What does it mean to ‘accept’ or ‘reject’ all cookies, and which should I...
It’s nearly impossible to use the internet without being asked about cookies.
A typical pop-up will offer to either “accept all” or “reject all”. Sometimes,...
Scientists create a robot that “feels” its way through tough terrain
Imagine going for a hike through a dense forest. You feel the crunch of leaves under your feet, hear the snap of branches, and...
MIT’s robot helps seniors stand, walk, and prevent falls—No harness needed!
As America’s population grows older, the challenge of caring for seniors becomes increasingly urgent.
By 2050, the number of people aged 65 and older is...
This mind-like device sees and remembers movements instantly
Engineers at RMIT University have created a tiny device that can process hand movements in real time, store visual memories, and perform brain-like tasks...
Chatbots often exaggerate science findings, study reveals
A recent study has found that popular chatbots like ChatGPT and DeepSeek often exaggerate scientific findings when summarizing research articles.
The study, conducted by Uwe...
How the Internet escaped U.S. control—and what it means for AI
Almost thirty years ago, the United States government began to step back from overseeing a crucial part of the internet's infrastructure: the system that...
This octopus-inspired robot learns to grip and sense its surroundings
Scientists at the University of Bristol have created a new type of soft robot inspired by the incredible abilities of the octopus.
Unlike traditional robots...
This wireless chip could boost small satellite communication
The world is becoming more connected every day, thanks to advances in satellite technology. Small satellites, which typically weigh between 10 to 100 kilograms,...
Zippy: The world’s smallest and fastest tiny walking robot
At just under one and a half inches tall—about the height of a LEGO minifigure—Zippy is the world’s smallest self-powered bipedal robot.
Despite its tiny...
AI-powered headphones translate multiple voices with spatial clarity
Imagine walking through a bustling museum in a foreign country and understanding everything the tour guide and people around you are saying—even if you...