How IBM’s cutting-edge A.I. put a losing soccer team on a winning streak
If you’ve seen the 2011 movie Moneyball, you’ll be familiar with the way that data crunching can be used to create a winning sport team against the odds. That's what IBM attempted recently when it turned the power of its Watson A.I. to improving the chances of a UK soccer team.
Many pioneers in computing were women of color. Here are 5 you should recognize
Women of color have been at the forefront of a number of groundbreaking computing endeavors. The history of computing is filled with the stories of their innovative contributions. In the spirit of Women’s History Month, we highlight the achievements of five of these extraordinary women.
IBM’s Q System One is the rock star quantum computing needs
Quantum computing is intriguing. It's also confusing, distant, and unfathomable, which means people often skip right by the topic. IBM's Q System One, shown at CES 2019, may not be a scientific breakthrough, but it finally gives everyone a reason to stop and stare.
IBM offers a peek at the future of quantum computing with the Q System One
IBM continues to invest in quantum computing for commercial applications with the unveiling of the fully integrated Q System One at CES 2019. An industry first, the Q System One is a completely integrated quantum computer aimed at commercial businesses looking to solve the world's toughest problems.
IBM’s new A.I. warns diabetes patients of dangerous blood sugar levels
IBM has teamed up with medical device maker Medtronic to develop a mobile app that’s designed to work as an early warning sign for people with diabetes about the dangers of 'going low' on their blood sugar levels. Here's how it works, and why it could literally prove to be a life-saver.
IBM’s wearable tech monitors your health by checking your hand strength
IBM has developed a fingernail sensor prototype, designed to measure your grip strength throughout the day. By analyzing this data using machine learning algorithms, changes can be monitored over time and potentially used to alert clinicians of possible health concerns.
Smell like Skynet: IBM creates an A.I. that will design the perfect perfume
IBM's research division has teamed up with master fragrance maker Symrise to create an artificial intelligence that's capable of developing new perfumes, courtesy of IBM’s impressive machine learning technology. Here's how it works, and what makes it so potentially versatile.
IBM’s drone concept knows when you want a coffee, and flies it to you
Meal-delivery drones have already been tested, but how about a system that delivers a coffee simply because it knows that's what you want? A recently granted patent from IBM describes using A.I. to learn a person's behavior and understand their body language to determine if a coffee is desired.
IBM’s Holodeck-style classroom tech makes language-learning apps look primitive
IBM Research and New York’s Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have teamed up to create a high tech and immersive way to learn a new language. With 360-degree screens and cutting-edge artificial intelligence, it totally reminds us of the Vulcan school from 2009's Star Trek.
Check out these cheesy TV ads for tech stuff from yesteryear
These days, tech firms spend millions of dollars on complex, multi-layered ad campaigns to market their latest wares. But just a few decades ago, such campaigns were as basic as the products they proffered. We've tracked down some of the best ads from yesteryear, many of them as cheesy as a fully loaded pizza.
The ‘world’s tiniest computer’ is smaller than a grain of rice. Much smaller.
Not to be outdone by IBM's "world smallest computer" revealed in March, a team at the University of Michigan is calling IBM's bluff with an even smaller computer that's "dwarfed by a grain of rice," measuring just 0.33mm on each side. Still, the Michigan team is now questioning the "computer" term.
IBM’s new supercomputer doesn’t just take orders — it can argue back
Robots are finally smart enough to understand humans and talk back. By leveraging artificial intelligence, IBM's Project Debater is a supercomputer that can take on human opponents in a debate -- and win! Although humans have better delivery, Project Debater was able to make better arguments with more facts.
IBM and the Department of Energy show off the world’s fastest supercomputer
IBM and the Department of Energy have teamed up to create the world's fastest and most powerful supercomputer. Code named Summit, it will be used for machine learning and artificial intelligence research at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Big things do come in small packages. Here’s the tiniest tech in the world
Check out the coolest miniature tech, from super small phones to computers that can get lost among grains of sand. It's a crazy world of tiny tech out there, and you won't believe what some people have downsized in the name of science! Let's take a look.
IBM banned USB drives. Is it the future of security or a knee-jerk reaction?
