Quantum Phenomenon Extends Life of Zinc-Ion Batteries to Over 5,000 Cycles Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of battery technology. By harnessing the power of quantum phenomenon, they have successfully extended the lifespan of zinc-ion batteries […]
Small states, big ambitions: How startups and nations are shaping the future of AI
Small States, Big Ambitions: How Startups and Nations are Shaping the Future of AI From cutting-edge supercomputers in Norway to grassroots AI innovation in Rwanda, a new global movement is proving that size is no barrier to shaping the future of AI. In the realm of artificial intelligence, where innovation is key, both startups and […]
Feathers to factories: New owl-inspired aerogel cuts car engine noise by 58%
Feathers to factories: New owl-inspired aerogel cuts car engine noise by 58% Modern life is noisy – from the constant hum of traffic to the roar of bustling city streets. In a world where peace and quiet are increasingly hard to come by, innovations that promise to reduce noise pollution are a welcome relief. One […]
South Korea’s SK Group and AWS team up on AI infrastructure
South Korea’s SK Group and AWS team up on AI infrastructure South Korea’s SK Group is making waves in the tech industry as it partners with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to bolster its AI infrastructure. Chey Tae-won, the chairman of SK Group, has boldly stated that the conglomerate is “uniquely positioned” to take the lead […]
Apple considers buying Perplexity AI
Apple Considers Buying Perplexity AI In a bold move that could reshape the landscape of artificial intelligence, tech giant Apple is reportedly eyeing a potential acquisition of Perplexity AI. If completed, this deal would not only be Apple’s most significant acquisition to date but also serve as a clear indicator of the company’s evolving AI […]
Featherlight nanomaterial pulls clean drinking water from air, absorbs 3x its weight
Featherlight Nanomaterial Pulls Clean Drinking Water from Air, Absorbs 3x Its Weight In a world where billions lack clean water, scientists have found a way to pull a solution out of thin air – literally. A featherlight nanomaterial has been developed that can extract clean drinking water from the atmosphere, offering a ray of hope […]
A unified call for a stronger digital future at IGF 2025
A Unified Call for a Stronger Digital Future at IGF 2025 Amid rising digital divides and shifting global dynamics, the IGF 2025 session brought together an unprecedented coalition of voices determined to redefine how the internet is governed for the next generation. The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) serves as a platform for discussing public policy […]
Magnetic field breakthrough could bring affordable MRIs to rural hospitals
Magnetic Field Breakthrough: A Leap Towards Affordable MRIs for Rural Hospitals German physicists have overcome a long-standing limitation of magnetic field design by outperforming the famed 17.6 Tesla mark. This breakthrough could revolutionize the field of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and pave the way for affordable access to this crucial diagnostic tool, especially for rural […]
Amazon’s Premium Beauty Push May Be a Buffer Against Trump’s Tariffs
Amazon’s Premium Beauty Push May Be a Buffer Against Trump’s Tariffs As Amazon gears up for its highly anticipated Prime Day event, the e-commerce giant is strategically positioning itself to navigate the turbulent waters of trade tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. With a sharp focus on expanding its premium beauty category, Amazon is making […]
European Space Agency joins forces with Blue Origin for future low-Earth orbit access
European Space Agency Joins Forces with Blue Origin for Future Low-Earth Orbit Access At present, the International Space Station (ISS) has been humanity’s orbiting laboratory. But its planned retirement in the coming years has sparked a race among space agencies and private companies to establish a new presence in low-Earth orbit. In a significant development, […]