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Robot shopping assistant makes product recommendations based on age and gender
The Spod robot from India startup Invento Robotics greets shoppers, introduces itself, scans shopper faces to determine if the shopper has been there before and makes product recommendations.
Study suggests that synchronized driverless tech could improve traffic flow by 35%
Researchers at the University of Cambridge in the U.K. are suggesting that synchronized driverless vehicles might alleviate congestion and improve traffic by roughly 35%, according to new research.
US Army examines how smart cities could help in urban operations
Testing the LoRaWAN protocol using military developed internet of things architectures.
Computer scientists teach robots to draw, write
Computer scientists at Brown University have created an algorithm that enables robots to write words and produce sketches — a development that may open the lines of communication between robots and their human coworkers and collaborators.
Device nudges users to change passwords, lock computer screens to prevent cyber attack
A simple device plugs into a PC and notifies users via sound, light or vibration to update passwords, lock computer screens or update privacy settings.
Digital license plates now legal in three states
Digital license plates are now legal in three states, according to reports.
Report predicts more than 7,000 robots will be working in construction by 2025
As more construction companies turn to robotics to solve nationwide labor shortages, a new report suggests that by 2025, 7,000 robots could be performing construction site tasks.
Poll: Majority of Americans uncomfortable with AI playing a role in hiring tasks
A new survey, conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of international talent and outsourcing company Yoh, reveals that the majority of Americans are uncomfortable with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a role in certain hiring tasks.
San Francisco is first US city to ban facial recognition
The new legislation does not apply to security at the city’s airport, seaport or any other federally regulated facilities.
Punchable, stabbable robots help humans release anger
Called cathartic objects, the series of robots includes four different kinds that users can unload on.
Scientists using AI to create easy-to-understand research summaries
New AI technology developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) could simplify how scientists keep up with the latest in research by producing plain English summaries of technical research papers.
Photo storage company trains its facial recognition tool on the images of unwitting customers
A free photo storage app has trained a facial recognition tool, which it intends to eventually sell to private companies and the U.S. government, using the billions of photos and videos uploaded by mostly unaware users.
New 248-mph, next-gen bullet train testing begins in Japan
Testing of a bullet train that promises to be among the fastest in the world is now underway in Japan, according to reports.
NVIDIA opening lab to teach robots to work safely alongside humans
Tech company NVIDIA is preparing to open a robotics research lab in Seattle to teach robots how to work safely alongside humans.
US Air Force to detect IEDs, other threats using AI and X-ray machines
A collaboration between the United States Air Force and an artificial intelligence (AI) defense company is examining whether the detection of threats at U.S. military base entry-control points (ECPs) might be improved with AI, according to reports.
Study: Uber, Lyft responsible for significant uptick in San Francisco traffic congestion
According to research conducted by the San Francisco County Transportation Authority (SFCTA) and an engineer from the University of Kentucky, ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft are contributing to an increase in San Francisco traffic congestion despite both companies' earlier claims to the contrary.
Driver assist technology may not ease phantom traffic jams, researchers say
Existing driver-assist systems are not yet able to overcome the worst driving behaviors of humans.
Non-contact sensor indicates milk spoilage without opening container
The sensor is composed of chemically coated nanoparticles that respond to the gas emitted by milk.
Engineer improves traffic stop safety with robot cop
A police robot that can approach drivers and issue tickets without human police officers leaving their patrol cars.
Researchers develop diaper sensors to detect UTIs
Researchers from Purdue University have developed a technique for detecting urinary tract infections (UTIs) by embedding disposable sensor devices into diapers.