Computer Science

Scientists create energy-free superfast computing

Scientists create energy-free super fast computing

Superfast data processing using light pulses instead of electricity has been created by scientists. The invention uses magnets to record computer data which consume virtually...
A step closer to light-based brain-like computing chip

A step closer to light-based brain-like computing chip

Scientists have unveiled a new integrated photonic hardware that can store and process information in ways similar to that of the human brain. A team...

This hummingbird robot could soon go where drones can’t

What can fly like a bird and hover like an insect? Your friendly neighborhood hummingbirds. If drones had this combo, they would be able to...
This promising material could make computer memory faster and cheaper

This promising material could make computer memory faster and cheaper

In a new study, scientists have developed a new class of materials that may make computer memory faster and cheaper. The study was done by...
What deep learning reveals about Saturn’s storms

What deep learning reveals about Saturn’s storms

A "deep learning" approach to detecting storms on Saturn is set to transform our understanding of planetary atmospheres, according to University College London and...
Scientists discover design flaws in smart home Internet-of-Things devices

Scientists discover design flaws in “smart home” Internet-of-Things devices

Researchers at North Carolina State University have identified design flaws in "smart home" Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices that allow third parties to prevent devices from...
This chip mimics the brain for better computing

This chip mimics the brain for better computing

The brain’s capacity for simultaneously learning and memorizing large amounts of information while requiring little energy has inspired an entire field to pursue brain-like—or...
New computer chip could stop hacks before they start

New computer chip could stop hacks before they start

A new computer processor architecture developed at the University of Michigan could usher in a future where computers proactively defend against threats, rendering the...
Scientists boost quantum memory efficiency to over 85%

Scientists boost quantum memory efficiency to over 85%

In a new study, scientists have boosted quantum memory efficiency to over 85%. The new finding can help improve the performance of quantum computers. The research...
Within 50 years, the dead users may outnumber the living on Facebook

Within 50 years, the dead users may outnumber the living on Facebook

In a new study, researchers found that within 50 years, there will be more dead people than living people on Facebook. This trend may have...