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  1. Computing

    Explainer: What is the internet?

    The internet is a massive structure made up of cables, routers, exchange points, data centers, cell towers, antennas and more. All sorts of devices share data using this network.

    By Kathryn Hulick
  2. Computing

    A new frontier awaits — computing with light

    Today’s computers process using electrical signals. But light shows promise as a new means of computing, especially for AI.

    By Kathryn Hulick
  3. Artificial Intelligence

    Google now adds watermarks to all its AI-generated content

    Google’s AI-created content now hosts an invisible “signature.” A mathematical key can reveal the presence of this digital watermark, called SynthID.

    By Kathryn Hulick
  4. Artificial Intelligence

    Scientists Say: Deepfake

    Seeing should no longer mean believing, now that AI tech makes creating fake videos, audio and images easier than ever.

    By Katie Grace Carpenter
  5. Artificial Intelligence

    The brain of a tiny worm inspired a new type of AI

    A liquid neural network mimics how neurons interact in the brain of a worm. This type of AI can better adapt to new situations.

    By Kathryn Hulick
  6. Computing

    Teen’s battle simulator could help Ukraine’s troops fend off attacks

    At the 2024 Regeneron ISEF, Volodymyr Borysenko showcased software he created to help Ukraine defend itself in ground attacks by Russia.

    By McKenzie Prillaman
  7. Physics

    Here’s why scientists want a good quantum computer

    These machines could tackle big problems in climate, medicine and more. But the tech is still in its infancy — and runs on truly strange physics.

    By Stephen Ornes
  8. Tech

    Bioelectronics research wins top award at 2024 Regeneron ISEF

    Three grand-award winners each took home at least $50,000. Hundreds more teens shared more than $9 million in prizes at the international competition.

    By McKenzie Prillaman
  9. Materials Science

    Scientists Say: Semiconductor

    Modern electronics, from cell phones to video games, work thanks to these conductor-insulator hybrids.

    By Katie Grace Carpenter
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