Robots are increasingly being used to assist humans in various real-world scenarios. In order to effectively carry out daily tasks, robots must be able to manipulate different types of objects with precision and efficiency. The development of cost-effective robotic grippers is crucial in enabling robots to achieve dexterous object manipulation capabilities. Recently, researchers at Improbable
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Threads, the Twitter challenger tool, has recently introduced a live test of disappearing updates for selected users. This new feature allows users to have their posts erased from the app after 24 hours, providing a sense of temporary engagement and interaction. The ephemeral posting option aims to address the issue of having social posts linked
In recent years, the artificial intelligence boom has resulted in a surge in demand for powerful processors and the energy required to maintain data centers at optimal temperatures. As a result, data center companies are exploring innovative solutions to address these challenges. One such company making waves in the industry is Sustainable Metal Cloud, which
Exciting news for Snapchat marketers and AR creators as the platform has recently been reformatted specifically for iPad screens. The latest iOS update notes on the Snapchat app reveal that users can now enjoy native support for iPads, providing a larger canvas for capturing Snaps and better visibility on certain tabs. Although Snapchat has been
Topological materials are a fascinating category of materials that exhibit unique properties due to the way their wavefunctions interact. When the wavefunction of a topological material meets its surrounding space, it must unwind, leading to notable changes in the behavior of electrons at the material’s edge compared to those in the bulk. These distinctive edge
SpaceX is gearing up for its groundbreaking Polaris Dawn mission, which will see four astronauts venturing into orbit aboard the Crew Dragon capsule. This mission, spearheaded by billionaire and private astronaut Jared Isaacman, promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. From the first-ever spacewalk by private astronauts to testing cutting-edge spacesuit technology, there is much
The recent incident involving CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity technology company, has brought to light the fragility of global technical infrastructure. The update released by CrowdStrike led to a global outage affecting millions of computers and critical infrastructure sectors worldwide. This incident has underscored the vulnerabilities present in our current cybersecurity systems. The Association for Computing Machinery’s
The tech industry is constantly evolving, and with it, the landscape of artificial intelligence is also changing rapidly. One such development that has caught the attention of many is the partnership between Inflection AI and the non-profit Data Transfer Initiative (DTI) to enhance data portability for users of the Pi AI assistant. This move marks
The rise of the internet, particularly social media platforms, has led to exponential growth in online content creation. However, along with this growth comes the issue of hate speech—offensive or threatening speech targeting individuals based on characteristics such as ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. Hate speech detection models have become crucial in moderating online content
Apple recently made headlines with the announcement that Luca Maestri, the company’s chief financial officer, will be stepping down from his role at the beginning of next year. This news has sparked speculation and interest within the tech community, as Maestri has played a significant role in Apple’s financial growth and success over the years.