Tag: Technology
Reimagining Democracy: A Hacker-Turned-Politician’s Digital Transformation
In 2014, the Taiwanese government faced a severe crisis with an approval rating of less than 10%. This led to the Sunflower Movement, where students protested a trade deal with China by occupying legislative...
The Science of Splashdown: NASA and SpaceX’s Safe Spacecraft Return
On July 21, 1961, American astronaut Gus Grissom had a thrilling experience during the Liberty Bell 7 mission. His splashdown into the Atlantic Ocean after a ballistic test flight marked a significant achievement in...
Robotic Grocery-Bagging: Easing Self-Checkout Hassles
Over the past decade, automated self-checkout stations have become a common sight in grocery stores, reducing the need for human cashiers. However, these setups have faced criticism for displacing workers and not always living...
Firefly Aerospace Launches 8 Cubesats to Orbit Tonight
Firefly Aerospace is all set to launch its Alpha rocket for the fifth time ever, and this time it will be sending eight cubesats to orbit. The mission, named "Noise of Summer," is scheduled...
Bionic Leg Trial Shows Improved Walking Speed and Ease for Amputees
A groundbreaking trial has shown that a brain-controlled bionic leg has greatly improved the walking speed and ease of people with amputations. The device allows users to control the foot of the prosthetic with...
Robots Smile with Living Skin: A Breakthrough in Robotics Technology
A breakthrough in robotics technology has been achieved by scientists at Tokyo University in Japan. They have successfully attached engineered living skin tissue to robots, giving them the ability to smile and appear more...
Save $100 on the Latest Apple Watch Today – Don’t Miss Out on Prime...
If you're in the market for a new smartwatch and can't wait until Prime Day, Amazon has a great deal for you. The latest Apple Watch Series 9 is currently $100 off, making it...
SpaceX awarded $843M NASA contract to decommission International Space Station
SpaceX has been awarded an $843 million contract by NASA to decommission the International Space Station (ISS). The plan is to destroy the ISS by sending it crashing through Earth's atmosphere in a fiery...
Scarlett Johansson Addresses OpenAI Controversy and AI Ethics
Actress and producer Scarlett Johansson recently spoke out about her experience with OpenAI, shedding light on the vulnerability that people face when it comes to the misuse of technology. During the release of her...
The Evolution of Cumulative Culture: From Stone Tools to Smartphones
In a recent study conducted by researchers Charles Perreault and Jonathan Paige from Arizona State University, new evidence has emerged suggesting that cumulative culture, a fundamental aspect of human evolution, originated around 600,000 years...