Japan Wants To Bring Artificial Gravity To the Moon
"Researchers and engineers from Kyoto University and the Kajima Corporation have released their joint proposal for a three-pronged approach to sustainable human life on the Moon and beyond," reports Gizmodo. The first element involves "The Glass," wh.....»»
Paris 2024 Olympics to debut high-level breakdancing—and physics in action
Two athletes square off for an intense dance battle. The DJ starts spinning tunes, and the athletes begin twisting, spinning and seemingly defying gravity, respectfully watching each other and taking turns showing off their skill......»»
Space weather forecasting needs an upgrade to protect future Artemis astronauts
NASA has set its sights on the moon, aiming to send astronauts back to the lunar surface by 2026 and establish a long-term presence there by the 2030s. But the moon isn't exactly a habitable place for people......»»
Apple is paying OpenAI with exposure, not cash
Apple and OpenAI are working together to bring optional ChatGPT functionality to Apple's ecosystem, but neither party is paying the other — for now.Apple and OpenAI have a mutual partnershipIt is well known that Google pays Apple billions for the p.....»»
Japan"s escargot entrepreneur achieves the "impossible"
Far from Parisian bistros serving up Burgundy snails, one Japanese man has figured out how to farm the slimy species—a feat that has long eluded the French......»»
Apple paying OpenAI with exposure, not money
Apple and OpenAI are working together to bring optional ChatGPT functionality to Apple's ecosystem, but neither party is paying the other — for now.Apple and OpenAI have a mutual partnershipIt is well known that Google pays Apple billions for the p.....»»
Parabolic flight with exoskeleton: Researchers test fine motor skills in weightlessness
Fine motor tasks under space conditions are particularly challenging and must first be trained on Earth. Scientists from the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) and the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) are investigating whethe.....»»
Tim Cook talks Apple Intelligence, OpenAI, and iconic Apple products with MKBHD
Apple CEO Tim Cook is continuing his interview tour to discuss Apple Intelligence versus artificial intelligence, privacy in the AI era, and the most iconic Apple products of all time.Tim Cook makes an appearance on MKBHDIn a new interview published.....»»
Fish and chips on Mars: Research shows how colonists could produce their own food
Humans can't help being fascinated by space. That interest seems to be making the possibility of moving humanity to another planet, like Mars or the moon, more distinct, with NASA hoping to set up colonies in the next few decades......»»
Japan"s parliament has approved a law that will force third party App Stores on Apple & Google
In a move very similar to the European Union, Japan's parliament has finished the process to enact a law that prohibits big tech from blocking third-party app stores.An Apple Store in JapanThe bill passed Japan's House of Representatives in may, and.....»»
NASA"s asteroid sample mission gives scientists around the world the rare opportunity to study an artificial meteor
Earth is constantly bombarded by fragments of rock and ice, also known as meteoroids, from outer space. Most of the meteoroids are as tiny as grains of sand and small pebbles, and they completely burn up high in the atmosphere. You can see meteoroids.....»»
New technique could help build quantum computers of the future
Quantum computers have the potential to solve complex problems in human health, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence millions of times faster than some of the world's fastest supercomputers. A network of quantum computers could advance these d.....»»
Researchers harness AI for autonomous discovery and optimization of materials
Today, researchers are developing ways to accelerate discovery by combining automated experiments, artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. A novel tool developed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory that leverages those technologies has d.....»»
iOS 18 HomeKit features: guest user access, hands-free door unlock, robot vacuum support
While we still waiting for new smart home hardware products from Apple, iOS 18 does bring some new advancements to the Apple smart home software experience, with upgrades to HomeKit and the Home app. The hero new feature this year is the addition.....»»
Diligent AI enables leaders to better manage and respond to risk
Diligent announced Diligent AI, a set of artificial intelligence capabilities within the Diligent One Platform that enhance how organizations understand, anticipate and mitigate risks. Diligent AI will enable users to identify risks, safeguard data a.....»»
New technique uses enzymes to create versatile nanoparticles
The selective bond-breaking powers of enzymes bring new versatility for building nanoparticles with a wide range of technical and medical potential......»»
A strikingly natural coincidence: Researchers find heating gallium nitride and magnesium forms a superlattice
A study led by Nagoya University in Japan revealed that a simple thermal reaction of gallium nitride (GaN) with metallic magnesium (Mg) results in the formation of a distinctive superlattice structure. This represents the first time researchers have.....»»
Neutrinos: The inscrutable “ghost particles” driving scientists crazy
The particles hold the keys to new physics. If only we could understand them. Enlarge / The Super-Kamiokande neutrino detector at the Kamioka Observatory in Japan. (credit: Kamioka Observatory, ICRR (Institute for Cosmic Ray Rese.....»»
YesWeHack raises €26 million to expand its international growth
YesWeHack announces a €26 million Series C funding round. In a world where cyber risks are more strategic and complex than ever, YesWeHack will use this funding to invest in Artificial Intelligence, launch new innovative solutions and expand its in.....»»
Carlos Ghosn"s ex-lawyer says Nissan chief would not have fled if charged in U.S.
Takashi Takano says Japan’s so-called hostage justice system and its “inhumane” bail conditions compelled Carlos Ghosn, the once venerated chairman of the Renault Nissan Mitsubishi automotive empire, to flee in 2019......»»
Japan biochemist who discovered statins, Akira Endo, dies
Japanese biochemist Akira Endo, who discovered cholesterol-lowering statins, has died aged 90, his former student and colleague said on Tuesday......»»