Advocates gathered at the Massachusetts State House to rally support for a bill aimed at prohibiting the weaponization of robots and drones. Among them was Boston Dynamics, showcasing their robot dog, Spot, to demonstrate its capabilities. In 2022, Boston Dynamics and five other robotics firms committed to a pledge against weaponizing their advanced-mobility robots, setting the stage for the current legislative push. The proposed responsible … Continue reading Boston Dynamics Pushes Lawmakers To Ban Weaponization Of Robots

Sanctuary AI, a Canadian robotics company, is making strides in the humanoid robotics field with its seventh-generation Phoenix line. Unlike some competitors focused on mechatronics, Sanctuary emphasizes the humanoid robot’s upper body movements and learning capabilities. While current robots may not possess “general intelligence” akin to humans, they can rapidly learn new tasks, with Sanctuary claiming its latest Phoenix model can automate tasks within 24 … Continue reading Sanctuary’s new humanoid robot learns faster and costs less

Hisense, known for its innovative Laser TV concept, is also making waves with standalone ultra short throw (UST) projectors. The brand introduces its latest model, the PX3-PRO, as a premium UST projector for the 2024 season. Equipped with a TriChroma triple-laser projection system and Hisense’s advanced laser processing engine, the PX3-PRO boasts features like real-time Pro AI Algorithms for brightness enhancement, contrast fine-tuning, and noise … Continue reading Hisense Unveils New 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector For Home Theater 

Former Pikesville High School athletic director, Dazhon Darien, was arrested by Baltimore County Police for using artificial intelligence to impersonate Principal Eric Eiswert, leading to the circulation of racist and antisemitic comments attributed to Eiswert. Darien was apprehended at BWI Airport while attempting to board a flight to Houston, initially stopped for carrying a gun, where officials discovered a warrant for his arrest. He was … Continue reading Principal framed with AI-generated voice, police say

The Senate approved legislation on Tuesday that compels TikTok’s Chinese parent company to sell the social media platform or face a ban, a move expected to be legally contested and disrupt the livelihoods of content creators reliant on the app for income. The measure, part of a $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine and Israel, passed 79-18 and heads to President Joe Biden for … Continue reading TikTok forced to sell or face ban

KleinVision’s groundbreaking AirCar has achieved a historic milestone by conducting the world’s first flight with a passenger. Music icon Jean-Michel Jarre soared through the skies in the half-plane hybrid, showcasing its capabilities at Piestany international airport in Slovakia. Designed by Professor Stefan Klein and Anton Zajac, the AirCar received flight approval in 2022 after numerous successful takeoffs and landings. Previously, it made history as the … Continue reading Flying car makes world’s first flight with passenger

Law enforcement agencies are testing a new AI technology called Draft One, designed to generate police reports swiftly by analyzing body camera footage. Developed by security tech company Axon, the system aims to streamline report-writing processes, freeing up officers’ time for other duties. Axon’s CEO, Rick Smith, believes AI-powered solutions like Draft One will revolutionize law enforcement by enhancing efficiency. Initial trials have shown promising … Continue reading Cops testing AI body camera that writes its own police reports in minutes

A company in the United States has developed a flame-throwing robotic dog called the Thermonator, capable of delivering fire on demand. Priced at $9,420 (£7,600), the remote-controlled device, created by Ohio-based firm Throwflame, is marketed for various purposes including wildlife control, snow and ice removal, and entertainment, rather than as a weapon. Equipped with a laser sight, flashlight, and light-sensitive mapping capabilities, it can shoot … Continue reading Flamethrowing robot dog that can shoot fire up to 30ft goes on sale

The Alaska Department of Transportation has hired a unique candidate, Aurora, a four-legged robotic animal created by Boston Dynamics, to patrol Fairbanks International Airport. Aurora’s task is to keep wildlife off the airport runways to enhance aviation safety and gather data on animal behavior. Outfitted with coverings mimicking foxes and coyotes, Aurora will work alongside handlers and wildlife biologists. With over 270,000 wildlife strikes reported … Continue reading 4-legged robot to help deter wildlife strikes at Alaska airport

Huawei unveiled its latest smartphone lineup, the Pura 70 series, signaling its comeback in the Chinese market and its direct challenge to Apple’s dominance. This new series replaces Huawei’s “P series” and showcases the company’s growing confidence after facing U.S. sanctions in recent years. Despite these challenges, Huawei’s smartphone shipments in China surged by 64% in the first six weeks of 2024, while Apple saw … Continue reading After chip breakthrough, Huawei launches fresh lineup of phones to challenge Apple in China

Apple complied with a Chinese government order to remove Meta Platforms’ WhatsApp and Threads from its App Store in China due to national security concerns. The removal also included Telegram and Signal, indicating China’s increasing intolerance towards certain foreign messaging apps. While Meta’s other apps like Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger remained accessible, it’s unclear how WhatsApp or Threads posed security risks. Apple stated its obligation … Continue reading Apple pulls WhatsApp, Threads from China app store after Communist order

The water sector faces increasing pressure to enhance cybersecurity measures due to rising hacking threats. The Environmental Protection Agency and the White House urged governors to develop plans by June 28 addressing major cybersecurity risks in their state’s water systems. Proposed legislation by Reps. Rick Crawford and John Duarte seeks to establish a governing body to set cybersecurity mandates and collaborate with the EPA for … Continue reading Water Facilities Warned to Improve Cybersecurity As Hackers Pounce

