The IEEE 2030 Technology Megatrends Report predicts that by 2028, genetic engineering and gene therapy will become common treatments for various diseases, driven by rapid AI development. Experts from around the world identified AI as a central factor influencing multiple technological shifts across health, energy, space, and infrastructure sectors. The report emphasizes AI's accelerating progress and its role as a foundational infrastructure, while also highlighting potential challenges such as infrastructure needs and workforce adaptation.
spectrum.ieee.org
· 2026-10-07
A seasoned professional recounts their experience switching careers at 30 and highlights the lack of support from close ones. They emphasize that career changes, especially in tech, are challenging and often met with discouragement, particularly during times of rapid AI-driven industry shifts. The article offers advice on seeking mentorship and understanding the realities of transitioning into new roles or industries.
spectrum.ieee.org
· 2026-10-07
The University of Illinois is highlighting its Master of Computer Science degree, aimed at computing professionals and recent graduates who want deeper expertise in building and adapting AI-driven systems, not just using them. The program is being marketed through IEEE Computer Society as a pathway for advancing computing careers amid rapid industry change.
wpcms.computer.org
· 2026-10-06
IEEE marked its annual celebration on October 6, 2026, commemorating the first worldwide gathering of engineers in 1884. The event features a series of activities, including virtual and in-person gatherings, contests, and special member offers, running from October 4 to 17 across various locations globally. Participants are encouraged to engage in photo and video competitions to showcase their involvement.
spectrum.ieee.org
· 2026-10-06
In Episode 11 of InfiLab, host Sowmya Chintakindi interviews Rimshah Jawad to discuss how individuals can develop technical expertise despite having unconventional career trajectories. The episode emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and leveraging diverse backgrounds in the tech industry.
wpcms.computer.org
· 2026-10-05
IEEE Computer Society announced that IEEE Day 2026 will be observed on 6 October, the first Tuesday of the month, as is customary each year. Celebrations will extend over a two-week window from 4 to 17 October, with local chapters and student branches hosting both online and in-person gatherings.
wpcms.computer.org
· 2026-10-04
Christos Cassandras, a Boston University professor and IEEE Life Fellow, has built mathematical models and algorithms that use vehicles' speed, mass, and distance to coordinate self-driving cars without traffic signals. He received this year's IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Society Outstanding Research Award for the work, which builds on his 1990s theory describing cars as both physical objects and information-processing systems, now known as cyber physical systems.
spectrum.ieee.org
· 2026-10-02
IEEE announced its 2027 Technical Field Award winners, honoring researchers for advances including therapeutic ultrasound, heat-assisted magnetic recording for hard drives, and nonlinear control theory. Recipients include Kullervo Hynynen of Sunnybrook Research Institute and the University of Toronto, a Seagate Technology team led by Edward Charles Gage, and Arjan van der Schaft of the University of Groningen. IEEE president and CEO Mary Ellen Randall said the honorees reflect innovation spanning microelectronics, AI, medical robotics, wireless networks, energy conversion, and technical education.
spectrum.ieee.org
· 2026-09-30
Amazon is selling the Ugreen 10-port gigabit PoE+ switch for $37.79, its lowest price yet. The unmanaged switch supports the IEEE 802.3at standard, delivering up to 30W per port and 60W total across its eight PoE+ ports, with automatic shutdown of lower-priority ports if power draw exceeds that limit.
tomshardware.com
· 2026-09-30
A technical blog post examines why adding two-decimal numbers like currency values in floating-point arithmetic sometimes produces exact results and sometimes rounding errors. The author visualizes which pairs of multiples of 0.01 (up to 1.00) sum correctly versus too high or too low, revealing a structured pattern, and explains the underlying cause using IEEE double-precision float representation (sign bit, exponent, and fraction bits).
blog.vero.site
· 2026-09-29
IEEE TryEngineering has launched a six-book STEM series for readers ages 8 to 12, published by Lerner Publishing Group and titled Tomorrow's Technology With TryEngineering, Powered by IEEE. Each title pairs age-appropriate explanations with real-world examples and design challenges, covering subjects like artificial intelligence and communication technology, and draws on ebooks and videos from tryengineering.org. The project involved several IEEE societies, including Communications, Computer, and Oceanic Engineering, plus the Transportation Electrification Council.
spectrum.ieee.org
· 2026-09-28
The IEEE Computer Society announced that Terry Benzel, its current vice president, has been elected president-elect for 2027, meaning she will serve as the organization's president in 2028. Benzel is managing director of the Information Sciences Institute at the University of Southern California and an IEEE Fellow.
wpcms.computer.org
· 2026-09-25
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