Not only did they break the record, the University College London team absolutely broke it, reaching a speed that is a full fifth faster than the previous attempt. So, the UCL team managed to reach a rate of 178 terabits per second, which – if you want to get it …
Read More »Researchers Just set a new record for the fastest internet speed ever
The Internet has transformed most areas of our lives over the last few decades, and technology continues to improve: researchers are simply setting a new record for data transfer rates, recording an unbelievable speed of 178 terabits per second (Tbps). That’s about a fifth faster than the previous record, set …
Read More »White House asks Supreme Court to block Trump critics on Twitter
President Donald Trump uses a mobile phone during a roundtable discussion on reopening small businesses in the State Dining Room at the White House in Washington, USA, June 18, 2020. Leah Millis | Reuters The White House on Thursday asked the Supreme Court to overturn a lower court ruling that …
Read More »California fire added to Google Maps, Search
As fires blaze across California, local and federal officials see hope in providing more real-time information. Google announced Thursday that it is updating Maps and Search for detailed information on the size, boundaries and locations of US fires. “We’ve seen a bad uptick in fires,” said Google’s Ruha Devanesan. On …
Read More »Airbnb announced ‘world holiday ban’ in public health interest
People are celebrating on a rooftop in Kips Bay as the city continues Phase 4 from reopening due to restrictions imposed to slow down the spread of coronavirus on August 1, 2020 in New York City. Noam Galai | Getty Images Airbnb announced Thursday a worldwide ban on all parties …
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