The United Nations Human Rights Council has recently expressed the need for transparency and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). With the rise of generative AI content, authorities are grappling with the challenge of regulating chatbots and ensuring that AI technology does not pose a threat to humanity. In its first examination of AI development,
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Smartphone apps have become an essential tool for travel and navigation. However, many of these apps are inaccessible to people with disabilities who rely on public transit. Inclusive technology can play a crucial role in helping individuals with disabilities navigate transportation systems and access various services. This article explores the current state of accessibility in
A bill in California that aimed to compel tech giants like Facebook and Google to pay publishers for news content has been postponed until 2024. The California Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, sponsored by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, D-Oakland, proposed that digital advertising giants should pay news outlets a “journalism usage fee” whenever they sell advertising
A team of researchers from Skoltech has introduced a groundbreaking model aimed at enhancing the planning stage of oil well development. By comparing prospective wells with existing ones in the vicinity, this model can provide valuable data to predict the oil-producing properties of a well and improve drilling techniques. The study, published in IEEE Geoscience
Data tracking websites revealed on Monday that the Threads app, introduced by Instagram as a direct competitor to Twitter, has amassed a staggering 100 million users in under five days. This achievement shatters the previous record held by AI tool ChatGPT for the fastest-growing consumer app. ChatGPT required two months to reach the 100 million
Austria, known for drawing more than 60 percent of its electricity from renewable energy sources, is facing a significant challenge as climate change has impacted its water-dependent electricity production. With falling water levels resulting in a decrease in hydropower generation, the country had to import electricity for the first time in 2021. To tackle this
French companies are looking to employ wind technology, initially inspired by kitesurfing, to propel various types of water vessels, including yachts and cargo ships. This move comes as the shipping industry faces mounting pressure to decrease its reliance on fossil fuels, with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) recently finalizing a deal to raise emissions-reduction targets.
A groundbreaking event took place at a Geneva conference center on Friday, where a group of nine humanoid social robots were presented by a United Nations technology agency. This unique news conference, organized by the International Telecommunication Union, aimed to initiate a thought-provoking discussion about the future of artificial intelligence (AI). Seated alongside their creators,
In order to effectively combat pandemics like COVID-19, it is crucial to gather detailed information about infected individuals, including their age, gender, family composition, and medical history. However, this data is highly confidential and must be handled with utmost care. While patients may provide this information to medical institutions, the challenge lies in sharing it
A groundbreaking invention has been developed by a research team led by Prof. Kong Deyi from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of Chinese Academy of Sciences. This innovative product, known as the Automobile Brake Pedal Recorder, aims to tackle the growing concern of accidents caused by braking issues, particularly in electric vehicles. A Brake