Recently, Chinese tech giant ByteDance has adamantly stated that they have no intention of selling TikTok, despite a new US law that requires them to divest from the popular video platform. The US government imposed a nine-month deadline on ByteDance to sell TikTok due to national security concerns surrounding the app being used for espionage
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The recent announcement by the White House regarding the granting of up to $6.1 billion to Micron for the construction of semiconductor plants in New York and Idaho is a significant move aimed at bolstering the US semiconductor industry. This funding is part of a larger effort by the US government to bring semiconductor production
In a tragic incident near Seattle, a Tesla operating on the company’s Autopilot system collided with a motorcyclist, resulting in the loss of life. The driver of the Tesla admitted to using Autopilot and being distracted by their cellphone at the time of the crash. This raises serious concerns about the effectiveness of Tesla’s Autopilot
Frenchman Christophe Fouquet is poised to take on the role of CEO at ASML, a Dutch chip giant, amidst a turbulent global landscape where semiconductors have become a key player in geopolitical tensions. With his extensive background in the industry and years of experience at the company, Fouquet faces a daunting task of maintaining ASML’s
China’s advancements in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) have propelled the nation into a new era of aviation. This transformative shift in low-altitude airspace management presents unique challenges and opportunities for regulation, technology, and industry practices. The digital, networked, and intelligent nature of UAS operations is at the forefront of this evolution, putting pressure on traditional
In a groundbreaking study from 2002, a researcher at Virginia Commonwealth University has unlocked the secrets of detecting deception through artificial intelligence. Xunyu Chen, an assistant professor in the Department of Information Systems at VCU’s School of Business, delved into human behaviors as a key indicator of lying or truthfulness. By harnessing the power of
In the realm of wireless communication, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have emerged as key players, particularly in areas lacking traditional network infrastructure. Recognizing this potential, researchers from the University of Missouri-Kansas City have developed GREENSKY, a groundbreaking model that revolutionizes the energy efficiency and operational capacity of UAVs in cellular networks. GREENSKY optimizes UAV charging
Machine learning-based models have made significant strides in autonomously generating various types of content in recent years. These frameworks have paved the way for innovative applications in filmmaking and the compilation of datasets for training robotics algorithms. While some existing models can create realistic or artistic images based on text descriptions, the development of AI
Japan’s antitrust watchdog recently released a statement pointing out that Google’s advertising search restrictions were negatively affecting Yahoo in Japan. This statement came after a study conducted by the Japan Fair Trade Commission, which revealed that Google’s practices were impeding fair competition in the advertising market. Google, in response, claimed to have cooperated fully with
The US House of Representatives recently approved a bill that would require the popular social media app TikTok to divest from its Chinese parent company ByteDance. The bill, passed with strong bipartisan support, aims to address concerns raised by US and Western officials regarding the app’s ties to Beijing. These officials believe that TikTok’s popularity
In a groundbreaking turn of events, Volkswagen workers in Tennessee have made history by voting to become a union shop. The election results, released on Friday, revealed a resounding 73 percent in favor of representation by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at the Chattanooga plant. This marks the first triumph for organized labor at a
As per a recent study led by the University of Michigan, the future value of residential rooftop solar panels in the United States is expected to rise by up to 19% by the end of the century. The study emphasizes the importance of considering the value of solar installations, taking into account factors such as
Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have become an integral part of our daily lives, powering a wide range of devices from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, as consumer demands for higher energy density, longer cycling life, and faster-charging capability continue to grow, the need for advanced battery technology becomes increasingly apparent. One of the key components of
Traditional wheeled robots have shown promise in navigating various environments, but their inability to reliably overcome steps has hindered their real-world applications. This limitation poses a significant risk of getting stuck during missions, which can ultimately lead to failure. Researchers at Kyushu Institute of Technology have recognized this challenge and have developed a solution that
Recently, Meta’s oversight board announced that they are closely examining the deepfake porn policies of the social media giant. This scrutiny comes in the wake of two specific cases involving the sharing of explicit AI-generated images on Instagram and Facebook. The board, often referred to as Meta’s “supreme court” for content moderation disputes, aims to