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What is a solid-state transformer?

A solid-state transformer (SST) is an AC-AC converter, sometimes called a power electronics transformer (PET), that replaces ...

AWS claims 90% vector cost savings with S3 Vectors GA, calls it 'complementary' - analysts split on what it means for vector databases

Despite the aggressive cost claims and dramatic scale improvements, AWS is positioning S3 Vectors as a complementary storage ...

From shiny object to sober reality: The vector database story, two years later

The arc of the vector database story has followed a classic path: A pervasive hype cycle, followed by introspection, correction and maturation. In 2025, vector search is no longer the shiny object ...
KSL

Supreme Court issues emergency order to block full SNAP food aid payments

BOSTON — The Supreme Court on Friday granted the Trump administration's emergency appeal to temporarily block a court order to fully fund SNAP food aid payments amid the government shutdown, even ...
IEEE

QSVM-QNN: Quantum Support Vector Machine Based Quantum Neural Network Learning Algorithm for Brain-Computer Interfacing Systems

Abstract: A brain-computer interface (BCI) system enables direct communication between the brain and external devices, offering significant potential for assistive technologies and advanced ...
IEEE

A Novel RFID Authentication Protocol Based on a Block-Order-Modulus Variable Matrix Encryption Algorithm

Abstract: In this paper, authentication for mobile radio frequency identification (RFID) systems with low-cost tags is investigated. To this end, an adaptive modulus (AM) encryption algorithm is first ...
federalnewsnetwork.com

Senate Democrats block GOP motion to pay federal employees immediately

Senate Democrats have again blocked a Republican-led effort to immediately pay federal employees under the government shutdown, arguing that the GOP bill in its current form does not include enough ...