Amazon recently announced that it is adding $1.4 billion to a fund aimed at preserving and building more affordable housing in regions where the company has major corporate offices. This new sum is in addition to the $2.2 billion already invested by Amazon to help create or preserve 21,000 affordable housing units in areas such
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In our quest to overcome obstacles, we often find ourselves entangled in intricate solutions. However, when we take a step back and analyze the core of the problem, we may discover that simplicity holds the key to success. This was exemplified by a research team at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) in their
Italy’s competition authority recently imposed a hefty fine of 3.5 million euros on Meta, the parent company of social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. The fine was a result of Meta’s failure to adhere to transparency standards in handling user data and managing account suspensions. The AGCM watchdog criticized Meta for its lack of
The recent research conducted by a team of nuclear scientists from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Nuclear Power Institute of China has unveiled a groundbreaking high-resolution neutronics model that has the potential to significantly improve the production of plutonium-238 (238Pu). This model has shown a remarkable increase in yield, close to 20% in high-flux reactors,
In a recent study conducted by researchers at University College London, the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) were put to the test in terms of rational reasoning. The study found that these advanced AI models, such as GPT-4, GPT-3.5, and Google Bard, exhibited a significant level of irrationality when faced with common reasoning tasks.
In the quest to reduce carbon emissions in Europe, renewable hydrogen has emerged as a key player. However, the method of sourcing and delivering this renewable energy source presents a complex set of challenges. A recent study by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) delves into the environmental impacts of different delivery methods for renewable hydrogen,
The aviation industry is experiencing a revolution with the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) into various aspects of its operations. Although airlines are not replacing pilots with AI anytime soon, industry experts believe that AI technology is already transforming the way airlines conduct business. Julie Pozzi, the head of data science and AI at Air
Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, recently shared his vision for the future of artificial intelligence during his keynote speech at Computex in Taipei. He emphasized the idea that the next industrial revolution has already begun, with AI playing a central role in shaping the future of technology. Companies and countries around the world are partnering with
Metal halide perovskites have been a topic of interest in the field of optoelectronics due to their remarkable properties. Among these materials, tin (Sn) halide perovskites have shown promise in the fabrication of p-type transistors with impressive hole mobilities exceeding 70 cm2 V-1 s-1. However, the development of n-type transistors using perovskite channels based on
In recent years, Japan has seen a surge in tourism, with more visitors flocking to the country than ever before. One of the country’s most private attractions, the high-tech toilet, has gained international attention and is now considered a must-have in luxury bathrooms worldwide. These bidet toilets, equipped with warm seats and precision spray technology,
Advancements in the field of robotics have paved the way for teams of robots to tackle more complex missions than ever before. The integration of reliable hardware and software for multi-robot applications has opened up new possibilities for research in this area. Research recently conducted at the University of Cambridge has introduced the Cambridge RoboMaster
The Geneva International Motor Show, with a history spanning over a century, has been a prominent event in the automotive industry since its inception in 1905. It attracted thousands of visitors in its early editions and reached its peak in 2005, with nearly 750,000 attendees. However, the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent years saw a significant
Chile’s state-owned copper giant Codelco has entered into an agreement with SQM to significantly increase the extraction of lithium. This partnership aims to capitalize on the growing demand for lithium, a crucial mineral in the transition to cleaner energy sources. With Codelco being a major player in the copper industry and SQM leading in lithium
The recent study published by researchers from Shanghai University introduces an innovative artificial intelligence framework called “Correction and Planning with Memory Integration” (CPMI). This framework, utilizing large language models (LLMs), aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of robots in executing complex, instruction-based tasks. Unlike traditional methods that relied on explicit programming and extensive data,
In 2021, the future of the electric grid faced a potential crisis with concerns arising about a slowdown in copper production, a critical component of power grids in Europe and around the world. Dr. Anders Wulff, an engineer with a keen understanding of the importance of copper in the electric grid, recognized the need for