AI system-on-chip runs on solar power
AI is used in an array of useful applications, such as predicting a machine's lifetime through its vibrations, monitoring the cardiac activity of patients and incorporating facial recognition capabilities into video surveillance systems. The downside is that AI-based technology generally requires a lot of power and, in most cases, must be permanently connected to the cloud, raising issues related to data protection, IT security and energy use.
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Dear enterprise IT: Cybercriminals use AI too
AI-powered cyber threats pose a major risk to enterprises, particularly those engaged in frequent communications susceptible to phishing.
Features of virtual agents affect how humans mimic their facial expressions
In recent years, computer scientists have developed a broad variety of virtual agents, artificial agents designed to interact with humans or assist them with various tasks. Some past findings suggest that the extent to which human users trust these agents often depends on how much they perceive them to be likable and pleasant.
A simple tool to enable remote neurological examinations
In the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, clinics and patients alike began canceling all non-urgent appointments and procedures in order to slow the spread of the coronavirus. A boom in telemedicine was borne out of necessity as healthcare workers, administrators, and scientists creatively advanced technologies to fill a void in care.
Microsoft outlines its plans to make hybrid meetings work better with new Teams features coming later this...
Microsoft and Google are vying in the race to make their office and collaboration apps ready for the new hybrid work future. Microsoft's focus is on Teams, Fluid Framework, a new digital whiteboard and more.
IonQ quantum computing systems available on Google Cloud
IonQ's quantum systems are now available on the big three hyperscale cloud providers.
Reintroduction of facial recognition legislation receives mixed responses
The reintroduction of the Facial Recognition and Biometric Technology Moratorium Act in the 117th Congress has received mixed responses.
Ageing process is irreversible, finds unprecedented study
Scientists find although longevity rises with medical advances, humans have not found way to slow rate of ageing
Mission critical: How to map a forest
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Baidu inks partnership to build 1,000 autonomous robotaxis
Chinese tech vendor expands its partnership with state-owned manufacturer BAIC Group to build 1,000 autonomous electric vehicles, for 480,000 yuan ($74,987) each, over the next three years.
Facebook AI software able to dig up origins of deepfake images
Facebook scientists on Wednesday said they developed artificial intelligence software to not only identify "deepfake" images but to figure out where they came from.
New Energy-Efficient AI System-on-Chip Runs on Solar Power
AI is used in an array of extremely useful applications, such as predicting a machine's lifetime through its vibrations, monitoring the cardiac activity of patients, and incorporating facial recognition capabilities into video surveillance systems. T
The Efforts to Make Text-Based AI Less Racist and Terrible
Language models like GPT-3 can write poetry, but they often amplify negative stereotypes. Researchers are trying different approaches to address the problem.
NSW government dedicates AU$28m to assist with bushfire technology research
As part of the 2021-22 NSW Budget, the state government said funding will be put towards research and commercialisation of new technologies to tackle future bushfires.
Tractable uses computer vision to accelerate insurance claims
Tractable's AI performs a real-time analysis that helps insurance companies quickly decide whether a car can be fixed.
Investments in ‘intangible assets’ like data and branding pay off, Mckinsey says
Investments in "intangible assets" like R&D, digital transformation, and employee training boost productivity and growth, study finds.
Facebook AI can now use just one word to mimic text style from images
Facebook has announced their new AI project TextStyleBrush, a software capable of copying the style of handwritten or printed text in an image using only one word. Users can utilize this model to alter and replace text in photos.