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Essential sci-tech reading for the weekend including robots, lasers, deep learning and finding the fastest-growing companies in tech.
Scientists find the only answer to laser chaos is quantum chaos
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In an effort to make ultra-powerful, stable lasers, an international research team has brought ‘quantum chaos’ into the mix.
Has the cryptocurrency gold rush come to an end? Nvidia thinks so
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Nvidia says the demand for its graphics chips from cryptocurrency miners has plummeted.
Unrest at Google as employees protest Chinese search engine project
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Hundreds of Google staff are upset at the company’s alleged decision to create a censored version of its search engine for the Chinese market.
Intel plans a big future for deep learning on every platform
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In acquiring Vertex.AI for its Movidius unit, Intel is envisioning a tomorrow where deep learning will feature in many aspects of business.
Are you one of the fastest-growing tech firms in Ireland?
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If you are behind a fast-growing tech firm in Ireland, then the Deloitte 2018 Technology Fast 50 Awards want you!
Google clarifies its location tracking help page for confused users
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While Google hasn’t changed how its location tracking works, it has edited a help page explaining the system.
New super-battery that doesn’t catch fire described as a ‘paradigm shift’
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The latest rechargeable battery technology could drastically improve the capabilities of mobile phones and electric vehicles.
7 HR companies making a difference in the world of work
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There’s a lot we need to improve about the working world. Luckily, there are plenty of companies trying to make a difference.
Children are more easily influenced by robots than humans, study finds
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A study comparing how adults and children respond to tasks set by robots showed the incredible power of technology over young people.
Ireland’s 250,000th dot-IE address has been registered
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The Wicklow Street Clinic brings the dot-IE website number to 250,000.
