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As semiconductors gain greater functionality and production volume, the environmental cost also increases. The greenhouse gases and waste from the semiconductor manufacturing process are serious environmental issues. A research team at…

Approximately 190 million people around the globe have conditions that impair their ability to move and function independently. Assistive robots can give them more freedom while reducing the need for caregiving. These robots are not widely…

Fidget spinners were all the rage in 2017. What if we could harvest the energy used to send them spinning to power small devices or wearables? We may be able to soon, thanks to researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University. The team…

Researchers at Aalto University developed a new material that changes its electrical behavior based on previous experience—gaining a form of adaptive memory. Scientists could use these materials in next-gen medical and environmental…

Amazon's new intelligent robot, Sparrow, is a significant stride in AI-driven warehouse automation. According to Amazon, a critical part of fulfillment happens before items are packaged for shipment. Until now, technology moved totes to…

Although I’ve worked remotely for decades, companies “discovered” that remote workers are indeed productive when the global pandemic hit. A Gartner, Inc survey finds 58% of organizations are using borderless technology talent. Borderless…

IBM has a lot to talk about at the IBM Quantum Summit 2022. They announced breakthrough advancements in quantum hardware and software and discussed their vision for quantum-centric supercomputing. IBM Quantum System Two According to…

Oracle announced a new technology platform for law enforcement and first responders. The Oracle Public Safety Services platform provides unified hardware and software designed to remove data silos, eliminate manual busy-work, and empower…

by Jon Gabay, engineer So, you think your passwords are protecting you from hackers and criminals? Think again. Digital data and encryption have never been 100% secure, but with the increasing advancement of quantum computers, our…

We use printed and flexible electronics in applications from energy harvesting to medical sensors to robotics. Due to their low cost, light weight, and flexibility, these hybrid electronics will continue to disrupt the market in 2023 and…