Electronic engineers have been pushing the boundaries of transistor design in recent years, with a focus on creating smaller and more efficient transistors. Traditional silicon-based field effect transistors (FETs) have limitations when it comes to scaling down to smaller sizes. This has led to the exploration of alternative designs using materials such as Transition Metal
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OpenAI recently introduced GPT-4o, a new version of its artificial intelligence system powering the ChatGPT chatbot. This updated AI system is designed to engage in voice conversations with users in near real-time, showcasing a human-like personality and behavior. While the emphasis on personality and engagement is meant to enhance user experiences, it also raises significant
Sophie Rollet, a former childcare worker from France, embarked on a tireless battle against US auto equipment group Goodyear after the tragic death of her husband, Jean-Paul, in a collision linked to the company’s tires. For over a decade, Rollet dedicated herself to investigating the incidents and holding Goodyear accountable for the faulty tires that
The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence have led to a growing concern about the potential biases present in AI systems. With AI playing an increasingly pivotal role in decision-making processes in various industries such as healthcare, finance, and law, the question of whether these systems can be re-educated to mitigate biases has become a pressing
The recent rejection of the union drive at Mercedes-Benz’s Alabama facilities dealt a significant blow to the United Auto Workers’ efforts to organize in the American South. The preliminary results released by US authorities revealed that 56% of workers voted against unionization, marking a setback for the UAW’s ambitions in the region. Despite the UAW’s
Recently, music streaming platform Spotify has found itself in hot water after being sued in a US federal court for allegedly underpaying songwriters, composers, and publishers. The lawsuit, filed in New York by the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC), claims that Spotify reclassified its paid subscription services without warning, leading to a nearly 50 percent decrease
The development of optoelectronic devices has been revolutionized by the recent breakthrough in three-terminal diodes by researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC). Led by Prof. Haiding Sun, the team at the iGAN Laboratory has successfully designed a diode that can both emit and detect light, pushing the boundaries of traditional
The Bay Area’s tech industry has been on a rollercoaster ride in recent years, with repeated waves of layoffs causing turmoil among major companies like Tesla. However, there are now indications that the sector is starting to stabilize. While job losses are still a concern, the overall severity of cutbacks has lessened. According to a
The current methods of building design are centered around enhancing the connectivity among various components of a structure. This connectivity allows for the redistribution of loads in the event of component failure, preventing complete collapse after small initial failures. However, these methods can pose a risk of progressive collapse following large initial failures, as witnessed
Recent research from the University of Helsinki suggests that cinematography techniques can play a significant role in increasing user engagement with virtual environments. By implementing principles of composition and continuity commonly utilized in filmmaking, researchers were able to enhance the aesthetic appeal of virtual reality experiences. This new approach involves repositioning and reorientating the user’s