In recent years, the growth of the internet and social media platforms has led to a surge in online content creation. Unfortunately, with this growth, there has also been an increase in inappropriate content such as hate speech. Hate speech, which targets individuals based on their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, and other characteristics, can have
Recent research conducted by the University of Trento and the University of Chicago has shed light on the complex interactions between electrons and light. By proposing a generalized approach to understanding these interactions, the study paves the way for advancements in quantum technologies and the discovery of new states of matter. In the realm of
The world of rechargeable batteries is rapidly evolving, especially with the increasing popularity of electric vehicles. The traditional nickel and cobalt-based batteries are not only expensive but also unsustainable for mass adoption. In a recent study published in ACS Central Science, researchers introduced a promising alternative – a lithium/manganese-based material. The use of manganese holds
Automatic bug assignment has been a topic of interest in recent years, with engineers relying heavily on textual bug reports to identify and fix bugs. However, the presence of noise in these reports can have unintended consequences for automatic bug assignment systems, particularly due to the limitations of traditional Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques. A
The recent arrest of Pavel Durov, the boss of the popular social media platform Telegram, has sparked controversy and raised questions about freedom of speech, privacy, and content moderation. The Russia-founded messaging platform has gained popularity worldwide, with millions of users who appreciate its commitment to privacy and freedom. However, accusations of allowing the sharing
The whirring wind turbines in India’s Thar desert are symbolic of the country’s efforts to transition to renewable energy sources in order to combat the increasing impacts of climate change. However, despite the noble intentions behind these initiatives, the local communities living in the shadows of these turbines are experiencing detrimental effects that are often
In September, Microsoft announced plans to host a conference for cybersecurity firms to address the aftermath of a faulty CrowdStrike software update that led to widespread disruptions in July. The incident not only caused chaos in internet-connected systems but also had ripple effects across various industries. Airlines faced thousands of flight cancellations, logistics companies experienced
Valve has introduced a new rating system for Steam Deck, aiming to provide users with a clear indication of how well games run on the handheld device. Despite the guidance of labels like “Playable” or “Verified”, some games still fail to function properly on the Steam Deck. In response to this issue, Valve has made
The National Labor Relations Board recently made a significant ruling regarding the relationship between Amazon and delivery workers. The NLRB concluded that the workers at a company that delivered packages for Amazon are considered employees of the e-commerce giant, rather than independent contractors as argued by Amazon. This ruling challenges Amazon’s assertion that it is