Energy & Green Tech
Researchers have demonstrated new wearable technologies that both generate electricity from human movement and improve the comfort of the technology for the people wearing them. The work stems from an advanced understanding ...
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Robotics
With a more efficient method for artificial pollination, farmers in the future could grow fruits and vegetables inside multilevel warehouses, boosting yields while mitigating some of agriculture's harmful impacts on the environment.
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Business
Mark Zuckerberg's recent decision to remove factcheckers from Meta's platforms—including Facebook, Instagram and Threads—has sparked heated debate. Critics argue it may undermine efforts to combat misinformation and maintain ...
Jan 15, 2025
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Electronics & Semiconductors
The United States unveiled further export controls Wednesday on advanced computing semiconductors, increasing due diligence requirements for businesses as it seeks to prevent diversion of tech to China despite existing restrictions.
Jan 15, 2025
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Business
Social media giant TikTok plans to completely shut down its operations in the United States this Sunday if a ban ordered by legislators goes through as planned, a report said.
Jan 15, 2025
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Automotive
U.S. automobile safety regulators are closing their preliminary investigation into General Motors' Cruise robotaxis without taking further action.
Jan 15, 2025
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Computer Sciences
A tool developed by Keele University researchers has been shown to help detect fake news with an impressive 99% level of accuracy, offering a vital resource in combating online misinformation.
Jan 15, 2025
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Internet
Meta's decision to change its content moderation policies by replacing centralized fact-checking teams with user-generated community labeling has stirred up a storm of reactions. But taken at face value, the changes raise ...
Jan 15, 2025
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Machine learning & AI
An AI model that can translate speech and text, including direct speech-to-speech translations, for up to 101 languages is described in Nature. The model, named SEAMLESSM4T, fills gaps in language coverage and outperforms ...
Jan 15, 2025
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Engineering
Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world. Made from cement, water, sand and gravel, this relatively cheap mixture can be shaped as needed and withstand high forces in compression. Yet it performs ...
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