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Wi-Fi Boosts New, Ultrafast Li-Fi Standards

Complementary tech for Wi-Fi devices operates in sunlight, beyond line-of-sight

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When Autonomous Vehicles Collide, Data Takes Over

Automotive black boxes become critical when cars drive—and correct—themselves

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Yu Yuan on Building A Persistent Virtual World

The IEEE Standards Association president discusses technology for the metaverse

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Laying the Foundation for Extended Reality

IEEE is developing standards and forming initiatives for the metaverse

3 min read
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8 Products That Excel at Protecting Children’s Digital Privacy

They include a companion robot, an app, and Legos

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Why Your Organization Should Join the IEEE Standards Association

Benefits include developing standards for AI, blockchain, and IoT

2 min read
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How Can We Talk About Autonomous Weapons?

Experts convened by the IEEE Standards Association seek your help

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The Metaverse Needs Standards, Too

The big players have founded a “forum”—but will it make the place come to life any sooner?

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Why Cybersecurity Is Key to IoT Sensors

The essential part of the IoT is becoming a target for cyberattacks

3 min read
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Is AI Good for Health Care?

Industry experts weigh in on inequities and predictive analytics in a new podcast

3 min read
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What Is Wi-Fi 7?

Great capacity, less latency—here's how IEEE 802.11be achieves both

4 min read
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The InstituteMagazineWorld Standards DaySpectrum CollectionsCareersNewsSeptember 2022

New Courses on Technical Standards Used in Aerospace and Defense

They also cover life cycle processes and best practices

2 min read
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IEEE Standard Will Make Autonomous Vehicles Safer

Industry expert on how automated driving systems will be improved

3 min read
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Learn In-Demand IoT Concepts From New IEEE Academy

The training covers communications standards and computing platforms

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Why IoT Sensors Need Standards

They could improve performance and spur development of new applications

3 min read
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Solutions for Providing Internet Access to Rural Areas

IEEE explores employing ICT, regulations, and standards

3 min read
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Use a New IEEE Standard to Design a Safer Digital World For Kids

The document outlines steps for building age-appropriate products

4 min read