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Engineers Develop a thin Film that Makes AI Chips Faster and more Efficient

Electrical & Electronics, Engineering / Valeriano Ndeyi

University of Houston engineers developed a breakthrough thin-film material that boosts AI speed while cutting energy use. Published in ACS Nano, the study introduces a 2D dielectric thin film that replaces heat-generating chip components, reducing energy use and AI-related heat. “AI has driven our energy needs sky-high,” said Alamgir Karim, Dow Chair and Welch Foundation […]

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Samsung Introduces its First Special Edition Triple-Fold Smartphone

PCs & Tablets, Tech / Jorge Paka

On Tuesday, Samsung released its first triple-folding phone, a special-edition model with a staggering price beyond the reach of most consumers. The $2,443 Galaxy Z TriFold, over twice the price of the iPhone 17, goes on sale December 12. Expansive 10-Inch Display for Enhanced Creativity and Productivity Ultra-thin, it unfolds into a 10-inch (25.4 cm)

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A Biometric “People Washer” that Scrubs, Dries and Shifts its Settings Based on Your Mood

Material Technology, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

Japanese company Science is advancing commercial production of its Mirai Ningen Sentakuki, the “Human Washing Machine of the Future,” after strong interest at this year’s Osaka–Kansai Expo. Only 50 units will be available, each priced at about US$385,000. Developed over six years, the pod will sell in Japan for ¥60 million, highlighting its luxury beyond

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A Launch Accident Could Ground Russia’s Astronaut Missions for Years

Aerospace, Space & Environment / Ngoma Manuel

Russia faces a major setback after its Soyuz MS-28 mission to the ISS caused serious damage to the country’s only launch pad for crewed spacecraft. Space launches have become so routine that they’re almost as mundane as a transatlantic flight taking off. Yet, accidents do occur, and some can have serious consequences. MS-28 Launches Routine

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CMU Researchers Caution that Common AI Models Are Not Yet Reliable for Robot Use

Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Tech / Jorge Paka

Research from King’s College London and Carnegie Mellon University indicates that robots driven by popular AI models are not yet safe for general-purpose, real-world applications. For the first time, the study examined how robots using large language models (LLMs) respond when given access to personal data, such as a person’s gender, nationality, or religion. The

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Mass-Produced Mini Lung Organoids Could Help Tailor Cancer Treatments

Biomedical, Biotechnology, Medicine / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

A team of scientists has created a straightforward method for automated production of lung organoids, potentially transforming the development of lung disease treatments. These tiny structures, which contain the same types of cells found in real lungs, could allow for more efficient testing of early-stage experimental drugs without relying on animal models. In the future,

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Selfie-Based Age Checks Rise Amid Stricter Online Rules

Mobile Phones, Tech / Valeriano Ndeyi

With governments increasing pressure on platforms from social media to adult sites, firms offering AI-based selfie age checks are experiencing strong growth. The technology offers quick, accurate enforcement of measures such as Australia’s under-16 social media ban, which takes effect on December 10. For users, the age-check process is simple: you snap a straight-on selfie

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Series A to Advance Sim-To-Real AI For Humanoid Robots

Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Tech / Jorge Paka

Last week, Flexion Robotics AG announced it has secured $50 million in Series A funding. The company is developing a reinforcement learning and sim-to-real platform designed to enable humanoid robots to handle a wide range of forms and tasks. Bringing Generative AI to Robotics In recent years, generative AI has transformed how people code, analyze

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Researchers Invent Slime Capable of Producing Electricity

Electrical & Electronics, Engineering / Evelina Jeremias

Scientists at the University of Guelph in Canada have developed a slime that produces electricity when squeezed. Although still in the prototype phase and undergoing early testing, the invention is already receiving praise from its creators. The findings were reported in a scientific article in the journal Science Direct. The Canadian Light Source, the research

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A Minimalist Ring Replaces the Mouse for full Desktop Control

PCs & Tablets, Tech / Ana Manuel

Over the past decade, many lighter, faster mouse alternatives have emerged, but none fully satisfied users. The newest contender is the Prolo Ring, which debuted on Kickstarter just a week ago. Interest is clearly high—its campaign reached full funding in only nine minutes. Earlier ring mice were bulky, had exposed buttons, and mimicked a traditional

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