Five key ideas you need to understand now if you want to be ready for the world of 2030
“With a new series of the BBC science podcast Futureproofing on air this month, presenter Timandra Harkness explains how to get ready for the world […]
A robot has figured out how to use tools
“In a startling demonstration, the machine drew on experimentation, data, and observation of humans to learn how simple implements could help it achieve a task. […]
Startup Unveils “World’s First Automated Cannabis Farm”
“Seedo says it’s taking the guesswork out of growing weed. The Israel-based startup’s flagship product is mini fridge-sized device that automates the process of growing cannabis […]
Estonia Is Building A ‘Robot Judge’ To Help Clear Legal Battles
“The Estonian Ministry of Justice has officially asked Ott Velsberg, the country’s chief data officer, to design a “robot judge” to take care of a […]
Imagining the Smart Cities of 2050
“Tomorrow’s cities are reshaping almost every industry imaginable, and birthing those we’ve never heard of. Riding an explosion of sensors, megacity AI ‘brains’, high-speed networks, […]
The Drinks of the Future 2D and 3D Printing Drinks
“If you think that bars and coffee shops are places that will be left untouched by 3D printers, you could be mistaken. Technology continues to […]
AI trained on decades of food research is making brand-new foods
“You may not think that Tuscan chicken’s creamy, garlicky flavor is due for a high-tech upgrade, but advanced artificial intelligence is on the case all […]
AOC: Automation Means “More Time Enjoying the World We Live In”
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said that job automation doesn’t have to be the job-displacing scourge that many think it is during an appearance at the Austin tech conference SXSW. If people can pursue […]
Five Reasons Why Companies Are Turning to 3D Printing Service Bureaus
” Additive manufacturing of metal is popular, but some end user companies are reticent about in-house printing of metals parts. This is, we believe, a […]
3 Practical Solutions to Offset Automation’s Impact on Work
” In recent years, the media has sounded the alarm about mass job loss to automation and robotics—some studies predict that up to 50 percent […]
The World’s Most Valuable AI Companies, and What They’re Working On
“It recognizes our faces. It knows the videos we might like. And it can even, perhaps, recommend the best course of action to take to […]
Amazing Video: Nimble Humanoid Robot Threads Needle, Pours Drink
“This week, many of the world leaders in technology are gathered at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain. Also in attendance is XR-1, a remarkably […]
From Self-Driving Tractors to Texts from Plants: 5 Farming Tools with NASA Roots
“NASA’s technology contributions aren’t bound to just space applications. Throughout the years, many companies have teamed up with the agency to bring innovation to the […]
See a Robot Melt Its Own Bones to Avoid Obstacles
“Unfortunately for animals, optimization means that while they’re excellent at some things, they struggle with other things, because they’re not able to redesign and re-optimize […]
Study: Universal Basic Income Won’t Make People Work Less
“People who received basic income experienced fewer health problems Basic income would give everyone a base amount of money every month, regardless of employment status. A […]
Ford made history with largest metal 3D printed automotive part for Ken Block’s Hoonitruck
“American motor giant Ford is putting 3D printing technology to a variety of uses, resulting in vehicles—real and replica—of the highest quality. The legendary car […]
This robot valet will soon be parking your car at the airport
“An airport in the UK is set to launch a three-month-long trial of robots that will park travelers’ cars for them, letting them squeeze thousands more vehicles […]
ROSA Knee System Receives FDA Clearance for Robotically-Assisted Surgeries
“Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc., a company focused on musculoskeletal healthcare, announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance of the ROSA Knee System for robotically-assisted total knee […]
Breakfast is Served: A 3D-Printed Nutella Pancake
“People 3D print an array of different things, but food is on an entirely different level. RCLifeOn took on this challenge when they 3D-printed a chocolate layer, which worked […]
Waymo Gets Approval to Open Driverless Car Factory in Michigan
“Alphabet-owned driverless car company Waymo has received approval from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to build an autonomous vehicle factory in the state. In a Medium post, Waymo […]
AI, the Law, and Our Future
“Scientists and policymakers converged at MIT on Tuesday to discuss one of the hardest problems in artificial intelligence: How to govern it. The first MIT […]
Outsmarting waste: Does AI hold the key to a circular economy?
