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SCI & TECHAug 23Record numbers of climate crisis insects: what to do if you spot a praying mantisThis summer, unusually many praying mantises can be spotted in German gardens. How to distinguish the "Mantid religiosa" from a grasshopper and what to do…EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 23Digitising Kannada: A work in progressFrom electronic typesetting to ASCII-based proprietary fonts to Unicode to AI-enabled translation, Kannada has come a long way in its digital journey. But Indian languages face unique challenges in today’s fast-evolving tech landscapeThe Hindu
SCI & TECHAug 23Romania is falling behind the renewables race. Can the EU's biggest solar farm save it?The Dama Solar farm in Romania could produce enough power for almost one million people.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHAug 23Europe can do better than US-style air conditioningThe instinct is to bolt a dripping box to every building but there is a smarter, cooler wayFinancial Times
SCI & TECHAug 23India Space Sector Overhaul : Launch Vehicles Like PSLV and LVM3 Headed to Private IndustryIndia is undertaking a major reform of its space sector, involving the transfer of launch vehicles like PSLV and LVM3 to private industry. This represents a significant shift in national space policy.idrw.org · India
SCI & TECHAug 23Every Major Electric Lawn Mower Brand , Ranked Worst To BestThis article provides a ranking of major electric lawn mower brands from worst to best, offering a guide for consumers.slashgear.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 23China open - source bout is changing AIChina's engagement in open-source artificial intelligence is significantly influencing the global AI landscape. This highlights a key development in the field of technology.economictimes.indiatimes.com · India
SCI & TECHAug 23Chinese humanoid robots smash human records in 100m sprint , high jump at Beijing robot gamesChinese humanoid robots have surpassed human records in the 100m sprint and high jump at the Beijing robot games. This highlights significant advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence.ksl.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 23Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt’s 100m world record at humanoid gamesA Chinese humanoid robot ran 100m in 9.39 seconds, beating Usain Bolt’s 9.58 second world record.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECHAug 23‘Se necesita una regulación que exija una rendición de cuentas y transparencia a las empresas’: investigadora sobre soberanía digital e IAPaola Ricaurte, reconocida investigadora, habló del impacto de la industria tecnológica en la geopolítica y la sociedad de la región.El Tiempo
SCI & TECHAug 23Are humanoid robots the future? Chinese makers instead highlight practical designHumanoid robots were still among the biggest crowd-pleasers at this year’s World Robot Conference (WRC) in Beijing, though other types of robots, such as wheeled machines, were gaining momentum as the industry moves from demonstration to deployment. At Unitree Robotics’ packed booth at the conference, bipedal models played table tennis or squared off in fighting matches, showing off levels of speed, balance and coordination that the industry has only seen in the last few years. But elsewhere...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23Tech paradox: fear of being left behind drives China non-programmers to build own AI toolsA growing number of non-programmers across China are developing their own AI tools, primarily motivated by concerns about falling behind as technology reshapes work and daily life. The anxiety surrounding this shift is almost palpable. AI courses and side-hustle tutorials have flooded mainland social media as employers increasingly expect their workers to develop AI literacy. Simultaneously, enrolment and interest in humanities programmes at universities are declining. Together, these trends...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23China builds world’s first custom plant immunity system for epidemic responseChinese scientists have created an AI-guided platform to engineer custom plant immune receptors to rapidly combat emerging diseases that threaten plants, including commercial crops vulnerable to devastating outbreaks. Their programmable synthetic immune receptors can be introduced into plants to help them detect proteins made by specific bacteria, viruses and fungi, triggering an immune response to neutralise the threat, according to the team. By leveraging protein design guided by artificial...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHAug 23China goes rural with data centers in quest to power AIChina is developing rural data centers as part of its strategy to power artificial intelligence. This initiative reflects a significant national investment in technological infrastructure.japantoday.com · Japan
SCI & TECHAug 23Sowing the seeds of a solar power interventionIndia’s emerging agrivoltaics model enables farmers to grow crops beneath solar panels, offering a way to generate electricity while diversifying income. Vanita Bhatnagar speaks to farmers and agri-researchers to find out how high upfront costs, financing constraints, and uneven policy support are preventing more farmers from taking up projects beyond the pilotsThe Hindu
SCI & TECHAug 22Xreal xbx a01+ vs Viture Pro 2 : Which AR glasses win ? The article compares two models of AR glasses, the Xreal xbx a01+ and the Viture Pro 2. It aims to determine which device performs better.tomsguide.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 22Humanoid robots smash human records at Beijing gamesHumanoid robots have broken human records during games held in Beijing. This highlights significant achievements and capabilities in robotics.yasstribune.com.au · Australia
SCI & TECHAug 22Near - total lunar eclipse coming up with the Americas in prime viewing positionA near-total lunar eclipse is anticipated, with the Americas positioned for optimal viewing. This news highlights an upcoming astronomical event.nydailynews.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 22As Flock battles public scrutiny , other police surveillance companies see an openingAs Flock faces public scrutiny regarding its activities, other companies involved in police surveillance are identifying new opportunities in the market. This development suggests a shifting landscape within the surveillance technology industry.publicradioeast.org · United States
SCI & TECHAug 22 Hardly any AI regulations ? Becerra should know better – Whittier Daily NewsAn article questions whether there are "hardly any" AI regulations, suggesting a public official should be more aware of the situation. This addresses the ongoing debate surrounding artificial intelligence governance and oversight.whittierdailynews.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 22Robots Smash Human Records at Beijing CompetitionRobots have reportedly surpassed human records at a competition held in Beijing. This indicates progress and capability in robotics.newser.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 22Chinese humanoid robots smash human records in 100 meters sprint and high jump at Beijing robot gamesChinese humanoid robots broke records set by humans, including beating Usain Bolt's 100-meter sprint world record, on the opening day of the Olympics-like World Humanoid Robot Games in…Japan Today
SCI & TECHAug 22The Gas Turbine Shortage Just Became AI’s Biggest ConstraintYahoo Finance
SCI & TECHAug 22Hungary Paks nuclear power plant restarts Unit 3 as Danube water level risesHungary's Paks nuclear power plant has restarted Unit 3 following a rise in the Danube river's water level. This indicates the resumption of operations after an operational factor.bignewsnetwork.com · United States