Articles tagged with Information Technology
The GDPR did not significantly affect EU and US news websites' ability to produce high-quality content, engage users, or receive traffic. Despite initial tracking reductions, EU sites stabilized at lower levels while using consent mechanisms, with no negative impact on visitor engagement.
A novel method combining biological experiments and information science techniques reveals cancer cells' preference for aerobic glycolysis despite sufficient oxygen availability. This research provides a powerful tool for identifying metabolic vulnerabilities in cancer cells, which could lead to more effective treatments.
Dr. Gerhard Andersson's pioneering work in internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy has produced over 200 controlled trials and transformed mental healthcare accessibility across continents.
Researchers developed a method to identify causal relationships between neurons solely based on spike train data, providing a new tool for understanding brain connectivity. The approach accurately detected bidirectional and unidirectional coupling between neurons, even in the presence of internal noise.
The £250 million investment will create an Advanced Marine Technology Hub at the University of Plymouth, leveraging its expertise in autonomous marine systems, maritime cyber security, and renewable energy. This initiative aims to boost the city's economy and enhance UK's national resilience.
Researchers directly observe 'Floquet effects' in graphene, paving the way for innovative technology. The study reveals that Floquet engineering works in many materials, enabling targeted control over electronic states.
The ITU Global Symposium for Regulators 2025 endorsed guidelines to build sustainable digital ecosystems for essential national services. The new guidelines outline key tools and frameworks to drive regulatory innovation and ensure prosperity for all.
Achieving universal, meaningful internet connectivity by 2030 would require a significant investment of $2.6-2.8 trillion at current prices. The report outlines the challenges, projected costs, and collaborative strategies needed to make sure everyone, everywhere, can use the Internet.
Researchers at Seoul National University of Science & Technology developed LWMalloc, a lightweight and high-performance dynamic memory allocator for resource-constrained environments. The new allocator outperforms ptmalloc by achieving up to 53% faster execution time and 23% lower memory usage.
A former diplomat warns that algorithms lack empathy and intuition, which are essential for successful negotiations. However, AI can streamline diplomacy and amplify human aspirations when used carefully. Diplomats need training in AI ethics and global cooperation to ensure equal access and deployment.
The University of Cincinnati has established the Center for Explainable, Ethical and Trustworthy AI (CEET) with a $498,430 federal grant. The center will explore AI explainability, ethics, and trustworthiness through research and public engagement initiatives.
The 34th International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence (IJCAI) will take place in Montreal, Canada, from August 16 to 22, 2025. The conference aims to showcase the frontiers of artificial intelligence research and applications, with a focus on AI's impact on society.
Researchers found that siblings, friends, and extended family play crucial roles in helping parents keep their children safe on online gaming platforms like Roblox and Minecraft. Online safety risks include scams, anti-social behavior, and adult roleplays.
Researchers propose a quality management system for quantum technologies to ensure security, interoperability, transparency and accountability. International standards can facilitate cooperation among countries like China, the US, and Europe, creating trust in new technologies.
Researchers developed an open-source software tool, Phoenix, to simulate light behavior in quantum systems, solving wave equations in record time without high-performance computing expertise. The program is up to a thousand times faster and 99.8% more energy-efficient than conventional tools.
This book provides a beginner-friendly resource on the impact and evolution of decentralized networks, highlighting their applications in healthcare, supply chains, agriculture, climate monitoring, and education. The authors emphasize sustainability, data security, and ethical tech adoption.
The University of Phoenix has released a white paper on the future of IT careers, based on a 2025 survey of 1,000 IT professionals. The survey found that IT practitioners are optimistic about the future of their field, but also recognize the need to keep up with rapidly advancing technology and innovations like AI and quantum computing.
The team aims to deliver AI power directly to devices, improving resilience and speed in constrained environments. By processing data step-by-step across a network of devices, they can create a safe and adaptable system that can withstand attacks and extreme conditions.
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the Joint Research Centre (JRC) are conducting joint research on nuclear safety and security. The partnership aims to train young researchers and develop innovative tools for nuclear applications, with a focus on medical research, space travel, and decommissioning nuclear facilities.
A new poll suggests that older adults are divided on the use of artificial intelligence (AI), with some expressing curiosity and others skepticism. The study found that nearly all participants wanted clear labeling of AI-generated information, while also acknowledging its potential benefits for independent living. However, many express...
