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Adam Porter has been appointed co-executive director of the University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing (UM-IHC), effective July 28, 2024. Porter is a professor of computer science at the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) and, since 2015, has served as executive director of the Fraunhofer USA Center Mid-Atlantic, an applied research center affiliated with UMCP. Adam PorterIn his new role, Porter will co-lead UM-IHC, an academic medical research institute in North Bethesda, Maryland, that will serve as a hub for medical computing innovation and collaboration for Montgomery County. When established in November 2022, UM-IHC will bring together the…
After three years of VR exclusivity, Meta released the successor to the Meta Quest 2 in 2023. The Meta Quest 3 was pretty much what we expected, with a few exceptions, one of which was a $200 price increase from the Quest 2’s $299.However, rumors suggest that the Meta Quest 3s (which may also be called the Meta Quest 3 Lite) will likely launch for $199 or $299 in the second half of 2024. From what we know, it looks like the Meta Quest 3s will be powered by the same powerful Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chipset as the Meta…
Assistant Professor Floris van Breugel and postdoctoral researcher David Stupski discovered that the flies’ automatic behaviour involves lowering altitude and repeatedly making sharp turns in a fixed direction. This shows that flying flies can assess wind conditions and evolve strategies to find smells (leading to food sources) using a strategy that works well in those conditions. The flies don’t just have a preprogrammed response to smells, they respond contextually. This knowledge could potentially be applied to train more advanced algorithms for smell-sensing drones to spot chemical leaks. Credit: Chris Moran What makes a fly fly in circles when the air…
Today’s dairy farmer is drowning in data. With sensors and smart devices tracking everything from milk production to cow activity, the amount of data generated on a modern dairy farm is staggering.However, for many farmers, analyzing data and extracting valuable, actionable insights remains a challenge. So how can you get the most value out of your farm data?Step 1: Collect dataDairy farms are experiencing an explosion in data generation thanks to systems such as herd management software, milking robots, cow activity monitors, feed tracking systems, etc. These are valuable tools to automate data collection, but the amount of data generated…
The blockchain industry is on an unprecedented growth trajectory, predicted to leap from US$20.1 billion in 2024 to a staggering US$248.9 billion by 2029. Driven by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 65.5%, this rapid expansion highlights the transformative potential of blockchain technology across various sectors. Driving the rapid growth of blockchain The integration of cloud-based solutions and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is propelling blockchain adoption to new heights. Cloud-based blockchain solutions offer remote access and cost efficiency, while AI and ML increase operational efficiency. These advancements meet the growing demand for…
The Substrate blockchain now supports Move smart contracts, Move parachains are now available on Polkadot, and Eiger has integrated MoveVM with Substrate and introduced the “smove” tool for managing gas costs. In a recent announcement, Move smart contracts have been integrated into Substrate, the leading blockchain software development kit (SDK) for the parachains that make up the Polkadot network. This integration enables developers to build on Polkadot using Move parachains. Led by Eiger, this development extends the capabilities of Substrate-based networks through the Move Virtual Machine (MoveVM), providing new opportunities for blockchain development. see next Move VM 🤝 Substrate The…
The Substrate blockchain now supports Move smart contracts, Move parachains are now available on Polkadot, and Eiger has integrated MoveVM with Substrate and introduced the “smove” tool for managing gas costs. In a recent announcement, Move smart contracts have been integrated into Substrate, the leading blockchain software development kit (SDK) for the parachains that make up the Polkadot network. This integration enables developers to build on Polkadot using Move parachains. Led by Eiger, this development extends the capabilities of Substrate-based networks through the Move Virtual Machine (MoveVM), providing new opportunities for blockchain development. see next Move VM 🤝 Substrate The…
Recent high-profile hacks, including the hacking of Jeff Bezos’ phone and the Twitter accounts of Bill Gates and Elon Musk, have highlighted how vulnerable the wealthy are to cyberattacks. But billionaires aren’t the only ones being targeted by cybercriminals on their personal devices and in their homes. Wealth managers, family offices and corporate executives are turning to cybersecurity concierge services for a higher level of defense.Matthias Kulka | Image Bank | Getty ImagesAs cybercriminals increasingly target the wealthy, cybersecurity concierges have become the new must-have for business owners and their families.While companies spend billions on cybersecurity, personal and home devices…
This week we tracked over 65 tech funding deals totaling over €685 million, 5+ exits, M&A deals, rumors and related news across Europe. In addition to the top financial news for the week, we’ve also indexed the most important industry-related news items you need to know. If you prefer email, you can always subscribe to our newsletter and get a more robust version of this roundup delivered to your inbox. Either way, we’ll keep you updated. 💸 Notable large funding rounds 🇳🇱 RE&UP Recycling Technologies secures €70 million from Proparco to advance circularity in the fashion and textile industry 🇨🇭…
Share this story Copy link Link copied! Email Facebook LinkedIn twitter WhatsApp Reddit Postdoctoral researchers Vivek Gupta and Chenhao Wang operate the Aerobat robot at Northeastern University’s EXP research facility on the Boston campus. Photo by Alyssa Stone/Northeastern University This week at Northeastern University, Alireza Ramezani, an associate professor of electrical and computer engineering, unveiled an innovative aerial robot designed to fly in small, cramped spaces that would normally be a challenge for most drones. Additionally, as part of the Boston Summer Youth Employment Program, Northeastern University is helping 200 teens and young adults connect with hundreds of local employers.…