The Race for Global IoT Connectivity The Internet of Things (IoT) is expanding rapidly, with billions of devices expected to come online in the coming years researchgate.net iotforall.com. While many IoT sensors connect via terrestrial networks (cellular, Wi-Fi, etc.), vast areas of the globe lack coverage – from open oceans and remote rural regions to…
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Introduction Imagine getting ultra-fast internet in the middle of the ocean or deep in a remote village, all thanks to satellites orbiting above. 5G satellite internet is an emerging paradigm that fuses next-generation 5G wireless technology with satellite networks to deliver broadband connectivity virtually anywhere on Earth. By leveraging constellations of low Earth orbit (LEO)…
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Antarctic sea ice has reached record lows since 2016, threatening ecosystems and research, according to a new PNAS Nexus study. Scientists warn that the imminent loss of US satellite data will hinder future monitoring. Dr. Doddridge notes, “It’s changing at a pace that is too fast for our scientific capabilities to keep up with.”
An Xbox Game Studios producer faced backlash after advising laid-off developers to use AI tools like ChatGPT for "career planning and emotional clarity." Critics noted the irony, given Microsoft's layoffs were partly due to AI investments. The producer stated, "No AI tool is a replacement for your voice or your lived experience."
Epic Games Store is offering Figment and Backpack Hero as free downloads until July 10. Backpack Hero is a retro-inspired resource management game, while Figment is a cult adventure featuring a surreal world. Both games can be claimed for free, with Figment 2: Creed Valley coming next week.
Tech News Today: Foldable Phones, AI Video, Interstellar Visitors, and the End of Exclusivity / Updated: 2025, July 4th, 12:01 CETTech News Today: Foldable Phones, AI Video, Interstellar Visitors, and the End of Exclusivity The technology landscape is shifting rapidly, with breakthroughs in hardware, AI, astronomy, and the gaming industry. This week’s news cycle is dominated by Samsung’s next-gen foldables, Google’s global …
The State of Artificial Intelligence: Global Impacts, Controversies, and the Road Ahead / Updated: 2025, July 4th, 12:01 CETThe State of Artificial Intelligence: Global Impacts, Controversies, and the Road Ahead Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly transitioned from a niche technological field to a force reshaping every sector of society. From business and education to healthcare, law, and the arts, AI’s influence…
