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Technology news

	The realization of aqueous flow batteries with mild pH decoupling Technologies that can store the energy produced by photovoltaics and wind turbines could play a key role in the decarbonization of the energy sector. The operation of both solar cells and wind turbines relies on suitable weather conditions, and grid-scale energy storage solutions could help to store the energy produced when the sun is out and the wind is blowing so that it can be used later.
	Flying high: UK's modern-day green airship takes shape Britain's innovative Airlander 10 airship could soon take to the skies to offer leisure passengers panoramic views and far less pollution than traditional aircraft, according to its manufacturer.
	Musk says will 'open source' Grok chatbot Elon Musk on Monday said he would make his Grok chatbot, a rival to ChatGPT, open source as his feud with OpenAI deepens.
	Researchers explore quantum computing's ability to speed solutions for financial sector Over the next decade, quantum computers are expected to have a transformative impact on numerous industry sectors, as they surpass the computational capabilities of classical computers. In finance, for example, quantum computing will one day be used to speed banking, make financial predictions and analyze financial patterns and risks.
	Researchers design new analog chip architecture with high precision While most computing in the world is still digital, the data around us is captured in analog via sensors–images through cameras, temperature, and sound, for example, and has to be converted into a digital form for precision. But imagine an autonomous vehicle that needs to capture what's on the road and then make decisions instantaneously: this data needs to be converted very quickly with low energy and high precision.
	Towards a universal mechanism for successful deep learning Image classification is a complex task that deep learning architectures perform successfully. Those deep architectures are usually comprised of many layers, with each layer consisting of many filters.
	Replica theory shows deep neural networks think alike How do you know you are looking at a dog? What are the odds you are right? If you're a machine-learning algorithm, you sift through thousands of images—and millions of probabilities—to arrive at the "true" answer, but different algorithms take different routes to get there.
	Scientists achieve record efficiency for next-generation roll-to-roll printed solar cells Scientists from Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, have led an international team to a clean energy breakthrough by setting a new efficiency record for fully roll-to-roll printed solar cells.
	New AI technology enables 3D capture and editing of real-life objects Imagine performing a sweep around an object with your smartphone and getting a realistic, fully editable 3D model that you can view from any angle. This is fast becoming reality, thanks to advances in AI.
	Reddit aims to raise $500 mn in stock market debut Reddit plans to raise some $500 million with its initial public offering of shares, using the money to improve the platform and its money-making power, according to a regulatory filing on Monday.
	Most automated driving systems are lousy at making sure drivers pay attention, insurance group says Most electronic systems that take on some driving tasks for humans don't adequately make sure drivers are paying attention, and they don't issue strong enough warnings or take other actions to make drivers behave, according to an insurance industry study published Tuesday.
	Black box seized after 'technical' failure on Boeing-made LATAM plane New Zealand investigators Tuesday seized the flight recorder from a Boeing-made LATAM plane, searching for the cause of a mid-air plunge that injured dozens of terrified travelers.
	Airbnb bans security cameras inside guest homes Airbnb on Monday said it is banning security cameras inside guest homes so as to prioritize privacy.
	LATAM flight 800 'just dropped' in mid-flight, injuring dozens—what happened, and how to keep yourself safe On Monday, LATAM Airlines flight 800 from Sydney to Auckland experienced what officials are describing as a "technical fault" that meant the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner "just dropped" without any warning.
	Can earth-covered houses protect us from bushfires? Even if they're a solution, it's not risk-free As extreme fire weather becomes more common across ever larger areas of Australia, we need new options for living with the risk of bushfire. Underground or earth-sheltered housing is one possibility. While still unusual, these homes are being built in bushfire-prone areas.
	Solar power occupies a lot of space—here's how to make it more ecologically beneficial to the land it sits on As societies look for ways to cut greenhouse gas emissions and slow climate change, large-scale solar power is playing a central role. Climate scientists view it as the tool with the greatest potential to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 2030. In the U.S., the Department of Energy predicts that solar will account for nearly 60% of all new utility-scale electricity-generating capacity installed in 2024.
	French startup Mistral AI vows to maintain open source French startup Mistral AI, a rising star in artificial intelligence, pledged Tuesday to maintain open source coding even as it launches into a venture with Microsoft that involves selling some of its software.
	Apple to let EU users download apps via websites Apple said Tuesday its users in the EU will be able to download apps directly from websites, bypassing app marketplaces, as it yields to a sweeping new law and pressure from developers.
	Training AI for smart bicycles Bike friendliness of a cycle path depends to a large extent on the surface quality. This allows people who use bicycles for work-related reasons or to complete daily errands and want to keep bike-commuting climate-neutral to perform their tasks faster and in a more pleasant way.
	New traffic signal would improve travel time for both pedestrians and vehicles, says modeling study Adding a fourth light to traffic signals—in addition to red, green, and yellow—would shorten wait times at street corners for pedestrians, as well as improve traffic flow for both autonomous vehicles and human drivers. And the more autonomous vehicles there are in the traffic network, the shorter the wait times for everyone.
	Computing's quantum shift With the race to build a new generation of computers heating up, European companies are eyeing the game-changing opportunities.
	Novel technology reaches 100-kW wireless power transfer for passenger vehicle A team of researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory has demonstrated that a light-duty passenger electric vehicle can be wirelessly charged at 100-kW with 96% efficiency using polyphase electromagnetic coupling coils with rotating magnetic fields.
	Off-road autonomous driving tools focused on camera vision Southwest Research Institute has developed off-road autonomous driving tools with a focus on stealth for the military and agility for space and agriculture clients. The vision-based system pairs stereo cameras with novel algorithms, eliminating the need for lidar and active sensors.
	New method helps analyze changes in solar photovoltaic power generation across the globe The shift toward renewable energy sources decreases our reliance on fossil fuels, providing a cleaner, more sustainable alternative. However, with their increasing use and development, we also face new challenges. Solar photovoltaic (PV) plants, for instance, are subject to the whims of the weather and many other environmental conditions. This variability leads to inconsistent power output from these plants.
	Air filters and scheduled window opening can reduce classroom pollution by up to 36%: Study To improve air quality in classrooms, schools should use air purifiers during the school day and open windows after hours. That's according to a new study from the University of Surrey.
	The IRS launches Direct File, a pilot program for free online tax filing available in 12 states After weeks of testing, an electronic system for filing returns directly to the IRS is now available to taxpayers from 12 selected states.
	Microsoft to train Philippine women in AI, cybersecurity Tech giant Microsoft said Tuesday it will train 100,000 Philippine women on artificial intelligence technology and cybersecurity.
	Ancient community banking enters digital age in Cameroon Joseph Ngono's face lights up with a smile as he looks at his smartphone, where a payment worth $830 has just appeared in his digital wallet.
	Germany launches major subsidy scheme for greener industry Germany on Tuesday launched what it called "an innovative" multi-billion-euro subsidy scheme aimed at turbocharging investments that will make industrial production in Europe's top economy more climate-friendly.
	Delete a background? Easy. Smooth out a face? Seamless. Digital photo manipulation is now mainstream It's been a common refrain when seeking proof that someone's story or some event actually took place: "Pics, or it didn't happen."
	Britain vows to build new gas power stations British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's government pledged Tuesday to build new gas-fired power stations to boost energy security, drawing criticism over his climate policies before this year's general election.
	Multi-objective multigraph feature extraction for the shortest path cost prediction As emerging urban air mobility concepts such as air taxis, on-demand aircraft, and large unmanned aerial vehicles become integrated into daily life, ensuring their smooth interaction with existing conventional airport infrastructures is imperative for achieving a sustainable civil aviation industry.

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