Peer into the eyes of Cyberdog
When someone mentioned to me that Xiaomi was launching its own “robot dog,” my mind immediately went to Sony’s Aibo. And honestly, it would have been difficult to be more wrong. Now that the news has been out for a few days, the company’s hea.....»»
E-commerce marketing startup Yotpo raises $230M at a $1.4B valuation
Barely more than seven months after its most recent funding announcement, Yotpo is revealing that it has raised another $230 million in a Series F round that values the company at $1.4 billion (post-money). “Our round, in my eyes, it’s all about.....»»
New study reveals habitat that could increase jaguar numbers
This week, a new, peer-reviewed scientific study finds that there is far more potential jaguar habitat in the U.S. than was previously thought. Scientists identified an area of more than 20 million acres that could support jaguars in the U.S., 27 tim.....»»
Protecting the ocean delivers a comprehensive solution for climate, fishing and biodiversity
A new study published in the prestigious peer-reviewed scientific journal Nature today offers a combined solution to several of humanity's most pressing challenges. It is the most comprehensive assessment to date of where strict ocean protection can.....»»
VW eyes global EV lead by 2025 in platform push
The automaker's electric platform approach aims to raise efficiencies when deploying software, battery and charging technologies......»»
Testing of primary school pupils promotes culture of division, say experts
A fear of poor SATs results is driving headteachers to separate pupils by ability despite the impact on children's self-esteem and confidence, according to a study by researchers from UCL published in the peer-reviewed British Journal of Sociology of.....»»
Russia deploys giant space telescope in Lake Baikal
Russian scientists on Saturday launched one of the world's biggest underwater space telescopes to peer deep into the universe from the pristine waters of Lake Baikal......»»
The googly eyes of the mantis shrimp inspire new optical sensors
Small enough to fit on a smartphone, capable of hyperspectral and polarimetric imaging. Enlarge / Scientists have developed a new type of light sensor inspired by the eyes of the mantis shrimp. (credit: Brent Durand/Getty Images) Smartphone ca.....»»
Facebook’s new AI teaches itself to see with less human help
This new approach eliminates the need for picture labeling. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Most artificial intelligence is still built on a foundation of human toil. Peer inside an AI algorithm and you’ll find something constructed using dat.....»»
China"s "Sharp Eyes" Program Aims To Surveil 100% of Public Space
schwit1 shares a report: One of China's largest and most pervasive surveillance networks got its start in a small county about seven hours north of Shanghai. In 2013, the local government in Pingyi County began installing tens of thousands of securit.....»»
Roundworms "read" wavelengths in the environment to avoid dangerous bacteria that secrete colorful toxins
Roundworms don't have eyes or the light-absorbing molecules required to see. Yet, new research shows they can somehow sense color. The study, published in the journal Science, suggests worms use this ability to assess the risk of feasting on potentia.....»»
GM mulling second U.S. battery plant, eyes Tenn., report says
GM is looking to build a second battery factory in the U.S. with South Korean joint venture partner LG Chem, The Wall Street Journal reported......»»
How to secure your Wi-Fi network
It's more important than ever to keep your work and home networks safe from prying eyes. We'll show you how to secure your Wi-Fi network so you can rest easy......»»
Identiq, a privacy-friendly fraud prevention startup, secures $47M at Series A
Israeli fraud prevention startup Identiq has raised $47 million at Series A as the company eyes international growth, driven in large part by the spike in online spending during the pandemic. The round was led by Insight Partners and Entrée Capital,.....»»
Cornea eyes in on fighting wildfires using better data
Cornea eyes in on fighting wildfires using better data.....»»
Ecology literature dominated by men in a handful of countries
Publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals is crucial for the development of a researcher's career. The scientists that publish the most often in the most prestigious journals generally acquire greater renown, as well as higher responsibilities......»»
Smartphones could help to prevent glaucoma blindness
Smartphones could be used to scan people's eyes for early-warning signs of glaucoma - helping to prevent severe ocular diseases and blindness, a new study reveals......»»
MyHeritage"s Deep Nostalgia service brings old photos to life
Called "Deep Nostalgia," the service allows users to upload an image of a person or people so they can be brought to life using AI licensed from Israeli firm D-ID. Their heads swivel, eyes move and blink, and they even smile as if they're posing for.....»»
Perseverance’s eyes see a different Mars
The Red Planet’s red looks different to a robot with hyperspectral cameras for eyes. Enlarge / Perseverance's two Mastcam-Z imagers (in the gray boxes) are part of the rover's remote sensing mast. (credit: NASA) The seven minutes of terror.....»»
Stanford Researchers Identify Four Causes For "Zoom Fatigue" and Their Simple Fixes
In the first peer-reviewed article that systematically deconstructs Zoom fatigue from a psychological perspective, published in the journal Technology, Mind and Behavior on Feb. 23, Professor Jeremy Bailenson, founding director of the Stanford Virtua.....»»
Scientists use Doppler to peer inside cells
Doppler radar improves lives by peeking inside air masses to predict the weather. A Purdue University team is using similar technology to look inside living cells, introducing a method to detect pathogens and treat infections in ways that scientists.....»»