With the implementation of the GDPR, more companies than ever are looking to better protect their data and that of their customers. But are they going about it in the right way? Kingston believes that the recent announcement of IBM's outright ban on physical media isn't taking the right tack in protecting digital information.
IBM clamps down on leaks, bans workers from using external storage
A leaked advisory written by chief information security officer Shamla Naidoo says all employees and facilities scattered across the globe will be banned from using external storage devices like flash drives and SD cards in the coming weeks. The reason? Possible financial and reputational damage.
You may never own a quantum computer, but IBM will still let you use one
There’s currently only a small number of people who have good reason to take advantage of the power of quantum computing, and they’re spread all over the globe. IBM is making sure that they all have the opportunity to work with its standout quantum hardware, thanks to its cloud-based IBM Q platform.
IBM’s blockchain for jewelry will steer consumers clear of blood diamonds
Outside of cryptocurrency, IBM's use of blockchain in jewelry manufacturing will give greater transparency to this business and help consumers choose ethically sourced gems. Consumers will soon be able to scan a QR code using their smartphone to see the origins and manufacturing of their jewelry.
Hackers are now favoring ransomware over personal data theft
A recent report released by Intel's X-Force Threat Intelligence team suggests that hackers are leaning more towards ransomware.
IBM’s Watson will make headlines at the Masters tournament
Thanks to Watson, you'll now have an artificially intelligent tool that can help you catch up on all the action at the Masters tournament.
IBM’s blockchain-ready CPU is smaller than a grain of salt, costs just 10 cents
IBM kicked off its Think 2018 conference today with a bombshell announcement: It has made the world's smallest computer, and it's designed from the ground up to work with the blockchain.
IBM breaks law by allegedly firing older workers for young ones, report says
A recent report suggests that IBM is firing older employees for younger workers to better compete with its fiercest competitors.
Superbugs may meet their match in this bacteria-busting molecule
Scientists have created a synthetic molecule capable of killing five types of superbugs with limited side effects. Their hope is that this molecule can be used to create antimicrobial drugs capable of treating antibiotic-resistant infections.
A ‘flying brain’ is going to help out on the space station this summer
CIMON the "flying brain" is heading to the International Space Station this summer to show off its A.I. smarts and assist crew members with a range of tasks.
IBM and MIT are working together to make sure A.I. isn’t our downfall
The newly established MIT-IBM Watson A.I. Lab is set to foster new advances in A.I. – and make sure that the tech doesn’t blow up in our faces.
20-qubit IBM Q quantum computer could double its predecessor’s processing power
IBM has announced that the next generation of its IBM Q platform will give users access to a 20-qubit processor.
The weirdest, coolest, and most influential ThinkPads of the last 25 years
ThinkPads have earned a reputation for reliability thanks in part to the careful engineering that goes into every one -- even the weird ones.
First image leaks of Retro ThinkPad show off its old-school style
The first image of the Retro ThinkPad has apparently been leaked, showing off some of the more trademark old-school ThinkPad elements
Watson tracked every serve, set, and save to show you the best of the U.S. Open
For 25 years, IBM worked with the USTA to offer insight into the action of the U.S. Open. Now, Watson is giving fans truly unprecedented access.
Lend researchers computing power and they’ll use it to study your microbiome
IBM has teamed up with medical researchers to form the Microbiome Immunity Project, which borrows your computing power to study your insides.
IBM is cutting deep-learning processing times from days down to hours
IBM's distributed deep learning software offers up improvements to the processing time and accuracy of large-scale analysis.
With iPhone 8 frenzy peaking, Apple climbs toward trillion dollar market cap
Also today: Google may have deleted a key feature on the Pixel 2 phones, IBM touts breakthrough for storing data - on tapes?
IBM and Sony's new palm-sized tape prototype can store 330 terabytes of data
IBM and Sony have developed a new standard of magnetic tape technology which can offer up to 330TB of storage per cartridge.
IBM wants to change IoT and car security by testing throughout the product's life
IBM is combining its Watson platform with X-Force Red penetration testing to offer new, pro and reactive security testing for IoT devices.