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Improving Data Privacy in Voice-Driven Technologies with Machine Learning

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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

Creating Smarter Cities Using Artificial Transportation Systems

March 4, 2021

Virtual reality, IoT, Smart Cities, Transportation

Mobility continues to be one of the greatest challenges for smart cities, so researchers have developed a system that not only improves current transportation management but also expands the opportunities for building better-connected cities.

Touchdown on Mars: A New Era for Space Exploration

February 11, 2021

Drones, Space, Robotics, 4IR

After a six-month space journey, two rovers and one orbiter sent by three countries are set to make history as they touchdown on Mars. As history shows though, navigating the planet is no easy task.

Secure Transport of COVID-19 Vaccines with IoT Cold Chain Monitoring

January 20, 2021

Health, IoT, 4IR, Transportation

Many vaccines, like those for COVID-19, must be kept cold. To prevent waste and breaches in the cold chain system, researchers have developed an IoT monitoring system that tracks the temperature and location of vaccines from the manufacturing plant to the patient's arm.

New Drone-Based System Supports Mobile Robots at Fulfilment Centers

December 15, 2020

Drones, Robotics, 4IR

As e-commerce companies look to modernize fulfilment centers, researchers believe drones could be the next phase of logistics and inventory management to streamline operations.