Computers vs. TV: Which is less likely to promote dementia?
When it comes to health issues, not all forms of being sedentary are equal. Enlarge (credit: Dennis Fischer Photography) Standing desks—and even biking desks—are a response to a growing body of studies showing that a seden.....»»
Alibaba"s new CEO embraces AI and wants a younger management team
Alibaba Group will embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and promote younger people to senior management, its new CEO says, as the e-commerce and cloud giant tackles its most ambitious restructuring in its history......»»
A physics-based Ising solver based on standard CMOS technology
Quantum computers, systems that perform computations by exploiting quantum mechanics phenomena, could help to efficiently tackle several complex tasks, including so-called combinatorial optimization problems. These are problems that entail identifyin.....»»
Sonnet Solo2.5G Gigabit Ethernet Adapter adds wired networking to MacBooks
Sonnet's Solo2.5G is a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter that connects to USB-C, and is compact enough to be easily carried around with a MacBook Pro.Launched on Wednesday, the Sonnet Solo2.5G is a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet adapter for connecting computers tha.....»»
Machine learning contributes to better quantum error correction
Researchers from the RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing have used machine learning to perform error correction for quantum computers—a crucial step for making these devices practical—using an autonomous correction system that despite being approx.....»»
An artificial star for testing the optical performance of startrackers
Like mariners of old, spacecraft steer by the stars—using combinations of telescopes, cameras and computers called startrackers to recognize stellar constellations to calculate their own position in space......»»
Working towards better recommendations for how biodiversity may be leveraged to promote delivery of ecosystem services
Thousands of studies examine how plant diversity structures predator communities and shapes herbivore pressure. This body of evidence has led to at least 23 separate quantitative syntheses encompassing a wide range of approaches to understanding plan.....»»
Best Dell XPS deals: Save on Dell XPS 13, Dell XPS 15, and Dell XPS 17
We've rounded up the best Dell XPS deals on laptops and desktop computers that are available right now, so don't miss this opportunity to enjoy huge discounts......»»
Study proves the difficulty of simulating random quantum circuits for classical computers
Quantum computers, technologies that perform computations leveraging quantum mechanical phenomena, could eventually outperform classical computers on many complex computational and optimization problems. While some quantum computers have attained rem.....»»
Apple Card offering up to $200 Daily Cash to promote ‘Family’ feature
Apple Card users can now take advantage of a time-limited promotion that lets them earn up to $200 in Daily Cash rewards. This offer specifically targets Apple Card holders who have embraced the Apple Card Family feature. more….....»»
Apple launches new ‘Apps by Apple’ website, promoting its ‘powerful and intuitive apps’
Apple has quietly debuted an all-new “Apps by Apple” page on its website, designed to promote its own apps for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV. The company highlights key apps like Messages, Photos, Reminders, and more – including.....»»
Apple launches new ‘Apps by Apple’ website promoting its ‘powerful and intuitive apps’
Apple has quietly debuted an all-new “Apps by Apple” page on its website designed to promote its own apps for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV. The company highlights key apps like Messages, Photos, Reminders, and more – including.....»»
Antibiotics found to promote the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the gut
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria get extra nutrients and thrive when the drugs kill "good" bacteria in the gut. This is according to new research led by Imperial College London scientists, which could lead to better patient risk assessment and "microbio.....»»
A simpler way to connect quantum computers
Researchers have a new way to connect quantum devices over long distances, a necessary step toward allowing the technology to play a role in future communications systems......»»
The removal of Qakbot from infected computers is just the first step
The Qakbot botnet has been disrupted by an international law enforcement operation that culminated last weekend, when infected computers started getting untethered from it by specially crafted FBI software. Arranging a widespread Qakbot removal The Q.....»»
A new protocol to reliably demonstrate quantum computational advantage
Quantum computers, devices that perform computations by exploiting quantum mechanical phenomena, have the potential to outperform classical computers on some tasks and optimization problems. In recent years, research teams at both academic institutio.....»»
Qakbot botnet disrupted, malware removed from 700,000+ victim computers
The Qakbot botnet has been crippled by the US Department of Justice (DOJ): 52 of its servers have been seized and the popular malware loader has been removed from over 700,000 victim computers around the world. “To disrupt the botnet, the FBI w.....»»
Physicists develop series of quality control tests for quantum computers
Quantum technologies—and quantum computers in particular—have the potential to shape the development of technology in the future. Scientists believe that quantum computers will help them solve problems that even the fastest supercomputers are una.....»»
Early Labor Day deals knock up to $1,600 off Macs, Apple Studio Display at B&H Photo
B&H Photo is your go-to destination for massive discounts on Apple computers, and this week doesn't disappoint. The photo giant slashed prices on popular models of MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and even Mac mini.Save big on high-performance Macs at B&H......»»
A new analytical framework assesses the risk of invasive golden mussels in water diversion projects
Water diversion projects, though meant to correct unequal water distribution, unintentionally promote the growth of invasive aquatic species like the golden mussel. This fast-reproducing, substrate-clinging mussel causes biofouling, damaging structur.....»»
Advances in quantum emitters mark progress toward a quantum internet
The prospect of a quantum internet, connecting quantum computers and capable of highly secure data transmission, is enticing, but making it poses a formidable challenge. Transporting quantum information requires working with individual photons rather.....»»