Bee honey could be the unlikely key to unlocking the next era of computing
Neoromorphic computing is one step closer to becoming reality with the creation of a memristor made from honey......»»
Performing complex-valued linear transformations using spatially incoherent diffractive optical networks
The bulk of the computing in state-of-the-art neural networks comprises linear operations, e.g., matrix-vector multiplications and convolutions. Linear operations can also play an important role in cryptography. While dedicated processors such as GPU.....»»
Unlocking GenAI’s full potential through work reinvention
To achieve the full potential of AI, organizations must reinvent work, reshape the workforce and prepare workers, according to Accenture. A new report from Accenture reveals an urgent need for business leaders to look beyond how generative AI affects.....»»
Unlocking the secrets of quasicrystal magnetism: Revealing a novel magnetic phase diagram
Quasicrystals are intermetallic materials that have garnered significant attention from researchers aiming to advance condensed matter physics understanding. Unlike normal crystals, in which atoms are arranged in an ordered repeating pattern, quasicr.....»»
"Magic trap" preserves quantum coherence in ultracold molecules longer than expected
Quantum technologies bring the promise of faster computing, enhanced drug development and new sensing applications. However, quantum behaviors are difficult to study experimentally since most systems can only sustain quantum effects for a short time......»»
Unlocking tree genetic diversity: Advanced hyperspectral phenotyping for enhanced Scots pine selection
Hyperspectral reflectance reveals critical leaf functional traits indicative of a plant's physiological status, providing a powerful tool for distinguishing seedlings adapted to specific environments......»»
As a recent Mac convert, here’s what has surprised me most
Transitioning from Windows and Android to all-Apple products has required some changes in my computing habits. But so far, those changes have been worth it......»»
Accenture and SandboxAQ offer protection against quantum-based decryption attacks
Accenture and SandboxAQ are partnering to deliver AI and quantum computing solutions to help organizations identify and remediate cybersecurity vulnerabilities. According to recent Accenture research, executives’ top concern for 2024 is the ability.....»»
What will Google’s Apple Vision Pro support look like?
Last week, Apple named some of the third-party apps that will be available for its spatial computing platform. No Google productivity or entertainment services were explicitly mentioned for Vision Pro. For the latter, we got “Disney+, Max, and othe.....»»
Google is facing a very expensive patent lawsuit
There are so many inventions around the world that it is inevitable that some might be quite similar to each other. A company by the name of Singular Computing seems to think that way about some of Google’s products and services. To that end, they.....»»
Security Bite: Is Apple Vision Pro a game changer or a potential privacy nightmare?
Apple’s first new flagship product in almost a decade is just around the corner, with pre-orders for Apple Vision Pro beginning next Friday. The company is promising a new spatial computing era, but is the mixed reality (XR) headset a game charger.....»»
Best USB-C and Thunderbolt docks that debuted at CES 2024
As a means to expand the utility of a Mac or MacBook Pro, docks often appear at CES as a great computing accessory. Here are some of the choice selections from CES 2024.J5create Thunderbolt 5 dockWhile Apple has taken steps to move away from its stan.....»»
Why I finally gave up and embraced Apple’s walled garden
Switching from Windows and Android to all Apple has dramatically changed my computing. Here's a quick overview of why the investment has been worth it so far......»»
Xreal Air 2 Ultra ‘Vision Pro competitor’ has been announced – at $699 [U: Hands-on video]
The first claimed Vision Pro competitor has been announced, in the form of the Xreal Air 2 Ultra. The device is powered by the shiny new spatial computing chip Qualcomm announced on Friday, and costs just a fifth of the price of Vision Pro. Update.....»»
VMware customers face uncertain future as Broadcom ends VMware partner programs
Only Broadcom's favorites will be able to sell VMware-related offerings. Enlarge (credit: Getty) VMware's new owner is ending the virtualization and cloud computing company's partner programs. It's unclear who or how ma.....»»
Quantum computing startup says it will beat IBM to error correction
Company builds on recent demonstration of error-tracking in similar hardware. Enlarge / The current generation of hardware, which will see rapid iteration over the next several years. (credit: QuEra) On Tuesday, the quan.....»»
Unlocking the secrets of strawberry aroma: The crucial role of FanCXE1 carboxylesterase in ester metabolism and ripening
Strawberries owe their distinctive flavor to a complex mixture of sugars, acids, and over 900 volatile compounds, primarily esters, which are produced and degraded by alcohol acyltransferases (AATs) and carboxylesterases (CXEs), respectively......»»
Unlocking Earth"s ammonia mysteries: China"s HIRAS/FY-3D satellite reveals first global map
Atmospheric ammonia (NH3) is a trace gas that causes environmental problems and harms human health. Chinese scientists have established a full-physical retrieval algorithm to derive the concentration of the atmospheric ammonia from the Hyperspectral.....»»
Researchers develop strategy for adding keystone species to collapsing ecosystems
There are very few animals as important to our world as honeybees. There is, of course, the delicious honey they produce, but they are also essential in maintaining food security and the biodiversity that is threatened by climate change and becoming.....»»
OWC"s ThunderBlade X8 SSD delivers unmatched performance for Apple Silicon
Other World Computing has announced the launch of the new ThunderBlade X8 solid-state drive with better RAID 5 performance and more capacity.OWC ThunderbladeThe device is touted as the fastest shuttle and edit RAID SSD, specifically engineered for cr.....»»
Xreal Air 2 Ultra ‘Vision Pro competitor’ has been announced – at $699
The first claimed Vision Pro competitor has been announced, in the form of the Xreal Air 2 Ultra. The device is powered by the shiny new spatial computing chip Qualcomm announced on Friday, and costs just a fifth of the price of Vision Pro – but.....»»