A mock atomic waste drum on the property of a farmer who is a member of an anti-nuclear citizens’ initiative. An elevator rattles down about a kilometer (3,000 feet) below…
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Secure messaging through distributed messages
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Most internet communications today rely on the TLS (Transport Layer Security) protocol, which protects against eavesdropping on the network, but not against access by service providers…
Large-scale programmable logic array achieves complex computations
Large-scale optical programmable logic array for two-dimensional cellular automata. Credit: Wenkai Zhang Huazhong University of Science and Technology Researchers have long sought to harness the power of light for computing,…
Can you feel sorry for a robot? Research indicates you can
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A pitiful sound from tinny speakers, sad virtual eyes, trembling robot arms: It doesn’t take much to feel sorry for a robot. This is the conclusion…
Artistic-scientific project aims to explore potential of machines to express human-like emotions
Credit: AI-generated image In recent years, advancements in artificial intelligence have enabled intelligent machines to generate visual art, compose music, and create videos. They converse with us, help with homework,…
Ultra-thin film that absorbs nearly all electromagnetic waves could improve reliability of wireless communication
A conceptual diagram of the electromagnetic wave absorption and shielding material developed by the research team, along with the designed conductive pattern. Credit: Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) The…
When Human-AI Teams Thrive and When They Don’t
Summary: A new study reveals that while human-AI collaboration can be powerful, it depends on the task. Analysis of hundreds of studies found that AI outperformed human-AI teams in decision-making…
