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University of Washington Establishes Reality Lab VR Center in Seattle

Virtual Reality is no longer the stuff of novels and movies. The technology is moving into the mainstream, and now it’s getting a boost from academia—with the support of Big Tech. Google, Facebook and Huawei all recently kicked in $2 million each to fund a new VR and AR (augmented reality) research lab at the […]

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The Real Value Of Being In A Stadium

Chick-fil-a is closed on Sundays.  It’s a practice that has been in place for the company since 1946, and continues to this day. So why did they choose to open a store inside the Atlanta Falcons’ billion dollar stadium? In the 2017-2018 season alone, the Falcons only have one home game that is not played […]

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How Google’s Artificial Intelligence Is Baking Chocolate Chip Cookies

The idea of applying Google's AI technology to baking cookies started one day at lunch. A member of the team working on AI in Pittsburgh, Greg Kochanski was concerned that the technology would ultimately only be used for large corporate applications. He wanted something more real-world. From that conversation grew the Google cookie experiment. The […]

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The IOT Is Transforming Predictive Maintenance

Predictive Maintenance is getting a whole lot easier. With the Internet of Things more prevalent in day to day operations, connected devices are removing a lot of the guesswork when it comes to what should be serviced and when.  With this flood of data generated by these new devices, analytics will need to evolve so […]

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Are You Ready to Use LED Video Walls as Wallpaper in the Future?

As stunning LED technology is repurposed for the consumer side and even the home, the question becomes: will an entire wall ever become a screen? After all, who wouldn’t want LED wallpaper? “If you have the money, you could do it today,” explains Jason Young, Senior Channel Technical Manager at Samsung. The problem that you […]

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What We Expect to See Today When We Enter a Space

Have you ever considered what your unspoken expectations when you enter a new space, whether it’s a hospital, a corporate office, or a campus building? When you walk into the lobby of a hospital, for example, and don't see an LED or LCD video display, you might be worried about the facility’s overall commitment to […]

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Security is a Growing Concern for the Internet of Things

The ubiquity and convenience of the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized a wide array of industries, making products and services more powerful for businesses and consumers alike. IoT’s wide distribution and relative newness in terms of use and security has opened this powerful new technology to damaging and costly malware. In recent news, the […]

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Motor Fuels Tax Minute, Episode 44: Heavy Vehicle Use Tax
April 23, 2024

In this week’s episode of Motor Fuels Tax Minute, our hosts discuss heavy vehicle use tax.   For information or assistance, contact us. We are here to help. ©2024 Detailed Description of Weaver’s Motor Fuels Tax Minute, Episode 44 00:00:00 Kelly: Welcome to our Motor Fuels Tax Minute, where we talk all things motor fuel. Emilda […]

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Rethink Everything: Modern Cloud Environments Demand a Fusion of New Security Architectures, Continuous Education and Educated Partnerships
April 22, 2024

As businesses increasingly transition to cloud environments, the conversation around cybersecurity has become more crucial. The shift from on-premise to cloud-based infrastructures offers notable benefits like scalability and cost savings, yet it introduces unique challenges and complexities in security management. The stakes are high, with a significant rise in cyber threats exploiting the vulnerabilities […]

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Bullying, Suicide, and Society The Unseen Crisis in K-12 Education
April 22, 2024

In a recent episode of the Secured podcast hosted by Mike Matranga and Mike Monsive of ASAP Security Services, the tragic case of a transgender student named Nicks Benedict from Oklahoma grabbed national attention. Benedict, a 16-year-old who identified with he and they pronouns, died by suicide after a bullying incident at school. The […]

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Acoustics CAD Simulation: The Future of Aerospace Design
April 22, 2024

As industries strive to meet stringent noise regulations and enhance acoustic performance, acoustic CAD simulation has become an essential tool in aerospace design. The European Environment Agency reports that noise pollution affects the well-being of millions, emphasizing the need for advanced acoustic solutions to mitigate these effects. What cutting-edge strategies and technologies can address […]

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Why Aren’t Businesses Taking Cyber Security Seriously?
December 27, 2017

The issue of cyber security isn’t being taken seriously by businesses. Global Ransomware attacks cost $5 billion dollars[1] in 2017 alone, and is expected to climb for 2018. By 2022, it’s expected to hit over $6 trillion in damages. Though the statistics are impressive, a mere 39% of companies take cybersecurity at face value. In […]

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Louisville to Become the Cornerstone of a Nature-Inspired Medical Trial
December 22, 2017

The Green Heart Project is hoping to save lives. In an innovative new clinical trial, the project seeks to use nature to improve air quality in Louisville, KY, who received a failing grade from the American Lung Association in its annual report. There, severe health conditions like asthma and heart disease are rising due to […]

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Amazon’s Alexa Service Is Coming to Business
December 22, 2017

Love your Amazon Alexa? What if you could bring Alexa to work with you? At the Amazon Web Services Re:Invent Partner and User Conference in Las Vegas, Amazon has revealed their newest product, in addition to their series of revolutionary home products- The Alexa for Business service. With the home units surging to popularity in […]

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What Hoteliers Need To Know About Net Neutrality
December 21, 2017

On December 13th, the FCC voted to reclassify the internet so that the Federal Trade Commission, not the Federal Communications Commission, will oversee its implementation. This overturn of Net Neutrality could have giant impacts on the way that consumers and businesses use the internet, and hoteliers need to be aware of how this could affect […]

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Retailers Should Take Note of Apple’s “Experience Economy”
December 21, 2017

Retail is changing. The way consumers shop for products is evolving, and big-name brands are struggling to figure out where they fit in this new era. Where many fail is this- they’re still trying to fit old practices into a new business model. The term “Experience Economy” is a relatively new concept, and Apple has […]

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New Avocados prevent “Avocado Hand”
December 15, 2017

Marks and Spencers, a luxury retailer in the United Kingdom, is doing their part to take the hassle and injury out of avocados. Sourced from Spain, cocktail avocados have thin, edible skin, a creamy texture, and an absence of the stone in the middle. The intention of the design was to quell injuries sustained every […]

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Safety Inspector… Gadget?
December 15, 2017

As Christmas approaches, many of us will be purchasing gadgets and wearables that are connected to the Internet of Things (IoT). This is the term for the interconnected web of networked sensors and devices that share information with each other. Wearables are one of the most direct ways that we interact with this IoT, and […]

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Restoring Beirut: Foster + Partners’ New Development Hopes to Revitalize The City
December 13, 2017

After the Second World War, Beirut, Lebanon, became known as the Paris of the East. A cosmopolitan oasis of culture and nightlife, it was a prime destination for tourism, glamour, and even the world of high finance. However, after a civil war and significant regional instability, this reputation has been tarnished in recent years. But […]

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Why You Should Care About Net Neutrality
December 13, 2017

Your internet service might be about to change. On December 14th, a vote to repeal Net Neutrality rules hangs in the balance and if FCC Chairman Ajit Pai has his way, passing the repeal could change the way we use the internet. Current Net Neutrality regulations prevent big communications companies like AT&T, Verizon, and Comcast […]

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