Consumer & Gadgets

Amazon's next-gen Alexa gets AI upgrade

Online retail behemoth Amazon on Wednesday announced a new version of its Alexa voice assistant that is powered by generative artificial intelligence, giving the device more human-like qualities.

Engineering

Sensors can detect hydrogen leaks for safer infrastructure

Fraunhofer researchers have developed sensor systems and measuring equipment that detect leaks in hydrogen lines and tanks. Applications for the new technology include continuous monitoring of hydrogen shipments and facilities ...

Energy & Green Tech

Italy breaks 'taboo' with push to revive nuclear

Italy's cabinet opened the door Friday to a return to nuclear power, aiming to overturn nearly 40 years of opposition—though experts say any revival is at least a decade away.

Automotive

Tesla shares fall on weak China auto sales

Shares of Tesla tumbled Tuesday following data showing a big drop in auto sales in China, adding to recent losses amid backlash to CEO Elon Musk's alliance with US President Donald Trump.

Internet

Russian disinformation 'infects' AI chatbots, researchers warn

A sprawling Russian disinformation network is manipulating Western AI chatbots to spew pro-Kremlin propaganda, researchers say, at a time when the United States is reported to have paused its cyber operations against Moscow.

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