Large-scale investment in research needed to maintain U.S. agriculture | Cornell ChronicleU.S. agriculture faces potential productivity slowdown due to climate change, requiring increased investment in research and development.
China research on next-generation computer chips is double the US outputChina's research output in computing hardware could challenge U.S. dominance.China has significantly increased its contributions to basic research in chip technology.
Ex-US security officials urge funding for science research to keep up with ChinaChina has surpassed the US in crucial technology sectors, prompting calls for increased funding in federal scientific research.
China's big-science betChina is investing in big science facilities to answer fundamental questions in particle physics and solidify its position as a science superpower.
How China Built Tech Prowess: Chemistry Classes and Research LabsChina's dominance in electric cars and other technology sectors is rooted in earlier discoveries from university laboratories in Texas.
China research on next-generation computer chips is double the US outputChina's research output in computing hardware could challenge U.S. dominance.China has significantly increased its contributions to basic research in chip technology.
Ex-US security officials urge funding for science research to keep up with ChinaChina has surpassed the US in crucial technology sectors, prompting calls for increased funding in federal scientific research.
China's big-science betChina is investing in big science facilities to answer fundamental questions in particle physics and solidify its position as a science superpower.
How China Built Tech Prowess: Chemistry Classes and Research LabsChina's dominance in electric cars and other technology sectors is rooted in earlier discoveries from university laboratories in Texas.
Indonesia might lift its iPhone ban for $1 billionThe iPhone 16 may soon launch in Indonesia following a significant investment agreement with Apple.
Continental: German auto parts giant cuts thousands of jobs DW 02/18/2025Continental is cutting 3,000 jobs by 2026 due to downturn in Germany's automotive industry, affecting multiple plants and resulting in a plant closure.
Apple Said to Cut Jobs After Scrapping In-House Plan for Watch DisplaysApple is winding down its project to develop its own smartwatch displays due to cost and complexity.The company is reorganizing display engineering teams and eliminating roles in the US and Asia.
Continental: German auto parts giant cuts thousands of jobs DW 02/18/2025Continental is cutting 3,000 jobs by 2026 due to downturn in Germany's automotive industry, affecting multiple plants and resulting in a plant closure.
Apple Said to Cut Jobs After Scrapping In-House Plan for Watch DisplaysApple is winding down its project to develop its own smartwatch displays due to cost and complexity.The company is reorganizing display engineering teams and eliminating roles in the US and Asia.
U.S. Tax Policy Needs to Stop Incentivizing R&D Investment AbroadRestore immediate R&D expense deductions to foster innovation and patent filings in the U.S.
Best Workplaces for Innovators 2024: Artificial intelligence and roboticsLenovo invests $2.2 billion in AI-focused R&D over three years, emphasizing innovation and expanded capabilities.
The Netherlands unveils ChipNL Hub - Silicon CanalsThe ChipNL Competence Centre was launched to boost the Netherlands' semiconductor industry and innovation with a €12M budget.
My work on quantum computing aims to solve the world's most complex problemsQuantum technology is a major focus for KIST and has the potential to solve complex global problems.
Government boosts Horizon R&D campaign | Computer WeeklyThe UK government is prioritizing support for Horizon, promoting collaboration and R&D funding to drive innovation and economic renewal.
Here's how to bag a hefty research prize to turbocharge innovationChallenge prizes aim to accelerate innovation and solve difficult societal problems through substantial monetary rewards.
U.S. Tax Policy Needs to Stop Incentivizing R&D Investment AbroadRestore immediate R&D expense deductions to foster innovation and patent filings in the U.S.
Best Workplaces for Innovators 2024: Artificial intelligence and roboticsLenovo invests $2.2 billion in AI-focused R&D over three years, emphasizing innovation and expanded capabilities.
The Netherlands unveils ChipNL Hub - Silicon CanalsThe ChipNL Competence Centre was launched to boost the Netherlands' semiconductor industry and innovation with a €12M budget.
My work on quantum computing aims to solve the world's most complex problemsQuantum technology is a major focus for KIST and has the potential to solve complex global problems.
Government boosts Horizon R&D campaign | Computer WeeklyThe UK government is prioritizing support for Horizon, promoting collaboration and R&D funding to drive innovation and economic renewal.
