Saudi Arabia is embracing its passion for gaming and eSports, with a particular focus on cultivating local game developers. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s investment strategy for the Savvy Games Group reflects the nation’s commitment to this industry. As part of this endeavor, the Gamers8 festival in Riyadh features a museum of video game history
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Robots based on soft materials have shown great potential in replicating the appearance, movements, and abilities of humans and animals. However, the production of soft robots on a large scale has been hindered by the high cost of their components and complex fabrication processes. Addressing these challenges, researchers at the University of Coimbra in Portugal
The smart and wearable electronic devices market has been experiencing rapid growth, bringing attention to the need for next-generation energy storage systems that not only store energy but also possess color-changing properties. Unfortunately, existing electrochromic devices suffer from low electrical conductivity, resulting in inefficient electron and ion mobility as well as limited storage capacities. These
A team of researchers from UCL has recently developed an innovative method to determine the attention levels of drivers using auto-pilot mode and their readiness to respond to warning signals. The study, published in Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications, suggests that eye movements can be used to detect how focused drivers are on their on-screen
Artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated various facets of our lives, prompting questions about the evolving nature of machines. As AI systems acquire vast amounts of knowledge and respond with human-like nuances, a prominent query arises: are computers on the verge of becoming sentient beings? While skeptics argue that computers lack the capacity to experience emotions
The transportation industry plays a significant role in global greenhouse gas emissions, making it essential to explore alternative solutions. According to a recent study conducted by the Oeko-Institut, the availability of a well-performing and extensive charging network by 2035 could pave the way for a 100% increase in new registrations of battery electric trucks. This
Canada is currently facing a climate emergency, and it is evident that immediate action is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to more sustainable transportation options. However, without adequate infrastructure to support electric vehicles (EVs) or cycling as a commuting option, these alternatives will remain inconvenient and unsafe for the majority of Canadians.
California’s summer in San Francisco has brought with it a dichotomy between locals who have become accustomed to driverless cars and awe-struck tourists desperately trying to capture this long-promised vision of the future on their smartphones. Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet (Google’s parent company), and General Motors owned Cruise are operating fleets of autonomous vehicles
One of the iconic personal computers built by Apple and personally signed by co-founder Steve Wozniak has recently been sold at an auction for a staggering price of over $223,000. This Apple-1 computer, which has been meticulously restored to its fully operational state, came with a unique custom case equipped with a built-in keyboard. The
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our lives, driving significant improvements in various fields. From large language models to autonomous cars, AI has revolutionized the way we interact with technology. At the heart of these advancements are neural networks, which are inspired by the human brain and its ability to learn and