The world must rethink plans for ageing oil and gas platforms

The world must rethink plans for ageing oil and gas platforms

One of world’s largest oil platforms, the North Sea’s Gullfaks C, sits on immense foundations, constructed from 246,000 cubic metres of reinforced concrete, penetrating 22 metres into the sea bed and smothering about 16,000 square metres of sea floor. The platform’s installation in 1989 was a feat of engineering. Now, Gullfaks C has exceeded its … Read more

No, ‘Leave the World Behind’ and ‘Civil War’ Aren’t Happening Before Your Eyes

No, ‘Leave the World Behind’ and ‘Civil War’ Aren’t Happening Before Your Eyes

Several people are typing, and they’re all saying Netflix’s Leave the World Behind is wildly prescient. The movie, directed by Sam Esmail, opens on a world where communication has been knocked out following a cyberattack. And earlier this week, when nearly all of Meta’s platforms—Facebook, Instagram, Threads—went down, people took to (other) social media platforms … Read more

H1 Humanoid Robot sets new world record for running

H1 Humanoid Robot sets new world record for running

The H1 humanoid robot has achieved a new world record by reaching a maximum speed of 3.3 meters per second, which is comparable to human running speeds. The robot, which is also capable of performing complex dance moves, demonstrates advanced dynamic coordination and power landing capabilities. The H1 robot, standing at approximately 180 cm tall … Read more

Oppo Air Glass 3 unveiled at Mobile World Congress

Oppo Air Glass 3 unveiled at Mobile World Congress

Oppo unveiled a new device at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, the new Oppo Air Glass 3 prototype and the devcie works with Oppos AndesGPT via a smartphone, and Oppo smartphone users will soon be able to connect their devices to Microsoft’s Copilot. Thanks to its ability to understand various data types, including text, … Read more

Samsung shows off its latest AI devices at World of Samsung

Samsung shows off its latest AI devices at World of Samsung

Samsung is showcasing its latest AI devices at World of Samsung, this includes TVs, smart home devices, digital appliances, mobile devices, and more devices in its range that come with AI features built-in. “At Samsung, we innovate to create experiences that help our customers live more convenient and connected lives. From our first AI smartphone … Read more

The world is not ready for ChatGPT-5 says OpenAI

The world is not ready for ChatGPT-5 says OpenAI

OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research lab responsible for creating the ChatGPT AI models, has sparked concern about society’s readiness for advanced AI systems, such as the hypothetical ChatGPT-5. The statement, made by an OpenAI employee, suggests that the organization is intentionally not sharing certain AI technologies widely, hoping to prompt a social response to … Read more

OpenAI and 1X Robotics autonomous robots will change the world

OpenAI and 1X Robotics autonomous robots will change the world

Yesterday  in a groundbreaking collaboration, OpenAI and 1X Robotics have unveiled a new robot that is capturing the attention of the tech world. This robot, known as the EVE, is a fully autonomous robot that can operate on its own, without the need for human guidance. It’s a significant step forward in the field of … Read more

1,500 drones flying in formation set two Guinness World Records

1,500 drones flying in formation set two Guinness World Records

Guinness world records have been broken as the sky was illuminated by a breathtaking spectacle of drones flying in formation that captured the hearts of audiences around the globe. More than 1,500 drones took flight, setting not one, but two Guinness World Records. The drones painted the night with a retelling of “The Nutcracker,” a … Read more

How foundation models are changing the world of AI

How foundation models are changing the world of AI

Artificial intelligence is becoming a part of our daily lives faster than anyone thought possible. It’s changing the way we live in many ways, every day, week, and month, as companies introduce new innovations. They are competing to create the most advanced AI tools and services. In this competition, foundation models have become key. These … Read more