Articles tagged with Internet
Researchers found that internet activity significantly influences Bitcoin's value, with correlations between price developments, new user growth, and online searches. The study also identified two positive feedback loops and a negative feedback loop, highlighting the complex dynamics of the Bitcoin economy.
University of Washington engineers have designed a new communication system that uses radio frequency signals as a power source and reuses existing Wi-Fi infrastructure to provide Internet connectivity. This technology, called Wi-Fi backscatter, enables battery-free devices to connect to the internet, overcoming a major hurdle in the w...
A 1996 research paper by Michael Pazzani and colleagues has been selected as the most influential from The Thirteenth National Conference on Artificial Intelligence. The paper introduced a system to personalize internet content based on user profiles, which has since become a common application of artificial intelligence.
Pregnant women are relying on internet search engines and social media for medical guidance, as they feel doctor's office literature is insufficient. The structure of prenatal care has changed little over the past century, leading to a disconnect between what healthcare providers offer and what patients want.
A survey of 973 women in the UK and Denmark found that while most are aware of egg freezing, only one in five consider it appropriate for their personal circumstances. The majority associate oocyte freezing with delaying childbearing until social and domestic circumstances improve.
A Cornell University study investigated food fears about ingredients such as HFCS, and found that people who avoid these ingredients are more likely to receive information from the internet. Providing consumers with historical context about an ingredient can help reduce ingredient fears.
A new generation of internet is being developed with improved security, greater mobility and other features, researchers say. The transition will be gradual and seamless, with small groups adopting new apps and software before the old Internet disappears.
Researchers at MIT have developed a 36-core chip featuring a 'network-on-chip' design that enables efficient communication between cores, solving cache coherence issues and improving performance. The chip's hierarchical priority system ensures chronological ordering of requests, while maintaining a balance of equal weight for all cores.
Researchers at Michigan State University found that non-academic Internet use in class leads to lower exam scores for all students, not just those with lower intellectual abilities. The study suggests that the engaging nature of internet use can be a significant distraction and negatively impact academic performance.
A recent study by University of Chicago Booth School of Business Professor Matthew Gentzkow challenges the notion that the internet is responsible for the decline of newspapers. The research highlights three false premises in assumptions about journalism and finds that online ad rates are often compared incorrectly.
Researchers found that adding evidence-based weight loss strategies to a statewide wellness campaign improves weight loss outcomes among participants, with the internet-based approach being the most cost-effective. The study involved 230 participants who received either the standard campaign or one of two evidence-based programs.
Researchers are expanding their Child Exploitation Network Extractor (CENE) web crawler to track online child exploitation networks globally. The updated system will enable location-based tracking of servers and domain owners, helping identify countries hosting CE content.
The Net Children Go Mobile Project found that 46% of children own a smartphone and 41% use it daily, leading to increased digital skills but also online risks such as cyberbullying and exposure to sexual content. However, mobile internet access does not create vulnerability, and younger users are more likely to be affected by these risks.
A recent study found that public interest in climate change has remained steady despite negative media reports and scandals, but is not stirred by positive science. The researchers suggest that climate scientists should re-examine how to engage the public more effectively.
The National Science Foundation has awarded $15 million to three multi-institutional projects to further develop, deploy and test future Internet architectures. The projects aim to enhance security, respond to emerging service challenges and enable the scalability of the information infrastructure.
Carnegie Mellon researchers will test the eXpressive Internet Architecture (XIA) in vehicular networks and for delivering online video. The deployment aims to eliminate bottlenecks in video transmission, which accounts for most internet traffic.
Successful physics startups often differ from internet startups in terms of risk-taking and market strategies. Funding is a major challenge for entrepreneurs, with venture capitalists becoming more risk-averse.
The paper proposes a formal passive testing approach to evaluate the conformance and performance of Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol (XMPP) in IoT environments. The approach uses Horn clauses to express properties checked on extracted protocol traces, enabling the testing of individual nodes in complex networks.
Research reveals that only 10% of online NSSI websites are endorsed by health institutions, with the majority spreading myths and inaccuracies. The study highlights the need for credible sites to be prioritized in search results and for users to be educated on how to evaluate e-health information.
