Major app store faces fresh antitrust suit from U.S. states over developer fees and steering rules
U.S. States Target Major App Store Over Developer Fees and Anti‑Steering Rules A coalition of U.S. states has launched a fresh antitrust suit against a major mobile app store. The…
Scientists unveil an AI-designed antibiotic that eliminates hard-to-treat hospital infections in early trials
Scientists have announced a promising antibiotic discovered with artificial intelligence, targeting stubborn hospital infections with striking early results. The candidate eliminated dangerous pathogens in laboratory tests and cleared difficult infections…
K-pop label debuts an AI-powered virtual idol, sparking fan excitement and ethical debate over the future of digital performers
K-pop Labels Debut AI-Powered Virtual Idols, Igniting Excitement and Ethical Debate K-pop’s innovation engine keeps spinning, and virtual idols now stand center stage. Several Korean labels and tech studios have…
AI-designed antiviral discovered via in silico screening shows strong protection against influenza in early animal tests
An AI-designed antiviral discovered through in silico screening protected animals against influenza in early preclinical tests. The candidate reduced viral loads, improved survival, and showed a clean safety profile in…
Scientists 3D-print functional human heart tissue patches that repair damage in preclinical tests
3D-Printed Heart Tissue Patches Advance Cardiac Repair in Preclinical Models Scientists are 3D-printing functional human heart tissue patches that repair damage in preclinical tests. These engineered patches aim to regenerate…
Runway designers embrace biodegradable sequins, pushing sustainable sparkle into high fashion
Glittering runways traditionally rely on petroleum-based sequins that shed microplastics and strain supply chains. Designers now want shimmer without ecological guilt. Biodegradable sequins have moved from lab benches to catwalk…
Designers debut AI-generated textiles on major runways, blending algorithmic prints with sustainable materials
Designers are showcasing AI-generated textiles on major runways across fashion capitals. Creative teams are training algorithms to generate fresh, repeatable prints. Factories are translating those pixels into fabric with advanced…
Music labels test AI-voice licensing deals with artists as synthetic vocals hit the charts
Artificial voice cloning jumped from niche experiment to mainstream storyline almost overnight. Viral tracks with synthetic celebrity vocals exposed new creative possibilities. They also exposed legal and economic gaps around…
Luxury brands embrace lab-grown diamonds on flagship runways amid mounting sustainability scrutiny
Top fashion and watch houses now showcase laboratory-grown diamonds on their most visible stages. Runway unveilings signal a strategic pivot toward materials innovation and accountable storytelling. Pressure from consumers, investors,…
Microreactor startups target remote communities with plug-and-play nuclear power to cut diesel reliance
Remote villages and mine sites still burn costly diesel for electricity and heat. Long supply lines, harsh weather, and volatile prices strain budgets and reliability. Startups now target these communities…