Research conducted by Anh Tuan Hoang and Xuan Ky Nguyen, from the Vietnam National University in Hanoi, emphasizes the significance of protecting environmental monitoring technologies as cities embark on the journey of becoming smart cities. With a focus on the city of Quang Ninh, the study proposes measures to build resilient and secure systems that
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Maine is set to significantly increase its renewable energy capacity with the signing of a new bill by Governor Janet Mills. The legislation outlines plans for the procurement of at least 3,000 megawatts of electricity from offshore wind turbines by 2040, which would be enough to power approximately half of the state’s electricity load. The
Microsoft announced its fiscal fourth-quarter profit of $20.1 billion, surpassing analyst expectations of $2.55 per share with a reported profit of $2.69 per share. The company’s revenue for the April-June period reached $56.2 billion, marking an 8% increase from the previous year. Analysts had predicted revenue of $55.49 billion. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the
Researchers have recently made significant progress in accurately counting and objectively analyzing close encounters between drones and airplanes. This development is a major step forward in aviation safety, as it reduces reliance on subjective pilot sightings. The study, published in the SAE International Journal of Aerospace, examined over 1.8 million piloted aircraft operations and nearly
A groundbreaking study conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) has shed light on the world of electric scooters. The study, initiated in September 2019, marked the first large-scale naturalistic driving study focused on e-scooter riders. Equipped with advanced research equipment, including forward-facing cameras, 50 scooters collected an impressive 9,000 miles of data from
The launch of Threads, Meta’s challenge to Twitter, was met with great enthusiasm, but its popularity has since dwindled. According to data from market analysis firm Sensor Tower, the average daily usage of Threads has plummeted by over 75% since its impressive debut on July 6. Initially, the platform garnered over 100 million sign-ups in
Under the scorching July sun, three men install solar panels on a house near the Kentucky River, a region known for its reliance on coal. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed by the U.S. government a year ago offers a 30% discount on solar panel installations through a tax credit, making clean energy an attractive
Amazon is implementing a return-to-office policy that mandates corporate workers to be present in the office for three days a week. As part of this policy, the tech giant is asking some employees in smaller offices to relocate to main offices situated in larger cities. Although Amazon has not disclosed the exact number of employees
Arizona researchers are utilizing advanced technology to gain insights into the effects of heatstroke on the human body and explore ways to protect ourselves in a warming planet. As the capital city of Phoenix endures its longest heat wave in history, with temperatures exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit for the 22nd consecutive day, a humanoid robot
A recent study published in the International Journal of Environment and Sustainable Development investigates the role of renewable energy microfinance in promoting financial inclusion and empowering vulnerable populations. Conducted by Andrea Gatto from Wenzhou-Kean University in Zheijiang, China, the research delves into the concept of energy microfinance and its potential to address the energy and