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A Healthy Dose of AI
Building artificial intelligence into medical devices can speed diagnoses and potentially improve treatments and outcomes.
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Digital Twins Grow Up
The idea of creating digital twins to simulate real-world systems isn't new, but the concept is advancing rapidly.
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In Search of a CRISPR Kill Switch
The benefits of genetic engineering tool CRISPR have been widely discussed. But what if something goes wrong?
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The Algorithm That Changed Quantum Machine Learning
A college student discovered a classical computing algorithm that experts overlooked. It promises to change both classical and quantum machine learning.
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Who Owns Your Face?
Today's facial recognition tools raise new questions about how, where, and when data can be used.
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The Chatbots are Coming!
Advances in chatbots are changing the way we interact with computing devices.
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Deep Insecurities: The Internet of Things Shifts Technology Risk
A more connected world sounds alluring, but without better protections, the Internet of Things could lead to disaster.
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A Healthy Dose of Wearables
Smart watches and other wearables are evolving into medical devices that will drive significant changes in healthcare.
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The Future of Data Storage
Research into next-generation storage techniques marches forward, yet tape remains the most viable, dependable medium.
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A Brave New World of Genetic Engineering
Genetic engineering technologies are advancing at a furious rate, changing the world one cell at a time.
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Flexible Displays Enter the Picture
Engineers have long attempted to develop flexible displays and devices. The technology is finally becoming a reality.
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Consumer Rating Algorithms Score Big with Businesses, Governments
Businesses, universities, and governments increasingly are turning to algorithms to make crucial decisions about how to treat customers and citizens.
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Virtual Reality Goes on Trial
VR could significantly change the way jurors and judges weigh evidence in the courtroom.
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The New Face of Law Enforcement
Facial recognition and augmented reality are changing the way law enforcement agencies investigate crime, but there are important privacy issues to consider.
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Weighing the Impact of GDPR
The EU data regulation will affect computer, Internet, and technology usage within and outside the EU; how it will play out remains to be seen.
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Chip Implants Get Real
The notion of using implantable chips to authenticate people is gaining support, but it raises important privacy questions.
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Transient Electronics Take Shape
Advances in materials science and chemistry are leading to self-destructing circuits and transient electronics, which could impact many fields.
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Is Genomic Privacy Possible?
Genomic research has led to remarkable insights and medical breakthroughs, but it also represents serious privacy risks.
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The Fake News Wars Have Only Begun
The next generation of false news will feature realistic-looking videos and a battle of algorithms.
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Finding a Healthier Approach to Managing Medical Data
Researchers are exploring ways to put medical data to greater use while better protecting privacy.
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