Technology

In a recent development, Meta has decided to put a halt on its plans to use personal data to train its artificial intelligence technology in Europe. This decision comes after facing privacy complaints from a Vienna-based privacy campaign group. The complaints raised concerns about Meta’s proposed changes to its privacy policy, which were deemed to

The recent lawsuit filed by Justina Jong and Amina Salgado against Apple has shed light on the issue of gender pay disparity in Silicon Valley. Jong’s shocking revelation that she was being paid significantly less than a male colleague who did the same job came from an unlikely source – an office printer. This discovery

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have paved the way for innovative techniques to enhance the capabilities of autonomous vehicles. One such technique, known as Multi-View Attentive Contextualization (MvACon), has shown great promise in improving the mapping of three-dimensional spaces using two-dimensional images captured by multiple cameras. This development, led by researchers at North Carolina

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy recently announced that the tech giant would be adding $1.4 billion to its Housing Equity Fund, which was established three years ago. This new contribution comes on top of the $2.2 billion that Amazon had already invested in creating or preserving 21,000 affordable housing units in key regions such as the

In a world where complexity often reigns supreme, the key to solving challenges may actually lie in simplicity. A research team at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) recently showcased this concept in their groundbreaking work on solid-state batteries. Led by Professor Byoungwoo Kang and Dr. Abin Kim from the Department of Materials Science

Italy’s competition authority recently imposed a 3.5 million euro fine on Meta for its lack of transparency in managing Instagram and Facebook accounts. The AGCM watchdog criticized Meta for not immediately informing users registered to Instagram via the web about the use of their personal data for commercial purposes. This lack of disclosure can be

In a recent study conducted by researchers at University College London (UCL), the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) in terms of rational reasoning were put to the test. The study, published in Royal Society Open Science, aimed to evaluate the capacity of advanced LLMs, such as GPT-4 and Google Bard, to engage in logical

In a groundbreaking discovery, a team of nuclear scientists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Nuclear Power Institute of China have developed a new high-resolution neutronics model that has the potential to significantly enhance the production of plutonium-238 (238Pu). This innovative approach has been shown to increase the yield of 238Pu by nearly 20% in

Renewable hydrogen has been identified as a key player in reducing carbon emissions across Europe. Research conducted by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) suggests that sourcing hydrogen from regions with cheaper renewable energy sources may be more cost-effective than local production. However, concerns have been raised regarding the environmental impact of transporting large quantities of

The aviation industry is on the brink of a significant transformation due to the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. While the idea of AI replacing pilots may still be far-fetched, experts in the field believe that AI is already revolutionizing the way airlines operate. Julie Pozzi, the head of data science and AI at

Metal halide perovskites have emerged as a promising class of materials with exceptional optoelectronic properties, paving the way for the development of cost-effective thin-film transistors. Recent advancements in this field have primarily focused on utilizing tin (Sn) halide perovskites to create high-performance p-type transistors. However, the challenge lies in achieving similar success with n-type transistors,

In a world where luxury and comfort are highly sought after, the trend of high-tech toilets is on the rise. The bidet toilet, once a private attraction in Japan, has now become a must-have in luxury bathrooms worldwide. These toilets, equipped with warm seats and precision spray technology, have a unique appeal that is attracting

Nvidia recently made waves at the prestigious tech expo, Computex, by unveiling new products and showcasing their plans to accelerate the advancement of artificial intelligence. CEO Jensen Huang, a Taiwan-born celebrity in the tech world, captured the audience’s attention with his bold statement that “the next industrial revolution has begun”. Alongside other industry heavyweights like

The field of robotics is constantly evolving, with researchers seeking ways to push the boundaries of what robots can achieve. One area of particular interest is the use of teams of robots, which have the potential to tackle far more elaborate missions than individual robots. This includes covering long distances faster, visiting different sites simultaneously,

Chile’s state-owned copper giant Codelco has recently entered into a partnership with SQM, a private mining firm, to significantly increase the extraction of lithium. Known as “white gold,” lithium is a crucial mineral in the transition to cleaner energy on a global scale. This partnership aims to establish a public-private partnership that will oversee the