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H2L, a Tokyo-based technology startup, has launched the Capsule Interface.  This breakthrough device lets you control robots with your entire body, transmitting not just movement but also physical force.  This technology is poised to transform how humans interact with robots and digital avatars, offering a new level of immersion and precision. Sign up for my […] ...

Have you heard of “jugging?” Police are raising alarms about this new crime trend targeting ATM users nationwide and locally. Jugging happens when criminals wait near banks or ATMs, watching people withdraw cash.  Then, they follow their targets, hoping to rob them or break into their vehicles. This crime can catch anyone off guard. You […] ...

If you’ve ordered food on Uber Eats recently, you may have seen a delivery robot instead of a human driver.  Uber has partnered with Avride to bring autonomous robots to the streets.  They already operate in several U.S. cities, and your area could be next. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech […] ...

Costco has always been a go-to destination for bulk groceries, electronics and even gas.  Now, the retailer is making headlines by bringing fast, reliable EV charging to its parking lots.  With electric vehicles becoming more popular and over a million new EVs registered in 2024 alone, the need for convenient charging options has never been […] ...

Google DeepMind has introduced a powerful on-device version of its Gemini Robotics AI.  This new system allows robots to complete complex tasks without relying on a cloud connection. Known as Gemini Robotics On-Device, the model brings Gemini’s advanced reasoning and control capabilities directly into physical robots. It is designed for fast, reliable performance in places […] ...

China’s GAC Group, one of the country’s largest state-owned automakers, has introduced the Govy AirCab, a two-seater flying car designed to transform urban travel. While GAC might not be a household name in the United States, it’s a major player in China’s automotive industry, producing a wide range of vehicles and partnering with global brands […] ...

Building an open-source humanoid robot has traditionally been out of reach for most people due to high costs and complex proprietary systems. While robotics has made major strides in automation, healthcare, and research, accessible robot design still poses a challenge-especially for students, hobbyists, and small research teams. Most humanoid robots are expensive, hard to modify, […] ...

Meta’s new AI chatbot is getting personal, and it might be sharing more than you realize. A recent app update introduced a “Discover” feed that makes user-submitted chats public, complete with prompts and AI responses. Some of those chats include everything from legal troubles to medical conditions, often with names and profile photos still attached. […] ...

When someone loses the ability to speak because of a neurological condition like ALS, the impact goes far beyond words. It touches every part of daily life, from sharing a joke with family to simply asking for help. Now, thanks to a team at the University of California, Davis, there’s a new brain-computer interface (BCI) […] ...

Get this. You walk up to a robot-run convenience store, place your order on an app, and robotic arms quickly grab your items and deliver them to a secure window, all without any human employees. That’s exactly what’s happening at VenHub, a fully autonomous, AI-powered smart store that just opened at the LAX/Metro Transit Center […] ...

Over the past decade, software companies have built solutions for nearly every industry, including healthcare. One term you might be familiar with is software as a service (SaaS), a model by which software is accessed online through a subscription rather than installed on individual machines.  In healthcare, SaaS providers are now a common part of […] ...

What if the freshest, purest water and even your daily coffee could come straight from the air in your kitchen?  That’s exactly what the Kara Pod promises. It’s a sleek countertop device that transforms the air around you into mineral-rich drinking water and fresh coffee.  There’s no plumbing required, no refills to fuss with and […] ...

As global uncertainty grows, many of the world’s wealthiest individuals are looking beyond gated communities and private security teams.  Instead, they’re turning to luxury doomsday bunkers that promise not just safety, but comfort and peace of mind. Traditional alarm systems and exclusive neighborhoods no longer feel sufficient.  For this group, the goal is to find […] ...

Big news is coming out of New York, and it could change the way the state powers its homes and businesses for decades to come.  Gov. Kathy Hochul just announced plans for a major new nuclear power plant, and the buzz is already building. If you’re curious about what this means for New York’s energy […] ...

If you’ve ever found yourself juggling clubs, bags and gear while trying to keep your focus on your golf game, the Robera Neo might just be the solution you didn’t know you needed.  This AI-powered smart caddie is designed to follow you around the course, carrying your clubs effortlessly and freeing you up to concentrate on […] ...

Your personal data is collected by almost every site or app you visit. The world is more data hungry than ever because it’s now the most important asset, even more valuable than oil. Your shopping history is logged, your search history is captured and your phone number, email address and IDs are all stored.  But […] ...

Those people scanning the beach with metal detectors, hoping for a lucky find, might not be thrilled about what’s next. While beaches are where we unwind, play, and connect with nature, they’re also under constant threat from plastic pollution and human debris. That’s where BeBot comes in. BeBot, an all-electric beach-cleaning robot developed in Italy […] ...

ClickFix, a social engineering tactic that has been targeting both Windows and Mac users since early 2024, continues to evolve.  Just last month, I reported on how attackers were using fake CAPTCHA prompts to trick Windows users into installing malware themselves.  Now, that same trick is being turned against macOS. Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new […] ...

Artificial intelligence-powered self-driving trucks are no longer a distant concept. They are quickly becoming a real solution to some of the logistics industry’s biggest challenges. As supply chains face growing pressure and the driver shortage deepens across the U.S. and Europe, Plus Automation is stepping up with bold ambitions and powerful AI. Recently, the Santa […] ...

Kepler Robotics has officially introduced its Forerunner K2 “Bumblebee” humanoid robot at the SAIC-GM automotive plant in Shanghai, marking a significant moment in the real-world deployment of advanced robotics. In a recently released video, the K2 is seen moving confidently through the plant, performing detailed quality checks, and handling assembly operations that demand both strength […] ...

Hugging Face, a well-known name in AI development, is making big moves in the world of robotics. The company has just introduced two open-source humanoid robots, HopeJR and Reachy Mini, designed to make advanced robotics more accessible to everyone, from researchers and developers to students and hobbyists. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my […] ...

Airlines, banks, casinos, package deliveries, and emergency services around the world are recovering today from what could be “the largest tech outage in history.” the root cause was not a foreign agent but linked back to a software update issued by a u-s based cybersecurity firm called “Crowd Strike.” Could this have been avoided? ...

A new government report warns that advanced Artificial Intelligence systems could pose an “extinction-level threat” to humans, and that the US must intervene. “I think we should be mindful of it,” says Ret. Admiral James Stavridis. But he adds, “there have been big inventions in the past – the printing press, electricity, the internet – […] ...

Fareed hosts a spirited debate on the House bill that could lead to a US ban on TikTok, with the American Enterprise Institute’s Kori Schake and Glen Gerstell, former general counsel for the National Security Agency. They discuss national-security risks the Chinese-owned app might pose given its many American users. ...

Grammy award-winning artist Ne-Yo joins CNN’s Laura Coates to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the music industry. ...