Researchers from the University of Zurich, have created neuromorphic chips that can mimic the way a human brain will process information in real-time.--With the assistance of an artificial sensory processing system, these chips are able to display cognitive abilities.---Giacomo Indiveri, professor at the Institute of Neuroinformatics (INI), of the University of Zurich and ETH … [Read more...] about This Computer Chip Can Think Like a Human Brain
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Supreme Court Rules Border Patrol Agents Have Immunity from Private Excessive Force Lawsuits
Supreme Court Rules Border Patrol Agents Have Immunity from Private Excessive Force Lawsuits The Supreme Court found that Border Patrol agents cannot be personally sued by private citizens claiming excessive force.The case stems from an altercation between Washington business owner Robert Boule and CBP officer Erik Egbert. Boule ran the Smuggler’s Inn, a bed-and-breakfast near the U.S.-Canada border. While … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Rules Border Patrol Agents Have Immunity from Private Excessive Force Lawsuits
Former Marine General Investigated For Illegal Lobbying
Investigators allege he knowingly participated in and profited from a conspiracy to sway US foreign policy John R. Allen, a retired marine corps four-star general who previously led U.S. forces in Afghanistan and has ties to former Secretary John Forbes Kerry is under investigation for illegally lobbying on behalf of Qatar, according to court documents. He is being investigated for violations of the “Foreign … [Read more...] about Former Marine General Investigated For Illegal Lobbying
CDC Announces End of COVID-19 Testing Requirement
‘The COVID-19 pandemic has now shifted to a new phase,’ officials told the media The federal government will no longer require air travelers to test negative for COVID-19 before entering the United States. The new comes after the travel industry struggled to adapt to COVID-19 regulations for over two years. “The Biden administration on Friday announced that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will no … [Read more...] about CDC Announces End of COVID-19 Testing Requirement