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Apple's new AI helps 2 billion devices get smarter.
Apple unveiled new AI features at its developer conference, emphasizing security and child safety while critiquing competitors.
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Imagine a simpler way to build a railway.
A light railway once snaked from Wisbech, England, through the Cambridgeshire fens to Upwell, a vital agricultural hub 6 miles away. This tramway was an experiment in bypassing costly parliamentary acts.
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From endless lines to instant clicks: Local governments unlock new ease for citizens.
Long lines and paper forms? Obsolete. State and local governments are embracing digital self-service, transforming how they meet community needs with greater efficiency and effectiveness.
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While lithium dominates headlines, a new battery quietly begins its commercial journey.
CATL is revolutionizing energy storage! Customer deliveries of its sodium-ion battery systems begin in September, with gigawatt-hour scale shipments expected by 2026.
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Underwater robots find their voice, no longer lost in the deep.
Underwater robots go silent once submerged. Now, new antenna tech, inspired by medical implants, lets submarine machines communicate with each other—and us—from the deep.
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This solar panel pulls freshwater and a surprise from the sea.
Thirsty for freshwater and energy? New solar panels pull potable water and lithium from seawater, leaving no brine waste.
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Are fragile bike valves finally a thing of the past?
Cyclists secretly hate Presta valves. The Aether valve stem eliminates the problematic core, promising a much more loving relationship with your bike.
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Airline boarding got slower: A student just proved why.
Air travel in 2026 is a headache, but boarding is pure dread. Groups, zones, and priority seating turned a simple process into a 40-minute ordeal, up from 15 in the 70s.
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The supercar world just got a surprise: a 217-mph Audi from an unexpected place.
Audi just dropped a bombshell: the Nuvolari. This 217-mph, 1,001-bhp hybrid supercar appeared out of nowhere, stunning the automotive world.
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Tiny thrusters give shoebox satellites a ticket to Mars.
Engineers at MIT have successfully tested a hybrid propulsion system for small satellites that combines the raw punch of chemical rockets with the long-haul efficiency of electric thrusters – and crucially, both run on the same fuel. This tech could propel cheap, briefcase-sized spacecraft to Mars a...
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Lyft's new feature helps women choose their driver, brightening rides for tomorrow.
Uber and Lyft have released transparency reports on sexual harassment, physical altercations, and fatalities since 2018, following passenger demands for greater accountability.
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Can New York's transit system finally welcome the world?
Get ready, NYC! The FIFA World Cup is coming, bringing up to 100,000 extra travelers daily. Transit officials are gearing up for the massive influx of fans.
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Tiny optics and AI team up for clearer images.
Blurry images plague every lens, from microscopes to smartphones. UCSD engineers now correct these distortions using a tiny optical element and AI, sharpening your view.
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The future of hurricane season: AI, drones, and "cows" keep you connected.
Hurricane Helene unleashed record flooding and damage in Asheville, NC on Sept 28, 2024. Residents are now making calls amidst the devastation.
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From frozen starts to scorching drives, a new battery thrives.
New polymer electrolyte unlocks lithium metal batteries' full potential. Researchers developed a cross-linked poly(THF) to enable wide-temperature, high-voltage performance.
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From jarring boom to gentle thud: NASA's X-59 quiets the skies.
NASA's bizarre X-59 jet is ready for its sonic boom moment. This unique aircraft will soon fly faster than sound, a milestone it was engineered to achieve.
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Toyota's liquid hydrogen race car just completed 8.4 miles at Le Mans.
Toyota unveils its liquid hydrogen-powered TR LH2 Racing Prototype at Le Mans next week. This experimental race car demonstrates Toyota's commitment to hydrogen combustion in endurance racing.
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From blurry noise to clear vision: MIT engineers refine lidar's view.
MIT's new lidar chip uses specially engineered antennas to reduce interference and widen its field of view.
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The secret AI ingredient helping cities fix potholes and spot clogged drains.
AI products are transforming the public sector. Samsara, an AI and tech provider, is rapidly expanding its municipal footprint, bringing new solutions to cities.
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Is Dhaka finally waving goodbye to traffic bribes?
Dhaka's traffic rule-breakers once faced a familiar routine: a brief standoff, pleading, or a quiet bribe. Now, a comprehensive reform of the transport management system is urgently needed.
