Biology inspires new AI algorithms in UJ research

Biology inspires new AI algorithms in UJ research

Researchers at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) have designed artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms based on biological processes that could improve AI functionality. In recent years, bio-inspired algorithms have received increasing attention by the research...
Intel debuts 10th Gen processors

Intel debuts 10th Gen processors

Intel has launched 11 new, highly integrated 10th Gen Intel Core processors designed for sleek 2 in 1s and laptops. The processors bring high-performance artificial intelligence (AI) to the PC at scale, feature new Intel Iris Plus graphics for stunning entertainment...
Business leaders not ready for a digital future

Business leaders not ready for a digital future

Many organisations are at serious risk of complacency, lacking the leadership required to grapple with the complexities of digital – especially in regard to their physical assets and infrastructure. Online surveys and in-depth interviews conducted by Aurecon...
Technology used to decode brain activity into speech

Technology used to decode brain activity into speech

Researchers have demonstrated a system that can translate brain activity into synthetic speech. Earlier projects have shown that it’s possible – although it took months to perform a task that most people do instantly. Now a complementary new study has seen...
The role of WhatsApp in strengthening and undermining democracy

The role of WhatsApp in strengthening and undermining democracy

A Nigerian report underlines the ways in which WhatsApp promoted the spread of “fake news” around elections, but also strengthened accountability and promoted inclusion in other areas. Researchers from the Centre for Democracy and Development (Nigeria) and...
Apollo 11 experiment still yields benefits today

Apollo 11 experiment still yields benefits today

One of the experiments the Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins left behind on the Moon continues to return fresh data to this day: arrays of prisms that reflect light back toward its source, providing plentiful insights. Along with the Apollo 11...