After almost 100 years, scientists achieve elusive bound states in continuum About 96 years ago, physicists John von Neumann and Eugene Wigner proposed a strange wave phenomenon that seemed to challenge the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics. This phenomenon, known as bound states in the continuum (BIC), occurs when waves are confined within a system […]
Bug-sized daredevil robot nails aerial stunts, beating flying bots in energy use
Bug-sized Daredevil Robot Nails Aerial Stunts, Beating Flying Bots in Energy Use MIT has designed a small robot with the ability to flip, jump across rough terrain, and perform incredible aerial stunts – all while conserving energy better than its flying counterparts. This bug-sized daredevil is revolutionizing the field of robotics with its agility and […]
MIT uses photons to link quantum processors directly
MIT Uses Photons to Link Quantum Processors Directly In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have successfully achieved remote entanglement by halting photon emission midway. This innovative approach allows quantum processors to link up without requiring a direct physical connection, opening up a new realm of possibilities in the field […]
Are digital taxes the new frontline in global trade warfare?
Are Digital Taxes the New Frontline in Global Trade Warfare? President Trump’s tariffs on imported goods have sparked heated debates on international trade policies, yet there is a growing concern that the focus on tangible goods might be overshadowing a crucial battleground: digital services. The digital services sector, predominantly controlled by US tech giants, has […]
MIT bends biology: Starfish cells shape-shift under light to heal, deliver drugs
MIT Bends Biology: Starfish Cells Shape-Shift Under Light to Heal, Deliver Drugs The foundation of life begins with a single moving cell. Responding to biochemical signals, cells have the remarkable ability to adapt and transform, a characteristic that scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have been exploring in depth. In a groundbreaking study, […]
MIT advances scalable quantum computing networks
MIT Breakthrough: AI-Driven Optimization Boosts Photon Absorption Efficiency in Quantum Computing Networks In the realm of quantum computing, where the race to achieve scalable networks with high efficiency is ever-present, a recent breakthrough by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has sparked excitement and opened new possibilities for the future of quantum entanglement […]
Meta faces lawsuit over hiring practices
Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Hiring Practices Meta, the tech giant formerly known as Facebook, is currently under fire for alleged discriminatory hiring practices. The company is facing a lawsuit that claims it has been engaging in biased recruitment processes, favoring certain candidates over others based on factors such as race, gender, or age. However, Meta […]
Paris AI Action Summit shifts focus to innovation, employment, and public good in AI governance
Paris AI Action Summit: Redefining AI Governance for Innovation, Employment, and Public Good The recent Paris AI Action Summit marked a turning point in the global conversation surrounding artificial intelligence governance. Despite the absence of support from the USA and the UK, both of which held differing policy priorities, the summit was hailed as a […]
Amazon removes diversity references as companies scale back DEI policies
Amazon Removes Diversity References as Companies Scale Back DEI Policies In a surprising move, major US companies such as Amazon, Meta, and Disney have been recently reported to be scaling back their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies amid mounting political and legal pressures. Among these companies, Amazon has particularly stood out by removing diversity […]
Trump Targets Private Companies in DEI Rollback
Trump Targets Private Companies in DEI Rollback The landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the United States is facing a sudden and significant shift. The newly inaugurated US president has signed several executive orders aimed at ending these programs, signaling a rollback on efforts to promote equality and representation in the workplace. […]