Here's how to bag a hefty research prize to turbocharge innovationChallenge prizes aim to accelerate innovation and solve difficult societal problems through substantial monetary rewards.
Sweden to increase 'expert tax' cuts and make them available to more foreignersThe expert tax cut provides 25% income tax relief for specialists, requiring an application to a specific board.
Industry group calls on Trump to appoint a quantum czarThe Quantum Industry Coalition urges the U.S. government to reauthorize the National Quantum Initiative Act to enhance quantum applications and commercialization.
Microsoft puts ex-DeepMind boffin in charge of London AI HubMicrosoft opening AI hub in London led by former DeepMind researchers.Focus on advancing machine learning tools and commercializing AI investments.
Industry group calls on Trump to appoint a quantum czarThe Quantum Industry Coalition urges the U.S. government to reauthorize the National Quantum Initiative Act to enhance quantum applications and commercialization.
Microsoft puts ex-DeepMind boffin in charge of London AI HubMicrosoft opening AI hub in London led by former DeepMind researchers.Focus on advancing machine learning tools and commercializing AI investments.
Nvidia to plow $500M into Israeli R&D clusterNvidia is building a powerful R&D supercomputer in Israel utilizing its cutting-edge Blackwell GPUs to advance datacenter technologies.
Federal R&D needs sustained funding, OSTP head warns incoming Trump adminThe U.S. must maintain R&D investments to tackle health and safety challenges and uphold its scientific leadership.
Could AI find the perfect car design?AI has the potential to revolutionize electric vehicle design, making it faster and more cost-effective through the use of large datasets.
Europe Selects Sites for Seven AI FactoriesEurope is establishing seven AI factories to enhance AI capabilities and infrastructure across various sectors, doubling the region's data capacity by 2026.
Tree falls on house, zoning law change, guns found at Berkeley HighBerkeley is altering zoning laws to stimulate growth in research and development labs.Concerns about safety intensify after weapons were found in a local high school.
Four game-changing researchers in materials scienceInnovations in materials science, driven by climate change and technology, are led by diverse researchers like Grace Gu, enhancing capabilities for engineering applications.
Canada's Trudeau announces package of AI investment measuresC$2.4 billion investment in AI sector in upcoming Canadian budgetFocus on providing access to computing capabilities for AI researchers
Amazon forms a new AI agent-focused lab led by Adept co-founder | TechCrunchAmazon is establishing a new R&D lab in San Francisco focused on developing foundational capabilities for AI agents.The lab is aimed at enabling AI agents to perform complex workflows in digital and physical realms.
ChatGPT for science: how to talk to your dataLarge language models (LLMs) are being used to extract insights from complex data, mimicking science fiction by allowing natural language questions but still requiring human oversight.
Bridging security and productivity at EnergyThe Department of Energy is uniquely positioned to leverage AI capabilities for diverse missions, including scientific discovery and national security.
Research accelerates hopes of safer self-driving vehiclesThe development of self-driving car technology has been slow but recent research offers potential improvements.
FY2025 NDAA angles to enhance DOD's AI and quantum sciences capabilitiesThe 2025 NDAA prioritizes AI and quantum technologies with a $143.8 billion budget for Defense research and development, focusing on cybersecurity and human-centered applications.
Canada's Trudeau announces package of AI investment measuresC$2.4 billion investment in AI sector in upcoming Canadian budgetFocus on providing access to computing capabilities for AI researchers
Amazon forms a new AI agent-focused lab led by Adept co-founder | TechCrunchAmazon is establishing a new R&D lab in San Francisco focused on developing foundational capabilities for AI agents.The lab is aimed at enabling AI agents to perform complex workflows in digital and physical realms.
ChatGPT for science: how to talk to your dataLarge language models (LLMs) are being used to extract insights from complex data, mimicking science fiction by allowing natural language questions but still requiring human oversight.
Bridging security and productivity at EnergyThe Department of Energy is uniquely positioned to leverage AI capabilities for diverse missions, including scientific discovery and national security.
Research accelerates hopes of safer self-driving vehiclesThe development of self-driving car technology has been slow but recent research offers potential improvements.
FY2025 NDAA angles to enhance DOD's AI and quantum sciences capabilitiesThe 2025 NDAA prioritizes AI and quantum technologies with a $143.8 billion budget for Defense research and development, focusing on cybersecurity and human-centered applications.
