The landscape of cinematography is rapidly evolving thanks to recent technological advancements. Innovations such as sophisticated drones and high-resolution cameras have opened up endless possibilities for filmmakers. One groundbreaking development in this field is the creation of CineMPC, an autonomous drone system developed by researchers at the University of Zaragoza and Stanford University. This system
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Online retailer eBay Inc. is set to undergo significant changes as it announces the decision to cut around 1,000 jobs, which amounts to approximately 9% of its full-time workforce. The company’s CEO, Jamie Iannone, delivered the news to employees on Tuesday, emphasizing that the restructuring is necessary due to the slow growth of the business
The UK is at risk of being left behind in the global electric vehicle (EV) revolution, according to experts from Aston University’s Centre for Business Prosperity. In their report, titled “Powering the Future: Aligning Economic Policy for Automotive Sector Resilience in the face of Critical Material Challenges,” Professor Jun Du and Dr. Oleksandr Shepotylo highlight
Organic mixed ionic-electronic conductors (OMIECs) have emerged as a highly sought-after class of materials with immense potential for non-conventional applications. These materials possess the unique ability to conduct both ions and electrons, making them suitable for applications in bioelectronics, neuromorphic computing, and bio-fuel cells. However, despite their promising properties, there is a pressing need to
As the use of electric and hybrid vehicles increases globally, the need for safe and high-performing battery technologies becomes paramount. Engineers are focused on developing batteries that offer increased safety, energy capacity, scalability, and reduced degradation over time. One promising avenue of research is rechargeable multivalent metal batteries that employ multivalent ions such as magnesium
State-sponsored Russian hackers have penetrated Microsoft’s corporate email system, gaining access to email accounts belonging to members of the company’s leadership team, as well as cybersecurity and legal personnel. This cyber intrusion occurred between late November and January 12th and is believed to be the work of the same sophisticated hacking group responsible for the
Brand consistency plays a crucial role in product design as it directly relates to a company’s success and profitability. Designing a product that not only stands out but also embodies the essence of a brand is a challenge, particularly for companies that release new models annually. To address this challenge, researchers at Carnegie Mellon University
Language models have gained widespread attention due to their ability to generate, summarize, translate, and process written texts. Open AI’s conversational platform ChatGPT has become particularly popular in various applications. However, the emergence of jailbreak attacks poses a significant threat to the responsible and secure use of such models. Researchers from Hong Kong University of
Trade barriers can have a detrimental effect on the progress of the world’s energy transition, but it is essential that commerce is fair and equitable. Fatih Birol, the chief of the International Energy Agency (IEA), emphasized this point at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. As the international community grapples with the urgency of
In a groundbreaking development, the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) has successfully created an artificial intelligence (AI) technology for robot work. This technology allows for the easy application of robots in manufacturing processes, opening up new possibilities in various industries. Led by Chang-hyun Kim, the head of the Department of AI Machinery, the