Scientists achieve breakthrough by wirelessly transmitting 800 watts of electrical power across 5.3 miles using focused laser beams, setting new records for distance and power in optical energy transmission technology that could revolutionize how remote locations receive electricity.
Google's AI system now predicts floods five days in advance in Bangladesh, triggering automatic $85 cash payments to farmers before disasters strike, allowing them to protect livestock and crops rather than rebuild after devastation, with trials showing pre-flood aid proves more effective than traditional post-disaster relief.
Nokia and Bosch develop revolutionary 6G networks that detect objects and people through signal reflections, creating digital twins of entire environments in just 20 milliseconds while researchers simultaneously transform millions of kilometers of existing undersea cables into earthquake sensors.
GSA strikes major deal with Box offering federal agencies up to 75% discounts on AI-powered cloud platforms for 12 months, advancing America's AI Action Plan with government-approved models for automating contracting, research, disaster response, and veteran healthcare workflows.
Senior living tech company Inspiren secures $100 million Series B funding led by Insight Partners, doubling its customer base to over 230 communities while expanding emergency response and safety technology for elderly residents.
AI technology aids in locating a missing hiker's helmet and body on Italy's Monviso mountain after analyzing drone footage, showcasing the powerful combination of AI and human expertise in search and rescue operations.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing hurricane forecasting, providing accurate predictions days in advance and enabling better resource allocation, but experts caution against solely relying on AI due to potential inaccuracies, stressing the need for a balanced approach integrating traditional models.
The National Hurricane Center has been utilizing AI for years to streamline data analysis and coordination, resulting in more accurate and timely hurricane forecasts while extending the tropical outlook from 5 to 7 days without sacrificing reliability.
The FAA administrator admitted a critical oversight led to the tragic midair collision near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people, revealing over 15,000 near misses had occurred at the airport without action taken to address the risks.
AI twins, virtual replicas that can communicate and solve problems, are poised to revolutionize diverse industries from real estate and law to emergency response, offering innovative solutions like improving credit scores, assisting attorneys, and guiding first responders during critical situations.