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ChipStart UK: investors gather in Glasgow to see top semiconductor startups
Tens of investors, startups heads and representatives of government and multinational companies converged on the University of Glasgow on the 25th January for ChipStart UK’s early-stage semiconductor incubator.
Reaching the ground state of quantum sound
A team of scientists have succeeded in getting us even closer to the ground state of quantum sound.
Cooking perfect steak with a Raspberry Pi and ChatGPT-4
Louis, an innovative tech enthusiast, recently embarked on an experiment to test the capabilities of OpenAI's latest offering, GPT-4 with a vision model (GPT-4V). His goal? To explore whether artificial intelligence can match the culinary expertise of renowned chefs like Gordon Ramsay, particularly in the subjective art of cooking steak.
Apple’s EV launch delayed to 2028
Apple's ambitious venture into the electric vehicle (EV) market has encountered yet another delay, with the latest reports suggesting the Apple Car won't debut until at least 2028.
Doomsday Clock freeze, but climate crisis and AI pose risk to humanity
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists have announced that the Doomsday Clock is to remain at 90 seconds to midnight, but “make no mistake”, it’s no indicator of stability.
Non-toxic quantum dots pave way for SWIR sensors for consumer electronics
Researchers from ICFO and Qurv have developed an innovative shortwave infrared (SWIR) image sensor using non-toxic colloidal quantum dots, potentially revolutionising consumer electronics.
Disney unveils HoloTile: a sliding floor for enhanced VR experiences
Disney’s Research and Development department, led by engineer and inventor Lanny Smoot, has introduced HoloTile, “the world’s first multi-person, omnidirectional, modular, expandable, treadmill floor.”
Driverless pods on elevated tracks could soon be seen in Dubai
In a move towards sustainable urban transport, Urban.MASS has signed an agreement with the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to develop and implement the Floc Duo Rail system in Dubai.
Georgia Tech create 480x faster nanoscale metal printing method
Researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have achieved a remarkable breakthrough in the field of nanoscale metal printing, unveiling a method that significantly surpasses existing technologies in terms of speed and cost-effectiveness.
Sam Altman's plan for a global AI chip manufacturing network
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has initiated a pioneering move to set up a global network of semiconductor manufacturing plants (known colloquially as fabs) to address the chip shortage, particularly those tailored for artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
Simon Keeton: onsemi’s head of the Power Solutions Group
Simon Keeton, a key figure in the semiconductor industry, has been making significant strides at onsemi since joining the company in 2007. As the current Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Power Solutions Group, Keeton has been instrumental in steering the division towards innovation and growth.
Technical breakthroughs in moth eye-inspired coatings
The ingenuity of nature has once more led to human innovation in fields of electronics and optics. At the forefront of this innovation is the implementation of moth eye-inspired coatings, a technological leap that promises to reshape various industries.
Organic semiconductor breakthrough paves way for advanced electronics
A team led by Professor Young S. Park from UNIST’s Department of Chemistry has made a groundbreaking advancement in the realm of organic semiconductors.
AI could make cities autonomous, but that doesn’t mean we should let it happen
You are walking back home. Suddenly the ground seems to open, and a security drone emerges, blocking your way to verify your identity. This might sound far-fetched, but it is based on an existing technology – a drone system made by the AI company Sunflower Labs.
Innovative autophage engines and the future of rocketry
The autophage rocket engine, utilising its plastic fuselage for fuel, marks a significant innovation in aerospace engineering and it has been built and fired by engineers at Glasgow University.
NATO quantum strategy for defence and security released
NATO quantum strategy has now been inaugurally adopted, marking a significant step towards revolutionising defence and security innovations.
Advanced future military laser achieves UK first
In a new development, the UK recently witnessed its first high-power firing of a laser weapon against aerial targets. This achievement took place at the MOD’s Hebrides Range, where the DragonFire laser directed energy weapon (LDEW) system was tested.
Google announces $1 billion investment in UK data centre
Google has unveiled plans for a $1 billion investment in a new data centre located in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire.
Innovative tech reshapes clothes recycling
Recent advancements in textile recycling technology are offering promising solutions to the clothing industry and their pressing need for the sustainable disposal of used clothes.
Peregrine lander: US’ first mission to lunar surface in half a century comes crashing down
In a turn of events that underscores the inherent risks of space exploration, the US' ambitious lunar mission, led by Astrobotic’s Peregrine lander, faced an untimely end.