Researchers have accidentally discovered a simple, efficient artificial neuron and synapse within an ordinary CMOS transistor. This breakthrough could revolutionize AI computing by drastically reducing its massive energy consumption.
Scientists have unveiled a new family of superconductors in rhombohedral graphene that are significantly enhanced by magnetic fields and robust against strong external influences. This breakthrough holds immense promise for advancing quantum computing and other next-generation technologies.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in their cell-phone location information, requiring law enforcement to obtain a search warrant for geofence data. This landmark decision significantly limits how authorities can access historical location data from tech companies.
Darío Gil, Under-Secretary for Science at the US Department of Energy, is uniquely positioned to advance AI and quantum science initiatives, which are prioritized by the Trump administration despite broader cuts to federal science spending. He is tasked with translating ambitious political directives into tangible scientific progress, shaping America's technological future.
Researchers have developed a novel method to guide the AI-based AlphaFold with experimental data, overcoming its limitation of predicting only a single dominant protein conformation. This breakthrough promises more accurate predictive models for protein structures.
Europe's record-breaking heat wave is pushing power grids to their limits, forcing nuclear and other power plants to shut down or reduce output due to high water temperatures and equipment stress. The surge in cooling demand highlights the urgent need for climate adaptation in energy infrastructure.
Europe's electricity grid is under immense pressure due to a record heatwave and increased demand for cooling, while IBM has unveiled a breakthrough chip with 100 billion transistors, challenging the limits of Moore's Law.
Ford is re-hiring hundreds of veteran engineers, dubbed "gray beards," after its AI and automated quality control systems failed to meet expectations. This strategic move aims to blend human expertise with AI to enhance product quality and reduce costs.
China has once again claimed the title of the world's fastest supercomputer with its LineShine system, pushing the US-made El Capitan out of the top spot on the prestigious TOP500 ranking. This significant achievement comes despite stringent US trade restrictions aimed at limiting China's access to advanced computing components.
A groundbreaking study utilizing adenine base editing has revealed the essential role of the NANOG gene in human embryogenesis, specifically in the specification of pluripotent epiblast cells. This novel approach overcomes previous limitations of genome editing, offering a precise and safer method for understanding early human development.
The European Space Agency's Euclid space telescope has captured the most detailed visible-light image ever obtained of the Milky Way's galactic bulge, a mosaic of over 60 million stars. This data will be crucial for confirming exoplanets via microlensing and measuring their masses with unprecedented precision.
A new study reveals that human-driven climate change significantly intensified the retreat of Antarctica's Pine Island Glacier, a major contributor to global sea level rise, throughout the 20th century.
NASA is initiating a crucial $30 million robotic rescue mission to boost the aging Swift Observatory into a higher, more stable orbit, preventing its uncontrolled fall back to Earth. This pioneering effort could set a precedent for future satellite servicing, including potentially saving the iconic Hubble Space Telescope.
Hundreds of grant applications to the US National Institutes of Health are being held up by unprecedented scrutiny after peer review, with an algorithm flagging terms deemed not to conform with the Trump administration's priorities. This new political screening is delaying vital funds and even rejecting previously approved projects, raising concerns about the future of scientific research.
Prosecutors in the Palisades fire trial presented ChatGPT logs as evidence against arson suspect Jonathan Rinderknecht, but the jury remained unconvinced, leading to a mistrial. This case sparks debate on the admissibility and persuasive power of AI evidence in court.
As record-breaking heat waves sweep across Europe, scientists are urgently investigating their profound and often overlooked impacts on human cognition and mental health. Research reveals difficulties in focus, increased irritability, and alarming consequences for vulnerable populations.
China has once again claimed the top spot in global supercomputing with its new system, LineShine, surpassing the US-developed El Capitan and showcasing its indigenous technological prowess amidst intense geopolitical rivalry. This achievement underscores Beijing's ability to innovate despite stringent US export controls.
Scientists unequivocally state that human-caused climate change is responsible for the intensity of Europe's current record heatwave, which would have been virtually impossible 50 years ago. Europe is the fastest-warming continent, facing unprecedented temperatures and severe heat stress.
Apple is seeking an exception from the Trump administration to buy RAM chips from CXMT, a blacklisted Chinese company tied to the People's Liberation Army, to alleviate supply chain pressures and rising prices. This move, while legally permissible, carries significant reputational and political risks.
India's digital payment chief, Dilip Asbe, believes AI will be crucial for the next phase of digital payment growth, aiming for over a billion daily transactions on UPI. AI is expected to drive user acquisition, enhance fraud prevention, and facilitate credit distribution, while also improving onboarding with voice and multilingual solutions.
Researchers at Princeton have leveraged AI to design radio-frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) with unprecedented speed and efficiency, creating chips that outperform human-designed counterparts. This breakthrough promises to accelerate the development of next-generation wireless technologies like 6G and autonomous vehicles.
This week, LastPass users faced another data breach stemming from a third-party vendor, while global operations successfully dismantled major cybercriminal networks. The dual role of AI in both accelerating threats and enhancing defenses remains a central theme in the evolving security landscape.
University of Alberta researchers have developed D-GK17, a human-derived peptide that offers a promising alternative to antibiotics for treating antimicrobial-resistant infections. This peptide targets bacterial and fungal biofilms, proving stable and nontoxic in preclinical tests.
Paul Meade, Apple's VP for the Vision Pro headset and upcoming smart glasses, is reportedly leaving to join OpenAI's hardware team. This departure comes amidst an internal shake-up at Apple, potentially linked to John Ternus's elevation to CEO.
