In the ever-evolving world of technology, Ph.D. candidate Casper Gyurik is exploring the intersection of quantum computing and machine learning. While quantum computing is a groundbreaking new technique that harnesses the properties of quantum physics, machine learning is a form of artificial intelligence that allows computers to learn on their own. Gyurik’s research aims to
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President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea recently announced plans for the country to invest nearly $7 billion in artificial intelligence by 2027. This significant investment is aimed at positioning South Korea as a leading player in cutting-edge semiconductor technology. With giants like Samsung and SK Hynix already dominating the memory chip market, including high-bandwidth
A Supreme Court judge in Brazil recently ordered an investigation into Elon Musk after the entrepreneur criticized the magistrate and accused him of censorship for blocking social media accounts suspected of spreading disinformation. Judge Alexandre de Moraes accused Musk of “criminal instrumentalization” of the platform and warned that there would be consequences if Musk disobeyed
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and climate change has been a topic of increasing importance in recent years. While AI has been portrayed as a contributor to environmental issues due to its high energy consumption and carbon footprint, the reality is more complex. AI also has the potential to be a valuable tool in
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has made a bold move by asking a federal judge to dismiss a case brought against them by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This case could potentially lead to Meta being forced to sell off Instagram and WhatsApp, two of their most significant acquisitions. The lawsuit, filed in December
Robotic systems have proven to be highly beneficial in various indoor settings, assisting with manual tasks and providing information to users. However, when it comes to outdoor environments that are unknown and unmapped, the challenges faced by robots increase significantly. Obstacles that can occlude sensors pose a risk of collisions, making it difficult for robots
In a breakthrough development, a team of Korean researchers at the KAIST School of Electrical Engineering have introduced a new memory device that has the potential to revolutionize the landscape of artificial intelligence hardware. This innovative phase change memory device boasts ultra-low-power consumption and low processing costs, making it a promising candidate to replace existing
Tesla, the leading electric vehicle manufacturer, reported a significant drop in first-quarter auto sales. The company recorded 386,810 global deliveries, marking an 8.5 percent decline compared to the previous period. One of the primary factors behind this decrease is the subdued demand for electric vehicles, especially in markets like China where Tesla faces tough competition
In a groundbreaking development, a team of engineers at The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology’s ICFO–Institut de Ciències Fotòniques has unveiled a nearly transparent camera designed for eye tracking applications. The camera, described in a recent paper published on the arXiv preprint server, promises to overcome the longstanding challenge of obstructing the user’s view
In the pursuit of miniaturized optoelectronic devices, researchers have turned their attention to two-dimensional (2D) superconducting materials. These materials hold promise for creating smaller devices that perform efficiently while consuming less energy. One key requirement for these devices is a higher gate capacitance to store more electrical charge in relation to the voltage applied, without