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Scientists Develop ‘e-Taste’ Device to Enhance Virtual Reality Flavors

Scientists Develop ‘e-Taste’ Device to Enhance Virtual Reality Flavors

Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking device called “e-Taste,” designed to recreate and share flavors of food and drink remotely, enhancing virtual and augmented reality experiences, The Guardian reported. While the device can transmit tastes like sweetness, sourness, saltiness, bitterness, and…
Microsoft to shut down Skype in May, shifting focus to Teams

Microsoft to shut down Skype in May, shifting focus to Teams

Microsoft has announced it will discontinue Skype, the once-dominant internet calling and video service, in May. The company confirmed on X that users will soon be able to log into Microsoft Teams’ free tier with their Skype credentials. Skype, launched…
Robots Develop Self-Awareness Through Self-Observation

Robots Develop Self-Awareness Through Self-Observation

Researchers at Columbia University have unveiled a groundbreaking method that allows robots to learn about their own structure and movement by watching themselves in video footage, Earth.com reported. This innovative approach enables robots to achieve a level of self-awareness previously…
EU’s AI Act Promotes Digital Sovereignty

EU’s AI Act Promotes Digital Sovereignty

The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework for AI, reducing dependence on non-European tech giants while promoting ethical standards, Anadolu Agency reported. Adonis Bogris, a professor at the University of West Attica, emphasizes that this…
AI technology continues to evolve, making chatbots more intelligent and effective

AI technology continues to evolve, making chatbots more intelligent and effective

Artificial intelligence has dramatically impacted the development and implementation of chatbots in various sectors, making it possible for tools to provide more efficient and personalised interactions. DeepSeek’s chatbot, the most recent of all, positioned as a competitor to ChatGPT-4o. When…
Scientists Discover Protein That Could Reverse Cellular Aging

Scientists Discover Protein That Could Reverse Cellular Aging

Researchers at Osaka University in Japan have identified a protein, AP2A1, that may hold the key to reversing cellular aging, Earh.com reported. As cells age, they enter a state known as senescence, characterized by increased size and thicker stress fibers.…
Sky Enthusiasts Observe Rare Planetary Alignment This Week

Sky Enthusiasts Observe Rare Planetary Alignment This Week

A rare astronomical event known as the “Planetary Parade” will feature seven planets of the solar system—Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn—aligning in the night sky. This phenomenon will not be seen again until 2040. The best opportunities…
Scientists Develop Tiny 6-Gram Swimming Robot Inspired by Marine Flatworms

Scientists Develop Tiny 6-Gram Swimming Robot Inspired by Marine Flatworms

Engineers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have created a groundbreaking 6-gram swimming robot that mimics marine flatworms, enabling it to navigate tight aquatic spaces with ease, SciTech Daily reported. This ultra-light robot utilizes silent undulating fins for…
Japanese Scientists Create World’s Largest Biohybrid Robot Hand

Japanese Scientists Create World’s Largest Biohybrid Robot Hand

A team of Japanese researchers has developed the world’s largest biohybrid robot hand, utilizing cultivated human muscle tissues for movement, Anadolu Agency reported. Measuring 18 centimeters (7.08 inches) in length, including a forearm section, the hand features five fingers that…
Europe’s AI Challenge: A Call for Regulatory Flexibility

Europe’s AI Challenge: A Call for Regulatory Flexibility

Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson warned that Europe may fall behind in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race unless it eases strict regulations on the technology, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at the Techarena event in Stockholm, he urged European policymakers…
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