Scientists unveil an AI-designed antibiotic that defeats drug-resistant infections in early human trials
Scientists report a milestone in antimicrobial research with an AI-designed antibiotic that performed strongly in early human trials. Researchers used machine learning to identify a novel molecule targeting stubborn, drug-resistant…
Private lunar landers target back-to-back moon missions, reviving commercial competition after recent setbacks
Private lunar landers are returning to launch manifests with growing confidence. Companies now pursue back-to-back missions that emphasize cadence. This strategy follows painful setbacks that exposed technical gaps and program…
Awards season red carpets pivot to vintage and archival looks, signaling a mainstream embrace of sustainable luxury
Awards season red carpets are embracing vintage and archival fashion. The shift signals a mainstream embrace of sustainable luxury. Viewers see beloved designs return with fresh context and careful styling.…
Smartphones pivot to on-device generative AI as chipmakers unveil faster NPUs
Smartphones are shifting AI workloads from the cloud to the device. Chipmakers are rolling out faster neural processing units to enable this pivot. On-device generative AI promises lower latency, stronger…
Luxury labels roll out digital product passports on new collections ahead of EU traceability mandate
Luxury houses are linking new collections to digital product passports at scale. The shift reflects compliance planning and competitive strategy. It also signals a permanent pivot toward connected products. Momentum…
Color-shifting smart textiles hit mainstream fashion retail after breakthrough in battery-free e-ink fibers
Fashion shoppers now see color‑shifting garments on everyday racks, not just avant‑garde runways and labs. A pivotal breakthrough in battery‑free e‑ink fibers unlocked cost, durability, and care requirements suitable for…
Astronomers detect methane and carbon dioxide on a potentially habitable exoplanet with the James Webb Space Telescope
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected methane and carbon dioxide on K2-18 b. This intriguing world orbits within the habitable zone of a nearby red dwarf star.…
Major streaming platforms test sports bundles as live games reshape subscriber strategies
Live sports now anchor streaming growth, retention, and advertising momentum. Platforms court fans with bundles that promise value and simplicity. Rights deals drive audience spikes that general entertainment rarely matches.…
Sundance deals heat up as streamers outbid studios for festival breakout films
Park City buzz grows louder as bidding wars break out across Main Street suites and late-night lounges. Streamers are moving fast and writing big checks for festival breakouts with global…
AI-generated actors trigger fresh negotiations in Hollywood over likeness rights and residuals
Studios now test digital actors in everything from trailers to tentpoles. Unions, performers, and lawmakers feel the pressure immediately. The industry faces urgent questions about control and compensation. Negotiations have…