South Yorkshire to be focus for smartphone illness prevention study By PA Media,BBC NewsA new study in South Yorkshire is to test whether smartphone sensors could help detect and prevent illnesses.Global tech giant Google will conduct the research alongside academics and local government staff at the South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub.The first project will test whether sensors could help detect conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and chronic...

6 Smart Home Frequent Issues and How To Fix Them Story by Laurie M Nichols • 1mo •Battery DrainWireless smart home devices are convenient to install, but rely on battery power. If you're constantly replacing batteries, you may have a battery drain issue.How to fixCheck your Wi-Fi connection: Move your devices closer to the router, or update your router. Constantly searching for an internet connection drains battery life.Close unused features: Running optional devices you don't...

Scientists invent computer that operates just like the human brain ByEric Ralls Earth.com staff writerIn a significant leap forward for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, a collaborative team from Northwestern University, Boston College, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has unveiled a cutting-edge synaptic computer transistor that operates like a human brain. This novel device, inspired by the human brain’s architecture, marks a new era in computing technology.Computing with human...

23andMe sees personal data on 6.9 million customers stolen by hackers Story by Jacob Knutson • 3mo •Hackers stole personal data belonging to 6.9 million people who used services from the genetic testing company 23andMe in October, a company spokesperson confirmed to Axios on Monday.Why it matters: The personal data, including ancestry reports, some DNA data, birthdates, self-reported location and profile pictures, went up for sale on a popular hacking forum following the breach, according...

Budget-friendly Smart Home Upgrades Story by Jessica Fritsch • 3d •If you’re looking to make your home smarter without breaking the bank, there are several budget-friendly options available. Two popular choices are smart lighting solutions and smart thermostats.Budget-friendly smart home upgrades are affordable devices and technologies that can improve the functionality, convenience, and energy efficiency of your home. These upgrades often include smart speakers, smart plugs, smart light bulbs, and smart thermostats, among...

Apple unveils new security feature to safeguard against thieves Story by By Jennifer Korn, CNN  • 3mo • Apple is rolling out an iPhone security update to keep thieves out of your device.Serving as an extra layer of protection for the vast amount of personal data kept on iPhones, the new feature intends to keep criminals out by adding additional steps to access information.IPhone users can currently view highly sensitive information and make...

What are the different types of deepfakes and how you can spot them? By Pranav Dixit The deepfake controversy involving Indian celebrities has sparked a discussion around the urgent need for AI regulations and safeguards.SUMMARYDeepfakes come in various types from visual to vocal and even text-based onesVarious types of manipulated media content have raised concerns about misinformation and its societal impactsIdentifying a deepfake can be challenging but there are some key...

iPhone 16: news, rumored price, release date, and more Story by Christine Romero-Chan • 1mo • Though Apple only launched the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro recently, rumors have already begun about the iPhone 16 lineup coming in 2024. It’s hard to believe, but it’s true!We’re expecting some bigger changes with the iPhone 16 than we got with the iPhone 15, so we’ve rounded up all the big rumors and reports here for you.Like most iPhone releases, Apple is...

By Kim Key Deloitte Is Using A.I. to Reduce Layoffs. You Can Too Story by Suzanne Lucas • 2mo • You don't need a billion dollars to reallocate employees. You just need ChatGPT and a bit of time.Can A.I. help you reallocate your employees in order to avoid a layoff? Deloitte thinks so: The consulting giant recently announced that it is looking into using A.I. technology to move employees around so that the company can properly utilize existing staff and...

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