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Blockchain Can Prevent Malicious Security Attacks in 5G Drones

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Blockchain Can Prevent Malicious Security Attacks in 5G Drones

November 23, 2021

Drones, Big Data, 5G, Privacy

Drones have become valuable assets for many military and civilian operations. However, with wider deployments come more privacy violations and security breaches, until now. Researchers believe that leveraging blockchain could enhance and simplify privacy preservation associated with data collection and analysis in 5G-enabled drones.

Efficient, Off-the-Grid Charging for Solar-Powered Electric Vehicles

November 16, 2021

power grid, Mobility, Energy, Transportation

Electric Vehicles (EVs) have become one of the most promising technologies in the fight to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, yet electrical grids are still powered by fossil fuels. That's why researchers are turning to solar power to help mitigate environmental concerns caused by EVs.

Navigating Maritime 5G Connectivity with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

November 8, 2021

Maritime, Drones, telecommunications, 5G

The maritime industry is crucial to the world economy, yet seamless connectivity is hard to come by. That's why researchers have started integrating unmanned aerial vehicles into existing maritime communication networks to create a smart ocean of opportunities.

Deep learning opens doors for next-generation ultrasounds

October 21, 2021

Deep Learning, Health, Artificial Intelligence

Ultrasound imaging is currently one of the most commonly used diagnostic procedures across many medical specialties, but issues remain and researchers have developed a new deep learning approach that could revolutionize many aspects of the field, from imaging to signal reconstruction.

Improving Data Privacy in Voice-Driven Technologies with Machine Learning

September 14, 2021

Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Privacy

AI and ML in voice-driven technologies have transformed the way societies around the world learn, work and function, but privacy issues remain and a new system could enhance data protection in speech publishing while preserving the analytical utility of the data.

The Race to 6G Has Already Begun

August 25, 2021

6G, Mobile

Top industry players are already gearing up for mobile networking’s sixth generation as a new industry survey finds that 6G will raise the bar even higher, delivering what prior generations could not.

A Federated Learning Model to Personalize and Secure Healthcare Diagnosis in Wearables

July 15, 2021

Health, Big Data, Wearables, Machine Learning, Privacy

A new federated learning framework could help create a more personalized healthcare experience for wearable devices that doesn’t risk compromising users’ privacy and security.

How Blockchain Can Solve the Growing E-Waste Problem

May 27, 2021

Devices & Systems

To address the growing electronic waste stream resulting from unwanted devices, a team in India has created an incentive-based management system using 5G and blockchain that tracks and monitors an electronic product throughout its entire lifecycle, from the point of manufacturing to the point a product is properly disposed.

Deep Learning Helps Autonomous Vehicles Operate in Extreme Weather

May 12, 2021

Deep Learning, Autonomous vehicles

Similar to human drivers, adverse weather conditions still pose as a major obstacle for autonomous vehicles (AVs). Using a deep learning framework, researchers have developed a new detection and tracking system aimed at solving how AVs “see” their surroundings.

Using VR and AI to Revolutionize How Archaeologists Discover Ancient Civilizations

March 30, 2021

Virtual reality, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

Without archaeological investigations, many of the historical sites we know today would remain a mystery. Using VR and AI, researchers have developed a system to revolutionize how archaeologists discover ancient civilizations