Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain For decades, the military has used autonomous weapons such as mines, torpedoes, and heat-guided missiles that operate based on simple reactive feedback without human control. However,…
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Tesla is promising to sell a humanoid robot. It could be the first of many
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Elon Musk’s recent announcement on Twitter that “Tesla will have genuinely useful humanoid robots in low production for Tesla internal use next year” suggests that robots…
Sony hikes annual net profit forecast after solid Q1
Sony raised its full-year net profit forecast after a solid performance in the first quarter, predicting strong sales in its video game, music and image sensor sectors. Sony raised its…
Treat or Train? Orexin Helps Brain Decide
Summary: Researchers have identified orexin, a brain chemical, as crucial in deciding between exercising and indulging in treats. In experiments with mice, those with an intact orexin system were more…
Loneliness Linked to Nightmares – Neuroscience News
Summary: Research reveals that loneliness is linked to an increased frequency and intensity of nightmares, highlighting the connection between social isolation and sleep disturbances. The study suggests that stress, rumination,…
Is Google a monopoly? Landmark antitrust ruling—and new research—show that it is
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Google has been found guilty of violating antitrust law. Northeastern University researchers looked at Google’s own argument—and still found the tech giant dominates nearly every part…
Hurts to Think: The Unpleasant Truth About Mental Effort
Summary: New research suggests that mental exertion is often associated with unpleasant feelings such as stress and irritation, challenging the notion that people enjoy mentally demanding tasks. A meta-analysis of…
German chip maker Infineon to cut 1,400 jobs
Infineon said recovery in its target markets was progressing slowly. German chip maker Infineon said Monday it will slash 1,400 jobs and relocate 1,400 more due to a tough market…
