Joshua ShavitDec 27, 2022Researchers discover method to put an end to gender biases on the internetAccording to experts, many internet algorithms are based on stereotypes, leading them to associate the sciences with masculinity.
Joshua ShavitJun 30, 2022Google searches are effective predictors of domestic violence, research findsStudy finds that Google searches are an effective tool to track and predict domestic violence, especially in times of crisis.
Joseph ShavitJun 2, 2022A ‘Goldilocks amount’ of time spent online could be good for teenagers’ wellbeingNew research from Trinity College has found further evidence of a relationship between online engagement and mental wellbeing in teenagers.
Joseph ShavitMay 3, 2022Fermilab researchers achieve quantum teleportationScientists are edging closer to making a super-secure, super-fast quantum internet possible having teleported quantum data over 27 miles.
Joseph ShavitApr 2, 2022Google autocomplete helps mislead public, legitimize conspiracy theorists: researchers sayGoogle algorithms place innocuous subtitles on prominent conspiracy theorists, which mislead the public and amplify extremist views.
Joshua ShavitDec 20, 2021The router in your home might be intercepting some of your Internet traffic -- for a good reasonThe router in your home might be intercepting some of your Internet traffic and sending it to a different destination.
Joseph ShavitSep 22, 2021Using internet in retirement boosts cognitive functionUsing the internet during your retirement years can boost your cognitive function, a new study has found.
Joshua ShavitAug 26, 2021New technology could bring the fastest version of 5G to your home and workplaceConsumers of today's 5G cellphones may have experienced one of the following tradeoffs: impressive download speeds with spotty coverage