Scientists identify benefits, challenges to using film in public health research

The research community is increasingly recognizing video as more than just a medium to disseminate scientific findings after a study's conclusion. A powerful tool, film can engage study participants and become an integral part of the scientific process, when deployed thoughtfully. To guide this emerging practice, University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health scientists performed the first review of studies on use of film in public health research.

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Nanocatalyst makes heavy work of formic acid

Researchers have reported a nanocatalyst that is able to produce hydrogen isotope compounds D2 and HD via the heterogeneous dehydrogenation of formic acid in the presence of heavy water. Amine groups on the catalyst support provided a handle for tuning the selectivity of the reaction through their basicity. It is hoped that the reported process, which is appropriate for large-scale production, can be used to improve the accessibility of deuterated materials worldwide.

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First systematic review and meta-analysis suggests artificial intelligence may be as effective as health professionals at diagnosing disease

Artificial intelligence (AI) appears to detect diseases from medical imaging with similar levels of accuracy as health-care professionals, according to the first systematic review and meta-analysis, synthesizing the available evidence from the scientific literature.

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Instagram, Facebook Ban 'Miracle' Diet Posts, but That's Only a First Step

Instagram and Facebook recently announced they will block users under age 18 from seeing posts that promote certain weight loss products or cosmetic procedures.

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Lyft App to Display US Ride-Hail Alternatives as Congestion Concerns Mount

Lyft said a new version of the app would be pushed to users on Tuesday.

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36% smaller firms witnessed data breaches in 2019 globally: Survey

Around 36 per cent of small businesses have been victims of data breaches in 2019 globally, a new survey said on Wednesday.

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Netflix Set for Worst Quarter Since 2012 as Competition Looms

Shares of Netflix dropped nearly 4 percent on Tuesday and were on track for their deepest quarterly decline in seven years after two analysts added to growing worries about an impending wave of competition from Walt Disney and other rivals.

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Mario Kart Tour Now Available to Download (and Play) on Android, iOS

Mario Kart Tour is now live to download and play on Android and iOS.

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Xiaomi Redmi 8A with 5000mAh battery launched in India: Price, specs and more

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has expanded its Redmi A series smartphone lineup in India with the launch of Redmi 8A. The handset is the successor to the Redmi 7A and comes with improvements in terms of design, camera and battery and more.

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US securities chief 'not prepared' to say if Facebook's Libra a security

US securities chief 'not prepared' to say if Facebook's Libra a security

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How 5G has made Reliance Jio 'friends' with Airtel and Vodafone

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Microsoft says over 900 million devices using Windows 10

The company is expected to edge closer to 1 billion-mark by 2020.

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Facebook 'allows' politicians to break rules on social media

Facebook has exempted politicians from its third-party fact-checking programme, saying its efforts to curb fake news and misinformation don't apply to politicians globally.

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Amazon announces initiative to make different voice assistants compatible

US tech multinational Amazon announced that it will lead an initiative to make different voice assistants like Alexa and Cortana compatible among themselves and with all the different mobile devices on the market, a move for which the firm has obtained the support of more than 30 companies.

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Harnessing data tops Indian firms' list: Ex-Adobe executive

Enterprises in India today not only command a much cleaner grasp of Artificial Intelligence (AI) but also have a better understanding of data security and a hybrid architecture model in delivering "individualised" customer experiences, ex-Adobe India senior executive Kulmeet Bawa has said.

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Kik Shuts Down Messaging App Amid Kin Cryptocurrency Battle With US SEC

Kik, a popular messaging app for young smartphone users, is shutting down as the company focuses on a legal battle over its cryptocurrency funding round.

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Alibaba unveils its first A.I. chip as China pushes for its own semiconductor technology

Huawei has also unveiled its own AI chips highlighting how China's technology giants are pushing the country's homegrown semiconductor industry.

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Microsoft's Project xCloud Game Streaming Service Public Preview Registrations Open in Select Regions

Microsoft's bid on mobile gaming via the cloud will be in the public eye soon, at least in the US, UK, and South Korea.

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TRAI wants telcos to build consensus on call timer as interim measure: Sources

A senior Airtel official maintained that the company has not formally been informed about Jio's decision, which in any case is unacceptable to it.

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YouTube Creators Hit by Massive Wave of Account Hijacks: Report

The YouTube account hacks said to be the result of hackers use phishing emails to lure victims on fake Google login pages.

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Gmail Dark Theme Now Rolling Out on Android and iOS

Google has begun the rollout of dark theme in the Gmail app for Android and iOS.

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Amazon Launches Initiative to Bundle Virtual Assistants on Single Device

Notable exclusions from Amazon's initiative are Google Assistant, Apple's Siri, and Samsung's Bixby.

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iOS 13 and iPadOS Affected by Third-Party Keyboard Bug, Apple Warns, Says Fix Incoming

Apple is warning users that there is a bug in the iOS 13 and iPadOS involving third-party keyboards. The company has said that it is working on a fix and an upcoming software update will roll it out to iOS and iPadOS users.

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