Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, an Israeli defense technology company, reported a record backlog of orders worth NIS 59 billion at the end of Q2, with notable growth in the Americas and a slight decline in Israeli sales. The company’s Q2 revenue increased by 25% year-over-year to NIS 3.9 billion, with new orders rising to NIS 6.4 billion. Since the start of the year, Rafael has … Continue reading Rafael CEO: Iron Beam laser air-defense operational next year

Retailers are increasingly adopting robotic solutions in response to labor shortages caused by aging populations and declining birth rates in developed countries, particularly in Europe, Japan, and South Korea. GlobalData’s report highlights the growing need for automation as the working-age population continues to shrink, leading to significant talent shortfalls in industries like hospitality. Robotics, offering high efficiency and low maintenance, are seen as a viable … Continue reading Ageing populations spell a robotic future for food and drink retailers

Security robots are increasingly being used across the U.S., from New York to Hawaii, to patrol residential communities and apartment buildings. While they offer the potential to complement human security guards, concerns have arisen about privacy, job losses, and their actual effectiveness in enhancing public safety. Though there’s limited public data to prove their reliability, experts argue that these robots excel in routine tasks, allowing … Continue reading Security robots are starting to join the ranks of human guards

Apple has announced a special event on September 9, where the iPhone 16 is expected to be unveiled. The event, tagged “It’s Glowtime,” will be held at the Steve Jobs Theater and streamed online. The iPhone 16 is anticipated to feature advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, building on AI tools like personalized Genmoji and a smarter Siri, introduced earlier this year. While the AI enhancements … Continue reading Apple is expected to debut the first generative AI iPhone at its September 9 event

Australia has implemented a “right to disconnect” law, allowing employees to ignore work-related communications after hours without fear of punishment. This new rule aims to help workers achieve better work-life balance, addressing the issue of unpaid overtime, which averages 281 hours annually in Australia. While employers can still contact workers after hours, employees now have the right not to respond unless it’s deemed unreasonable. The … Continue reading Australians get ‘right to disconnect’ after hours

Ukraine is deploying a fleet of robot dogs, including some designed for potential “kamikaze” attacks, against Russian forces. Over 30 of these $9,000 robots, created by Brit Alliance, are currently in use, primarily for reconnaissance and supply delivery. Ukrainian military units are working to adapt these robotic dogs for offensive roles, targeting enemy soldiers and vehicles. Equipped with remote-sensing technology and thermal-infrared cameras, the robots, … Continue reading Ukraine deploys $9K robot dogs vs. Russia with plans to use them as ‘kamikazes’ on the front lines

Will.i.am has launched RAiDiO.FYI, a new AI-powered interactive media platform that allows users to customize and interact with radio content. The app lets listeners personalize their experience by curating topics, discovering new music, and engaging with AI radio hosts in real-time. Users can ask questions about the music or news they’re hearing and receive immediate responses. The platform, available for free on iPhone and Android, … Continue reading Will.i.am Launches Interactive AI-Driven Radio App

The Port of Seattle, including Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, is facing internet and system outages, potentially due to a cyberattack, officials announced on Saturday. The outages are affecting web-based services, leading to possible disruptions like long lines and delays at baggage check and ticketing counters. The Port has isolated critical systems and is working to restore full service but has not provided a timeline, KING 5 … Continue reading Possible cyberattack cripples Port of Seattle, Sea-Tac Airport

Boardwalk Robotics has introduced “Alex,” a new humanoid robot designed to enhance productivity and efficiency across various industries. Unlike traditional humanoids, Alex lacks legs but excels in tasks like organizing and cleaning. Boardwalk, founded in 2017, has partnered with the Institute for Human Machine Cognition (IHMC) to develop advanced robots, including the Nadia humanoid, known for its dynamic locomotion research and recent performance in a … Continue reading New humanoid robot tackles dumbbells, dishes and diverse tasks

Turf Tank is revolutionizing sports field preparation with its robots that significantly reduce the time required to paint lines, numbers, and other markings for game day. Bearden High School in East Tennessee is among the schools using these robots, which have transformed their field usage. The robots allow coaches to save time, enabling them to focus more on training their players. The head of Bearden’s … Continue reading Self-guiding robots are making athletic field preparation easier

Roboticists at West Virginia University are exploring the potential of a “multicellular robot” named Loopy, which could determine its own shape with minimal human intervention. Led by Professor Yu Gu, the research team will test Loopy’s ability to use its interconnected cells to mark the boundary of contaminated areas, like oil spills. Loopy is an example of “swarm robotics,” where simple, decentralized reactions among its … Continue reading WVU sees potential in shape-shifting robot named ‘Loopy’

Ford Motor is delaying the production of its next-generation all-electric pickup truck at a new Tennessee plant and canceling plans for a three-row electric SUV. Instead, the company will focus on developing hybrid models and electric commercial vehicles, including a new electric van in 2026 and two EV pickup trucks in 2027. The pickups will include a full-size truck produced in Tennessee and a midsize … Continue reading Ford delays new EV plant, cancels electric SUV

China’s Unitree Robotics, a newcomer in the general-purpose humanoid robot market, has unveiled a mass production-ready version of its $16,000 G1 model. Initially focused on four-legged robots, Unitree entered the humanoid space with the G1, which has quickly shown impressive capabilities. The G1 features a visor-like face, three-digit hands, and enhanced mobility, including leaping, twisting, and climbing stairs. Standing 1.32 meters tall and weighing 35 … Continue reading $16,000 humanoid robot ready to leap into mass production

