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Robotic helper making mistakes? Just nudge it in the right direction

New research could allow a person to correct a robot’s actions in real-time, using the kind of feedback they’d give another human. Imagine that a robot is helping you clean the dishes. You ask it to grab a soapy bowl out of the sink, but its gripper slightly misses the mark. Using a new framework…

artificial intelligence, automation, Human-Robot Interaction, machine learning, Robotics

Valencia and Tallinn Join Forces to Launch a Global Startup Challenge to Mitigate the Impact of Natural Disasters

Startup Valencia and Estonia’s e-Residency Programme, in collaboration with the City Councils of Valencia and Tallinn, announce this global initiative at the 4YFN / MWC25 Barcelona event. Startup Valencia and e-Residency, the Estonian government’s programme for global entrepreneurs, in collaboration with the City Councils of Valencia and Tallinn, have announced the launch of the 'Valencia…

e-Residency, Urban Resilience, Valencia Innovation Capital

GSMA, Fira Circuit and Mobile World Capital Announce Partnership for New Technology Showcase at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya

Iconic motorsports venue to host connected and autonomous vehicle demonstrations and smart technology fan experiences GSMA today announced an exciting three-year partnership with Fira Circuit, a newly formed company owned by Fira de Barcelona which manages the activities at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, and Mobile World Capital, a public-private foundation that promotes the digital development of…

Autonomous Vehicles, Circuit de Catalunya, GSMA, MWC25, Smart Mobility

Technologies and Digital Transformation to Boost Global GDP by $11 Trillion by 2030

Connected Industries at MWC25 Barcelona to showcase the latest innovation for industry from AI-driven aviation systems and IoT-enabled automation in manufacturing to smart city infrastructures Ahead of MWC25 Barcelona, GSMA Intelligence has launched research highlighting a dramatic shift in the global economy, with advanced connectivity and mobile technologies to contribute $11 trillion to global GDP…

MWC25

New Ocelot chip makes strides in quantum computing

Based on "cat qubits," the technology provides a new way to reduce quantum errors. Scientists based at the AWS Center for Quantum Computing on Caltech's campus have made a leap forward in figuring out how to suppress errors in quantum computers, a pesky problem that continues to be the greatest hurdle to building the machines…

AWS, Cat Qubits, Error Correction, Quantum Computing, Superposition

Are we ready for the next global pandemic? AI here to help

AI advances could tackle future disease outbreaks, says international study. The COVID-19 crisis may already be a few years behind us. But questions inevitably arise if we’re adequately prepared for a future pandemic. AI is radically changing the way we live and work. It’s also poised to change research in infectious diseases. Can AI also…

Bletchley Park Exhibition Shows How World War II-Era Research Shaped Artificial Intelligence

Titled "The Age of A.I.," the show examines the technology’s 20th-century roots and spotlights its role in contemporary healthcare, environmental conservation, and the creative industries. Best known as the historic World War II-era codebreaking site, Bletchley Park in England is turning its attention to artificial intelligence. Bletchley Park’s Legacy in AI During World War II,…

Bletchley Park, History of AI

Las Rozas will host the World’s Smartest Cities at the Top7 Conference ICF in June

"Las Rozas continues to establish itself as a global benchmark in innovation, technological development, and talent attraction," says the city's mayor, José de la Uz. The city of Las Rozas is solidifying its status as an international leader in innovation and technological development. With a robust strategy for innovation and digital transformation, Las Rozas will…

Truly autonomous AI is on the horizon

A new algorithm significantly improves how AI can independently learn and uncover patterns in data Researchers have developed a new AI algorithm, called Torque Clustering, that is much closer to natural intelligence than current methods. It significantly improves how AI systems learn and uncover patterns in data independently, without human guidance. Torque Clustering can efficiently…

AI Algorithm, Technological Innovation, Unsupervised Learning

Tourist Destinations enforce cruise ship restrictions to combat overtourism

In addition to restrictive measures, some destinations are exploring alternatives to diversify their tourism offerings and reduce dependence on cruise ships. In recent years, various tourist destinations have implemented measures to regulate the arrival of cruise ships, aiming to mitigate the negative effects of mass tourism on their communities and natural environments. These actions address…