Emerging Tech

Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed an ultrasonic brewing method that makes espresso-strength coffee with room-temperature water, cutting energy consumption by up to 75%, and 100 blind taste-testers couldn't tell it from the real thing.

Penn State researchers have developed a light-adaptive sensor inspired by the human eye that could help self-driving cars and robots maintain visual accuracy in changing lighting conditions.

Researchers at Cornell University have developed a recycling process that restores spent lithium-ion batteries to up to 95% of their original capacity while cutting recycling costs by 56%.

When it comes to AI security, convenience and protection rarely sit at the same table. OpenAI's new Lockdown Mode is proof of that.

Georgia Tech researchers have developed COBALT, a smartphone-based platform that allows anyone to remotely control robots from anywhere using simple motion controls and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Coursera has launched an AI-powered short-form content feed that delivers personalized educational videos based on users’ interests and learning habits.

BioCoach is an AI and computer vision prototype that analyzes exercise videos in real time, identifies joint mechanics, and provides specific form corrections.

Google’s Dreambeans is an experimental AI app that processes your Gmail, Calendar, Photos, YouTube, and Search data overnight to deliver 10 to 14 personalized lifestyle stories.

Amazon has added six new visual search features to its shopping app, including an Amazon Lens lock screen widget for iPhone.

AMD unveiled two new X3D gaming processors, extended AM5 support through 2029, and introduced a new Radeon GPU at Computex 2026. The bigger story may be what it means for future upgrades.

Bad referee calls have become one of the NBA’s most frustrating recurring storylines, especially during the playoffs when every possession gets dissected online within seconds. Now, the league appears ready to lean much harder into artificial intelligence in an attempt to reduce controversial officiating decisions and calm growing fan anger around inconsistent calls. According to […]

Google's latest Gemini feature wants to do more than answer questions. It could change how you interact with apps altogether.

Your messy home may be more valuable to AI companies than you think. Shift wants to clean it for free and use the footage to train robots.

Microsoft Copilot Health is now in preview for US Microsoft 365 subscribers, connecting wearables, health records from 50,000+ providers, and personalized AI insights.

Claude Opus 4.8 introduces effort control on claude.ai, letting users choose how deeply Claude thinks before responding.

USC researchers built the Musician Hand, a four-fingered robotic system that hears a melody once and reproduces it after just two minutes of self-taught motor babbling.

New Starlink firmware references point to a possible battery-powered Starlink Mini, with code mentioning battery charge stats, charging status, and USB-C, battery, and combined power modes.

China has launched a national digital ID system for humanoid robots, assigning each bipedal machine a unique code that tracks it from production to recycling.

A disturbing new report details how a man’s emotional attachment to a customized AI chatbot spiraled into obsession, delusion, hospitalization, and financial ruin.

DeepSeek’s massive 75% price cut on its flagship AI model could signal a major shift in the global AI race. Behind the scenes, Huawei’s growing AI chip ecosystem may be starting to reshape how cheaply powerful AI can actually run.

A new biodegradable device made from gelatin, table salt, and activated charcoal can generate electricity from humidity in the air, opening new possibilities for battery-free wearable tech.

Starbucks is scrapping its AI-powered inventory tool across North America after the system reportedly struggled with frequent counting and labeling errors.

More than 10,000 rhinos have been poached in South Africa in 15 years. A new satellite system that tracks animal panic might finally give rangers the upper hand.

Artly’s Jarvis robot barista uses computer vision, motion capture, and championship level coffee techniques to deliver consistent café quality drinks at scale.

Google confirmed at I/O 2026 that Magic Cue on Pixel 10 is expanding to third-party apps including Snapchat, along with a redesigned bottom-of-screen UI.

The University of Lincoln won a Silver Gilt medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 for an exhibit that uses robots and AI to scan plant health and shape the future of food.