NASA’s X-59 QueSST (Quiet Supersonic Technology) aircraft is on the verge of its first flight, promising to revolutionize air travel by breaking the sound barrier without the disruptive sonic boom. Designed in collaboration with Lockheed Martin, the X-59 aims to achieve quieter supersonic flights over land, a significant advancement since the era of the Concorde. The aircraft’s sleek design and innovative technology focus on minimizing … Continue reading NASA’s Revolutionary X-59 Supersonic Jet Inches Closer to Historic First Flight with Final Tests Underway

Hennessey Performance tested its 1,800-horsepower Venom F5 hypercar at the Kennedy Space Center’s Space Shuttle runway, only to have the car flip during a high-speed run, causing minor damage to the 15,000-foot runway. The incident occurred when the car lost downforce at speeds approaching 250 mph. Fortunately, the test driver was unharmed. Hennessey CEO John Hennessey confirmed the crash on Instagram and thanked his engineers … Continue reading $3 Million Hypercar Crashes and Flips, Damages Space Shuttle Runway

Swiss tech firm FinalSpark has launched a program offering scientists cloud access to “biocomputers” made from human brain cells for $500 a month. These biocomputers, composed of brain cell clusters called organoids, aim to provide a highly efficient, low-energy alternative to traditional silicon-based technology for training AI models. According to FinalSpark, using organic material could be up to 100,000 times more efficient. The biocomputers can … Continue reading Swiss tech firm launches AI made of human brain cells rental service

Apple is reportedly developing a tabletop robotic device with an iPad-like display attached to a thin robotic arm, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The arm will allow the display to tilt, rotate 360 degrees, and respond to commands via Siri or Apple Intelligence. The device will offer functionalities like smart home control, home security monitoring, and video conferencing, Nasdaq has reported. Expected to launch by … Continue reading Apple Reportedly Working On Tabletop Robot

Residents of Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward have noticed a new security presence patrolling the streets—a robot named “Spunky.” Spunky, a K-5 robot created by Knightscope, patrols the sidewalks in front of Station 464 & 496 Apartments on Boulevard NE, a busy area that has seen a rise in crime. Weighing over 400 pounds and standing 5’6″, Spunky uses five sensors to navigate, record its surroundings, … Continue reading Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward gets security Robot

Around four months after a hacking group claimed to have stolen sensitive personal data from a major data broker, a member of the group has reportedly released most of it for free on an online marketplace. The breach, which includes Social Security numbers and other sensitive information, poses significant risks for identity theft and fraud, according to Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog director. The group, … Continue reading Hackers may have stolen Social Security numbers of every American

Researchers at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC) have, for the first time, directly observed high-energy electron and muon neutrino interactions in the teraelectronvolt (TeV) range using the Forward Search Experiment (FASER). This groundbreaking achievement, described as a major breakthrough in particle physics, marks the first physics result on neutrinos from a particle collider. The FASERν detector, a key component in the experiment, allowed scientists to … Continue reading CERN’s breakthrough experiment captures high-energy neutrinos for first time

The U.S. Army plans to select a few teams by early 2025 to compete in developing its Enduring High Energy Laser (HEL) system for short-range air defense. A winner will be chosen in early fiscal 2026 to build the system, following ongoing evaluations of various laser prototypes, including 10-, 20-, 50-, and 300-kilowatt options. The Army has already deployed 50-kilowatt laser prototypes and is learning … Continue reading Army’s high-energy laser competition to kick off early next year

Robot dogs, like the “BAD One” model, may soon assist Ukrainian soldiers on the front lines by performing dangerous tasks such as spying on Russian trenches and detecting mines. Demonstrated at an undisclosed location, these agile machines use thermal imaging to scout enemy positions, reducing the risks faced by human reconnaissance soldiers. The robots can operate for about two hours, carry up to 7 kilograms … Continue reading Robot dogs to enter active war, help frontline troops in high-risk missions

Estonia’s Milrem Robotics has integrated a Starlink satellite communications system into its popular THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle, enabling remote control from thousands of kilometers away. The 3,500-pound tracked vehicle, used by 17 militaries, including Ukraine, for logistics and casualty evacuations, now benefits from enhanced control beyond line of sight, thanks to the satellite link. This integration also reduces the vehicle’s radio frequency signature, making it … Continue reading Starlink Lets Operators Control Ground Robots at Long Distances

Engineering students at Switzerland’s ETH Zurich are developing cutting-edge robotic fish, like “Eve,” to revolutionize ocean studies. Designed to blend seamlessly into aquatic ecosystems, Eve mimics the movement of real fish, minimizing disruption to marine life. Equipped with a camera, sonar, and a filter for collecting environmental DNA (eDNA), Eve gathers data on underwater species without disturbing them. The students aim to provide scientists with … Continue reading Meet ‘Eve’ the DNA-collecting robot fish

DeepMind, an AI division of Google’s parent company Alphabet, successfully trained a robotic arm to play table tennis, achieving a 13 out of 29 win rate against human opponents of varying skill levels. The robot was trained using a combination of computer simulations and real-world data, allowing it to master techniques like returning serves and hitting topspins. While the robot excelled against beginners and amateurs, … Continue reading Google’s robot beats humans at table tennis