Sony has started new research into how sound affects sleep. The company is looking at how different sounds change the way people rest at night. This work is part of Sony’s ongoing effort to improve everyday life through technology. (Sony’s Research on Sleep and Sound Environment) The study focuses on the connection between a person’s […]
Sony Group Corporation announced that its Innovation Fund has invested in several new sustainable technology projects. The fund supports startups working on solutions to reduce environmental impact. These projects focus on clean energy, circular materials, and resource efficiency. Sony aims to help bring practical green technologies to market faster. (Sony’s Innovation Fund Backs Sustainable Technology […]
Google and BWXT have started working together on advanced nuclear energy ideas. The two companies will combine Google’s engineering skills with BWXT’s nuclear technology experience. Their goal is to explore new ways to use nuclear power for clean energy. This work could help cut carbon emissions and support a more sustainable future. (Google’s BWXT Advanced […]
Google has launched a new feature that sends air quality alerts directly to users’ phones. The alerts warn people who may be more affected by poor air quality. This includes children, older adults, and those with heart or lung conditions. The system uses real-time data from government sensors and Google’s own AI models to track […]
Google has launched its Disability Alliance to make sure all AI products meet strong accessibility standards. The group includes employees with disabilities and experts in accessibility. They work together from the start of product development. This helps Google build tools that everyone can use. (Google’s Disability Alliance Ensures AI Products Meet Accessibility Standards.) The alliance […]
In the world of sophisticated materials, where toughness satisfies accuracy, Aluminum Oxide Ceramic stands as a cornerstone of modern engineering. This simple ceramic, born from the union of light weight aluminum and oxygen, grows in environments that damage lesser products– from the scorching heat of rocket engines to the sterilized mayhem of semiconductor labs. Its […]
Plaintiff attorneys have asked for nearly $40 million in fees from a settlement fund. The request comes after a major class action lawsuit reached a final agreement. Court documents show the legal team spent years working on the case. They say their efforts led to a $260 million recovery for affected consumers. (Plaintiff Attorneys Seek […]
Google has launched a new tool to help creative websites generate art prompts using artificial intelligence. The feature is part of Google’s ongoing effort to support digital creators with practical, easy-to-use tools. It allows users to input simple ideas and receive detailed, imaginative prompts that can guide visual art projects. (Google’s “AI-Generated Art Prompts” for […]
New York lawmakers have introduced a bill proposing at least a three-year moratorium on permits for new data center construction—making it the sixth U.S. state to consider such a pause. The move reflects growing bipartisan concern over the energy and social impacts of expanding AI infrastructure. () More than 230 environmental groups have joined calls […]
In the mission for materials that can withstand extreme conditions and make it possible for next-generation modern technologies, Calcium Hexaboride Powder has become a hidden celebrity. This plain grey powder, composed of calcium and boron atoms in an one-of-a-kind six-sided framework, packs a punch far beyond its modest appearance. From cooling down the hottest integrated […]