As Amazon Prime Day approaches, experts are cautioning consumers to remain vigilant against potential scams. Scammers often take advantage of significant sales events like Prime Day to target unsuspecting shoppers. It is crucial to watch out for lookalike websites, social media ads that seem too good to be true, and unsolicited emails or calls during
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Imitation learning is a key method for teaching robots how to perform various tasks, but the challenge lies in collecting detailed human demonstrations that can be replicated by robotic systems. One approach is using teleoperated systems, but many existing systems struggle to accurately reproduce complex movements. Researchers at the University of California, San Diego have
The University of Western Australia’s “TeraNet” has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully receiving laser signals from a German satellite in low Earth orbit. This significant achievement opens the door to a remarkable 1,000-fold increase in communication bandwidth between space and Earth. Led by Associate Professor Sascha Schediwy from the UWA node at the International
The research team led by Dr. Sung Mook Choi at the Korea Institute of Materials Science has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of anion exchange membrane water electrolysis. They have developed a one-step electrode fabrication process, which marks the first of its kind in South Korea. This innovative process, detailed in the journal
PrivacyLens is a groundbreaking camera developed by engineers at the University of Michigan that has the ability to prevent companies from collecting embarrassing and identifiable photos and videos from devices like smart home cameras and robotic vacuums. Unlike traditional cameras, PrivacyLens uses both a standard video camera and a heat-sensing camera to identify people in
In today’s fast-paced world, where time is of the essence, the aviation industry is constantly looking for innovative solutions to streamline operations and ensure the safety and efficiency of air travel. Just like your smartphone navigation app can instantly analyze information from many sources to suggest the best route to follow, a NASA-developed resource is
Imagine waking up one morning to find out that your phone number has been taken over by sophisticated criminals. This is exactly what happened to one unsuspecting victim, who found themselves at the mercy of port-out hijacking, also known as SIM-swapping. This less-common form of identity theft goes beyond hacking into accounts; it involves the
The rise of SIM-swapping as a form of identity theft is becoming a growing concern among consumers and experts alike. This type of theft goes beyond traditional hacking methods and involves the thieves taking over your phone number. Once they have control, any calls or texts intended for you will go directly to the thieves,
Meta’s decision to lift restrictions on Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts has sparked controversy and debate. This move comes after his supporters violently stormed the US Capitol in 2021, leading to the suspension of his accounts. The initial suspension was put in place due to Trump’s praise of people engaged in violence on social
Recently, US mobile operator AT&T disclosed that hackers had successfully stolen call and message data from nearly all of its customers spanning over a six-month period in 2022. This breach impacted approximately 90 million individuals, raising serious concerns about data security and privacy. The stolen data primarily included details of phone calls and text messages
In a world where technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, the story of Japanese eSports gamer Mashiro sheds light on the potential of artificial intelligence to empower individuals with disabilities. Mashiro, who is blind, relies on a companion to navigate the streets of Tokyo but recently tested the latest version of AI chatbot
Star Wars Outlaws is a highly anticipated title from Massive Entertainment, a video game studio based in Malmo, Sweden. The game is set to be released on August 30 and is expected to transport players into a new open world adventure set between the events of “Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi”. The
Traditional lithium-ion batteries have revolutionized the way we power our consumer electronics, but they come with their own set of environmental challenges. These batteries, while efficient, are flammable and not easily recyclable. Current recycling methods focus primarily on recovering metals from the cathodes, leaving the rest of the components to go to waste. A team
Cities often struggle to provide enough space for outdoor sports, leading to the replacement of natural grass with artificial turf on sports fields. While artificial turf is durable and can withstand heavy use, it comes with its own set of problems. In an effort to address these issues, scientists in the Netherlands have pioneered a
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, commonly known as TSMC, was established in 1987 by Morris Chang, a visionary tech industry veteran. With a clear goal of establishing Taiwan as a major player in the semiconductor industry, Chang embarked on a mission to compete with leading countries like Japan. Over the years, TSMC has emerged as a
