Technology

The advancement of audio deepfake technology has led to a myriad of ethical considerations that need to be addressed. Speech not only reveals information about the content being spoken but also sensitive details such as age, gender, accent, and even hints at future health conditions. Researchers emphasize the importance of safeguarding against inadvertent disclosure of

Nvidia recently introduced its newest family of chips designed to power artificial intelligence, solidifying its position as a leading supplier in the AI industry. At a conference in California, CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the new chips, emphasizing the need for larger GPUs to meet the demands of the AI sector. This unveiling marks a significant

The construction industry is one of the biggest contributors to carbon dioxide emissions which leads to global warming and climate change. However, scientists have come up with a groundbreaking solution to make building materials more environmentally friendly by storing carbon dioxide in them. A recent study presented at the spring meeting of the American Chemical

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recently launched an investigation into a fatal crash in San Antonio, Texas, involving a Ford electric vehicle that was potentially using a partially automated driving system. The incident, which took place on Interstate 10, resulted in the tragic death of a 56-year-old driver of a Honda CR-V. The

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that US authorities are investigating Meta over its potential involvement in the illegal sale of medications. The investigation, led by prosecutors in Virginia, is centered around whether Meta’s social media platforms are being used to facilitate and profit from the sale of drugs. According to sources familiar with the

Voice disorders can be incredibly debilitating, making it difficult for individuals to communicate effectively. However, a recent breakthrough in bioelectric engineering may change that. A team of UCLA engineers has developed a soft, thin, stretchy device that can help people with dysfunctional vocal cords regain their ability to speak. This innovative device has the potential

Reddit recently disclosed that the Federal Trade Commission has launched an investigation into the platform’s activities related to the sale, licensing, or sharing of user-generated content with outside organizations for the purpose of training artificial intelligence models. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Reddit mentioned that it had received a letter from

US prosecutors have recommended a 40 to 50-year prison sentence for Sam Bankman-Fried, CEO of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange, following his conviction on charges of fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. This steep sentence is deemed necessary to reflect the severity of the crimes committed by the disgraced crypto mogul. In contrast, Bankman-Fried’s defense team has

Recently, Boeing issued a warning to airlines operating its 787 Dreamliner model to inspect certain switches in the cockpit. This decision came after a New Zealand-bound LATAM plane experienced a sudden drop mid-flight, causing injuries to dozens of passengers. The investigation into the incident, Flight LA800, is still ongoing, and Boeing has deferred to the

In a recent move by the Minneapolis City Council, a new ordinance was passed that requires ride-hailing companies like Lyft and Uber to pay their drivers the local minimum wage of $15.57 an hour. This decision comes after a long-standing battle between gig economy workers and tech giants over fair wages and worker rights. The

In the realm of flexible sensors, there has been a significant advancement in sensing capabilities over the last decade. However, one of the major challenges that researchers face is the complex deformation that arises from forces or strains acting in multiple directions simultaneously. This complexity makes it difficult to accurately measure the stimuli due to

A recent study published in the Journal of Remote Sensing has introduced a groundbreaking method for estimating both diffuse and direct solar radiation. Researchers have combined data augmentation techniques with the LightGBM machine learning model to revolutionize how solar radiation components are predicted. By utilizing sunshine duration data from a vast network of over 2,453

Vietnam’s ambitions to become a hub for semiconductor production are fueled by the desire to diversify its economy and attract foreign investors. The country, traditionally known for its low-cost manufacturing of textiles and furniture, is now setting its sights on climbing up the global supply chain. This shift in focus is a response to the

Australian computer scientist Craig Wright has long claimed to be the elusive creator of Bitcoin, known as Satoshi Nakamoto. However, a UK court ruled against him on Thursday, stating that Wright is not the author of the Bitcoin white paper or the person behind the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. The decision came after a lengthy trial

The recent proposed legislation that could potentially force TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner has sparked outrage among TikTok creators in the United States. The House of Representatives passed a bill over alleged links to the Communist Party in Beijing, leading creators to question the rationale behind such a drastic measure. TikTok creator Ariella