In a groundbreaking development, a team of engineers at UCLA have devised a revolutionary bioelectric system aimed at assisting individuals with voice disorders in regaining their ability to speak. This innovative device, measuring just over 1 square inch, has the potential to transform the lives of those with dysfunctional vocal cords, enabling them to communicate
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Flying has become a common mode of transportation for millions of people around the world. However, the recent incident involving a New Zealand-bound LATAM plane has once again highlighted the critical importance of proper aircraft maintenance. Boeing’s warning to airlines flying its 787 Dreamliner model to inspect certain switches in the cockpit serves as a
In a shocking turn of events, Sam Bankman-Fried, once hailed as a brilliant young entrepreneur, is now facing the possibility of spending the next 40 to 50 years behind bars. The disgraced founder and CEO of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange platform has been found guilty of a staggering array of crimes, including fraud, conspiracy, and
The recent decision by the Minneapolis City Council to implement a new ordinance requiring ride-hailing companies like Lyft and Uber to pay drivers at least $15.57 an hour has triggered a wave of repercussions. This move, hailed as a victory for workers’ rights by supporters, has led both Lyft and Uber to announce the suspension
Reddit has recently come under scrutiny by the Federal Trade Commission for its practices regarding the sale, licensing, or sharing of users’ posts and content with outside organizations for the purpose of training artificial intelligence models. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Reddit disclosed that it had received a letter from the
In a recent study published in the Journal of Remote Sensing in February 2024, researchers have pushed the boundaries of solar radiation estimation by combining data augmentation techniques with the LightGBM machine learning model. This innovative approach has enabled the accurate estimation of both diffuse and direct solar radiation by leveraging sunshine duration data from
Flexible sensors have undergone significant advancements in recent years, offering a wide range of sensing capabilities. However, measuring complex deformations resulting from forces or strains from multiple axes poses a significant challenge. The lack of independent perception of multi-axial stimuli due to the Poisson’s effect of sensing materials hinders accurate measurement of biaxial stimuli. Researchers
Vietnam, traditionally known for its low-cost manufacturing of clothes and shoes, is now looking to climb up the global supply chain by focusing on semiconductor production. With companies like Nvidia, Intel, Amkor, and Hana Micron already setting up factories in the country, Vietnam’s government has ambitious plans to grow the semiconductor market to reach $7
In a recent ruling by a UK court, Australian computer scientist Craig Wright has been declared not to be the mysterious figure known as Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of the groundbreaking cryptocurrency bitcoin. This decision comes after a lengthy trial in London’s High Court, where the Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) took legal action against
The recent proposed legislation that could potentially force TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner or face a ban in the United States has sparked outrage among TikTok creators. This legislation has been described as defying common sense and financial wisdom by those who have built their platforms and followers on the app. TikTok, a
The UK’s Conservative government, led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, recently announced plans to build new gas-fired power stations in an effort to boost energy security. This decision has sparked a debate over the country’s climate policies, especially as the government aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The move to construct gas
The harrowing experience of passengers on board LATAM flight LA800 from Sydney to Auckland has left twelve individuals hospitalized, with at least one in serious condition. According to reports, a technical problem caused the Boeing aircraft to dip violently over the Tasman Sea, leading to chaos inside the cabin. Witnesses described how the plane suddenly
While Bitcoin has been stealing the spotlight with its record-breaking highs, Ethereum has been quietly making its own climb to the top. Launched in 2015, Ethereum, or Ether as it is sometimes referred to, is now the second-largest digital currency in terms of total value, estimated at over $460 billion. This meteoric rise has been
The rise of remote work in the United States has led to a significant shift in work patterns, resulting in many office buildings sitting empty. This has caused a cause for concern among property owners, as the value of these buildings falls and they risk facing losses on property loans. According to US Federal Reserve
The chemical industry, known for its heavy reliance on oil as a base material, is beginning to explore alternative sources in an effort to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. One such innovative project is underway at Covestro, a leading German chemical group, where the production of aniline, a key chemical used in foam