“The term ‘Artificial Intelligence’ (AI) can be a frightening one. Anyone who has seen 2001: A Space Odyssey knows what might happen if a computer gets […]
India Is Launching the Largest Basic Income Experiment in History
“The small Indian state of Sikkim is about to launch a basic income experiment that will provide cash payments to each of its 610,000 citizens — […]
USA: Blockchain Technology to Revitalize the Health Department’s Contract Acquisition Function
USA: Blockchain Technology to Revitalize the Health Department’s Contract Acquisition Function
Mainstream Crypto Adoption Is Here: Buy Bitcoin (BTC) At The US Supermarkets
Mainstream Crypto Adoption Is Here: Buy Bitcoin (BTC) At The US Supermarkets
New Lightning Strike Electric Motorcycle Coming Soon With 150 Mile Range, 150 MPH Max Speed, 35 Minute DC Charging —…
New Lightning Strike Electric Motorcycle Coming Soon With 150 Mile Range, 150 MPH Max Speed, 35 Minute DC Charging —…
Scientists Mapped Entire Brains at Nanoscale For This Psychadelic Visualization
Scientists Mapped Entire Brains at Nanoscale For This Psychadelic Visualization
The world’s first “artificial pancreas” already hit the market in 2017
The world’s first “artificial pancreas” already hit the market in 2017
A Robot Is Learning to Cook and Clean in an Ikea Kitchen
A Robot Is Learning to Cook and Clean in an Ikea Kitchen
5 Discoveries That Made 2018 a Huge Year for Neuroscience
5 Discoveries That Made 2018 a Huge Year for Neuroscience
We Can Now Grow Perfect Human Blood Vessels in a Lab
We Can Now Grow Perfect Human Blood Vessels in a Lab
World’s First House 3D Printing Factory Opens In Eindhoven Netherlands
World’s First House 3D Printing Factory Opens In Eindhoven Netherlands
Researchers Successfully Turn Breast Cancer Cells Into Fat to Stop Them From Spreading
Researchers Successfully Turn Breast Cancer Cells Into Fat to Stop Them From Spreading
Experts Want to Give Robot Surgeons a Sense of Touch
Experts Want to Give Robot Surgeons a Sense of Touch
Giving up gas: China’s Shenzhen switches to electric taxis
Giving up gas: China’s Shenzhen switches to electric taxis
Synthetic organisms are about to challenge what ‘alive’ really means
Synthetic organisms are about to challenge what ‘alive’ really means
Farming Goes High-Tech with John Deere’s “Intelligent Factory on Wheels”
Farming Goes High-Tech with John Deere’s “Intelligent Factory on Wheels”
Use Drones to Deliver Organs for Transplant? Surgeon Says it Would Save Precious Time
Use Drones to Deliver Organs for Transplant? Surgeon Says it Would Save Precious Time
This AI food truck could bring fresh produce directly to you
This AI food truck could bring fresh produce directly to you
How Blockchain Can Reduce Costs For The Shifting Electric Vehicle Landscape
How Blockchain Can Reduce Costs For The Shifting Electric Vehicle Landscape
BMW teams up with The North Face on a futuristic element-proof camper
BMW teams up with The North Face on a futuristic element-proof camper
Virtual Reality Gets Real In the Operating Room
Virtual Reality Gets Real In the Operating Room
Autonomous Electric Cars Could Be Ready in 2019
Autonomous Electric Cars Could Be Ready in 2019
Scientists find a way to 3D print one pill for all that ails you
Scientists find a way to 3D print one pill for all that ails you
Apis Cor and Sunconomy to Develop 3D Printed Concrete Homes in Texas
Apis Cor and Sunconomy to Develop 3D Printed Concrete Homes in Texas
Harley-Davidson unveils Livewire specs and prices, shows off 3 new urban electric motorbikes
Harley-Davidson unveils Livewire specs and prices, shows off 3 new urban electric motorbikes
AI-Enhanced Cameras Have Wildlife Poachers in Their Sights
AI-Enhanced Cameras Have Wildlife Poachers in Their Sights
New Drug Trial Could Halt Alzheimer’s Memory Loss
New Drug Trial Could Halt Alzheimer’s Memory Loss