A global approach is necessary to combat massive data breaches like the one that hit Target, a Michigan State University cyber security expert argues. The report found that many hackers operate in Russia or on websites where users communicate in Russian, making it harder for authorities to track them.
Internet Interventions, a new OA journal from Elsevier, publishes high-quality research on the application of information technology in mental and behavioral healthcare. The journal aims to fill the gap in dedicated peer-reviewed scientific journals for e-mental health research.
The 'tactile internet' aims to drive innovation in areas like medicine, transportation, and energy efficiency through the development of 5G networks. The initiative seeks to improve safety and security in public spaces and enhance mobility for people with disabilities.
A study found that consumers who feel powerful are more inclined to switch products or services. Brands can benefit by measuring consumer empowerment and diversifying their product lines. Empowering consumers through marketing campaigns can also lead to increased business.
The internet is now a routine feature of being ill, with people seeking reflections, insights, and practical advice from others. The study found that film, animations, sound, pictures, and personal experiences make health information more digestible.
Carnegie Mellon University's Paul Eiss explores the 'narcomedia,' digital messaging used by Mexican drug cartels and government forces, revealing a nuanced conflict with shades of gray. The use of narcomessages has increased violence, physical attacks on journalists, and censorship.
Researchers have developed a low-cost, battery-free gesture recognition system called AllSee, which uses existing TV signals as both power and detection means. The technology enables seamless interaction with electronic devices hidden from sight using simple hand movements.
Researchers found that individuals who feel connected to a group are more likely to donate, even if it's for a different group. The study suggests that nonprofits can improve fundraising efforts by targeting specific demographics and avoiding comparisons between donors and recipients.
A new study by Barrett Sullivan found that over 57% of websites carrying information on vertebroplasty provide 'unacceptable' content. Weighing the pros and cons is crucial for patients seeking treatment.
A law academic suggests surveillance minimisation as a way forward to rebuild public trust after revelations about personal data collection. The concept applies the principle of data minimisation to communications surveillance, targeting it rather than making it universal and warranting its use at data access points.
Researchers at MIT developed a new algorithm that can dramatically reduce the number of operations needed to solve the max-flow problem, making it possible to tackle even huge networks. The algorithm divides each graph into clusters of well-connected nodes and focuses on bottlenecks, allowing for efficient routing.
A six-year study by University of Warwick researchers found that companies mentioned more frequently in the Financial Times tend to have higher trading volumes and changes in stock prices. The study used daily print issues from 2007-2012 to analyze the relationship between financial news and market movements.
A texting service, txt4health, motivated people to change behavior and reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes, but less than half of enrollees stuck with the service. The program led to significant improvements in diet and physical activity habits among participants.
A team of four computer science professors is working on a project called imPACT to address essential properties for the Internet. They aim to find solutions for protecting users' privacy, ensuring accountability, and assessing trustworthiness of information and services.
A Northwestern University study found that individuals with high self-monitoring and diverse social networks are more likely to strongly experience face threats on Facebook. People who felt they had a high level of Facebook skills reported experiencing these kinds of threats less severely.
The Turkestan cockroach has become a dominant invasive species in urban areas of the southwestern United States, replacing the oriental cockroach. Its shorter developmental period and higher reproductive rate are key factors contributing to its success.
Researchers have developed a new recipe for growing graphene, using a thin film of copper with massive crystalline grains. The large grains enable the material to survive high temperatures needed for graphene growth.
A multi-university project aims to create inclusive user experiences on the internet, developing methods for software modification, authentication schemes, and crowdsourcing to increase accessibility for all. Researchers will explore ways to make web pages more accessible for people with disabilities.
A social media program by San Diego State University professor Ming-Hsiang Tsou analyzed tweets for keywords 'flu' and 'influenza' to identify outbreaks. The algorithm detected daily correlations between tweet patterns and regional reports, with five cities showing the strongest correlations.
The Georgia Tech Emerging Cyber Threats Report for 2014 highlights security issues with cloud storage and the Internet of Things. The report reveals encryption challenges and increased debate about tradeoffs between security, functionality, and efficiency in the cloud.
A paper proposes a novel understanding of brain architecture using a network representation of connections within the primate cortex. The researchers describe the cortex as a network of connections with a bow tie structure, characterized by a dense core connecting to feed-forward and feedback pathways. This arrangement is found in self...
