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Sep 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Is the Chevrolet Equinox EV Really That Good? A Closer Look

This week's newsletter dives into the world of micromobility, self-driving cars, and electric vehicles, highlighting both exciting advancements and lingering questions. First up, Lyft is restructuring its micromobility business, getting rid of dockless rides and laying off a small percentage of its

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Robinhood's Cryptic Crypto Controversy: Lessons in Transparency for Traders and Regulators

It seems Robinhood (HOOD) got caught with its hand in the crypto cookie jar! The trading app giant reached a $3.9 million settlement with California over allegations that from 2018 to 2022, it failed to let customers withdraw their cryptocurrency purchases to external wallets. Instead, Robinhood (HO

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Aug 27 2024SPORTS

ADAM: The Innovative Robotic Bartender Revolutionizing Your Texas Rangers Experience

Get ready for a futuristic experience at your next Texas Rangers game! Head over to Section 111 and meet ADAM, the advanced robotic bartender that's taking the art of mixology to a whole new level. Working alongside human bartenders, ADAM crafts cocktails and mocktails with unmatched precision and

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Aug 27 2024ENVIRONMENT

AlphaPong: Google DeepMind's AI-Powered Table Tennis Champion

Google DeepMind has unveiled a groundbreaking AI-powered robotic table tennis player, AlphaPong, that can compete with amateur human players. Combining the ABB IRB 1100 robotic arm and custom AI software, AlphaPong demonstrates the potential for machines to excel in complex physical tasks requiring

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Aug 27 2024ENVIRONMENT

Dive into the Depths with Eve: The Innovative Robotic Fish Revolutionizing Ocean Exploration

A groundbreaking invention by a team of engineering whizzes is making waves in the world of marine biology. Meet Eve, the soft robotic underwater fish designed to seamlessly blend into coral reef environments, enabling operators to collect isolated eDNA samples and high-resolution video for comprehe

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Aug 27 2024SCIENCE

Robots Get Their Homework: The Emergence of Autonomous Skill Improvement

In a groundbreaking development, researchers have unveiled an algorithm that empowers robots to identify and address their own skill deficiencies, subsequently dedicating focused practice sessions to enhance overall performance. Dubbed the 'Estimate, Extrapolate, and Situate' (EES) algorithm, this i

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