Researchers have developed a self-powered system that produces propylene oxide, a key plastic ingredient, without electricity or sunlight. The innovation generates hydrogen peroxide internally and achieves eight times higher yields than previous eco-friendly methods. The process also produces clean
A major engineering firm is building the world’s first large-scale hydrogen-powered cruise ship. The system will produce 6 megawatts of power and allow zero-emission sailing through Norwegian fjords. But hydrogen faces massive storage and distribution challenges that could limit its adoption.
Wall Street banks are warning that recent stress in US money markets wasn’t a one-off event. The Federal Reserve may need to take swifter action if short-term rates spike again, with some calling for outright asset purchases.
Microsoft researchers created a simulated marketplace where AI agents interacted as customers and businesses. The results were concerning – most agents fell for manipulation tactics and showed significant biases in their decision-making. Only one model, Claude Sonnet 4, resisted all attempts at mani
Wearable tech like smart helmets and biometric vests are becoming common in manufacturing. But these devices are running into serious legal challenges around disability discrimination and employee privacy. Companies need to navigate a minefield of employment laws they might not even realize they’re
Top-performing companies are doubling down on specific AI technologies to accelerate growth. Salesforce’s growth marketing leader breaks down the trends that separate winners from the pack in today’s competitive landscape.
New Mexico-based Sceye is partnering with Spectral Sciences on a NASA-funded project to demonstrate persistent Earth monitoring from the stratosphere. The high-altitude platform system could provide continuous observation capabilities that satellites and drones can’t match.
Microsoft is launching a new superintelligence research team led by AI chief Mustafa Suleyman. The move comes months after Meta invested billions in similar research. Microsoft says it’s building ‘practical technology’ to serve humanity, not pursuing superintelligence ‘at any cost.’
Microsoft is working on a major overhaul of Windows 11’s right-click menu after years of clutter buildup. The new Split Context Menu will use a SplitMenuFlyoutItem control to create context-aware groupings. This should finally make the menu actually contextual rather than showing every option regard
Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset remains incredibly difficult to obtain, available only in Korea and the US. Now a Korean distributor is offering it as a rental service exclusively for businesses at $110 per day with a two-day minimum commitment. The move highlights the headset’s current focus on enterpr
