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Intelligent Patch Vibrates, Twists, And Applies Pressure To Recreate A Sense of Touch

Researchers have developed an innovative method allowing people to feel sensations transmitted directly to the skin. Besides applications in areas like gaming and telepresence, this technology has potential to assist visually impaired individuals. In 2019, a team led by Professor John A. Rogers from Northwestern University created a prototype called “epidermal VR.” This device consisted […]

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Elon Musk: Mars by 2026, AI to Outpace Human Productivity by 2028

Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Eduardo Paulo

In a discussion with XPRIZE Founder Peter Diamandis, Musk outlined his views on the growing influence of AI, as well as the timeline for SpaceX’s initial unmanned and crewed missions to Mars, among other topics. The past few months have been quite eventful for the world’s wealthiest individual. SpaceX achieved a remarkable milestone by catching

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Can the Use of Laptop Cause Infertility?

Computer & Electronics, Medical Care, Medicine, Tech / Ngoma Manuel

The Covid-19 pandemic brought significant societal changes, including a rise in remote work. Many professionals, especially men, have continued to work from home in various countries. However, few are aware that prolonged use of electronic devices can negatively impact male fertility. Could placing a laptop on your lap for long periods contribute to infertility? Impact

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Wireless Data Speed Record Approaches 1 Terabit Per Second

Apps & Software, Tech / Eduardo Paulo

Slow Wi-Fi is a common frustration for many, but we may soon see faster speeds. Researchers at University College London (UCL) have achieved a new world record in wireless data transmission, transmitting an impressive 938 Gigabits per second (Gbps) using a combination of radio and light technology. Wireless data transmission offers greater convenience than installing

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Google Shifts to Nuclear Reactors to Fuel Its Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

On Monday, Google signed a deal to source electricity from small nuclear reactors to support its AI operations. This agreement with Kairos Power follows recent news that Three Mile Island, the site of the worst nuclear accident in U.S. history, will resume operations to supply energy to Microsoft. “Nuclear energy is crucial for driving our

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Watch: Sneaker-Clad Humanoid Outpaces Barefoot Rival in Gobi Race

Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

A few months ago, China’s Robot Era showcased the walking abilities of its XBot-L humanoid by letting it roam the Great Wall. Now, the company has shared video of two Star1 models racing across the Gobi Desert. Robot Era, a newcomer to the humanoid robot industry since its incubation at Tsinghua University in August 2023,

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Apple’s Depth Pro Model Creates 3D Maps from 2D Images in Seconds

Apps & Software, Tech / Salomão André

Apple’s Machine Learning Research team has created a foundational AI model for “zero-shot metric monocular depth estimation.” Depth Pro allows for the rapid generation of detailed 3D depth maps from a single 2D image. Our brains interpret visual information from two sources—our eyes. Each eye captures a slightly different perspective of the world, and these

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Google’s Innovative New Gboard: A Double-Sided, Endless Keyboard

Apps & Software, Tech / Jorge Paka

Google Japan has launched the latest version of the Gboard, featuring a distinctive double-sided design inspired by the Möbius strip, which plays a significant role in mathematics, science, and popular culture. This innovative keyboard can be used by one person or multiple users, truly embodying a keyboard with a twist. However, the Möbius strip, a

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Could AI eventually win a Nobel Prize?

Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

AI is already transforming industries like banking, finance, film, and journalism, and researchers are now exploring how it could reshape their field—or even earn a Nobel Prize. In 2021, Japanese scientist Hiroaki Kitano introduced the “Nobel Turing Challenge,” urging researchers to develop an “AI scientist” capable of conducting Nobel Prize-worthy research by 2050. Some scientists

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Decoding the Neural Code: How AI Will Overtake Human Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence, Tech / Salomão André

In “Towards Human-Level Artificial Intelligence,” Eitan Michael Azoff suggests that deciphering the neural code and replicating visual thinking are essential steps for AI to surpass human intelligence. According to an AI expert, grasping how ‘visual thinking’ functions is crucial for developing human-level AI. He suggests that computers might be capable of mimicking a form of

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