Senators introduce quantum reauthorization bill with little time left in this CongressBipartisan legislation aims to secure $2.7 billion in funding for U.S. quantum research until 2035, enhancing technology and workforce development.
Larry Ellison is investing up to $165 million to turn University of Oxford science research into productsLarry Ellison plans to invest up to $165 million into research at the University of Oxford, aiming to transform research into products.
Australia must boost R&D investment to reclaim global research standingAustralia's fall to 12th in the Nature Index underscores a pressing need for enhanced R&D investment and supportive policies for academic research.
The art of assembling a future-ready teamValue innovation requires nurturing talent and fostering a purpose-driven environment to truly impact customers.
The Inside Story of Google's Quiet Nuclear QuestInvesting in nuclear energy research could help decarbonize the grid and support intermittent renewable sources.Responsible nuclear energy development can aid in affordable decarbonization and energy availability.
Essential tech for optical data comms, sensing and AI hits headwinds | Computer WeeklySilicon photonic modulators show promise but face major operational challenges and need diverse material solutions for innovation.
The Biggest Scientific Breakthroughs Funded by the U.S. GovernmentGovernment funding has been crucial for major scientific breakthroughs due to the high costs and risks associated with technological research.Many major innovations, including the Internet and vaccines, are products of government investment rather than private sector efforts.
We can make the UK a science superpower - with a radical political manifestoA focus on the UK's global standing in science is missing from the election discourse.
The Biggest Scientific Breakthroughs Funded by the U.S. GovernmentGovernment funding has been crucial for major scientific breakthroughs due to the high costs and risks associated with technological research.Many major innovations, including the Internet and vaccines, are products of government investment rather than private sector efforts.
We can make the UK a science superpower - with a radical political manifestoA focus on the UK's global standing in science is missing from the election discourse.
Xbox is considering a PC gaming handheldXbox is researching a potential handheld gaming device, but development is still years away.
TSMC prioritizing bringing in NA EUV equipmentTSMC is focusing on high-NA extreme ultraviolet scanners to enhance chip manufacturing, prioritizing R&D before mass production.
Lenovo turns to India as source of AI serversLenovo is expanding its AI server manufacturing in India, bolstering local manufacturing and export capabilities while enhancing its research and development efforts.
TSMC prioritizing bringing in NA EUV equipmentTSMC is focusing on high-NA extreme ultraviolet scanners to enhance chip manufacturing, prioritizing R&D before mass production.
Lenovo turns to India as source of AI serversLenovo is expanding its AI server manufacturing in India, bolstering local manufacturing and export capabilities while enhancing its research and development efforts.
Current and former smokers can now get lungs checked at mobile unit, as scheme aims to improve the early detection of cancerNew lung cancer screening pilot in Dublin aims to enhance early detection and save lives.The project is part of a €4.9m initiative to improve treatment and diagnosis for lung cancer.
The exciting research that may cure Parkinson'sParkinson's disease prevalence has doubled since 2000, highlighting urgent needs for funding and research in neurodegenerative diseases.A novel treatment for Parkinson's is under development after significant funding was secured.
What will it take to open South Korean research to the world?The Center for Quantum Nanoscience showcases how international collaboration and diverse teams drive breakthroughs in quantum research.
Equal1 joins forces with TNO to accelerate quantum computing - Silicon CanalsEqual1 partners with TNO to advance silicon-based quantum computing, enhancing QSoC processors with innovative nanofabrication and focusing on spin qubit technology.
What will it take to open South Korean research to the world?The Center for Quantum Nanoscience showcases how international collaboration and diverse teams drive breakthroughs in quantum research.
Equal1 joins forces with TNO to accelerate quantum computing - Silicon CanalsEqual1 partners with TNO to advance silicon-based quantum computing, enhancing QSoC processors with innovative nanofabrication and focusing on spin qubit technology.
Marvel Fusion breaks ground on $150M laser facility in ColoradoMarvel Fusion and Colorado State University are pioneering a $150M laser facility to advance commercial fusion energy.
