Why are we seeing more mass Big Tech outages? ⚡️
Plus scientists have created a 'brain-like' computer using water and salt 🧠
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From Greggs' pastries to WhatsApp messages, recent IT outages have affected a wide range of services, highlighting a growing trend of system failures as observed by Downdetector. Experts attribute this increase to added complexity within the internet's infrastructure driven by new technologies and regulatory demands. The consequences are felt widely, from individual disruptions to significant corporate downtime, as systems become more interconnected yet inherently unstable. This shift towards rapid technological innovation, while pushing boundaries, also introduces heightened risks of failures, emphasising the need for robust digital resilience in an era of escalating dependence on online services.
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In a significant scientific development, a team from Utrecht University and Sogang University has successfully created an artificial synapse that functions using water and salt, mimicking the brain's processing method. This breakthrough, detailed in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, showcases the first instance of a system using the same mediums as our brain to handle complex computations. This research not only demonstrates the potential of iontronic neuromorphic computing to emulate brain functions closely but also sets a promising foundation for developing more energy-efficient and capable computers, potentially altering the future of technology.
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