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A novel lightweight robot, designed for insect like flight, has demonstrated independent takeoff capabilities and significant resistance to physical impact. Developed by Wenzhong Yan, an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Davis, with collaboration from UCLA and MIT, this micro aerial vehicle marks a departure from earlier fragile designs. Its robustness indicates potential for practical deployment outside laboratory environments.

Tianjin University's Haihe Laboratory of Brain Computer Interaction and Human Machine Integration has unveiled a new non invasive brain computer interface, or BCI, system. This device is cube shaped and fully integrated, reportedly weighing approximately 3 grams and occupying roughly 2 cubic centimetres. The university describes it as the smallest and lightest non invasive BCI system developed to date.

OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman has stated that the advantages offered by artificial intelligence justify accepting certain associated risks. He argued that the technology should remain extensively available to the public. According to Reuters, Mr Altman believes the world should tolerate some negative outcomes for the overall benefits of this technology, ensuring human agency.

OnZero, a data centre developer, and Helen, Helsinki's energy company, formalised an agreement to construct an AI Heat Factory. Scheduled for operation by 2027, the facility projects up to 525,000 megawatt-hours of heat annually, sufficient for approximately 70,000 apartments. Liquid-cooled servers will capture heat; industrial heat pumps raise it to 95 degrees Celsius for Helsinki's district heating network.

Unitree has listed the Dex5‑S dexterous hand at a price from USD 6,350, a five fingered part with 22 powered degrees of freedom that the company presents as a step closer to a true human hand.

Xiaomi’s Vision Gran Turismo concept is heading to Gran Turismo 7 this October, arriving with the game’s major Spec IV update. New footage of the electric hypercar was shown during the Gran Turismo World Series 2026 Round 3 in Singapore on 3 October. Image: Xiaomi The project extends a collaboration between Xiaomi and Gran Turismo first announced in June 2025. A full-scale version of the concept was later unveiled at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in March 2026, giving th

Dell's new Pro Rugged 13 Extreme and Pro Rugged 14 combine reinforced designs, high-brightness displays and Intel Core Ultra processors for demanding field environments.

Singapore is advocating a multi-layered approach to AI security, including using artificial intelligence itself to identify and counter emerging threats.

Apple plans stronger Mac permission controls as increasingly autonomous AI agents seek broad access to users' files and private data.

Singapore researchers have developed an unmanned platform capable of aerial deployment and autonomous surface navigation, addressing challenges in remote water monitoring. The device, known as ALBATROSS, descends from the air and transitions to a sailing vessel upon water impact. This system aims to provide rapid access to distant maritime areas, offering sustained surveillance capabilities.