The development of electronic devices has been rapidly progressing, with a focus on creating smaller and more efficient devices. Two-dimensional (2D) semiconducting materials have emerged as a promising avenue for achieving this goal. These materials offer significant advantages over their traditional bulky counterparts, such as retaining carrier mobility even with reduced thickness. However, the application
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Google has recently implemented a restriction on third-party cookies for some users of its Chrome web browser, marking the beginning of its plan to eventually eliminate these files that have raised concerns over user privacy. This move is in line with Google’s announcement in 2020 to do away with cookies, however, the complete elimination of
In urban African communities, communication infrastructure has significantly improved, making it easier for people to share information quickly and efficiently. However, the same cannot be said for rural areas, where limited resources and a lack of investment opportunities have resulted in a significant digital divide. In these remote regions, where houses are kilometers apart, residents
The European Union is taking proactive measures to reduce its supply-chain vulnerabilities by exploring alternative sources of critical raw materials. Dr. Arne Petter Ratvik, a metals expert at SINTEF, an independent Norwegian research organization, believes that ordinary fertilizer production could be the solution. Ratvik led a research project called SecREEts, which received EU funding to
The recent publication in the Journal of the American Chemical Society by a research team led by Prof. Yao Hongbin offers valuable insights into the development of amorphous tantalum chloride solid electrolytes (SEs) and their potential applications in all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs). This article examines the research findings and explores the significance of amorphous SEs
The Chinese internet giant Baidu recently made headlines with its announcement that it would be scrapping its plans to acquire the livestreaming platform YY Live. This multi-billion-dollar deal would have catapulted Baidu into the live streaming market and diversified its revenue stream. However, the company cited government approval as one of the main roadblocks to
Boeing has recently requested airlines to conduct inspections on its 737 Max jets due to a potential loose bolt in the rudder control system. This article explores the significance of these inspections and the proactive measures taken by Boeing to ensure the safety of their aircraft. Upon discovering an undelivered aircraft with an improperly tightened
Artificial intelligence (AI) has gained significant attention as a potential solution to complex modeling problems, particularly in the field of investment banking. One area where AI has been extensively explored is the management of risks associated with derivative contracts. While there have been positive reports on the effectiveness of AI in this domain, concerns regarding
Smart devices have become an integral part of our lives, offering a wide range of functionalities such as voice commands, health monitoring, language translation, and communication. However, taking these capabilities to the next level has been hindered by memory limitations. Apple researchers have recently shared an innovative method to overcome this challenge, enabling smart devices
Large language models (LLMs) have gained significant popularity in the field of natural language processing (NLP) due to their ability to generate realistic and comprehensive responses to human prompts. With the release of Open AI’s ChatGPT platform, the use of LLMs has become even more widespread, enabling the rapid generation of convincing written texts and
As we embark on our summer holiday road trips, it is hard to miss the peculiar sight of a white or yellow box on the side of the road. These mobile road safety cameras, with their cameras protruding overhead and road safety slogans, have become a common sight in many countries. They serve the purpose
The automotive industry is no stranger to scandals and controversies. This time, it is Daihatsu, a subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corp., that has come under scrutiny for its improper safety testing procedures. The repercussions of this scandal are not limited to just Daihatsu, but also extend to its employees and the local economies where its
Every year, the joint US-Canadian military monitoring agency, NORAD, continues its decades-long Christmas tradition of tracking Santa Claus’s whereabouts. This heartwarming initiative aims to help children around the globe find out when Santa’s reindeer-powered, present-filled sleigh is coming to town. The NORAD Santa tracker dates back to 1955 when a Colorado newspaper advertisement misdirected children
NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia has recently achieved a significant breakthrough in the development of self-flying capabilities for air taxis. Researchers successfully conducted tests where multiple drones autonomously flew beyond visual line of sight without the need for a human pilot. This milestone accomplishment opens up new possibilities for the future of autonomous
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a rapid proliferator in our digital world. As it evolves and advances, AI methods are now capable of studying an artist’s work and replicating their unique style. This disruptive power has left artists feeling threatened and undervalued, as their creations are copied and distributed without their consent or compensation. However,