announce the discovery of considerable amounts of life forms, including 70% of bacteria and archea on Earth, comprising up to 23 billion tonnes of carbon, living up to at least 4.8 km (3.0 mi) deep underground, including 2.5 km (1.6 mi) below the seabed, according to a ten-year Deep Carbon Observatory project.

11 December – A report on the impact of climate change in the Arctic, published during the latest American Geophysical Union meeting, concludes that populations of wild reindeer, or caribou, have crashed from almost 5 million to just 2.1 million animals in the last two decades.

17 December  –  Astronomers led by Scott Sheppard announce the discovery of 2018 VG18, nicknamed "Farout", the most distant body ever observed in the Solar System at approximately 120 AU.

Scientists announce that the earliest feathers may have originated 250 million years ago, 70 million years earlier than previously thought

18 December – Scientists report that the earliest flowers began about 180 million years ago, 50 million years earlier than previously thought.

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Choose Your Fate - Logan Delos - 4

Well here we go, part 4! Date night won by very, very tight margin!

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“Miss Y/L/N, it’s your father,” Amelia said with a look to your desk phone which was blinking with a call on hold.

“Thanks Amelia,” you said with a tight smile. When the door shut, you huffed out a breath and picked up the receiver. “Hey dad.”

“Hey cricket,” he greeted affectionately, but you could hear that undercurrent that told you a lecture was coming. “We haven’t talked in a while. Thought I’d try you at the office since your personal phone seems to not be working.”

Oh it was working. You’d just been ignoring his calls.

“Bad reception,” you lied.

“Mhm. Now Y/N, I’m sure your sister has given you the third degree already about this snafu with Delos, but I think I need to remind you that we don’t mix with that company well. Oil and water, remember?”

“No, dad, I don’t remember. Because every time I’ve asked about Delos, you tell me you’ll explain and then you never do.” Your eyes darted to the door and then back to your desk. “Why do you hate them so much?”

You heard your dad sigh over the line. You could picture him in the home office, rubbing the bridge of his nose with his glasses dangling from his fingers.

“Before James Delos joined forces with the other companies to create the parks, the ones that had the technology for the hosts, him and I were actually kind of partners. I’d invested in his company at one point actually. And once Delos was about to break onto the scene with Westworld and their other parks, he found a loophole to write me out.”

To say that you were surprised was an understatement.

“That’s why we stuck to the east coast, isn’t it? To stay away from Delos.”

“There was enough business for the both of us. While Delos Inc and their subsidiaries stuck to the parks and hosts, we worked on VR and communication. We work with the government and Delos, well, they pander to the sick and depraved.”

That sounded about right. You leaned back in your chair and shook your head.

“So what happened to your investment? Loophole or not, if you have proof of transaction–”

“He paid it all back, plus interest,” he said before you could explore that idea. “He knew better than to leave any connection to Y/L/N, knew that we could have claim to some of the ideas that came through during the time I invested. Plus we each have non-compete clauses with our companies so it’d get too messy if we tried to pursue it.”

Yeah, that made sense. And it did paint a picture as to why your dad didn’t like James Delos, but there was still something you didn’t understand.

“We’re doing fine without Delos,” you said slowly, “so why are you so pissed that he cut you out? You’re not power hungry and we’re definitely not wanting for money.”

That made your dad laugh.

“It wasn’t for the money or the prestige, we don’t need that. It was for the sake of the science. With our resources combined, think about what we could have accomplished. Those little projects of yours would have been launched ten times over by now.”

You bristled a bit by him calling them little projects, but you knew he didn’t mean it like that. Probably.

The two of you talked for a while longer, about your mom’s garden and how your dad had accidentally stepped on one of her flowers so she was giving him the cold shoulder. You even talked about Jo and how she was expanding the European faction of the company quite well.

When you hung up, you realized that you hadn’t talked about Delos for the rest of the conversation. He would think that it was dropped and maybe that was for the best. You didn’t need to tell your dad that Logan Delos had given you numbers for investors. Or that you’d called them and the moment you gave Logan’s name, they all pledged way more than you actually needed.

Since you had denied Marco’s unorthodox request to steal from Delos Inc, you’d need another way to make up the difference. This was your best bet.

Marco had tried to persuade you to see things from his point of view but you didn’t need to. The moment he had said the words, you knew it wasn’t what you should do. If somehow they never figured it out, you’d always know that your company was tainted. That wasn’t what you meant by any means necessary. You weren’t willing to sell your soul just yet.

It meant working harder, but you weren’t afraid to roll your sleeves up. You had the money, thanks to the investors from Logan. Now you just needed the science to work in your favor.

A glance at the clock on your desk had you wincing. It was getting late. And at this rate, you’d miss your date with Fraser. Your sister had finally talked you into sending him a text and both of you had this evening free.

One date; most likely you’d be able to make up an excuse after thirty minutes and go home. That would keep Jo off your back for a while at least.

With that in mind, you packed up your office for the evening.

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You weren’t actually sure what Fraser looked like, but when you got to the restaurant, he recognized you almost immediately. He waved you over, calling your name to get your attention.

He was attractive. He had a look about him that said he put effort into his looks but not that he was vain. When you got to him, he offered his hand for a handshake.

“Jo had pictures of you in her office,” he explained when you asked how he recognized you. “I hope traffic wasn’t too bad.”

The two of you made small talk while you both looked over your menus. You noticed that he was looking at you over the top of his menu about as much as you looked at him. He was attractive, personable. He didn’t immediately start talking about his work but actually talked about current events with you.

“Jo said you were a scientist,” he said conversationally after you both had your food delivered. “That had to take a lot of time in school.”

