The U.S. Army this week announced steps it is taking to safeguard its troops as it looks to bolster its ability to successfully implement artificial intelligence under a 500-day plan. The Army’s acquisition, logistics and technology (ALT) office on Wednesday released two new initiatives, “Break AI” and “Counter AI,” which will test ever-developing AI technologies...
Microsoft apps like Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams are so popular (and useful) that they’re nearly unavoidable, whether you’re on a Windows computer or a Mac. However, these apps can become a hacker’s paradise on Apple Macs due to an unpatched vulnerability. A cybersecurity research group has revealed that Microsoft apps on Macs have a...
Political polarization has given rise to a so-called parallel economy for shoppers sick of progressive companies, but many “anti-woke” businesses say tech giants are putting hurdles in their path that don’t exist for their counterparts. “All of these brands and businesses are being limited in a way that brands who tout left-wing talking points are...
Would you trust a robot with your smile? As technology continues to advance rapidly, the concept of robotic dentistry is becoming a reality. We are on the brink of a new era in dental care where artificial intelligence and robotics are not just ideas, but real-life options. Imagine walking into a dental office, sitting back...
Despite being attached to our phones, it is easy to miss an alert or notification of incoming calls or messages. For those who are hearing impaired or deaf, the risk of missing alerts or notifications is increased. Michael wrote in with the following question to highlight this important issue: “My wife is deaf. Is there...
Victor Miller, who had been running as an artificial intelligence-powered bot named “VIC” [Virtual Integrated Citizen] in Wyoming’s capital city, conceded his bid to make technological political history on Wednesday. Miller received 327 votes, or about 3% of the total cast, in Cheyenne’s nonpartisan mayoral primary on Tuesday night, according to Laramie County records. On...
Imagine struggling with everyday tasks like watering your plants or peeling potatoes because of weakened grip strength. For many people dealing with conditions like osteoarthritis or myositis, these simple activities can become real challenges. That’s where the Carbonhand robo-glove comes in. This innovative device, now available to everyone in the U.S., is designed to lend...
National Public Data (NPD), a background check company, admitted it exposed sensitive info like phone numbers, addresses and Social Security numbers to hackers. While the company hasn’t shared how big the breach is, it supposedly involves 2.7 billion records, likely including some data on almost every American. It gets even worse. A new report revealed...
California-based company Figure has unveiled its second-generation humanoid robot, Figure 02. This innovative creation is initially targeted at production lines in commercial settings, where it aims to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. However, Figure has ambitious plans for the future. It envisions a time when these advanced robots will serve as bipedal butlers in our...
Last year, Unitree Robotics captured headlines with its remarkable Go2 robot dog, wowing us with its circus tricks and GPT chat capabilities. Now, the company is back with a new twist: meet the Go2-W, an all-terrain upgrade that adds wheels to its robotic quadruped. This innovative design not only enhances mobility but also opens up...
