Global IT Investments Surge Driven by AI Demand

Global IT investments are projected to rise by 7.2% this year, reaching $5.26 trillion, according to an updated forecast from Gartner. By 2025, analysts predict an increase of 9.3% to $5.75 trillion. Spending on data center equipment is currently experiencing a surge of 35%, reaching $318 billion. Next year, the growth rate is expected to … Read more

AI Detects Animal Pain Through Facial Expressions

Determining whether animals are in pain often relies on observing their vocalizations. Chronic pain in animals may also manifest as reduced appetite or limited movement. However, accurately assessing the presence and severity of pain in animals requires significant experience. Researchers at the University of Florida have developed an AI that aims to identify pain through … Read more

Robots Learn Through Imitation and Experience at TU Wien

Researchers at TU Wien have developed a method that allows robots to learn tasks such as cleaning or sanding through imitation, similar to humans. This involves collecting data from a sponge equipped with force sensors and tracking markers, which is then fed into a neural network. Robots make our daily lives easier. In industry, they … Read more