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Abstract: This project focused on the development of a Tetris-like game that incorporates a pseudo-random number generator (PRNG) implemented on a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) to enhance the ...

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The era of AI has not been particularly great for cybersecurity. We know that vibe-coded websites and apps have been a hotbed of security flaws that leave the platforms vulnerable to attacks. It turns ...

People are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for day-to-day tasks, including creating passwords, but what feels like a clever shortcut could actually put your security at risk. Most of ...

Abstract: The growing threat of quantum computing against conventional cryptographic methods highlights the need for stronger and more resilient authentication mechanisms. This paper presents the ...

An AI model that learns without human input—by posing interesting queries for itself—might point the way to superintelligence. Save this story Save this story Even the smartest artificial intelligence ...