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A year ago, researchers at Bielefeld University showed that their software endowed the walking robot Hector with a simple form of consciousness. Their new research goes a step further: they have now developed a software architecture that could enable Hector to see himself as others see him.

JetBrains is developing a cross-platform IDE for C# that could serve as a potential rival to Microsoft’s own Visual Studio IDE. Code-named Project Rider, the IDE constitutes a .Net IDE from JetBrains and leverages the company’s IntelliJ and ReSharper development technologies. Early features include smart navigation and

So what’s the key to success on Instagram? According to Instagram itself: “There’s no big secret to creating content for Instagram—good and effective creative is just good creative. The same creative principles that apply to any marketing channel apply to Instagram, like being well branded, concept-driven, well crafted and

As the sole designer on my team, I sometimes have trouble managing my workload. At the time of this writing, I support a team of nine back-end developers and research engineers at Canfield Scientific. They focus on PHP, JavaScript, databases, servers, security, and algorithms. I focus on

This video game image released by Square Enix shows a scene from “Hitman.” (Square Enix via AP) The creators of “Hitman” are pulling the trigger on an unorthodox way of releasing their espionage saga that could reshape how the interactive industry approaches video game launches. “Hitman” publisher

In the chaotic two years after its name became forever associated with nuclear disaster, the Fukushima Daiichi power plant “resembled a field hospital”, according to the man who is now in charge of the most daunting task the nuclear industry has ever faced: removing hundreds of tons

From smart locks to smart light, home technology is getting magical. The addition of newest devices and apps are simplifying tasks, making better use of resources, and transforming the way we live—just at a click from your smart phones. Using internet, you can now assemble your favorite

Millions of businesses have flocked to Facebook to promote their brand, services – just this week, The Social Network announced that it now has over 3 million active advertisers. Facebook company Pages are an easy, cost-effective way to get your name out there – but with so many brands