Technology

Cathay Pacific, a major operator of the Airbus A350 jetliner, announced that it will be resuming full operations by Saturday after facing issues with defective engine fuel lines. The Hong Kong-based airline had grounded 48 of its planes for checks after a Zurich-bound flight had to return to the city shortly after take-off. Replacement of

The long-awaited trial of former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn is finally set to commence on Tuesday in relation to the infamous “dieselgate” scandal. This scandal, which surfaced nine years ago, rocked the foundation of the German auto giant. Winterkorn faces a slew of charges, including fraud, for his alleged involvement in installing software to manipulate

The COOLBat joint research project aims to revolutionize the design of battery enclosures for electric vehicles. By partnering with researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU, the project seeks to develop next-generation battery enclosures that are not only lighter but also environmentally friendly. The goal is to reduce the carbon

The connection of wind turbines to public power grids poses a significant challenge for manufacturers. It is not just about testing the functionality of the turbines, but also ensuring that they comply with the specific electrical properties outlined in the connection rules. Dynamic events such as short circuits and frequency fluctuations must also be taken

When it comes to pairing drivers with riders in rideshare apps or organ donors with transplant candidates, the process involves a complex task known as bipartite matching. This problem, identified by Computer Scientist Saket Navlakha, is not only crucial in the field of computer science but also finds its roots in the wiring of the

The integration of artificial intelligence in self-driving vehicles has revolutionized the automotive industry. This technology is crucial for decision-making, predictive modeling, and sensing, among other tasks. However, recent research conducted at the University at Buffalo raises concerns about the vulnerability of these AI systems to potential attacks. The implications of these findings could have far-reaching

Google, the giant of internet search and digital advertising, originally laid out goals for online advertising that did not always align with useful internet search results. However, as revealed by recent developments, critics argue that the company has shifted away from catering to the needs of consumers. High-profile technology-industry critic Ed Zitron even went as

As technology continues to advance, the hospitality industry is not being left behind. One perfect example of this is the Robot Cafe in Nairobi, Kenya, which has introduced robots into its operations to enhance customer experience. This move has sparked curiosity and amazement among the locals, as they watch robots deliver food to diners alongside

In a groundbreaking study published in Nature, researchers from the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) have shed light on a critical issue in machine learning known as the “Loss of Plasticity in Deep Continual Learning.” This discovery has profound implications for the development of advanced artificial intelligence that can adapt and learn continuously in real-world

The use of generative AI tools in the corporate world is on the rise, promising to save companies time and money. However, despite the rapid deployment of these tools, there are significant challenges that need to be addressed. One of the main issues highlighted by Vik Singh, a Microsoft vice president, is the inability of

Reasoning is a fundamental process in human cognition that allows individuals to draw conclusions and solve problems based on available information. In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), researchers have long been interested in understanding how AI systems employ different forms of reasoning. In particular, deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning are two main categories of

Optical illusions have long fascinated researchers due to their ability to trick the human brain into perceiving things that may or may not be real. By studying optical illusions, scientists hope to gain insights into how our brains function and how they sometimes fail, such as in cases of dementia or during prolonged space flights.

Artificial intelligence has been at the forefront of innovation in recent years, with AI image-generator tools becoming increasingly popular. However, as these tools become more sophisticated, there is a growing concern about the use of AI to create harmful content, such as child sexual abuse imagery. Recently, researchers have taken steps to address this issue

Virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) technologies have gained popularity in various industries for training purposes. A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Toronto delved into how the use of VR and AR can change individuals’ perception and interaction with the real world. The findings shed light on the potential implications

A recent study conducted by a small team of AI researchers from esteemed institutions such as the Allen Institute for AI, Stanford University, and the University of Chicago uncovered a troubling reality – popular Language Models (LLMs) exhibit covert racism against individuals who speak African American English (AAE). The study, published in the renowned journal

Ethiopia recently announced that it has more than doubled its electricity production from the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile. With the addition of two new turbines, the dam is now generating 1,550 megawatts of electricity. This marks a significant milestone in the project, which has long been a source of tensions