The U.S. Military Is Plowing $3.7 Billion of R&D on These Missile SilosUkraine is deploying robot dogs for military surveillance and targeting, showcasing a new era of warfare technology.Drones represent a key aspect of the technological evolution in military tactics, especially in combating larger forces.
This Active US Military Vehicle's Cost Is Larger Than the GDP of Several Small CountriesThe U.S. Army invests heavily in modernizing and lightweighting combat vehicles to enhance operational performance.
The U.S. Military Is Plowing $3.7 Billion of R&D on These Missile SilosUkraine is deploying robot dogs for military surveillance and targeting, showcasing a new era of warfare technology.Drones represent a key aspect of the technological evolution in military tactics, especially in combating larger forces.
This Active US Military Vehicle's Cost Is Larger Than the GDP of Several Small CountriesThe U.S. Army invests heavily in modernizing and lightweighting combat vehicles to enhance operational performance.
New 'Moon on Earth' can launch 'European renaissance' in spaceLUNA facility in Cologne is pivotal for Europe's lunar technology R&D, illustrating a path to rejuvenate European space exploration.
UK, US, and Canadian defense agencies team up to drive cybersecurity researchUK, US, and Canada collaborate on cybersecurity to enhance defense technologies and respond to real-world challenges.
Time to refocus for South Korean scienceSouth Korea's high investment in research has low returns, indicating a need for improved effectiveness in converting spending into scientific output.
UK, US, and Canadian defense agencies team up to drive cybersecurity researchUK, US, and Canada collaborate on cybersecurity to enhance defense technologies and respond to real-world challenges.
Time to refocus for South Korean scienceSouth Korea's high investment in research has low returns, indicating a need for improved effectiveness in converting spending into scientific output.
China is a 'fire-breathing dragon on government steroids' whose tech will surpass Western firms in a decade, U.S. think tank saysChina is innovating rapidly and catching up to the U.S. in various technological sectors.
Bang & Olufsen's new $1,500 headphones are designed to last foreverBang & Olufsen's new Beoplay H100 headphones represent a dedicated effort to create a high-quality audio product with unique features, developed entirely in-house.
A toilet seat being tested by UMass Chan Medical School could help address chronic diseases. Here's how.The 'Heart Seat' project aims to use smart toilet technology to remotely monitor chronic diseases through biometric data collection.
South Korea can overcome its researcher shortage - but it must embrace all talentsSouth Korea needs to address gender pay gaps in research while also tackling declining student enrollment rates.
Chinese researchers test smallest solar-powered drone that can fly as long as it gets sunlight - Yanko DesignUsing sunlight as a constant power source can extend the flight duration of small drones significantly.
Cypris Raises $5.3M to Truncate Research Time for R&D Teams from Weeks to Minutes with AICypris AI-powered platform condenses research time from weeks to minutes, providing real-time innovation insights.
OpenAI's big idea to increase the safety of its tech is to have AI models police each otherOpenAI is experimenting with AI models explaining their thought processes to each other for transparency.
Should Next-Generation Psychedelics Skip the TripPsychedelic biotech companies like Seaport Therapeutics and Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals are focusing on next-generation psychedelic drugs to treat mental health problems.
DeepL, the AI language translation startup, nabs $300M on a $2B valuation to focus on B2B growth | TechCrunchAI startup DeepL secures $300 million in funding, now valued at $2 billion, to boost sales and marketing efforts and research and development.
Should Next-Generation Psychedelics Skip the TripPsychedelic biotech companies like Seaport Therapeutics and Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals are focusing on next-generation psychedelic drugs to treat mental health problems.
DeepL, the AI language translation startup, nabs $300M on a $2B valuation to focus on B2B growth | TechCrunchAI startup DeepL secures $300 million in funding, now valued at $2 billion, to boost sales and marketing efforts and research and development.
Psychoactive drugs are having a moment. The FDA will soon weigh inMDMA-assisted therapy can have dramatic positive effects on those suffering from PTSD and other mental illnesses, showcasing its potential as a groundbreaking treatment option.
Senators seek to advance AI capabilities at national labsThe Department of Energy AI Act aims to expand AI capabilities across national laboratories to drive innovation and competitiveness in the US.
Four-legged, dog-like robot 'sniffs' hazardous gases in inaccessible environmentsRobotic quadruped equipped with air sampling arm aids in hazardous material detection.