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Insider threats are one of the top security concerns facing large organizations

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Current and former employees, business partners, contractors—anyone with the right level of access to a company’s data—can pose a threat. The incidence of insider threats has increased in recent years, at a significant cost to companies. Jingrui He, associate professor in the School of Information Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, is addressing this problem Read more about Insider threats are one of the top security concerns facing large organizations[…]

Unrestricted access to cash during crisis and emergency situations

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The demand for cash increases in times of crisis since many people consider banknotes and coins to be a particularly safe way to keep money. Moreover, cash is the only instrument of payment that is largely independent of a technical infrastructure. It is therefore essential that, during a crisis, people can access cash, particularly when Read more about Unrestricted access to cash during crisis and emergency situations[…]

FABEX Saudi Arabia 2022

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FABEX Saudi Arabia alongside with Metal & Steel Saudi Arabia, since its inception in 2012, has cemented its position as the genuine business class event for steel, steel fabrication, metal processing, forming, cutting, welding, Automation, finishing machinery, equipment and tools. It is a convergence point for manufacturers, suppliers, machinery companies, consultants, engineers, agents, traders, distributers, and experts in Read more about FABEX Saudi Arabia 2022[…]

Benefits of EU single market for investment funds still largely unrealised

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The EU has a framework in place to establish a single market for investment funds across EU borders, and to ensure that EU citizens’ investments are protected. But not all of its ambitious goals have been achieved, says the European Court of Auditors in a special report published today, and many potential benefits for investors Read more about Benefits of EU single market for investment funds still largely unrealised[…]

Cost-cutting measures shook up the employer-employee relationship

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After cutbacks and layoffs, remaining employees were more likely to feel they were treated fairly if the companies invested in them – and morale was less likely to plunge, according to new research. Those investments can include training for workers, team-building exercises or improving company culture. Even keeping workloads manageable after layoffs can help employees’ Read more about Cost-cutting measures shook up the employer-employee relationship[…]

Neuroinformatics research has advanced the understanding of human cognition and brain networks

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People often think about human behavior in terms of what is happening in the present reading a newspaper, driving a car, or catching a football. But other dimensions of behavior extend over weeks, months, and years. Examples include a child learning how to read; an athlete recovering from a concussion; or a person turning 50 Read more about Neuroinformatics research has advanced the understanding of human cognition and brain networks[…]

Superposition of different perceptions

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In 1961, the Nobel prize winning theoretical physicist Eugene Wigner proposed what is now known as the Wigner’s friend thought experiment as an extension of the notorious Schroedinger’s cat experiment. In the latter, a cat is trapped in a box with poison that will be released if a radioactive atom decays. Governed by quantum mechanical Read more about Superposition of different perceptions[…]

EU Industry days 2021 – Digital transformation of the blue economy

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Haptic R&D Consulting will discover digitalization potential of your industry and establish new collaborations As a part of EU Industry days 2021, the University of Split is hosting the one-day virtual event “Digital transformation of the blue economy” which will take place on the 25th of March 2021. The event will gather SMEs, local businesses, startups, academia, decision-makers, representatives of government agencies as well Read more about EU Industry days 2021 – Digital transformation of the blue economy[…]

Haptic technology are gaining traction as new mediums of communication

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With the importance of non-contact environments growing due to COVID-19, tactile electronic devices using haptic technology are gaining traction as new mediums of communication. Haptic technology is being applied in a wide array of fields such as robotics or interactive displays, haptic gloves are being used for augmented information communication technology. Efficient piezoelectric materials that Read more about Haptic technology are gaining traction as new mediums of communication[…]

AI to uncover patterns in human behaviour

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Computer scientists have developed a way to measure staff comfort and concentration in flexible working spaces using artificial intelligence. While hot desking and activity-based working allow cost savings and greater flexibility – and are said to increase staff collaboration and satisfaction – studies also show the noise and lack of privacy can be distracting. With Read more about AI to uncover patterns in human behaviour[…]

EU invests over €10bn in innovative clean technologies

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EU innovative climate action, as announced today, has a range of benefits for the health and prosperity of Europeans with an immediate, tangible impact on people’s lives – from the creation of local green jobs and growth, to energy-efficient homes with a reduced energy bill, cleaner air, more efficient public transport systems in cities, and Read more about EU invests over €10bn in innovative clean technologies[…]

The world’s first human jump from the drone is accomplished

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Latvians have accomplished the world’s first human flight with the drone and jump at high altitude. On May 12, a 28-propeller drone built by Aerones has lifted a skydiver Ingus Augstkalns at a height of 330 metres, from where he accomplished the planned jump and landing with the parachute. Successful achievement shows the reliability and Read more about The world’s first human jump from the drone is accomplished[…]