Computer scientists have invented an ‘intelligent’ shoe which helps visually-impaired people avoid obstacles. The product called InnoMake, worth €3,200, was developed by Austrian company Tec-Innovation, supported by Graz University of Technology (TU Graz). The product is made up of waterproof…
Artists and Activists Urge Spotify to Rule Out “Invasive” Voice Recognition Technology
A coalition of musicians and human rights groups persuaded music streaming company Spotify to secure against possible use of speech recognition tool it recently developed to suggest songs— painting the technology as ‘creepy’ and ‘invasive’. Earlier this year, Sweden-based Spotify…
New Report Finds that School Apps are Sharing Students’ Data with Third Parties
During the COVID-19 pandemic, educational institutions shifted their services to the digital world in an unprecedented rate to educate students safely. These digital tools have taken up the students’ data, suffered security breaches and generally mishandled their students’ personal…
Research Shows Online Diversity is Reducing Significantly
According to new research, the amount of distinctive sources and voices on the internet is proving to be in long-term decline. A paper titled ‘Evolution of diversity and dominance of companies in online activity’ published in PLOS One scientific journal…
New Research Helps Detect Possible Signs of Autism in Toddlers
In the U.S. alone, 1 in 5 children are diagnosed in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is a complicated developmental condition involving challenges in social interactions, nonverbal communication, repetitive behaviors and speech. Early diagnosis is vital for therapy and treatment.…
New Algorithm Makes Use of Online Learning for Large Cell Datasets
Scientists have been trying to figure out how to determine the numerous types of cells present in our organs that contribute to our health. A recent technique referred to as ‘single-cell sequencing’ is allowing researchers identify and classify cell types…