When children are unable to attend school due to chronic illness, it is not just their physical health that suffers. The social isolation and separation from classmates can be just as challenging. To address this, the Norwegian company No Isolation has created…
A new wave of communication technology is emerging, and it’s changing how we interact with one another. US startup Proto has introduced what it describes as the world’s first holographic communications platform, designed to beam life-size “3D” video into homes, universities, hotels,…
In a groundbreaking advancement for sustainable construction, engineers at MIT have developed reusable 3D-printed bricks made from an unexpected material—glass. This innovation is set to challenge the traditional reliance on concrete in construction, offering a greener and more adaptable alternative. Typically, glass…
In a groundbreaking technological achievement, scientists in the United Kingdom have successfully stored the entire human genome on a “5D memory crystal.” This cutting-edge development is seen as a potential blueprint for reviving humanity, as well as endangered plant and animal species,…
Millions of people could soon be at risk of falling victim to scams involving artificial intelligence (AI) voice-cloning, according to a warning from UK-based Starling Bank. The online-only lender has raised alarms over the ability of scammers to use AI to clone…
In a remarkable advancement in prosthetic technology, researchers in Italy have introduced a robotic hand that is controlled by magnets rather than traditional wires or electrical cables. This innovative device allows the user to direct finger movements using only the power of…
In a groundbreaking meeting, top executives from the AI industry, including Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Ruth Porat, a senior executive at Google, and Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, are set to meet with key US officials at the White House this…
In an innovative step towards greener energy, the UK’s first “motionless” wind turbine has been installed on the roof of BMW’s manufacturing plant in Oxford, marking a significant shift in how wind power can be harnessed. Unlike traditional wind turbines with large…
Australia is moving to implement a minimum age requirement for social media, aiming to protect children’s mental and physical health. The proposal, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, seeks to reduce the negative influence of online platforms on young people, promoting more…
Pavel Durov, the billionaire CEO of Telegram, was recently arrested in France, casting a spotlight on the popular messaging service and its ongoing controversies. The arrest, which occurred at Paris’s Bourget Airport, is tied to allegations about Telegram’s lack of content moderation.…