Communications of the ACM
EU Integrating Quantum Accelerators into HPC Datacenters
The European Union is working hard to keep pace with quantum computing efforts worldwide.
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The Rise of A.I. Fighter Pilots
Artificial intelligence is being taught to fly warplanes. Can the technology be trusted?
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UTSA Researchers Help Protect EV Charging Stations from Cyberattacks
Researchers have found that electrical vehicle charging stations and their Internet-based management systems are vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks.
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Microsoft Warns of Destructive Cyberattack on Ukrainian Computer Networks
The malware was revealed as Russian troops remained massed at the Ukrainian border, and after Ukrainian government agencies had their websites defaced.
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New Windows Server Updates Cause DC Boot Loops, Break Hyper-V
The updates cause Windows domain controllers enter a boot loop, with servers getting into an endless cycle of Windows starting and then rebooting after a few minutes...
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Algorithm Helps Robots Avoid Obstacles in Their Path
An algorithm developed by researchers at the University of South Australia aims to help robots avoid humans and other obstacles in their path.
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Top Programming Languages: Coding Favorite Tops List Again
Python has topped software testing outfit Tiobe's programming language list for the second year in a row, as it was awarded the title of programming language of...
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AI Powers Autonomous Materials Discovery
Cornell University researchers have developed an artificial intelligence tool that aims to speed up the process of materials discovery.
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Walk-Through Metal Detectors Can Be Hacked, Research Finds
Researchers at Cisco Talos have identified nine software vulnerabilities in commonly used metal detectors manufactured by Garrett.
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Machine Learning Framework Models Quantum Devices
An algorithm developed by researchers at the University of Tokyo uses machine learning to determine the relationship between quantum inputs and outputs in order...
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Homeland Security Offers Hackers a Bounty to Find Bugs
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the "Hack DHS" bug bounty program in which outside hackers will be paid to identify vulnerabilities in certain...
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U.S. National Security Adviser Asks Software Companies to Discuss Cybersecurity
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan has asked major software companies and developers to discuss ways to improve digital security, as hacks against...
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Texas Teen Creates App to Give His Sister a Voice
Texas-based teenager Archer Calder created a Web-based application to give his sister Della, who has a speech-inhibiting genetic disorder, the means to communicate...
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Nike Buys Virtual Sneaker Maker RTFKT in Metaverse Push
Nike has acquired RTFKT, a virtual sneaker company, as part of an effort to expand in the "metaverse," where users can purchase clothing, virtual land, and other...
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Exploring Emotions with VR
Researchers used virtual reality to evoke emotions as realistically as possible in a study.
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The 'Most Serious' Security Breach Ever is Unfolding Right Now. Here's What You Need to Know
Much of the Internet, from Amazon's cloud to connected TVs, is riddled with the log4j vulnerability, and has been for years.
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Converting Laws to Programs
In highly regulated industries, it is critical that laws are translated precisely into code that reflects their intent.
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Engineers Teach AI to Navigate Ocean with Minimal Energy
Artificial intelligence technology is being used to enable autonomous drones exploring the deep ocean to navigate using currents instead of fighting them.
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Machines That See the World More Like Humans Do
The 3D Scene Perception via Probabilistic Programming system helps machines perceive the world in a more human-like manner.
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