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New carbon-negative material could make concrete and cement more sustainable

Using seawater, electricity and carbon dioxide (CO2), Northwestern University scientists have developed a new carbon-negative building material.

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Coffee-making robot breaks new ground for AI machines

An AI-powered robot that can prepare cups of coffee in a busy kitchen could usher in the next generation of intelligent machines, a study suggests.

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3D printing approach strings together dynamic objects to assemble bionic robots, sculptures and more

It's difficult to build devices that replicate the fluid, precise motion of humans, but that might change if we could pull a few (literal) strings. At least, that's the idea behind "cable-driven" mechanisms in which running ...

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Hollywood urges Trump to protect film, TV from AI

Hundreds of Hollywood stars including Ben Stiller, Cate Blanchett and Cynthia Erivo have urged Donald Trump's White House to protect film, TV and music copyrights against big tech and artificial intelligence.

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A quantum light source for eco-friendly production of biogas

Much of our waste is far too valuable to simply be incinerated. If it is recycled in a carefully controlled way, not only can thermal energy be generated, but the resulting gas can also be used to produce valuable chemicals—from ...

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Building a safer future: Researcher works to strengthen Haiti's earthquake resilience

Over the past two decades, Haiti has endured the devastation of two catastrophic earthquakes—first in 2010 and again in 2021. Each disaster left behind widespread destruction: buildings reduced to rubble, entire communities ...

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New method for harnessing sunlight offers path to stable, low-cost solar hydrogen production

A collaborative team of researchers from Imperial College London and Queen Mary University of London has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable energy technology, as detailed in their latest publication in Nature ...

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New adsorbent captures CO₂ from air and withstands high temperatures

A research team from the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) has successfully developed a new solid adsorbent capable of directly capturing CO₂ from the atmosphere and recovering it at an average high purity of 96.5%. ...

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Combining photonic neural networks with distributed acoustic sensing for infrastructure monitoring

Distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) systems represent cutting-edge technology in infrastructure monitoring, capable of detecting minute vibrations along fiber optic cables spanning tens of kilometers. These systems have proven ...

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Leap of faith for Ubisoft with 'Assassin's Creed' set in Japan

Packing familiar formulas into an all-new Japanese setting, "Assassin's Creed Shadows" is the latest big-budget game from developer Ubisoft that is staking its future on the title.

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Germany's Siemens to cut over 6,000 jobs worldwide

German industrial giant Siemens said Tuesday it planned to cut over 6,000 jobs worldwide due to weak demand and increasing competition in China and in its home market.

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Electromechanical building blocks enable rapid prototyping of large interactive structures

Prototyping large structures with integrated electronics, like a chair that can monitor someone's sitting posture, is typically a laborious and wasteful process.

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Making AI more accessible in soccer

Technology is improving soccer—from helping referees make more accurate decisions to developing better on-field tactics. ETH Zurich and FIFA are exploring how AI can make these advancements more accessible to competitions ...

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Simulation method enhances wind turbine reliability testing efficiency without compromising accuracy

Wind power, a key source of renewable energy, relies on large turbines to generate electricity. When designing and maintaining turbines, reliability testing helps engineers prevent dangerous system failures, like a rotor ...

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Researchers publish blueprint to fuse wireless technologies and AI

There's a major difference between humans and current artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities: common sense. According to a new paper by Walid Saad, professor in the College of Engineering and the Next-G Wireless Lead at ...

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Web search formulas offer a first step for protecting critical infrastructure

The technology behind web search engines is useful for more than tracking down your long-lost buddy or discovering a delicious new recipe. Technology based on search engine algorithms might also help keep the lights on, the ...

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People say they prefer stories written by humans over AI-generated works, yet new study suggests that's not quite true

People say they prefer a short story written by a human over one composed by artificial intelligence, yet most still invest the same amount of time and money reading both stories regardless of whether it is labeled as AI-generated.

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AI food scanner turns phone photos into nutritional analysis

Snap a photo of your meal, and artificial intelligence instantly tells you its calorie count, fat content, and nutritional value—no more food diaries or guesswork.

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T-38 Talon jets receive help addressing critical aging aircraft issue causing cracks

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) collaborated with the U.S. Air Force to ensure fleet safety after a large crack was unexpectedly found near the cockpit of a T-38 Talon. A new study describes how SwRI's risk and damage ...

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Streaming, surveillance and the power of suggestion: The hidden cost of ten years of Netflix

This month marks a decade since Netflix—the world's most influential and widely subscribed streaming service—launched in Australia.

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Indian car manufacturers need to prepare for a rise in electric vehicles

Widespread adoption of electric vehicles poses a financial risk to India's leading automotive firms unless they can adapt to the change.

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Plans to link electricity bills to location are unlikely to bring down prices—and that's a big problem for net zero

A proposed reform to the way electricity is priced in Britain could see households pay a different bill based on their postcode.

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Apple loses German appeal, paving way for strict control

Apple lost an appeal on Tuesday as Germany's top court sided with competition regulators, opening the door for the U.S. tech giant to face stricter controls in the country.

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Australia in prime position to benefit from offshore industries

A new study led by Griffith University reveals great potential for co-locating offshore industries which can ease ocean congestion and foster sustainable economic growth.

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Google to buy cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32 billion in the biggest deal in company's history

Google has struck a deal to buy cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32 billion in what would be the tech giant's biggest-ever acquisition at the same time it's facing a potential breakup of its internet empire.

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Why build nuclear power in place of old coal, when you could have pumped hydropower instead?

Australia's energy policy would take a sharp turn if the Coalition wins the upcoming federal election. A Dutton government would seek to build seven nuclear power plants at the sites of old coal-fired power stations.

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Navigating trust in an age of increasing AI influence

In 2025, it can seem as though the future generations of AI advocates promised have finally arrived. We see the benefits of artificial intelligence on a daily basis—we use it to help us navigate traffic, to identify new ...

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Deep-learning system uses smartphone camera for heart rate monitoring

A team of medical researchers and engineers at Google Research has developed a way to use the front-facing camera on a smartphone to monitor a patient's heart rate. The team has published a paper on the technology on the ...

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AI 'reshaping' organized crime, warns Europol

Artificial intelligence is turbocharging organized crime, from creating child sexual abuse images to money laundering via cryptocurrency, Europol warned Tuesday, with advances like quantum computing only poised to make things ...

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SrZrSe₃ chalcogenide perovskites with advanced metal sulfide hole transport layers achieve 27.8% efficiency

As the world increasingly prioritizes sustainable energy solutions, solar power stands out as a leading candidate for clean energy generation. However, traditional solar cells have encountered several challenges, particularly ...

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Xiaomi posts 2024 revenue surge as EV push deepens

Chinese consumer tech giant Xiaomi on Tuesday announced a surge in annual revenue, propelled by strong smartphone sales alongside a continued push into the electric vehicle sector.

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Nvidia showcases new tech at AI 'Super Bowl'

Nvidia chief Jensen Huang on Tuesday showcased cutting-edge chips for artificial intelligence and new applications for the technology, shrugging off talk of China's DeepSeek disrupting the market and dangers from U.S. President ...

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Five things to know about 'Assassin's Creed'

Claiming more than 230 million players worldwide and with a star-studded spin-off movie and Grammy Award under its belt, "Assassin's Creed" has become a video game juggernaut since its 2007 launch.

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