Science & Technology

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Meta has announced plans to build the world’s longest underwater cable project, spanning 50,000km (31,000 miles), longer than the Earth’s circumference, The Guardian reported. Dubbed Project Waterworth, the initiative will connect the US, India, South Africa, Brazil, and other regions,…

The European Union has been criticized for failing to address a significant copyright loophole in its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, leaving writers, musicians, and creatives vulnerable to exploitation by big tech companies, The Guardian reported. Axel Voss, a key architect…