New research shows that advances in technology could help make future supercomputers far more energy efficient. Neuromorphic computers are modeled after the structure of the human brain, and researchers are finding that they can tackle difficult…
Category: 3. Tech
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These Brain-Inspired Computers Are Shockingly Good at Math
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Perovskite-based betavoltaic battery achieves high efficiency and long-term stability
A research team led by Professor Su-Il In of the Department of Energy Science & Engineering at DGIST has achieved a breakthrough improvement in the performance of the radiation absorber, a key component of perovskite-based betavoltaic batteries,…
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Meta begins job cuts as it shifts from Metaverse to AI devices
Meta Platforms Inc. is beginning to cut more than 1,000 jobs from the company’s Reality Labs division, part of a plan to redirect resources from virtual reality and metaverse products toward AI wearables and phone features.
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Adding batteries to hydropower facilities could increase dam lifespan and potential revenue
In its current form, the nation’s electric grid largely doesn’t store energy. The vast majority of electricity generated by fossil fuels, hydropower, and other sources flows into the grid and is immediately used by consumers. But as battery…
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The RAM shortage’s silver lining: Less talk about “AI PCs”
RAM prices have soared, which is bad news for people interested in buying, building, or upgrading a computer this year, but it’s likely good news for people exasperated by talk of…
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Never-before-seen Linux malware is “far more advanced than typical”
Researchers have discovered a never-before-seen framework that infects Linux machines with a wide assortment of modules that are notable for the range of advanced capabilities they provide…
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New York governor clears path for robotaxis everywhere, with one notable exception
New York Governor Kathy Hochul plans to introduce legislation that would effectively legalize robotaxis in the state — except for its most populous metropolis: New York City.
Hochul, who made the comments Tuesday during her State of the…
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A Simple Trick Could Make Sodium-Ion Batteries Cheaper, Faster, and More Powerful
Leaving water inside a sodium battery material boosts performance and enables desalination. Sodium-ion batteries could play a major role in the future of sustainable energy storage and may even help turn seawater into safe drinking water….
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Live TV Streaming Channel Showdown: Sling, YouTube TV and More Compared
It’s a new year, and you’re probably looking to trim costs. If you’re thinking about cutting the cord or you prefer a traditional TV plan, you have plenty of options to choose from. However, live TV streaming services allow you to avoid…
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Galaxy S26 Ultra beats OnePlus 15’s GeekBench 6 scores with an underpowered Snapdragon chipset
Ahead of its expected launch in February 2026, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, along with the Galaxy S26 Plus, has been spotted on a popular benchmark database. I’m talking about Geekbench, which lists entries for the “SM-S948U” and the…
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