Anonymous claimed responsibility for hacking into the IDF and announced its possession of over 233,000 documents, including PDFs and PowerPoint presentations. While the authenticity of the showcased documents remains uncertain, the IDF downplayed the likelihood of a significant breach, suggesting it might be a psychological warfare tactic. The IDF’s computer systems are tightly secured, making direct access improbable, the Jerusalem Post has reported. Earlier, the … Continue reading Anonymous claims to have hacked Israeli Defense Forces

Atlas, Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot, undergoes a transformation from its hydraulic predecessor to a sleek electric version. The new Atlas exhibits fluid movements and a redesigned appearance, departing from its top-heavy build and armored look.  This “All New Atlas” retains its name for now, a departure from the company’s trend of renaming products for commercialization.  The robot’s movements, powered by custom actuators, showcase agility and … Continue reading Boston Dynamics debuts all-new electric humanoid

Quantum computing is transitioning from a distant concept to a tangible reality, with recent advancements paving the way for a “quantum internet.” Researchers have achieved a breakthrough by creating an interface that enables two quantum machines to exchange information, using wavelengths compatible with current optical fiber systems. This development brings us closer to a future where data can be transmitted securely and computations executed rapidly. … Continue reading ‘Quantum Internet’ Connection Achieved In Historic Breakthrough

Ukraine is poised to potentially receive prototypes of the United Kingdom’s cutting-edge “DragonFire” high-power laser weapon, as it continues to defend itself over two years into Russia’s invasion. The U.K. has been developing this directed energy weapon for over seven years, with its first successful test firing on an aerial target taking place in January. With precision akin to hitting a £1 coin from a … Continue reading UK may transfer DragonFire laser weapons to Ukraine

A groundbreaking Autonomous Road Repair System (ARRES) has been developed by Robotiz3d, Hertfordshire City Council, and the University of Liverpool. This system comprises three innovative technologies aimed at revolutionizing road maintenance. The centerpiece of ARRES is the ARRES Eye technology, strategically installed on various vehicles like trucks and maintenance cars. These vehicles traverse city streets, employing advanced imaging to detect road surface issues such as … Continue reading Tech Firm Looks to Use AI-Powered Robots for Road Repairs

Since introducing its in-house chips for Macs, Apple has experienced significant performance boosts across its product lineup. Following the launch of its third-generation M3 chip in October 2023, Apple is now preparing for the release of its next-generation M4 chip later in 2024. These chips are expected to power every Mac model, prioritizing increased performance and artificial intelligence capabilities. The M4 lineup will likely include … Continue reading Apple’s next-generation of Mac chips will have an A.I. focus

Apple has been surpassed by Samsung as the world’s top phone maker, according to data from research firm IDC released over the weekend. Apple experienced a roughly 10% drop in phone shipments in the first quarter of the year, resulting in a market share decrease to 17.3%. Increased competition, particularly from Samsung’s new flagship models, contributed to Apple’s decline, Reuters reported. Additionally, challenges in China, … Continue reading Apple loses top phone-maker title to Samsung

Tesla has recently showcased its advancements in humanoid robot technology through the filing of multiple patents related to its Optimus robot program. The new generation of the robot, called Optimus Gen 2, promises to take over repetitive tasks from humans and showed significant improvements compared to previous versions. A key change in Optimus Gen 2 is the use of Tesla’s own custom-designed actuators for the … Continue reading Tesla reveals humanoid robot technology through new patents

DeepAI and Meta are set to launch new artificial intelligence models that will enhance machines’ ability to reason and plan, moving closer to achieving superhuman cognition. The upcoming Llama 3 from Meta and GPT-5 from DeepAI will allow for the handling of complex tasks beyond current capabilities. Companies like Google, Anthropic, and Cohere are contributing to the progress of generative AI that can create humanlike … Continue reading OpenAI and Meta ready new AI models capable of ‘reasoning’ 

Scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology have developed a low-cost material that can levitate above magnetic surfaces without the need for an external power source. The material, made from silica-coated graphite particles mixed with wax, prevents energy loss that would cause the levitating object to fall due to eddy damping. This innovation enables objects to levitate over magnetic surfaces for extended periods. … Continue reading Graphite platform levitates without power

FBI Director Christopher Wray gave a speech warning of China as the biggest threat to national security, stating that the country is becoming more aggressive in its efforts to steal secrets and undermine the US security and economy. He emphasized that China’s hacking program is larger than that of any other major nation, and that their cyber personnel far outnumber FBI agents. Wray detailed China’s … Continue reading FBI warns China hackers ready to ‘wreak havoc’ in USA

Some users of the Apple Vision Pro virtual-reality headset, including Emily Olman and Ian Beacraft, have experienced physical discomfort such as black eyes, soreness, neck pain, and headaches after using the device for extended periods. Apple’s high-tech wearable has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting issues like eye strain, back aches, and puffy or dry eyes. Experts like Jeremy Bailenson have pointed out that … Continue reading Apple Vision Pro users suffer black eyes, headaches, neck pain

Advancements in artificial intelligence are propelling household robots beyond their traditional roles as simple vacuum cleaners. MIT engineers are developing methods to enhance the intelligence and adaptability of these robots, integrating them with large language models (LLMs) to navigate and respond intelligently to unexpected challenges. Experts anticipate a future where robots can autonomously adapt to new situations, revolutionizing efficiency in homes and businesses. Nadia Figueroa, … Continue reading MIT Engineers Aim to Advance Household Robots With AI Integration