In today’s world, the need for robots that can efficiently navigate various terrains is becoming increasingly crucial. These robots have the potential to complete complex missions in challenging environments, ranging from monitoring natural environments like forests to searching for survivors in the aftermath of natural disasters. One common type of robot designed for navigating varying
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The recent ransomware attack on London hospitals by the Russian group Qilin has sent shockwaves through the healthcare sector. The attack, which occurred on June 3rd, targeted the NHS provider Synnovis, causing the cancellation of hundreds of operations and appointments. The impact of the attack was felt particularly in southeast London, where hospitals such as
The advancement of technology has brought about significant changes in various industries, including the recruitment and hiring process. With the rise of artificial intelligence tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, recruiters have started using automated systems to summarize resumes and rank candidates. This technological shift has raised concerns about the potential biases that these AI tools might
When considering the ongoing debate around energy policies, it is crucial to take into account the role of emotions in shaping individuals’ decisions. A recent study published in Energy Policy delved into the impact of emotions, specifically worries and concerns about climate change, on how people perceive different energy sources. These emotions were found to
Facial recognition startup Clearview AI recently reached a settlement in an Illinois lawsuit that alleged its collection of faces violated privacy rights. This unique agreement is estimated to be worth more than $50 million, with attorneys’ fees of $20 million coming out of the settlement amount. The plaintiffs in the federal suit will receive a
In the bustling tech hub of San Jose in 1993, three brilliant minds gathered at a local Denny’s with a vision to revolutionize the computer chip industry. Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem envisioned creating a chip that would enhance graphics for video games, making them faster and more realistic. Little did they know
The recent decision by the U.S. Commerce Department to ban the use of cybersecurity firm Kaspersky’s software in the United States has sparked controversy. In response, Kaspersky denied that it poses a security threat, asserting that the government’s decision was based on geopolitical concerns rather than actual risks. Despite the ban, Kaspersky remains confident in
Ilya Sutskever, a prominent figure in the AI research community and one of the founders of OpenAI, recently announced the launch of his new venture, Safe Superintelligence Inc. This new company, founded by Sutskever and his co-founders Daniel Gross and Daniel Levy, is solely focused on the safe development of “superintelligence” – AI systems that
In a groundbreaking study published in Applied Physics Reviews, researchers have developed a new technique to address the issue of increasing the capacity of sodium-ion batteries. Led by Professor Oleg Kolosov from Lancaster University and Professor Zhigao Huang from Fujian Normal University, this research marks a significant advancement in the field of energy storage technology.
Ethylene (C2H4) is a compound with a wide range of applications, from manufacturing to agriculture and healthcare. With the increasing demand for this versatile hydrocarbon, it is essential to develop effective and sustainable methods for its production on a large scale. One proposed method involves converting ethane (C2H6) into ethylene and hydrogen. However, traditional methods
When Bae Jin-soo made the bold decision to leave his lucrative job at a major South Korean conglomerate in pursuit of a career as a writer, his parents disapproved to the extent of kicking him out of their home. Fast forward seventeen years, Bae has become a prominent figure in South Korea’s booming webtoon industry,
Roboticists have made great strides in developing sophisticated systems over the years. However, the challenge lies in teaching these systems to effectively tackle new tasks. Mapping high-dimensional data, such as images from RGB cameras, to robot actions is a crucial aspect of training. Recently, researchers at Imperial College London and the Dyson Robot Learning Lab