Driven by the war with Russia, many Ukrainian companies are working on a major leap forward in the weaponization of consumer technology.
Tag: Innovation
Robots Get a Fleshy Face (and a Smile) in New Research
Researchers at the University of Tokyo published findings on a method of attaching artificial skin to robot faces to protect machinery and mimic human expressiveness.
A Big Decision for Boeing’s Next C.E.O.: Is It Time for a New Plane?
Some analysts say building a new plane soon would help the company regain ground it has lost to Airbus. But doing so would be difficult and expensive.
Drones Changed This Civil War, and Linked Rebels to the World
Consumer technologies are altering the course of the battle in Myanmar, and rebel drone units are taking notes on Ukraine and other conflicts.
China’s Rush to Dominate A.I. Comes With a Twist: It Depends on U.S. Technology
China’s tech firms were caught off guard by breakthroughs in generative artificial intelligence. Beijing’s regulations and a sagging economy aren’t helping.
Behind the Balloon Is China’s Push for Business to Serve the Military
The Chinese government has tried to meld its military and civilian innovation, prompting a backlash from the United States.
Japan Needs Indian Tech Workers. But Do They Need Japan?
Recruiters call the push a crucial test of whether the world’s third-largest economy can compete with the U.S. and Europe for global talent.
The E-Bike: The New Car Alternative
VanMoof, the Dutch e-bike company taking inspiration from Apple and Tesla, is one of the world’s hottest brands in a bike market remade by the pandemic. Will it help reshape urban transportation?
The Long Road to Driverless Trucks
Self-driving eighteen-wheelers are now on highways in states like California and Texas. But there are still human “safety drivers” behind the wheel. What will it take to get them out?
Dating Apps Thrive in China, but Not Just for Romance
China has cracked down on many tech companies, but has allowed dating apps that provide social connections to flourish.