New Mexico sees TV tech as one fix to K-12 internet divide
Internet problems continue to slow down many students in the U.S. state of New Mexico, but a pilot project using TV signals to transmit computer files may help.
Nov 19, 2021
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Robotics
New microrobotic trajectory tracking method using broad learning system
The use of magnetic microrobots with miniature size and the ability of swimming in liquids with low Reynolds numbers is promising in targeted therapy, since these robots can move in narrow environments flexibly.
Nov 19, 2021
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Business
Microsoft reportedly evaluating relationship with Activision amid CEO turmoil
Microsoft is reportedly evaluating its relationship with video game publisher Activision Blizzard following allegations CEO Bobby Kotick knew for years about sexual misconduct claims at the company.
Nov 19, 2021
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Energy & Green Tech
First electric autonomous cargo ship launched in Norway
Zero emissions and, soon, zero crew: the world's first fully electric autonomous cargo vessel was unveiled in Norway, a small but promising step toward reducing the maritime industry's climate footprint.
Nov 19, 2021
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Internet
Spotify has added lyrics to all of its songs for all users
Getting tired of having to look up the lyrics of the 10-minute long "All Too Well (Taylor's Version)" and your other favorite songs on Spotify? Well, the music streaming platform announced that you no longer need to turn ...
Nov 19, 2021
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Music subscription service Tidal offers its first free tier
For the first time, you can join the music streaming service Tidal for free.
Nov 19, 2021
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Internet
World weighs laws to rein in mighty algorithms
From the YouTube videos we're recommended to deciding who gets a job, algorithms wield an ever-growing influence over our lives—and policy-makers worldwide want to rein them in.
Nov 19, 2021
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Business
Google reaches content deals with German publishers
Google said Friday it has signed agreements with several large German publishers to avoid copyright disputes over the use of their material.
Nov 19, 2021
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Engineering
Working to improve bicycle crossings at unsignalized intersections
An increasing trend in the number of bicycle crashes in the U.S since 2009 has been a major challenge to safety. A new PSU masters thesis in civil engineering offers insights: "Improving Bicycle Crossings at Unsignalized ...
Nov 19, 2021
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Engineering
Mapping where the wind blows in worker dormitories
In Singapore, one group affected by the pandemic early on were the foreign workers, especially during 2020's spike in COVID-19 cases in dormitories. While several factors have been cited as factors driving the spike, the ...
Nov 19, 2021
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