Whereas climate scientists want more people to eat greener, that vision might not be viable. The cheapest way of living on a green diet is still too expensive for 20% of the world’s population. It is well-known how most humans are actively contributing to the climate change problems through their […]
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MIT’s Puppy-Sized Robotic Dogs Enjoy Playing With Leaves
One would not expect a pack of robotic dogs to play in piles of leaves. That situation is slightly different as far as MIT is concerned. The renowned university has awed and shocked the world with its robotic dogs in recent years. A new video was shared earlier this week, […]
Gathering Solar Energy in Space is the Next Frontier
Gathering solar energy down here on earth is a difficult process. Despite technological improvements, a more streamlined solution needs to be developed. Beaming solar energy down from space has suddenly become a hot topic. That is the result of a new project by the Air Force Research Laboratory in Albuquerque, […]
Germany Needs one Million Charging Stations for Electric Cars by 2030
Electric cars continue to make their mark on a global scale. German Chancellor Angela Merkel expects a big boom in this regard. To prevent any potential problems, she aims to have at least one million charging stations across the country by 2030. Electric Cars Need Charging Stations All over the […]
Google Researchers Deem Quantum Supremacy to be Within Their Grasp
Quantum computing is a hot topic among technology enthusiasts and cryptocurrency developers. This new era of technology can change many facets of life in very quick succession. Until now, it was assumed most aspects of quantum computing only existed in theoretical form. That is no longer the case, as quantum […]
Antarctica’s Glaciers Still Disburse Nuclear Radioactive Material After 60 Years
Our planet’s geology can tell tales of what happened in the past. Rock formations confirm our planet looked very different thousands of years ago. The glaciers in Antarctica also tell their own tale. A new study confirms they still release radioactive material from nuclear weapons tests conducted in the 1950s. […]
Will Facebook Remove End-to-end Encryption From its Messaging Apps?
The technology community is up in arms once again. The US government has tried to get rid of end-to-end encryption in numerous ways. Its latest effort comes in the form of putting pressure on Facebook to make this decision. Their aim is to “protect consumers, primarily those underage and vulnerable”, […]
Zimbabwe Bans Mobile Money and Foreign Pricing
Numerous countries find themselves in major financial peril these days. Zimbabwe is one of the many African countries in dire need of a change. Recent regulations imposed by the central bank continue to limit financial options for both companies and individuals alike. These new guidelines do not bode well for […]
The Future of Brain Implants Looks Very Promising
Scientific developments can have a major impact on society as we know it. Brain implants, while still widely considered to be controversial, will undoubtedly continue to play a role of importance. The BrainGate programme is one of those ventures few people are aware of, but it is just one example […]
Venezuela’s Monthly Inflation Rate Spiked to 62.5% in August 2019
Inflation is a very problematic financial situation which is often underestimated. Anyone who never had to deal with such a problem can’t fully grasp the consequences. In the case of Venezuela, things continue to grow progressively worse. The country is dealing with an inflation rate of 62.5, which is absolutely […]
Agrovoltaic Research Confirms Solar Panels and Crops can Synergize
There are many possible use cases for solar panels. They provide renewable energy for homes and public buildings. Additionally, they can also be sued to reduce the carbon footprint of our society. New research now confirms they can also be used to foster the growth of plants and crops. Unlike […]
Russia’s Largest Tank Plant is Building Autonomous Military Ground Vehicles
Robots and drones will undoubtedly play a growing role of importance in future warfare. A new report indicates the Russian military may be working on a rather unusual project. The country’s primary tank plant is working on unmanned variants. It seems the robot drone tank could go in production fairly […]
Artificial Intelligence is a Valuable Tool for Voice Fraudsters
New technologies are often both a blessing and a curse. Artificial intelligence is shaping up to be no different in that regard. Criminals are now using AI and voice technology for monetary purposes. The rise of voice fraud should not be underestimated, as it can hit any company around the […]
Bank of England Governor:” The US Dollar Needs to be Replaced Soon’
Facebook’s Libra project is getting a lot of flack. The happy-go-lucky attitude associated with this project continues to raise eyebrows. Despite some major critiques, the concept still holds merit to some. The Bank of England’s Mark Corney wants to see the US Dollar replaced. In fact, he claims the Libra […]
Astro the Robodog now has a Head and Brain
Robots will continue to play an increasing role of importance in human society. Which shape these mechanical creatures will take, remains to be determined. Astro, a very popular robot dog, has received a noteworthy upgrade. It is also the only quadruped robot with an actual head to resemble a physical […]
Modified Lightning Cables can Give Hackers Backdoor Access to Your Computer
Lightning cables used for charging Apple devices have become very common over the past decade. Most consumers can distinguish this cable from others simply by giving it a quick glance. However, not all lightning cables are the same. Some of them, while they might look legitimate, will effectively allow criminals […]
China Equips Public Housing and Trash Cans With Facial Recognition Tech
Recently introduced technologies are bound to impact our society sooner or later. Facial recognition is one of those concepts which seemingly won’t go away in the near future. In China, it seems as if this technology will be combined with public housing and even trash cans. Not entirely surprising from […]
4 Things You Can’t Buy or Have With an Apple Card
Innovative ventures in the financial industry often come with a caveat. The newly announced Apple Card is no different, even though consumers might have expected more from the technology giant’s credit card. A lot of products and services cannot be purchased with this new card, which creates a very interesting […]