Osaka Metropolitan University scientists have created a molecule that naturally forms p/n junctions, structures that are vital for converting sunlight into electricity. Their findings offer a promising shortcut to producing more efficient organic…
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A self-assembling shortcut to better organic solar cells
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The UK government is backing AI that can run its own lab experiments
“There are better uses for a PhD student than waiting around in a lab until 3 a.m. to make sure an experiment is run to the end,” says Ant Rowstron, ARIA’s chief technology officer.
ARIA picked 12 projects to fund from the 245…
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The Download: digitizing India, and scoring embryos
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.
The man who made India digital isn’t done yet
Nandan Nilekani can’t stop trying to push India into…
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Oscar Winner ‘Parasite’ Is Leaving Netflix Soon. Here’s Where You Can Stream It
Parasite is one of the most critically acclaimed films of the past decade. In 2019, it was the first non-English language film to win a Best Picture Oscar, and in a 2025 New York Times poll of more than 500 actors, directors and other Hollywood…
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Project Ava is an AI gaming coach that also runs your day
First unveiled at CES 2026, Razer is previewing Project Ava, a 5.5-inch 3D hologram desk companion that’s built to sit beside your keyboard and stay involved. It’s meant to handle everyday tasks, help with work, and step into games as a…
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Why do people support or oppose bike lanes? New research sheds light on public opinion
Cities across the UK are investing in new cycle lanes and traffic restrictions to cut congestion, improve air quality and promote active travel for better health. Yet, if recent debates are anything to go by, you might think such measures were…
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Sexualized deepfakes on X are a sign of things to come. NZ law is already way behind
Elon Musk finally responded last week to widespread outrage about his social media platform X letting users create sexualized deepfakes with Grok, the platform’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot.
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Redmi Pad 2 Pro Review: A Solid Choice
If you’ve ever shopped for an Android tablet in India, you already know the problem: most options under ₹30,000 feel like oversized phones with stretched apps and dated hardware. The Redmi Pad 2 Pro is Xiaomi’s attempt to break…
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This Robot Learned to Talk by Watching Humans on YouTube
Scientists have created a robot that learns lip movements by watching humans rather than following preset rules. The breakthrough could help future robots feel more natural and emotionally engaging. When people speak face to face, a surprisingly…
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Odoo tops €7 billion valuation as General Atlantic increases stake
Belgian business software company Odoo, also a unicorn, has reached a fresh milestone. Growth investor General Atlantic has increased its stake in the firm, buying additional shares from regional backer Wallonie Entreprendre and pushing Odoo’s…
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