Technology

The recent decision by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) regarding Amazon’s treatment of delivery drivers has far-reaching implications for the e-commerce giant. The NLRB’s finding that workers at a company delivering packages for Amazon are considered employees of the company itself, rather than independent contractors, has significant consequences for Amazon’s labor practices. By rejecting

The Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory recently made groundbreaking discoveries related to the photoelectric effect, a phenomena theorized by Einstein over a century ago. The team of scientists at SLAC uncovered new information about electron-electron interactions, which are crucial in the development of technologies such as semiconductors and solar cells. These findings, published

The perception of Chinese cars in Latin America has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. Chilean truck driver Claudio Perez, initially skeptical of Chinese-made cars, took a leap of faith two years ago. His purchase not only met his expectations but exceeded them, leading him to become a loyal customer. This shift in consumer

Recently, US prosecutors have brought forward significant antitrust charges against RealPage, a property management software company, accusing them of using algorithms to facilitate collusion among landlords. This alleged anti-competitive behavior is said to have a detrimental impact on renters across various US markets. The Department of Justice, along with eight US states, has filed a

Lithium-ion batteries have become essential components in our everyday lives, powering everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, one major limitation of conventional lithium batteries is their performance in cold temperatures, where the storage capacity decreases significantly. The Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) has recently made a groundbreaking development in this area by creating

Self-driving vehicle networks that rely on collaboration and communication between vehicles and infrastructure pose a significant security risk, according to a recent study led by the University of Michigan. This network, known as vehicle-to-everything or V2X, has not yet fully hit the roads, but the technology is being developed and tested in many countries. The

AMD’s recent acquisition of server maker ZT Systems for $4.9 billion marks a significant move by the chipmaker to bolster its artificial intelligence capabilities. With the aim of rivaling tech giant Nvidia, AMD is looking to tap into the growing demand for AI technology in the market. The deal includes a contingent payment of up

In a recent ruling, a US judge declared Google as a monopoly, using its power to solidify its market position. This places the US regulator in alignment with the European Commission’s stance on tech giants like Google, Meta, and Amazon. The consensus among regulators is that these companies’ business models lead to monopolistic control over

Boeing’s newly appointed CEO, Kelly Ortberg, is making strides towards rebuilding the relationship with one of the key unions representing tens of thousands of its workers. Ortberg recently met with the presidents of IAM 751 & W24 for a productive conversation in Seattle, expressing his commitment to resetting the relationship and reaching a new labor

Lithium-metal batteries have long been hailed as the next breakthrough in battery technology due to their potential for significantly higher energy densities compared to lithium-ion batteries. However, these batteries come with their own set of challenges, particularly in terms of their short lifespan. Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China, along with

Robotic grippers have made significant advancements in recent years, with researchers focusing on developing grippers that can effectively manipulate different types of objects. While grippers inspired by human hands are typically more successful in handling complex object manipulation tasks, they often come with high degrees of freedom and complex mechanisms. This can make them costly

Cognitive flexibility is a trait that allows individuals to quickly shift between different thoughts and concepts. This ability is crucial for multitasking, learning new skills, and adapting to new situations. While humans possess this trait, artificial intelligence (AI) systems are still lacking in this area. The gap between human cognitive flexibility and AI capabilities has

The recent Meta security report reveals that Russia’s utilization of generative artificial intelligence in online deception campaigns has been largely unsuccessful. Despite the fears surrounding the potential misuse of AI in elections, the report suggests that these tactics have only resulted in minimal gains for bad actors. Meta’s ability to disrupt deceptive influence operations indicates

Recent research conducted by CSIRO has uncovered startling facts about the airtightness of new Australian homes. According to the study, homes built in the last four years are up to 50% more airtight than those tested in 2015. While this may seem like good news at first glance, the implications of increased air tightness go

The complex nature of identifying faulty turbines in a wind farm has long posed a challenge for engineers. The vast amount of signals and data points generated by hundreds of turbines makes it akin to finding a needle in a haystack. Traditional methods of using deep-learning models for anomaly detection in time-series data have proven