Technology

Robots are becoming more integrated into human society, with applications ranging from medical settings to retail environments. However, the question of whether robots should be allowed to deceive humans raises important ethical considerations. A study conducted by Andres Rosero and his team at George Mason University delved into this issue by presenting participants with various

Cathay Pacific recently faced a crisis that led to the grounding of 48 planes for checks due to defective engine fuel lines on its Airbus A350 planes. This forced the cancellation of dozens of flights, mainly regional routes including connections to cities such as Singapore, Taipei, Tokyo, and Bangkok. The issue was discovered after a

Former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn is scheduled to go on trial for his alleged involvement in the infamous “dieselgate” scandal. This scandal rocked the automotive industry, leading to one of the biggest post-war industrial scandals in Germany. The scandal erupted in 2015 when Volkswagen admitted to installing software in their vehicles to manipulate emissions levels,

Wind turbine manufacturers are faced with the challenge of connecting new turbines to public power grids while ensuring grid stability is not compromised. Compliance with technical guidelines and certification procedures is essential to validate the performance of wind turbines and support the transition to renewable energy sources. The Mobil-Grid-CoP project, conducted by researchers at the

In the world of computer science, bipartite matching is considered one of the most famous and challenging problems to solve. From pairing organ donors with transplant candidates to connecting advertisers with ad slots, the task of optimizing matches is crucial in various fields. This article will delve into how Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Associate Professor

The COOLBat joint research project is paving the way for next-generation battery enclosures in electric vehicles. By collaborating with various research partners, the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU is aiming to revolutionize the way battery systems are designed and manufactured. The key objectives of the project include reducing weight, increasing range,

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a crucial technology for the development of self-driving vehicles. These AI systems are responsible for various tasks such as decision-making, predictive modeling, sensing, and more. However, recent research conducted at the University at Buffalo has raised concerns about the vulnerability of AI systems in autonomous vehicles. The study suggests that

Google’s evolution from a user-centric search engine to a profit-driven advertising platform has raised concerns among critics. The company’s founders, Sergey Brin and Larry Page, expressed apprehensions about the divergence of goals between online advertising and useful search results as early as 1998. Fast forward to today, and Google stands accused of prioritizing profits over

In a bustling cafe in Nairobi, Kenya, children are captivated by the futuristic sight of robots seamlessly delivering meals to customers. This innovative concept, known as the Robot Cafe, has quickly become a popular attraction in the city. With a growing tech industry in Nairobi, this cafe stands out as a symbol of the technological

One of the key challenges faced by companies utilizing generative AI tools is the lack of accountability within the models themselves. According to Microsoft vice president, Vik Singh, the missing element in current AI applications is the ability for models to recognize when they are unsure of a task and ask for assistance. This issue

The field of artificial intelligence is continuously evolving, with researchers at the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) making significant strides in understanding the challenges associated with deep learning models. In a recent study published in Nature, a team of researchers from Amii explored a vexing problem known as the “Loss of Plasticity in Deep Continual

Reasoning is a fundamental process that humans use to draw specific conclusions or solve problems. It can be classified into two main categories: deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning. Deductive reasoning involves starting from a general rule or premise and applying it to specific cases, while inductive reasoning involves generalizing based on specific observations. Recent research

The relationship between optical illusions and neural networks might not be immediately apparent, but recent research has uncovered a fascinating connection. Optical illusions have long puzzled scientists and psychologists, as they can deceive our minds into perceiving something that may not be real. These illusions offer insights into how our brains function and the limitations

Artificial intelligence researchers recently announced that they have taken action to remove over 2,000 web links suspected of containing child sexual abuse imagery from a dataset commonly used to train AI image-generator tools. The LAION research dataset, which has been utilized by leading AI image-makers like Stable Diffusion and Midjourney, was found to contain sexually

The University of Toronto conducted a study on the effects of using virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) on human perception and interaction with the real world. The findings of the study, published in Scientific Reports, revealed that participants exhibited altered movement patterns and errors in real-world tasks after using VR and AR technologies.