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The latest technology trends in data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence are shaping our very futures. But how? They have the potential to be both positive or negative, so a thorough understanding is crucial.

The fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) with wearable health devices has transformed how patients and providers monitor and manage health. Designed to be worn on the body, these electronic companions are extending beyond fitness trackers and into indispensable tools for holistic well-being and chronic disease management. 

The construction industry in the United States is facing a significant challenge: a talent shortage and a housing shortage. These two issues are interrelated, and they are making homeownership increasingly elusive for many. With a variety of industrial and economic factors affecting the severity of these challenges, they are having a major impact on the construction industry and the economy. However, the construction industry is on the brink of a technological revolution, with hope that innovative solutions will be able to address both the talent and housing shortages. 

Mitigating generative AI (GenAI) cybersecurity risks is now paramount as more challenges have arisen as employees adopt this technology in their processes. Unabated GenAI, including ChatGPT, security risks pose a serious threat.

The concept of smart cities has been around for decades, but with the rapid rise of new technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI), they have quickly become more prominent and capable. However, as smart cities expand around the world, they are also facing new cyberthreats from attackers looking to exploit vulnerabilities to access private data, interfere with operations, or seek financial gain. 

Space exploration has long been the domain of daring astronauts and sophisticated spacecraft. However, in recent years, a new breed of explorers has emerged, one that transcends human limitations to venture boldly into the unknown — robots. 

The future of aviation always depends upon the whims of the people and societal shifts amongst flyers. The rising international airline travel demand is one trend that is leading the rebound in the post-pandemic airline industry.

As new artificial intelligence technologies fundamentally and rapidly revolutionize the world, deepfakes have emerged as a potent force, blurring the lines between reality and fabrication. These AI-generated multimedia creations seamlessly manipulate images, videos, and audio content to depict individuals engaging in actions or speaking words they never actually did. While deepfakes have garnered attention for their use in entertainment and creative expression, their far-reaching implications and potential for malicious use demand proactive measures to ensure safety and privacy. 

In the constantly evolving landscape of social media, TikTok reached 1 billion users in just over five years, making it one of the fastest growing platforms ever. Because of its popularity, however, the platform has seen a deceptive wave of misinformation proliferating across the app that can mislead and confuse users. As major social media platforms and tech giants are facing questions about their role in allowing—and at times facilitating—the spread of misinformation, TikTok’s place in the social media market and popularity with younger users make it a prime target for scrutiny.

Pilots may soon have an extra set of eyes in the sky thanks to an emerging artificial intelligence-based technology. Air-Guardian is an AI copilot developed by researchers in MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory that aims to enhance human precision for safer aviation. Rather than act solely as an emergency backup, it is designed to work as a proactive partner for human pilots, providing real-time assistance and support during critical moments in flight.