A new report from the University of Cambridge's Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy highlights the alarming trajectory of energy use by big tech companies, driven by AI growth. The report predicts that data centres could consume up to 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, far exceeding current emissions from air travel.
A recent study published in PLOS One found that emoji use in text messaging can enhance perceived responsiveness and lead to higher closeness and relationship satisfaction. The presence of emojis was more critical than their type, suggesting they serve as signals of attentiveness and emotional engagement.
A collaboration between Aston University and RAD Global developed pioneering cold storage boxes to keep food fresh without grid electricity. The RADiCool system extends the safe selling window for fish from 12 to 24 hours, reducing waste and improving livelihoods.
Researchers have engineered a new type of molecule that can store information at extremely low temperatures, potentially leading to ultra-high data densities and smaller storage devices. The discovery could enable the development of stamp-sized hard drives capable of storing 100 times more data than current technologies.
Researchers at KAIST have created a new Li-Fi platform that offers speeds up to 224 Gbps and enhances security through on-device encryption. The device uses eco-friendly quantum dots and demonstrates improved brightness and efficiency, opening up new possibilities for ultra-high-speed data communication.
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed an algorithm that enables smartwatches to more accurately monitor the calories burned by people with obesity during various physical activities. The technology bridges a critical gap in fitness technology, allowing for more accurate tracking and tailored interventions.
Researchers found that starter packs contributed to nearly 20% of all follow relationships on Bluesky and helped users receive up to 85% more followers. However, they also reinforced existing communities rather than creating new ones, raising concerns about deepening popularity inequalities.
A University of Cambridge report argues that menstrual tracking app data is a valuable resource for advertisers but poses significant privacy and safety risks to users. The report calls for better governance of the industry to protect user data and urges public health bodies to launch alternative apps.
Ari Pouttu succeeds Matti Latva-aho as Director of 6G Research at the University of Oulu. The university has unveiled its new 6G leadership and the tenth issue of 6G Waves magazine, highlighting research infrastructures' role in international collaboration.
Researchers at Rice University confirm a decade-old prediction of boron atoms sticking too tightly to copper, forming a new compound with distinct atomic structure. The discovery expands knowledge on 2D metal boride materials, which could inform future studies in electronics and energy applications.
University of Missouri researchers create digital sentiment map using AI to analyze public Instagram posts, linking emotional tone to real-life features. The tool aims to improve city services, identify areas of concern, and inform emergency response decisions.
A new method combines zero-knowledge proofs with a hexagonal spatial index to provide verifiable location data while maintaining privacy. The approach uses standardized floating-point numbers and can be computed in under a second, enabling practical applications such as proximity testing.
Researchers from SWPS University developed a virtual nurse, FLORA, to persuade people to get vaccinated. Studies show that conversations with FLORA significantly increase willingness to vaccinate, even in low-risk groups. The approach can combat misinformation and conspiracy theories, promoting public health.
A consortium of Finnish companies, including Nokia and Bittium, has launched the RF ECO3 project to accelerate 6G development. The project aims to address challenges in radio frequency design and energy efficiency for ultra-fast communications and sensing capabilities.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo developed a framework to enable decentralized artificial intelligence-based building automation, allowing devices to cooperate directly without central servers. The system learns user preferences over time, adjusting automatically, and provides fine-grained control without programming.
The FAU Center of Excellence will focus on developing advanced algorithms, secure hardware solutions, and workforce development to address the strategic gap in electromagnetic spectrum management. This initiative aims to produce innovative technologies to protect and control critical communication channels in contested environments.
A team of researchers from Jinan University has developed a metasurface-based imaging technique that can precisely measure the intensity, phase, and polarization of arbitrary light field distributions in a single exposure. The system uses optimized metasurface structural parameters to diffract incident light fields into sub-images that...
A study by Cornell University finds that AI-based writing assistants can generate generic language that makes non-Western users write in a more American style, leading to cultural stereotyping and language homogenization. Indian participants showed a smaller productivity boost compared to their American counterparts.
The new Priority Program will focus on developing IT components utilizing altermagnetism, which combines the benefits of ferromagnets and antiferromagnets. Researchers aim to overcome current limitations and achieve a significant increase in efficiency and speed.
Researchers detect anomalous Hall effect in collinear antiferromagnets with non-Fermi liquid behavior, revealing a 'virtual magnetic field' that boosts the phenomenon. The findings open up new possibilities for information technologies and require further experimental confirmation.
