Google’s stake in SpaceX could be worth more than most companies on the planet
The search giant has a lot to gain from SpaceX’s upcoming initial public offering.
Navy admits $240M drone was lost in Trump war 'mishap'
The U.S. Navy admitted that it lost a $240 million spy drone during fighting in Iran, according to a new report. It’s the first time an MQ-4C Triton unmanned aerial vehicle is known to have been lost since they were introduced into service in 2018. The drone was listed in a new naval report on aviation “mishaps” as having “crashed” on April 9, with the location of the accident withheld. The crash marks just the latest entry on the ever-growing...
Tesla, Apple veteran Doug Field exits Ford in organizational overhaul
The automaker has struggled with EV losses but says an affordable “skunkworks” electric project will continue.
Green technology in the game industry: Scientists find way to charge your game console while playing
Researchers at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) have designed a portable game console powered by solar panels and a cranking device. They embedded the crank into the gameplay experience, allowing users to—for example—fire a weapon in DOOM, or change the speed of Tetris blocks. They discovered that gamers respond positively to these innovative experiences, and they see huge potential in new, sustainable and battery-free ways of gaming...
OpenAI widens access to cyber tools as misuse risks rise, Axios reports
OpenAI is opening its artificial intelligence technology to a broader set of cybersecurity researchers and defenders, according to a report from Axios, a move that arrives while federal agencies are still running tests to determine whether AI actually makes networks safer. The expansion, which Axios says includes wider availability of tools that can help identify […]
Smart glasses are about to get harder to spot, major leak reveals
According to a new report, smartglasses are about to become much more difficult to detect.
Why Denmark removed 40 percent of Greenland from the economy—and what it teaches us about modern capital
There are real costs to short-term optimizations, while set-asides offer a way to reap superior economic returns in the medium term.
Chipmakers AMD, Arm, and Qualcomm are all investing in this buzzy self-driving tech startup
Wayve's $1.2 billion Series D round, which was announced in February, keeps growing.
Amazon buys satellite communications company in push to compete with Starlink
Amazon moved to buy satellite communications company Globalstar for $10.8 billion on Tuesday in order to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink service. The announcement demonstrates how the technology company is committed to increasing its footprint in space, a frontier that Musk has marked with Starlink and SpaceX. The deal between Amazon and Globalstar will enable […]
This AI chatbot tackles scams, fear and isolation to bring seniors safely into digital life
Digital technologies can play a double-edged role in modern society; while they offer new forms of participation and access, they can also deepen existing inequalities. Older people are especially affected as services such as health care, government benefits and community support increasingly move online.
Pause AI and stop AI: Meet the anti-AI groups facing questions after the attack on Sam Altman
After an alleged attack on Sam Altman’s home, attention has turned to two similarly named anti-AI groups. Here’s how they differ, and why both are facing scrutiny.
Snapchat slashes jobs as it bets AI can help end years of losses
Social media app Snapchat is to cut 1,000 jobs and ramp up its use of artificial intelligence (AI) in an attempt to end years of heavy losses. Snap, the company behind the video and messaging app, will lay off 16pc of its full-time staff and close more than 300 open roles. In a memo to staff, Evan Spiegel, the company’s chief executive, said the te...
Alibaba's Amap unit to unveil its first robot -- Bloomberg
Alibaba’s (BABA) Amap unit plans to launch its first robot, joining a growing list of companies aiming to compete with Tesla (TSLA) in the rapidly expanding robotics industry. According to Bloomberg, Amap has developed a four-legged device comparable to Unitree’s Go series, as well as the potential for a humanoid robot, a company spokesperson said....
iPhone in space | OnePlus Nord 6 review | Electronic toothbrush tested | Tech Today
In this episode of Tech Today, we dive deep into the biggest stories that are shaping the future of technology, from the new space race to the latest consumer hardware! BIG TECH STORY: The Artemis II Deep Dive We go behind the scenes of the successful moon mission to explore the massive tech upgrade since Apollo. Discover the secrets of the new "Glass Cockpit," the world's first Deep Space Laser Internet (260 Mbps), AI-driven Optical Navigation, and the surprising role of the iPhone 17 Pro Max in space. Plus, how all this influences India's Gaganyaan mission. TECH REVIEW: OnePlus Nord 6: Is this a mid-range phone or a cheat code? We review the Nord 6 with its 9000mAh power-bank battery, 165Hz display, and Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. Does it blur the line between flagship and budget? TECH YOU: Smart Toothbrush: Are electric toothbrushes worth the ₹10,000+ price tag? We test the Oral-B iO Series 9 to see how features like the real-time pressure sensor and AI-powered 3D tracking can teach you to brush better, backed by science. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more tech deep dives!
What happened when they installed ChatGPT on a nuclear supercomputer
How they’re using AI at the lab that created the atom bomb.
Is Tesla a chip stock now? Investors are cheering a semiconductor milestone.
The AI5 chip, which Tesla says will power humanoid robots and supercomputers, has completed a critical step.
The Bezos-Musk space rivalry is shooting for the moon, and the winner will dominate not just the cosmos—but the future of AI infrastructure
SpaceX and Blue Origin are racing to land on the moon, and both have filed plans to put AI satellites into orbit.
AI that can do tasks for you is here - Rich on Tech
Rich DeMuro explains the rise of AI that can not only answer questions but also work with your files and take actions on your behalf. More info: <a href="https://ktla.com/tag/richontech/">https://ktla.com/tag/richontech/</a> Follow Rich: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/richontech/">https://www.instagram.com/richontech/</a>
Exclusive: Hyfix raises $15 million to build a US alternative to DJI’s drone dominance
The Craft Ventures-backed company is betting that a fully integrated, U.S.-manufactured chip can unlock a new drone supply chain.
Usually, young people embrace new technology. Gen Z’s attitude toward AI should worry the entire tech industry
The AI industry has a major problem with young people. The post Usually, Young People Embrace New Technology. Gen Z’s Attitude Toward AI Should Worry the Entire Tech Industry appeared first on Futurism.
Space data centers
Housing chips and servers in space is the stated goal of tech giants and start-ups in the sector, who see it as an answer to current constraints on energy supply. Several projects are under way (SpaceX, Google, a European consortium led by Thales, etc.). Their economic viability remains in question, as does their environmental impact, because the rocket launches they would require emit large quantities of greenhouse gases. Here is what we know so far about how they could operate. VIDEOGRAPHIC