Algorithm improves fairness of search results

In a new paper, Cornell researchers introduce a tool they’ve developed to improve the fairness of online rankings without sacrificing their usefulness or relevance.

Study: Machine learning can predict market behavior

Machine learning can assess the effectiveness of mathematical tools used to predict the movements of financial markets, according to new Cornell research.

In 3D simulation, shoppers prefer stores with more distancing

New York City residents are four times more likely to choose a store where shoppers respect 6 feet of distancing than one where no one is social distancing, according to a Cornell experiment using 3D simulation.

Blockchain startup raises a quick $42M in first sale

Avalanche, a new blockchain platform built around research first conducted at Cornell, raised $42 million in less than five hours during the first public sale of its digital currency token, held July 15.

Randomness theory could hold key to internet security

In a new paper, Cornell Tech researchers identified a problem that holds the key to whether all encryption can be broken – as well as a surprising connection to a mathematical concept that aims to define and measure randomness.

Book touts internet that works for all, not just Silicon Valley

Engineering Professor Stephen Wicker chats with Dipayan Ghosh, Ph.D. ’13, who was an advisor at the White House and then a researcher at Facebook before writing a new book about digital privacy issues.

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Cloud software startup raises $1M, signs pilot deal

Exotanium, founded by Cornell researchers, has created software tools to help companies save money on running software in the cloud.

Researchers develop 3D hand-sensing wristband

Cornell researchers have designed the first wrist-mounted device that successfully and continuously tracks finger movements without the use of external cameras.

Project to investigate digital ag’s impacts on rural America

A team of Cornell researchers is exploring how digital agriculture could affect small and midsized farms, as well as its likely effect on the environment.