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  • Robot apocalypse unlikely, but researchers need to understand AI risks

    Recent concerns from tech luminaries about a robot apocalypse may be overblown, but artificial intelligence researchers need to start thinking about security measures as they build ever more intelligent machines, according to a group of AI experts.

    Written by Grant Gross01 July 15 03:54
  • Cuba's pending tech revolution

    Cuba is on the threshold of getting, potentially, a massive technology upgrade, thanks to a US decision to ease economic sanctions. But this tiny island nation needs a lot of work.

    Written by Patrick Thibodeau17 Jan. 15 08:24
  • Researchers, medical workers seek tech answers to Ebola outbreak

    WORCESTER, Mass. -- Researchers in robotics will meet with health care and aid workers around the country Friday to get ideas on how technology could help fight the deadly Ebola outbreak, as well as the spread of other dangerous viruses.

    Written by Sharon Gaudin08 Nov. 14 06:40
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