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The Metaverse
How can we make sure the metaverse will be safer than the internet?
Questions are already being asked about security in the metaverse, as it could present new opportunities for phishing, identity theft and even spying.
Information Technology
Why don't people listen to health advice?
People who don't trust healthcare providers are less likely to get vaccinations. Rethinking the way that information is delivered is key to changing this.
The Metaverse
Will the metaverse lead to metawork?
Gen Z are most likely to see themselves using virtual spaces in their jobs. And only 16 percent of people don't see themselves working in the metaverse.
Cybersecurity
Why global harmonisation of cybersecurity would be music to everyone's ears
The three major areas that would benefit from industry-wide harmonization of cybersecurity regulations are data protection, interoperability and cost.
Nigeria
For 25 cents a day, poor Nigerians get a shot at science education
With millions of Nigerian children and their families facing poverty, the founder or Knosk believes STEM school with low fees could help Nigerians escape poverty.
Emerging Technologies
This new algorithm could help computers predict tipping points for the climate
Machine learning has faced difficulties in understanding dynamic systems, such as water movements. But a new algorithm is able to model such movements.
Information Technology
These AI tools are teaching themselves to improve how they classify images
MIT researchers have created a machine-learning model for image classification that uses synthetic data - and it can rival one trained on real data, they say.
Information Technology
Think tech globalisation is risky? Millions of developers disagree
Open source software has proven to mobilise developers, seeing them collaborate to address urgent threats but splintering the web will hurt those efforts.
Information Technology
How A Self-Taught Tech Activist Is Helping Girls Worldwide To Code
Information Technology
Machine learning is giving manufacturing a much-needed boost - here's how
Researchers surveyed 100 firms to see how they successfully use machine learning. Strong partnerships, data availability and trained employees are key.
The Metaverse
India could have a key role to play in building the metaverse. Here's why
Western tech companies may have popularized the concept, but – with its young population and growing tech economy – will the metaverse be built in India?
Quantum Computing
Quantum computing will change the cyber landscape, here's why we need proper governance
Quantum computing holds much promise over classical computing, but the technology needs proper governance to mitigate risks and misuse.
Digital Inclusion
How to improve digital inclusion with the power of mobile connectivity
The last two years have altered the world, and the lens through with we view it. And through all the change, mobile connectivity provided a steadying hand.
Information Technology
Not all digital distractions are negative - experts explain
A recent study has asked people to give their own perceptions on a shrinking attention span, and how mobile phones and social media could be to blame.
India
Access and equity: How technology tools are helping South Asians learn new skills
The importance of technology is growing globally. It can help South Asians expand skills and knowledge to build a better future, writes the World Bank's Cecile Fruman.
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