Technology

In August 2020, a devastating incident occurred in Korea when a dam near the Seomjin River experienced overflow during a water release, resulting in damages exceeding 100 billion won. This incident could have potentially been averted with the implementation of predictive dam management. Recognizing the importance of proactive measures, a research team from Pohang University

Lithium metal batteries (LMBs) have gained attention as a potential candidate for energy storage due to their higher energy density compared to other materials. However, the use of a lithium metal anode presents challenges stemming from the interface between the electrode and electrolyte. The formation of a solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) on the lithium metal anode

As the world seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and explore sustainable transportation solutions, researchers at the University of Houston have identified hydrogen fuel as a viable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional liquid fuels. In their white paper titled “Competitive Pricing of Hydrogen as an Economic Alternative to Gasoline and Diesel for the Houston

The collapse of FTX has sent shockwaves throughout the cryptocurrency community, shedding light on the imperative need for effective evaluation of the solvency of cryptocurrency exchanges. As one of the largest trading platforms for crypto-assets, FTX was valued at a staggering $32 billion before filing for insolvency unexpectedly in November 2022. This brought to the

Australia’s major ports, responsible for handling 40 percent of the country’s freight trade, have finally reopened after being crippled by a devastating cyberattack. This attack forced the port operator, DP World, to disconnect its systems from the internet, resulting in significant disruptions to cargo unloading and pick-ups at ports in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Fremantle.

China’s annual “Singles Day” sales bonanza, created by tech giant Alibaba, has become a significant event in the retail industry. This year, the sales event spanned well over a week, offering deals and discounts to consumers. However, despite its reputation as a shopping extravaganza, Chinese consumers appear to be less swayed by the flashy deals

Deep neural networks (DNNs) have shown immense promise in analyzing large datasets, revolutionizing research across various scientific domains. Computer scientists have successfully trained DNN models to analyze chemical data and identify potential applications in recent years. Inspired by the groundbreaking paper “Scaling Laws for Neural Language Models” by Kaplan et al., a team of researchers

In a move that is set to revolutionize the way people communicate across language barriers, Samsung Electronics, the South Korean smartphone giant, has announced that it will be launching a real-time translation service on calls using AI technology. This groundbreaking feature will be incorporated into Samsung’s new Galaxy flagship model, set to be released early

Throughout history, sonar has been an invaluable tool for ocean mapping, submarine detection, and shipwreck exploration. Now, researchers at Cornell have developed a groundbreaking variation of this technology: PoseSonic, a wearable device that utilizes micro sonar to track the upper body movements of the wearer in three dimensions. By combining inaudible soundwaves with artificial intelligence

The war in Ukraine has not only marked the largest European land conflict since the Second World War but has also unveiled a new chapter in the history of warfare. In addition to the traditional battles fought on the ground, this conflict has escalated into a large-scale confrontation in cyberspace, pitting two technologically advanced nations

The issue of child victims of abuse online has become a pressing concern for regulators and tech companies alike. In response, major players in the tech industry, such as Facebook-owner Meta and Google, have recently announced their collaboration in a new program called Lantern. With growing public scrutiny surrounding their efforts to protect children and

Virgin Atlantic has received a landmark permit from Britain’s aviation regulator for a transatlantic flight powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). This permit marks a significant step towards decarbonizing the aviation industry and showcases the possibilities of greener aviation practices. The flight, scheduled for November 28, will depart from London and arrive in New