Tag: Technology
Quantum Wi-Fi: Enhancing Security with Tiny Chip Technology
A breakthrough in technology has brought us closer to achieving quantum Wi-Fi that is virtually unhackable. This advancement comes in the form of a tiny silicon chip, just 1.8 millimetres wide, that contains over...
Improving Pedestrian Safety at Night: The Role of Technology
Pedestrian safety is a growing concern, especially at night when three-quarters of pedestrian fatalities occur. Automotive technology supplier Magna has introduced thermal sensing technology on 1.2 million vehicles to address this issue. This technology,...
Mysterious Export Controls on Quantum Computers: Global Impact and Implications
Secret international discussions have led to the implementation of export controls on quantum computers by various countries, including the UK, France, Spain, the Netherlands, and Canada. These restrictions are based on the number of...
Year-Long NASA Mission in 3D-Printed Mars Bunker in Texas
Four NASA volunteers recently completed a year-long mission in a 3D-printed Mars bunker in Texas. Kelly Haston, Anca Selariu, Ross Brockwell, and Nathan Jones spent 378 days in the simulation, which aimed to replicate...
Securing Space: Exploring ‘What if?’ Scenarios to Prevent Cyberattacks
Space systems like GPS are essential for our daily lives, but they are vulnerable to cyberattacks. These attacks have been happening since the 1980s, but the public only woke up to the threat a...
‘Light Painting: Astronauts Get Creative on ISS | Photos’
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick got creative on the International Space Station (ISS) for a July 4, 2024 photoshoot during Expedition 71. With no fireworks allowed on the space station, Dominick improvised with camera flashes...
AI Dominates Top Racers in Gran Turismo: A Fair Victory
An AI driver recently outperformed the top human racers in the popular video game Gran Turismo 7, showcasing the power of technology in the gaming world. Unlike previous versions where AI had access to...
Revamping UK Science: A Call for Urgent Change
As the United Kingdom transitions to a new government, the pressing issues that need attention, such as climate change, public health, and social challenges, are deeply rooted in science research and policy. A group...
Starmus 2025: Science and Music Festival Returns to Canary Islands
The Starmus science and music festival is set to return to the Canary Islands in April 2025 for a special edition on the island of La Palma. Founded by astrophysicist Garik Israelian and Queen...
Unveiling Dark Matter Suspects: Scientists Embrace 2 Quantum Methods
Scientists are on the brink of a breakthrough in the hunt for dark matter, using cutting-edge supercold quantum technology. Dark matter, which makes up the majority of the universe but remains invisible to us,...