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In a strategic move to enhance its cutting-edge medical diagnostic systems, Samsung, the South Korean tech giant, announced its acquisition of the French artificial intelligence company, Sonio. With the rapid growth of AI technology in various sectors, especially in medical care, this acquisition is a significant step for Samsung in advancing its ultrasound systems. The

In today’s world where authenticity is constantly under threat, researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a groundbreaking smartphone app aimed at combating document forgery. The Information Security group, led by David Basin, has created a sophisticated app that uses cutting-edge technology to verify the authenticity of various documents and items. The fundamental principle behind the

Amazon has recently announced its plan to invest US$9 billion in Singapore over the next four years. This significant investment is aimed at expanding its cloud computing capabilities in the city. This decision comes as part of the company’s efforts to meet the growing demand for cloud services and artificial intelligence in the region. According

Collaborating on physical objects when individuals are not in the same room can be a daunting task. However, a groundbreaking new remote conferencing system called SharedNeRF is changing the game by allowing the remote user to manipulate a 3D view of the scene to assist in complex tasks such as debugging intricate hardware. Developed by

In recent years, the concept of visionary urban planning has been heavily influenced by neoliberal economic policies and the rise of smart cities driven by big data and AI. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, has embarked on an ambitious project called NEOM, which is touted to

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant advancements in recent years, raising questions about its role in influencing moral decision-making. A study conducted by Eyal Aharoni from Georgia State’s Psychology Department delves into the perceptions of individuals towards AI when presented with ethical questions. The results of the study revealed a surprising trend where participants favored

The recent health care ransomware attack on UnitedHealth Group’s subsidiary, Change Healthcare, has shed light on the alarming repercussions of a basic security oversight. The cybercriminals behind the attack exploited the absence of multi-factor authentication (MFA) across all systems, despite the sensitive patient data entrusted to the subsidiary. This oversight is akin to leaving the

In a shocking turn of events, a US high school principal found himself at the center of a controversy fueled by a fabricated audio clip. The clip, created using artificial intelligence by a disgruntled staff member, led to accusations of racism and anti-Semitism against the principal. This incident highlighted the ease with which AI and

As the world gears up for the Paris Olympic Games, there is a group of warriors diligently training in the shadows – the cybersecurity engineers. Similar to Olympic athletes, these cyberwarriors are undergoing intense preparation for the grand event. They are utilizing the expertise of friendly hackers to probe their defenses, akin to boxers sparring

The He Lab at Carnegie Mellon University has been at the forefront of research aimed at developing noninvasive alternatives to traditional invasive brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). In a groundbreaking study published in PNAS Nexus, the lab showcased the remarkable capabilities of noninvasive BCIs by demonstrating that individuals could control the continuous tracking of a moving object

The development of a first-ever stretchy electronic skin by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin has opened up new opportunities in the field of robotics and beyond. This innovative e-skin is designed to provide robots and devices with the softness and touch sensitivity akin to human skin, allowing them to perform tasks that

In the quest to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, it has become clear that simply electrifying various sectors of the economy is not enough. While converting personal vehicles and heating systems to run on electricity generated from renewable sources is a step in the right direction, there are certain sectors that cannot be decarbonized, such as