China Freezes Rare Earth Exports, Choking Global Tech and Defense Supply Chains The U.S.-China trade war has entered a dangerous new phase of geopolitical arm-twisting. On April 2018, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced plans to limit the export of rare earth elements, crucial components in the manufacturing of high-tech products like smartphones, […]
Watch: Mini Chinese bipedal robot tackles obstacles with precision using AI models
Watch: Mini Chinese Bipedal Robot Tackles Obstacles with Precision Using AI Models A new video by a Chinese firm shows how its compact bipedal robot walks and navigates through obstacles with remarkable precision, thanks to advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models. The sleek design and agile movements of this mini robot highlight the significant strides being […]
Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez fly to space in first all-female mission since 1963
Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez Fly to Space in First All-Female Mission Since 1963 Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin has launched an all-female crew to suborbital space. The private space company’s historic mission marks the first time since 1963 that an all-female team has ventured beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Among the notable passengers were pop sensation Katy Perry […]
Coach Inks Partnership With the WNBA
Coach Inks Partnership With the WNBA Coach, the renowned luxury fashion brand, has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). This collaboration marks Coach as the official handbag partner of the league, solidifying its presence in the world of sports and further cementing the ever-growing intersection of fashion and athletics. […]
Creators get AI-made background music on YouTube
YouTube Joins Tech Giants in AI-Generated Background Music for Creators YouTube has always been at the forefront of innovation when it comes to providing tools and resources for content creators. In a recent move, the video-sharing platform has joined other tech giants in exploring AI-generated audio for creative content, specifically background music. This new feature […]
Bitcoin surges following US tariff exemptions for tech products
Bitcoin Price Surges to $86,000 as Tech Tariffs Exemption Boosts Market Confidence In a recent turn of events, tech giants like Apple have received a temporary reprieve as the United States announced exemptions for laptops and smartphones from tariffs. This decision has not only eased the pressure on major tech companies but has also sent […]
Trump’s tech tariffs spare smartphones, computers and other electronics
Trump’s Tech Tariffs Exemptions Provide Relief for Apple and Dell In the midst of a tumultuous trade war between the United States and China, President Trump’s recent decision to grant tariff exemptions on smartphones and laptops has come as a welcome relief for tech giants like Apple and Dell. This unexpected move has not only […]
China turns moss into oil-sucking sponge with 90% reusability to fight deadly spillsÂ
China Turns Moss Into Oil-Sucking Sponge with 90% Reusability to Fight Deadly Spills Chinese scientists have developed a new material from moss that could transform how we clean up oil spills. This innovative sponge-like material is made from common moss and can absorb oil up to 20 times its weight. Not only is it highly […]
Price Hike on Shein? How Trump Tariffs Could Shift the US’s Love of Fast Fashion
Price Hike on Shein? How Trump Tariffs Could Shift the US’s Love of Fast Fashion The landscape of fast fashion in the United States is facing a potential shake-up as the Trump administration’s tariffs on Chinese goods threaten to disrupt the affordability and accessibility of popular brands like Shein. With the closure of the de […]
Melted, minted, miscounted: How one piece of gold can span millennia
Melted, minted, miscounted: How one piece of gold can span millennia Appearing on Earth during supernovae and neutron star collisions prior to the formation of the planet itself, gold has captivated human civilization for centuries. Its rarity, malleability, and luster have made it a symbol of wealth, power, and beauty across diverse cultures and epochs. […]