A leading K-pop label has unveiled an AI-assisted virtual idol group, thrusting the industry into a heated debate. Fans celebrate technological spectacle while questioning artistic authenticity and accountability. Artists, producers,…
A research team reports a solid-state lithium-metal cell charging from 10% to 80% in under ten minutes. The demonstration uses a solid electrolyte and a high-energy cathode in a compact…
Global inflation has cooled markedly from the surge that followed the pandemic and energy shock. As price pressures retreat, central banks are signaling an emerging shift toward rate cuts. Policymakers…
Coral reefs face mounting heat stress and frequent bleaching. Researchers are testing gene editing as a tool to help corals cope. The approach aims to strengthen coral resilience during marine…
Scientists have mapped a massive freshwater reservoir hidden beneath Antarctic ice. The discovery reveals a region-spanning aquifer saturating deep sediments under key ice streams. The reservoir stores water that moves…
A research team has demonstrated a solid-state battery prototype that doubled driving range during cold weather tests. The result addresses one of electric mobility’s most frustrating pain points. Electric vehicles…
Regulators are moving to require labels on AI-generated political ads across television and social platforms. These efforts target synthetic content that could mislead voters during tightly contested campaigns. The push…
Luxury brands now embrace resale on their own terms. Flagship stores are adding authenticated resale counters beside new collections. Sales associates handle trade-ins and educate clients on care and provenance.…
European Union policymakers are reshaping the rules for artificial intelligence through sweeping transparency mandates. Lawmakers want AI developers to disclose how models are trained, including summaries of data sources. The…
A new antibiotic candidate delivered strong results in an early-stage human trial. The data offer cautious optimism against multidrug-resistant infections. Researchers reported encouraging safety signals and promising antibacterial activity. The…
