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Stockholm's new hydrofoiling electric ferry glides above water—and the results are undeniable. The Swedish capital is transforming its 14-island waterways into cleaner, quieter infrastructure.
Dragon Tiny Homes just shattered expectations with the Avalon 32'—a towable tiny house that fits three bedrooms and full-time family living into one compact package.
A technician's bare hands on a burning e-bike battery sparked Shubham Mishra's mission to transform EV safety.
James Bruton doesn't just solve problems—he invents them. The British YouTuber behind a screw-drive motorcycle and electric Lego skateboard has now created his most audacious project yet.
Geothermal power in Cornwall just proved it can outperform the sun: water hotter than 190°C generates electricity round-the-clock, rain or shine.
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Germany's Everllence just fired up a pure hydrogen engine for the first time—a major milestone in zero-emission combustion technology.
Car technology just revolutionized outdoor lighting. A breakthrough portable lantern inspired by automotive innovation could transform how we illuminate our homes.
Crumbling stone engine houses mark Cornwall's mining past—now a gleaming lithium extraction plant resurrects the region's resource-hungry legacy underground.
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) recently hosted a webinar to examine how expanding use of GLP-1 weight-loss medications is reshaping food consumption, nutrition priorities, and product innovation. The changes extend beyond appetite suppression, influencing consumer preferences and sensitiv...
Data centers are draining local water supplies faster than communities can replenish them. These massive computing facilities guzzle water to cool servers—without it, systems fail.
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Meta just locked in a massive deal: up to 6GW of AMD Instinct GPUs to fuel its AI ambitions. The multi-year agreement signals a major bet on the computing power needed for next-generation AI.
Bruce Friedrich’s new book Meat: How the Next Agricultural Revolution Will Transform Humanity s Favorite Food―and Our Future argues that plant-based and cultivated meat are humanity’s best hope of mitigating the harms of modern animal agriculture. As a part of making that case, Friedrich offers an i...
A NASA space technology now powers billions of smartphones worldwide. The "camera-on-a-chip" innovation that revolutionized imaging has become ubiquitous in daily life.
Deepfakes, group chat harassment, and non-consensual image sharing are reshaping childhood. The EU just launched a sweeping Action Plan Against Cyberbullying to protect young people's mental health.
Factory motors break down constantly—but MIT just made waiting for replacements obsolete. Researchers unveiled a 3D-printing platform that manufactures complete electric motors onsite for just 50 cents in materials.
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Madison's skeptic had reason to doubt: the city's first electric bus experiment failed spectacularly in Wisconsin winters. Now 62 new buses face the same brutal cold.
A UK tuning shop just stuffed a Stark Varg electric motocross powertrain into a discontinued Renault Twizy—transforming the wimpy 17-hp urban runabout into a performance machine.
Microsoft's glass storage breakthrough lasts 10,000 years—not 10. After a decade of development, the tech using lasers and cameras finally outpaces magnetic tape and hard drives.
Horse Powertrain is betting on hybrid engines fueled by 100% renewable gasoline. A working prototype arrives in early 2026.
Automakers are locking in safety features you can't turn off—a major shift from the optional systems drivers once controlled.
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The Internet Archive just preserved its trillionth webpage—a staggering milestone after 30 years of digital rescue work that underscores how fragile the web really is.
Tetris went from arcade-exclusive to everywhere—free, online, and even as a PDF. Now some fans are building their own Tetris machines to push the game further.
Forget everything you know about stand-up paddle boards - the Riverskate is a game-changer. With its ability to intentionally sink its bow and stern, this watercraft unlocks a world of thrilling maneuvers.
Manipulated images, mocked protesters, and Russian influence campaigns - AI-fueled deception has infiltrated our digital lives. Now, Microsoft offers a blueprint to combat this growing threat.
Fumbling with bindings is nobody's idea of a good time, especially in the cold and the snow. That's why snowboarder Brendan Walker created the Machina MagIC Ride System, which replaces traditional snowboard bindings with magnets....
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Millions of Americans suffer from tinnitus, a debilitating condition causing phantom sounds. While no cure exists, a new FDA-approved device called Lenire uses electrical stimulation to provide relief.
Can AI be ethical? No, say experts. But neither can a car - 'When there's a vehicle crash, no one says a car was being unethical,' notes Huntridge CTO Bennett Gebken.
Supercharging power systems: Penn State's breakthrough polymer capacitor packs 4X the energy, withstands 482°F heat, revolutionizing electric vehicles, data centers, and aerospace.
Unitree’s humanoid robots made headlines this week after taking part in an impressive performance at China s 2026 Spring Festival Gala. While the robots also caught the public eye last year, this year they took things a step further. In the latest performance, they carried out complex actions, inclu...
Meta and NVIDIA forge a strategic AI alliance, unlocking unprecedented performance and efficiency for the tech giant's data centers and AI operations.
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The Apple Macintosh, an iconic relic of tech history, pales in comparison to today's lightning-fast, energy-efficient hardware. Yet its nostalgic charm endures, blending miniaturization marvels with a timeless appeal.
Ecoute Audio's debut TH1 headphones captivated hi-fi enthusiasts in 2023 with their groundbreaking design, featuring separate amplifier circuits for unparalleled channel separation.
A revolutionary calcium battery could disrupt the energy storage landscape, ushering in a new era of clean, efficient power.
Thirty years after Kasparov's historic loss to Deep Blue, even smartphone apps can now challenge grandmasters. Yet those silicon prodigies still need a human to move the pieces. That's starting to change.
Unlock the secrets of nature's shape-shifting masters - this octopus-inspired smart skin can morph and reveal hidden wonders on demand.
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Sweeping new rules aim to hold social media giants accountable for protecting children online, as the prime minister vows to end their "free pass" on safety.
Robots with X-ray vision? Researchers unveil a groundbreaking system that lets driverless cars and robots see around corners using radio waves and AI.
Defying the limits of lithium-ion, a groundbreaking Chinese battery can power through deep-freeze conditions, retaining over 85% capacity after 8 hours at -29°F.
Fragile yet powerful: High-resistivity silicon wafers boast unmatched efficiency, but their delicate nature has hindered widespread adoption in solar cell production.
Architects face a daunting challenge: designing zero-energy buildings that balance comfort and efficiency. Static simulations fall short, leaving critical decisions in the dark.