In the quest for designing more advanced and scalable transistors, electronics engineers have been exploring alternative materials with higher electron mobility. Transition metal dichalcogenides, particularly molybdenum disulfide (MoS2), have emerged as promising candidates for the development of field-effect transistors (FETs) due to their small length and good carrier mobility. Recent research conducted by a team
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OpenAI recently introduced GPT-4o, an advanced version of the chatbot system ChatGPT, emphasizing its human-like engagement and personality. The AI system is designed to have voice conversations with users in real-time, exhibiting behaviors such as telling jokes, showing empathy, and responding to body language. While the focus on enhancing user engagement is commendable, it also
Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize various industries, from healthcare to finance. However, the reliance on AI systems that are built on vast datasets raises concerns about the perpetuation of bias. The danger lies in the fact that AI algorithms can mirror the biases present in the data used to train them. This poses
Sophie Rollet, a French former childcare worker, embarked on a solitary investigation spanning over a decade to hold US auto equipment group Goodyear accountable for the death of her husband, Jean-Paul. Convinced that the collision that claimed her husband’s life was linked to the company’s tires, Rollet diligently gathered clues, data, and articles related to
The recent rejection of the union drive at Mercedes-Benz’s Alabama facilities marked a significant setback for the United Auto Workers’ efforts to organize the American South. With a margin of 56 to 44 percent, 2,642 workers voted against unionization, while 2,045 were in favor, according to the National Labor Relations Board. Led by President Shawn
Streaming platform Spotify is facing legal action in the United States for allegedly underpaying songwriters, composers, and publishers. The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) has filed a lawsuit in New York, claiming that Spotify reclassified its subscription services, leading to a drastic reduction in royalty payments. The Lawsuit The lawsuit accuses Spotify of reclassifying its Premium
In a recent breakthrough, researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China have developed a revolutionary three-terminal diode that has the ability to both emit and detect light. This innovation marks a significant advancement in the field of optoelectronics and opens up a plethora of possibilities for highly efficient wireless communication and light-driven
The tech industry in the Bay Area has been through significant turbulence in recent years, characterized by waves of layoffs and restructuring as companies focused on improving operational efficiency. However, recent data suggests that the sector may be showing signs of stabilizing. During the one-year period ending in March 2024, the Bay Area lost 36,000
In the world of building design, the focus has traditionally been on improving the connectivity between various components of a structure. This approach allows for the redistribution of loads in the event of component failure, which can prevent collapses after small initial failures. However, recent incidents such as the collapse of Champlain Towers, a building
In a recent study conducted by computer scientists at the University of Helsinki, it was found that cinematography techniques can play a crucial role in increasing user engagement with virtual environments. By applying principles of composition and continuity, commonly used in filmmaking, researchers were able to enhance navigation around virtual spaces. Composition refers to how