Tech
Quantum computers have long been touted by the scientific community as a technology that could fundamentally change current computing. These computers, whose performance far exceeds the capabilities of today's devices, have seen a breakthrough with Google's new Willow quantum chip. In a test, this chip was able to solve an extremely complex calc...
At the end of November, Northvolt, a Swedish company specialising in batteries for electric vehicles, filed for protection from creditors in the United States. The move is intended to help the company overcome its financial difficulties and enable it to restructure. However, this situation could have a negative impact on European car companie...
The Friend virtual pendant, due to be launched in 2025, was designed to offer users a new level of interaction with artificial intelligence, according to its creators. The device, which is intended to act as an "AI friend", promises pleasant conversations, emotional support and even helpful advice. However, Friend has launched Friend.com ahea...
At this year's Electromobility Forum, there was a major topic related to electric vehicle fires, firefighting and the specific challenges these situations bring. Much attention was drawn to the case of the Jaguar I-Pace electric car fire that broke out on 4 May 2023 in an underground garage on Belgrade Street in Prague. This event showed not ...
Apple on Monday rolled out updates to its operating systems that bring Apple Intelligence's integrated artificial intelligence (AI) following the unveiling of its new all-in-one iMac lineup. This AI has been designed to work across Apple's entire ecosystem - encompassing not only iPhones, but also iPads and Macs. Users can take advantage of A...
Uber is considering a takeover of travel site Expedia, which would represent the largest acquisition in its history. This would bring it closer to its goal of becoming the West's first "super app," or as its CEO puts it, "the operating system for your life." Uber, which has a market value of more than $170 billion, is considering buying Exped...
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently approved a set of new rules for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which includes flying taxis and other forms of modern air travel. The move comes as the first in nearly 80 years since the creation of the new aircraft category, with the last time similar rules were intr...
The connection between artificial intelligence (AI) and physics or chemistry may seem surprising at first glance, but in fact the connection is deeper than it might seem. It may seem that the Nobel Committee is awarding prizes based on current interest in AI, but it is actually about recognising a change in scientific tools and practices. Whe...
At an investor event, Californian carmaker Tesla unveiled its new CyberCab autonomous car, a fully robotic taxi that does without a steering wheel and pedals. This revolutionary model is due to be launched in 2026, or as soon as the relevant regulatory authorities allow. The expected price is less than 30 thousand dollars, or approximately 67...
