Starlink Mini may finally cut the cord with a battery-powered dish

New Starlink firmware references point to a possible battery-powered Starlink Mini, with code mentioning battery charge stats, charging status, and USB-C, battery, and combined power modes.

China will put a unique ID code on humanoid robots, just like citizen ID for us humans

China’s new humanoid robot ID system works like a citizen identity code. a unique number that follows each bipedal machine through its entire life cycle.

Romantic AI bots continue to ruin lives, and the latest horror story is simply shocking

A disturbing new report details how a man’s emotional attachment to a customized AI chatbot spiraled into obsession, delusion, hospitalization, and financial ruin.

China’s DeepSeek trims the price of its flagship AI model by 75%, and it could be a huge shift

DeepSeek’s massive 75% price cut on its flagship AI model could signal a major shift in the global AI race. Behind the scenes, Huawei’s growing AI chip ecosystem may be starting to reshape how cheaply powerful AI can actually run.

From moisture to electricity: Scientists show off how kitchen items can power wearables and smart home devices

A new biodegradable device made from gelatin, table salt, and activated charcoal can generate electricity from humidity in the air, opening new possibilities for battery-free wearable tech.

Starbucks kills AI manager tool because it wasn’t doing as good a job as a human

Starbucks is scrapping its AI-powered inventory tool across North America after the system reportedly struggled with frequent counting and labeling errors.

The LiDAR sensor on your iPhone could soon let you see around corners

MIT researchers have demonstrated that consumer-grade LiDAR sensors can detect and track objects around corners. The hardware costs under $50, and the code is already publicly available.

Wildlife tracking just got a massive upgrade, and it’s coming from space

More than 10,000 rhinos have been poached in South Africa in 15 years. A new satellite system that tracks animal panic might finally give rangers the upper hand.

This robot barista is trying to turn championship coffee into a scalable business

Artly’s robotic barista system, Jarvis, is already serving coffee in Portland while using computer vision and motion capture technology trained on champion barista Joe Yang. The company believes automation can preserve craftsmanship rather than replace…