Research from Oxford University found that internet forums provide emotional support for socially isolated young people, while also linking to an increased risk of self-harm and suicide. The review suggests clinical assessments should include questions about online content viewed.
The Pursuit Internet would enable users to obtain information without direct access to servers, making the internet faster, safer, and more controllable. Individual computers would copy and republish content, providing a peer-to-peer approach on an unprecedented scale.
A study of over 6,000 Swiss adolescents found that child sexual abuse via the internet is alarmingly widespread, with 28% of girls and 10% of boys experiencing it. The majority of victims were abused by juvenile perpetrators, and most did not disclose their experiences to authorities.
A recent study found that 30% of children admit to being cyberbullied, while only slightly higher than 10% of their parents reported being aware. Parents who use permissive parenting styles are more likely to be unaware of their child's online behavior.
A UMass Amherst researcher conducted the largest-ever scientific study on video ad effectiveness, analyzing over 257 million ads and 367 million videos. The study found that viewers who return to a site have higher completion rates for all ad categories, while ads inserted in long-form content are more likely to be watched to completion.
A USC study reveals Google has expanded its search infrastructure to serve clients from over 1400 locations worldwide, reducing warming up lag time and packet loss for faster searches. This shift allows Google to deliver content quickly while keeping operational costs low for ISPs.
A large cohort study found that older adults who used the internet consistently were more likely to engage in cancer-preventive behaviors such as colorectal screening and regular physical activity. Conversely, intermittent internet users had lower rates of these behaviors compared to never-users.
Researchers found 145 top websites use hidden scripts to extract user devices' fingerprints, evading cookie restrictions and ignoring Do Not Track headers. The study highlights secret tracking's widespread nature.
The University of Bristol and NICT successfully demonstrated a multicore fibre-based network, utilizing Space Division Multiplexing (SDM) and Software Defined Network (SDN) control. This breakthrough enables the efficient handling of emerging Internet applications such as global cloud computing.
Researchers at Tecnalia developed a new approach to improve web page search results by analyzing image content. The method relies on the subject matter of web pages inferred from images and analyzed by search engines to decide relevance.
A survey of 4200 students found that many children are bullied online, with few understanding internet safety. Parental involvement in monitoring internet activity is also low, exacerbating the issue.
A new $3.75 million project aims to teach computers to read and evaluate lengthy privacy policies using crowdsourcing, machine learning and natural language processing. The project will create user-friendly digests that highlight policy elements most relevant to users.
A study by Russell Spiker analyzed 23 YouTube videos with over 200 comments each, revealing three major themes: hostility, overt racism, and racial stereotyping. The analysis also found that claims of racism often initiated discussions but didn't characterize them. Hostility was frequent in racially-themed discussions.
A University of Oregon study reveals how librarians adapted to the Internet by redefining their occupational identity from expert knowledge to interpreting and connecting patrons with relevant information
A Northwestern University study found that young adults, particularly men and Hispanics, are less likely to manage their social media privacy settings as they seek a job or maintain employment. In contrast, women, whites, and those with higher Internet skills tend to actively manage their online profiles.
A recent global study found that community access to computer and Internet technology remains crucial for connecting people to information and skills in an increasingly digital world. The study highlights the benefits of public access venues for marginalized groups, including education, employment, and health outcomes.
Indiana University has received a $910,000 grant from the Defense Department to study critical security issues and vulnerabilities associated with software-defined networking. The team will analyze possible threats and develop solutions to improve network resilience and security.
Researchers have devised a new fiber optic technology that could ease Internet congestion and enable on-demand video streaming. The technology uses donut-shaped laser light beams called optical vortices to boost Internet bandwidth, promising terabit-per-second capacity transmission links.
A study found that state healthcare price websites have room for improvement to better inform patients about out-of-pocket costs. The researchers recommend focusing on predictable services with deductibles and presenting quality information alongside prices.
RA patients identified seven key categories essential for adopting and maintaining physical activity, including personal incentives, peer support, and professional coaching. The study aimed to develop an internet-based physical activity intervention that caters to these needs, promoting exercise habits among RA patients.