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From stopovers to sunrise: A new jet connects Sydney and London directly.
Fly nearly a full day? Airbus's A350-1000ULR, chosen by Qantas for Project Sunrise, just completed its first test flight. This modified jet promises extreme range.
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Does one sleeping bag really do the work of seven?
Forget multiple sleeping bags. TravelBird's ThermoShift, now on Kickstarter, combines three components into one adaptive system, ready for any temperature.
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New data platform saves lives.
Replica and Arity launched a new platform. It helps public agencies identify and reduce roadway risks using infrastructure, mobility, and transportation data.
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This tiny home makes full-time living feel spacious.
Tiny house living means compromises, but the Coolangatta 8.4 minimizes them. This storage-packed, flexible interior is perfect for full-time, on or off-grid living.
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Your next computer might just understand you better.
Nvidia's new chip will power Windows laptops and desktops, creating "AI personal computers." Get ready for AI on your device, coming later this year from brands like Microsoft and Dell.
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Tiny homes just got a lot more comfortable: Meet the Maple.
At just 26 feet, the Maple tiny house perfectly balances portability and comfort. Its well-designed interior makes it ideal for both vacation getaways and full-time living.
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Forget the supersized: This tiny house welcomes six with clever design.
Don't let its 23.6 ft fool you. The Tommy tiny house sleeps six, boasts a folding staircase, and offers off-grid capabilities, proving big things come in small packages.
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A new optical terminal secures communications across a 1.2-mile free-space link.
Xairos Systems' Ares Quantum Optical Terminal just hit a major milestone! This system delivers quantum-secure comms, high-speed data, and resilient PNT where GPS fails.
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Google Maps now lets you revisit your neighborhood, years ago.
Since 2005, Google Maps has amassed vast global data, from business hours to national borders. Beyond navigation, it offers satellite and Street View imagery, letting you explore the world from your screen.
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A tiny house that sleeps six and still feels spacious? Believe it.
This 7.8m (25.7 ft) Gerês tiny house sleeps six! Plus, it offers optional upgrades like full off-grid living.
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Robots are learning to play, not just work.
Hyundai's "School of Football" campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026 stars Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot. It uses football to showcase next-gen human-centered robotics and AI.
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The Pittsburgh firm turning metal bars into nuclear fuel powder.
Pittsburgh's Metal Powder Works is scaling up nuclear metal powder production for Westinghouse. Their patented DirectPowder process converts metal bar stock into high-quality powder for advanced manufacturing.
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Your old bike trailer just got an elegant upgrade.
Forget clunky bike trailers. The Veolo Bike Trailer 2.0 redefines cargo hauling, offering an ultra-light, smooth-running, and well-appointed experience unlike any other.
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While lithium prices climb, sodium batteries quietly power up.
Sodium-ion batteries are rapidly catching lithium in consistency and fast charging. With EV and grid storage demand surging, cheaper, easier-to-source alternatives are critical.
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Your breath just unlocked a secret message.
UCSD engineers created a humidity-based image encoder straight from James Bond's Q-Lab. This postage stamp-sized chip hides messages, revealed only when humidity exceeds 60%—just breathe on it!
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Imagine wearable tech that never stops: this new hydrogel generator bends 8,000 times and keeps going.
Wearable electronics could soon run on sweat! Chinese researchers developed a stretchable, moisture-powered generator that withstands repeated bending, solving a key hydrogel adhesion problem.
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Millions of devices just got a digital clean slate.
Dutch authorities just crippled a botnet controlling 17 million devices—one of the largest cybercrime takedowns ever. The Dutch National Police and NCSC led the operation, seizing 200 servers.
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This titanium multitool just might perfect your everyday carry.
IF, a tool company, has launched two successful wrench multitools on Kickstarter. Now, meet the OmniPro Wrench 3.0, combining the best of both with new features.
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California's secret to 120 mph bus travel between cities?
Imagine San Francisco to LA in 3 hours! A Caltrans report envisions buses hitting 120 mph on dedicated freeway lanes, slashing travel time between the two major cities.
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Seoul's new park welcomes K-pop fans to dance with robots.
G-Dragon's agency, Galaxy Corp, just opened the world's first robot theme park in Seoul! This 16,500 sqm facility features humanoid robots dancing K-pop, boxing, and even acting as valets.
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