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Deep Insecurities: The Internet of Things Shifts Technology Risk
A more connected world sounds alluring, but without better protections, the Internet of Things could lead to disaster.
Fitness Monitors, Smartwatches are Not Medical Devices
Manufacturers may blur the distinctions, but they're important.
A self-driving laboratory is a kind of robot scientist that uses sensors to become aware of its environment and artificial intelligence to autonomously make decisions.
An Emerging Threat, Hiding in Plain Sight
Steganography hides information, sometimes right before your eyes.
World’s Largest Quantum Computer Doubles Down
D-Wave unveils an upgraded quantum computer featuring more than twice the qubits.
Smart watches and other wearables are evolving into medical devices that will drive significant changes in healthcare.
Embedding NEMS Devices Within CMOS
A new process combines combined metal oxide semiconductors and micro-electro-mechanical systems in a single package.
The Problem with SMS Two-Factor Authentication
SMS two-factor authentication has some security issues that have prompted companies to get creative.
Research into next-generation storage techniques marches forward, yet tape remains the most viable, dependable medium.
Soft Robots Look to New Environments
These non-standard automatons appear best suited for applications under water and in space.
Painting On Perovskites at Room Temperature
Hybrid organic-inorganic perovskite semiconductors are suited to many electro-optical applications.
The Fine Line Between Coercion and Care
Employers monitoring their workforce must balance productivity and security considerations with employee privacy and welfare concerns.
Big data can support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Human Resources departments are taking advantage of the workforce management capabilities provided by artificial intelligence.
Wearable mobile machines integrate people and machines to assist the movement-impaired, and amplify the capabilities of industrial and defense workers while protecting them from injury.
How researchers are improving energy storage devices for power generated from renewable sources like solar and wind.
Demand is expected to spike over the next few years, leading to higher prices and international trade issues.
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