A breakthrough in miniaturization has produced the smallest fully programmable autonomous robots ever. These microscopic devices, developed by the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan, can move, sense, and compute on their own. Their potential uses range from tracking single cel
New York is taking direct aim at the design features that keep users hooked. A new law will force platforms to display persistent warnings about addictive feeds and autoplay for young people.
The AI hype bubble is bursting. A new report details how 2025 has become a year of intense public and political backlash against generative AI, from rural data center protests to hunger strikes.
In a major industry shakeup, former United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno is jumping to Blue Origin. He’ll lead the company’s newly formed National Security Group, reporting directly to CEO Dave Limp.
Oracle’s aggressive push into AI infrastructure is hitting major roadblocks. Project delays and soaring costs have cratered the stock by 30% this quarter, raising serious doubts about its $225 billion revenue target.
The job of training AI is undergoing a major shift. Subject-matter experts are now commanding over $100 an hour, while entry-level generalists earn far less. This reflects the industry’s growing need for nuanced, high-stakes knowledge.
The way companies pay for software is undergoing its biggest shift since the move to SaaS. Vendors and buyers are moving towards models where you pay for results, not just access. This change, driven by AI, will reshape budgets, teams, and vendor relationships.
In a major escalation, the U.S. FCC has banned imports of new models of foreign-made drones, directly targeting China’s DJI and Autel. The move follows a 2024 congressional order and a White House security review, but existing drones are unaffected.
A new analysis argues the $5 trillion U.S. retail industry is hamstrung by manual processes and siloed data, leading to massive inefficiency. The proposed fix isn’t just AI, but AI agents that can collaborate across company lines.
The FCC has officially added drones to its national security “Covered List,” blocking the sale of any new, unapproved models from companies like DJI. While existing drones are grandfathered in, the move cuts off the US from the world’s leading drone maker and its latest tech. The fallout will reshap