Quantum Base, a Lancaster University spin-out, has successfully floated on the London Stock Exchange with a £4.8 million fundraising. The company aims to harness quantum technology to address real-world challenges through its patented Q-ID solution for anti-counterfeiting.
A recent study from UTSA researchers reveals that large language models (LLMs) can pose a serious threat to programmers who use them to help write code. The study found that up to 97% of software developers incorporate generative AI into their workflow, and 30% of code written today is AI-generated.
Researchers developed a new viscoelastic model of enzymes, elucidating the intertwined effects of elastic forces and friction forces on enzyme function. This breakthrough allows proteins to be perceived as soft robots or programmable active matter, revolutionizing our understanding of enzymatic catalysis.
A new spin-based chip has been developed, addressing hardware security issues in IoT devices by providing a strong, reliable, and reconfigurable physical unclonable function (PUF). The PUF achieves near-ideal randomness and reliability, resisting machine-learning attacks and side-channel analysis.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed an AI-powered ring that can track fingerspelling in American Sign Language (ASL) with high accuracy. The device, called SpellRing, uses micro-sonar technology to capture finger movements and predict ASL letters in real-time.
A new ontology for smart city infrastructure threats, cybercrime and digital investigation has been developed to assist digital forensic investigators. The ontology provides a consistent and structured representation of knowledge, allowing for increased efficiency and rapid remediation in future investigations.
Barto and Sutton introduced the main ideas, constructed mathematical foundations, and developed algorithms for reinforcement learning, a key approach for intelligent systems. Their work has been influential in AI research, with applications in areas like robotics, network optimization, and natural language processing.
Scientists at Tohoku University and collaborators have made a significant discovery about how magnetic twist induces one-way electric flow in a unique quantum material. By studying the material's electronic behavior, they found that the 'magnetic twist' directly triggers electronic band asymmetry, leading to nonreciprocal transport.
A mobile app developed by Tufts researchers and partnered with two Ghanaian hospitals helped patients with high blood pressure reduce their readings and improve their overall health. The app, called AHOMKA, allowed patients to track their blood pressure at home and share the data with their doctors remotely.
Researchers from Politecnico di Milano and Georgia Tech analyzed NASA's DART mission to asteroid Dimorphos, revealing a viable mechanism for ejecta evolution and understanding the impact of an asteroid's shape on deflection. The studies suggest that sending multiple smaller impactors can increase the asteroid push while reducing costs.
Researchers at New Jersey Institute of Technology are working on assistive technology that allows people with mild dementia to customize tools and objects to provide assistance. The project aims to explore the use of smart objects as assistive technologies to support individuals in their daily lives.
Researchers have created a novel self-healing electronic skin that repairs itself in seconds, surpassing existing technologies by up to 80%. This technology integrates artificial intelligence and offers real-time fatigue detection and muscle strength assessment with remarkable precision.
Researchers have developed a new form of QR code that can protect users from phishing attacks by signaling whether a link is safe or not. The SDMQR codes provide an added layer of security without interfering with existing functionality, allowing companies to replace traditional barcodes with more sophisticated QR codes.
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz are working on a subproject to investigate theoretical modeling and experimental realization of concepts for quantum repeaters. They aim to reduce transmission losses and generate high-quality quantum states to build secure quantum networks.
A new study found that fertility-tracking technology use increased in some US states after the Dobbs decision, with more women using apps for pregnancy prevention rather than planning. The study suggests a need for education on tech's reliability and implications for user data security.
Researchers develop a new framework called MSF-Net to improve WiFi-based human activity recognition, achieving high accuracy scores compared to state-of-the-art techniques. The technology has potential applications in smart homes, rehabilitation medicine, and care for the elderly.
Researchers at Incheon National University have developed a new AI-powered solution to improve high-speed users' connectivity in 5G and 6G networks. The method significantly reduces errors and improves data reliability by prioritizing key parameters such as angles and delays.
The University of Bath's new Institute for Digital Security and Behavior aims to put people at the heart of research into digital security and behavior. Researchers will study factors that make individuals, organizations, and societies safer and more secure.
Neuromorphic computing is poised to emerge into full-scale commercial use, driven by the need for energy-efficient solutions. The review article proposes strategies for building large-scale neuromorphic systems that can tackle complex real-world challenges.
The open-access book delves into the impact of AI and autonomous systems on human lives and ways of working, emphasizing their importance in prioritizing human well-being and creativity. Key learnings include the need for ethical design practices and considering AI as part of a larger system to enhance human experiences.