New MIT protocol protects sensitive data during cloud-based computation

Deep-learning models have found applications across various industries, from healthcare diagnostics to financial forecasting. However, their high computational demands often require powerful cloud-based servers. This dependency on cloud computing raise… Continue reading New MIT protocol protects sensitive data during cloud-based computation

Rethinking privacy: A tech expert’s perspective

Data privacy has become one of the most pressing challenges of our time, but it didn’t happen overnight. The proliferation of data collection, coupled with the rise of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, has m… Continue reading Rethinking privacy: A tech expert’s perspective

‘Brain-breaking’ glass bricks are 3D printed, reusable, and strong

Using a 3D printer that works with molten glass, researchers forged LEGO-like glass bricks with a strength comparable to concrete. The bricks could have a role in circular construction in which materials are used over and over again.Continue ReadingCat… Continue reading ‘Brain-breaking’ glass bricks are 3D printed, reusable, and strong

Superconductivity breakthrough: ‘Edge state’ atoms flow friction-free

MIT scientists have coaxed atoms into an exotic “edge state” for the first time, allowing them to flow completely friction-free. The breakthrough could lead to better superconductor materials.Continue ReadingCategory: Physics, ScienceTags: Particle phy… Continue reading Superconductivity breakthrough: ‘Edge state’ atoms flow friction-free

Superconductivity breakthrough: ‘Edge state’ atoms flow friction-free

MIT scientists have coaxed atoms into an exotic “edge state” for the first time, allowing them to flow completely friction-free. The breakthrough could lead to better superconductor materials.Continue ReadingCategory: Physics, ScienceTags: Particle phy… Continue reading Superconductivity breakthrough: ‘Edge state’ atoms flow friction-free

Fasting’s effects on stem cells linked to increased cancer risk

A new study from MIT has revealed the exact mechanism by which fasting causes intestinal stem cells to regenerate, which is one of the practice’s benefits. However, the study also showed a downside that needs to be considered when breaking a fast.Conti… Continue reading Fasting’s effects on stem cells linked to increased cancer risk

Under-skin implant dispenses naloxone to prevent opioid overdose deaths

When someone overdoses on opioids, it’s critically important that they receive a dose of the opioid-reversing drug naloxone as soon as possible – otherwise, death is a distinct possibility. That’s where a new implant comes in, as it automatically dispe… Continue reading Under-skin implant dispenses naloxone to prevent opioid overdose deaths

Hackaday Links: July 28, 2024

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What is this dystopia coming to when one of the world’s largest tech companies can’t find a way to sufficiently monetize a nearly endless stream of personal data coming from …read more Continue reading Hackaday Links: July 28, 2024

Seawater-slurping hydrogen reactor able to power a sub for 30 days

MIT scientists have discovered an intriguing new way to produce hydrogen fuel, using just soda cans, seawater and coffee grounds. The team says the chemical reaction could be put to work powering engines or fuel cells in marine vehicles that suck in se… Continue reading Seawater-slurping hydrogen reactor able to power a sub for 30 days

Implantable mic says sayonara to external cochlear implant hardware

While cochlear implants do indeed allow some deaf people to hear, they also incorporate potentially problematic external components located on the side of the head. That could soon change, however, thanks to an experimental new implantable microphone.C… Continue reading Implantable mic says sayonara to external cochlear implant hardware