Artificial intelligence (AI) has been under scrutiny for its increasing carbon footprint as it requires vast amounts of computing power and data storage. The energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with AI hardware production have raised concerns about its contribution to climate change. For example, the largest AI training processes have been consuming more computing
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As technology and science continue to progress rapidly, the focus is shifting towards the next big technological disrupters beyond artificial intelligence. One potential candidate that has garnered attention is quantum computing. The Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator Foundation (GESDA), a Swiss group, is taking proactive measures to ensure that regulations are in place to govern
Robotic systems have been making significant strides in various indoor environments, assisting humans with manual tasks and simple queries. However, the future of robotics lies in their deployment in unknown and unmapped environments, where obstacles can hinder their sensors and increase the risk of collisions. In particular, air-ground robots are poised to revolutionize outdoor navigation
A recent breakthrough in memory device technology has been achieved by a team of Korean researchers led by Professor Shinhyun Choi from the KAIST School of Electrical Engineering. The team has successfully developed a new memory device that has the potential to replace existing memory technologies due to its low processing costs and ultra-low-power consumption.
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant led by Elon Musk, reported a significant decline in first-quarter auto sales. The company’s global deliveries dropped by 8.5 percent to 386,810 vehicles. This decline was attributed to various factors including weak sales in China, fierce competition from local EV makers, and the impact of an arson attack on power
A groundbreaking development in the field of eye tracking has emerged courtesy of a team of engineers at The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology’s ICFO–Institut de Ciències Fotòniques. These innovative engineers have successfully created a revolutionary camera that is virtually transparent, allowing for seamless eye tracking without obstructing the user’s view. Traditionally, eye tracking
In the quest to develop smaller, more efficient optoelectronic devices, researchers have identified the need for higher gate capacitance to reduce energy consumption. This necessitates the use of insulating materials with a high dielectric constant (κ), such as hafnium oxide (HfO2), to maximize charge storage capacity. However, integrating these high-κ materials with two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors
Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) have been gaining attention as a promising class of transistors that offer unique advantages for various applications, such as biosensors, wearable devices, and neuromorphic systems. Despite their potential, traditional OECTs have faced challenges related to stability and slow redox processes. However, researchers at Northwestern University have recently introduced a novel fabrication
The concept of vehicles that can drive themselves has long been a dream for both robotics researchers and the automotive industry. While significant progress has been made in this field, the deployment of autonomous vehicles is still limited to certain environments. Recently, researchers have been focusing on the development of automated valet parking (AVP) systems,
Professor Jeongho Kwak, a prominent figure in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at DGIST, has made significant strides in developing a cutting-edge learning model and resource optimization technology. This innovative technology aims to revolutionize 6G vision services by seamlessly combining accuracy and efficiency. 6G mobile vision services, such as augmented reality (AR)
OpenAI has recently introduced a voice-cloning tool named “Voice Engine” that is designed to replicate speech patterns based on a short audio sample. While the technology has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including entertainment and education, the company is taking a cautious approach to its release due to the significant risks associated with the
Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, announced a staggering increase in profits for the year 2023. This comes after a challenging period marked by US sanctions. Despite warnings from Washington about potential espionage risks associated with Huawei’s equipment, the company has managed to not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Rising Profits and