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Daniel Pearson Daniel Pearson
Updated on December 19, 2024

The Rise and Risks of Quantum Computing in 2025

While quantum computing promises unparalleled computational power, it will also introduce new cybersecurity risks. Here’s how to prepare.

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on December 18, 2024

Robot Dogs: What We Know About Them

Engineered to move and behave like the real thing, robot dogs can perform all sorts of tasks, from navigating disaster zones and inspecting hazardous areas to simply providing companionship.

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Jacob Biba Jacob Biba
Updated on December 13, 2024

16 Types of IoT Sensors Available Today

IoT sensors are integrated into devices that collect data on their physical surroundings, transmitting this data to the cloud via a mobile network. Here are some of the most common types of IoT sensors to know.

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Jenny Lyons-Cunha Jenny Lyons-Cunha
Updated on December 11, 2024

What Is AI Infrastructure?

AI infrastructure provides the hardware, software and networking resources required for efficient artificial intelligence development and deployment — functioning as the backbone of applications ranging from chatbots to self-driving cars.

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on December 10, 2024

39 Top Engineering Companies to Know

These companies continue to outperform the competition while facing disruptive tech trends head on.

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on December 10, 2024

Brain Computer Interfaces (BCI), Explained

This microchip for your brain sounds a lot like telekinesis.

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Ellen Glover Ellen Glover
Updated on December 10, 2024

What Is Neuromorphic Computing?

Neuromorphic computing is a method in which computer components are modeled after the human brain and nervous system. Here’s how neuromorphic computing works, its benefits and challenges, use cases and examples of neuromorphic devices.

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on December 09, 2024

What Are Robotic Hands? What Can They Do?

Robotic hands are designed to mimic the movement of a human hand — whether they physically resemble them or not — and are often equipped with sensors that allow them to "feel.”

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on December 06, 2024

What Is Urban Air Mobility?

Urban air mobility introduces an alternative mode of transportation, where all-electric air taxis and autonomous drones fly above cities.

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Ellen Glover Ellen Glover
Updated on December 03, 2024

AI Chips: What Are They?

The future of artificial intelligence largely hinges on the development of AI chips.

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