Communications of the ACM
An edited collection of advanced computing news from Communications of the ACM, ACM TechNews, other ACM resources, and news sites around the Web.
From Communications of the ACM
Can AI Learn to Forget?
Specialized techniques may make it possible to induce selective 'amnesia' in machine learning models.
From Communications of the ACM
Technology's Impact on Morality
Leading technologists and thinkers are concerned about technology's impact on our ethical thinking.
From ACM TechNews
Robots with Realistic Pain Expressions Can Reduce Examination Error, Bias
A new technique for generating more realistic facial expressions of pain on robotic patients could also help correct signs of bias among medical students.
From ACM News
The Data Science Boom is Here
Data science brings a new spin to computer science education.
From ACM News
In Memoriam Andrea Danyluk 1963–2022
Danyluk was Mary A. and William Wirt Warren Professor of Computer Science at Williams College, and co-chair of the Committee on Widening Participation in Computing...
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Algorithmic Hiring Needs a Human Face
Artificial intelligence may be an unstoppable force, but in the recruitment market it has met an immovable object: humans. Something has to give.
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Digital Technology Fans Firefighting
New tools help firefighters identify the dynamics and characteristics of a fire—and respond more effectively.
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African Software Developers Use AI to Fight Inequality
Developers like South African computer scientist Raesetje Sefala hope to combat inequality across Africa by harnessing artificial intelligence AI.
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U.S. Government Releases National Strategic Plan for Quantum Workforce Development
The agencies also announced U.S. plans to participate in World Quantum Day, an international event to be held on April 14.
From ACM TechNews
Minecraft DDoS Attack Leaves Small European Country Without Internet
Andorra Telecom experienced repeated distributed denial-of-service attacks during the SquidCraft Games tournament in Minecraft, a multi-day Twitch gaming tournament...
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Artificial Intelligence: Digital Pen Helps People Learn to Write
Teachers are given more freedom for creative and communicative tasks.
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Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and the Fight Against World Hunger
Advancements in AI, machine learning, and next-gen technologies are transforming the fight against world hunger.
From ACM TechNews
A Digital Divide Haunts Schools Adapting to Virus Hurdles
Quarantines and school closures have shifted some students back to remote learning, highlighting the digital divide.
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Security Flaws Seen in China's Mandatory Olympics App for Athletes
Canadian cybersecurity watchdog Citizen Lab has detailed encryption flaws in the mandatory smartphone application China created for Winter Olympics athletes.
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The Future of Robot Nannies
A machine can't love our children, but our children might love them.
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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.
From Communications of the ACM
Monetizing Your Personal Data
What is your private data worth, to you and to the companies willing to pay you for it?
From ACM News
Cornell University Reports More Than 900 Covid-19 Cases This Week
Many are Omicron variant cases in fully vaccinated students.
From ACM TechNews