“I’m a bio-engineer,” you explained with a shrug as you picked up your fork. “It gives me the best of both worlds; working with technology and the human system.”

He seemed enraptured as he asked questions about your work. You kept it light, not focusing on any project in particular. Every time you thought he’d get bored, he’d ask another question.

“Surely you don’t want to hear about all of this,” you said with a laugh. “It’s pretty boring to people who don’t work with it every day.”

“Hey, I work in finance. Just hearing about this stuff is the closest to cool I’ll ever get,” he joked. Then with a grin, “I actually am a little scientific myself.”

“Oh really?”

“Hell yeah. I can recite the whole periodic table of elements in order,” he said with a grin, leaning forward over the table. “I taught myself in college and oddly enough, it wasn’t the type of skill that made the girls line up outside of my dorm room.”

You snorted out a laugh, picking up your glass and taking a sip.

“Oh I need to see this. Come on, impress me.”

It took him a while because both of you started to laugh, plus some of the names were difficult to say after three drinks, but he made it to the end. You gave him a round of applause, laughing and toasting his ability.

“And that didn’t make you the stud of campus? College girls are weak,” you joked as you sipped your drink.

The meal hadn’t been that bad. You’d actually missed the notification on your phone that you had programmed as a reason to leave, but you didn’t mind. You’d actually enjoyed yourself.

“I was starting to wonder if maybe you’d changed your mind about this,” Fraser admitted as he motioned between the two of you. “It’d been so long since Jo had said you’d be interested in meeting up. I figured you decided to just, what’s the term, ghost me?”

You laughed a bit and ducked your head. You didn’t want to admit that you had been thinking about that. Instead you told him something else that wasn’t exactly a lie.

“With my work schedule, sometimes I forget to have a life outside of it. I’ve been on the west coast for a few months and honestly, I don’t know anyone that doesn’t work in my office.”

You saw a smile start to spread over Fraser’s lips. He opened his mouth to respond but you heard your name from the side. You glanced over and found yourself staring at none other than Logan Delos.

“Y/N,” he greeted with a grin as he approached the table, completely ignoring Fraser. “Fancy seeing you here twice in one week.”

Your eye twitched as you tried not to react to that. You gave him a tense smile, your eyes darting over to Fraser who looked politely curious at the interruption.

It was the first time Logan had said your name. At the meeting with William, he had called you Miss Y/L/N with such derision that you were surprised William hadn’t noticed, but he hadn’t called you by your first name. Hearing it made a shiver go up your spine.

“Logan,” you said through gritted teeth, “pleasure seeing you. If you don’t mind…?”

Logan looked between the two of you and you knew the moment he realized it was a date. His mouth was turned down for a brief second and then he was grinning so wide that you were sure he was going to have cramps in his cheeks.

“I don’t mean to be rude. I’m Logan Delos; I’m good friends with Y/N here.”

You were about to discredit that, but Fraser had already held his hand out for a handshake.

“Fraser Coomes,” he introduced with a quick look at you.

“Fraser,” Logan said, eyes wide. He looked at you and repeated the name. “Fraser? Really?”

“Okay Logan, I think you were just leaving?”

His hand went to the extra chair at your table and you had a split second to appreciate the fact that you’d probably be thrown out if you threw your drink in his face right then. He must have noticed the impending violence on your face because he let out a laugh and moved to stand beside you instead.

“I’ll let you two kids continue with your dinner. Just wanted to stop and say hello,” he said as he leaned down until he could whisper in your ear. “We need to talk. Soon.”

His words were more serious than he had been so you gave him a quick nod before you purposefully turned your attention back to Fraser. Recognizing that your attention was gone, Logan shook his head and drained the last of his drink before he turned to leave.

You weren’t sure how you’d get in touch with Logan since you apparently needed to talk to him, but you were sure he’d find you.

Fraser had a strange look on his face as he watched Logan saunter off. Then he turned back to you with a slight upturn to his lips.

“I thought you said you didn’t know anyone out here,” he said conversationally.

“I don’t, not socially. I know Logan through our companies.”

Fraser didn’t look convinced.

“Delos Inc and Y/L/N are rivals; that interaction looked a little more personal than that.”

How did you explain your relationship—if that was even the word—with Logan Delos? But you also didn’t need to explain anything to Fraser about how you knew Logan. Something told you that his curiosity wasn’t coming from a place of polite interest.

Instead of giving in to his game, you reached into your bag and swiped your thumb over the screen of your phone. You pulled it out and angled it just enough that he’d see that it was your office calling.

“I have to take this,” you said as you put the phone to your ear. You pretended to talk to the machine on the other side for a moment before you gave Fraser an apologetic smile. “Something’s come up at work and I need to get back to the office. I’m sorry.”

He shook his head as you tried to pull out your wallet.

“This is on me,” he said as he gestured to your empty plates. “I’m sorry you’ve got to go. I’ve been having fun.”

Until Logan showed up, your mind supplied.

“Me too. We’ll have to do it again soon.”

After you gave him a quick hug, you turned on your heel and headed out of the restaurant. It honestly wouldn’t surprise you if you never heard from him again.

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The light of your Orpheus device was glowing. You went over to where it was stationed and swiped a finger over the display, but it didn’t show that anyone had tried to contact you.

“Orpheus off,” you commanded but the light didn’t recede. “Voice accept?” Nothing.

You lifted the device and hit the button to turn it off manually. The light faded and you sighed as you put it back down. There must be some glitch that the beta testing hadn’t caught. You’d fill out a report and send it in to Marco to be looked at.

That in mind, you went across your living room and towards the stairs so you could go take a shower.

Out of sight of the device, you didn’t notice the light start to glow on the device once more.

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