Chinese researchers have achieved a record-breaking 1 gigabit-per-second (Gbps) data downlink from a satellite in geostationary orbit (36,000 km above Earth) using an optical laser link – with a laser device as weak as a “night light” or candle in power scmp.com scmp.com. In a recent demonstration, a 2-watt laser beam transmitted data to a…
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The MTG-S satellite aims to enhance thunderstorm prediction capabilities. By providing advanced meteorological data, it will support more accurate and timely weather forecasts. This advancement is expected to benefit both public safety and scientific research in atmospheric phenomena.
Thinking Machines Lab (TML), founded by ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, is offering base salaries up to $500,000 to attract AI and machine learning experts. This aggressive compensation outpaces rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic, highlighting the escalating talent war in the AI industry. TML has already recruited several high-profile former OpenAI researchers.
Drone Laws in India 2025: Comprehensive Guide to Regulations, Rules & PoliciesOverview of Drone Laws in India (2025) India has established a comprehensive regulatory framework for civilian drone operations as of 2025. The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), oversees drone regulations in the country. Drones (referred …
Semiconductor Industry Roundup (June–July 2025): Advanced Chips, Equipment, and GeopoliticsAdvanced Node Progress and Breakthroughs The summer of 2025 saw significant strides in cutting-edge semiconductor process nodes. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) continued to lead in 3 nm production, reportedly achieving near 90% yield on its 3 nm process – far ahead of rival Samsung…
The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2025: Breakthroughs, Challenges, and the Road Ahead / Updated: 2025, July 1st, 12:02 CETThe State of Artificial Intelligence in 2025: Breakthroughs, Challenges, and the Road Ahead Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant promise—it’s a present-day force reshaping industries, economies, and societies at a breathtaking pace. The first half of 2025 has seen a flurry of…
