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March 10^th 2025

💻 Technology

🇯🇵 Japanese researchers develop advanced blood vessel biometric authentication using AI and infrared imaging

Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a biometric authentication system that uses hyperspectral imaging and AI to identify individuals based on the unique patterns of blood vessels in their palms. This method provides a highly accurate and secure alternative to fingerprint and facial recognition, as vein patterns are nearly impossible to replicate. The system has applications in banking, security, and personal device authentication, where traditional biometric systems may be vulnerable to spoofing. The research was published in the Journal of Biomedical Optics, detailing the high success rate of this vein-based identification technology.

🇨🇳 Chinese researchers develop 3D printer that uses AI to build and cook food simultaneously

Researchers from Hong Kong have developed a 3D food printer that integrates graphene and artificial intelligence to construct and cook food concurrently. This device can print edible structures layer by layer while applying precise heat to cook the food during the printing process. The technology operates at a remarkably low power consumption of just 14 watts, making it an energy-efficient alternative to conventional cooking methods. By enabling customized meal production with precise temperature control, this innovation could transform both home cooking and large-scale food production.

🇨🇳 Chinese scientists introduce Wi-Fi earphones, challenging Bluetooth's dominance in wireless audio

Chinese scientists have unveiled the Buds 5 Pro, the first-ever Wi-Fi earphones designed to offer lossless audio quality, challenging the dominance of Bluetooth. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Sound Technology Suite and XPAN technology, these earphones provide superior sound fidelity and lower latency compared to traditional wireless audio solutions. This breakthrough could lead to a shift in the consumer electronics market, as Wi-Fi audio technology offers greater bandwidth and efficiency for high-quality streaming. If widely adopted, this innovation may redefine wireless audio standards.

🚀 Space

🇬🇧 UK firm's nuclear fusion rocket could halve Mars travel time

UK startup Pulsar Fusion has unveiled Sunbird, a nuclear fusion-powered rocket that could reduce travel time to Mars by 50%, making deep-space missions more feasible. Unlike traditional chemical rockets, which have limited fuel efficiency, fusion propulsion generates immense energy from small amounts of hydrogen fuel. The company plans to test the engine in 2027, with potential applications for future interplanetary and even interstellar missions. If successful, Sunbird could redefine space exploration by providing faster and more sustainable propulsion methods.

🦾 Robotics

🇩🇪 German engineers create artificial muscles to suppress tremors in individuals with movement disorders

German engineers have developed a biorobotic arm equipped with artificial muscles that contract and relax to suppress involuntary tremors, such as those caused by Parkinson’s disease. The system, published in Device, uses soft actuators that mimic human muscle function, providing the arm with smoother and more controlled movements when it simulated tremors. This technology, once incorporated into a wearable device, could enhance quality of life for millions of people suffering from movement disorders.

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

🇨🇳 Chinese researchers unveil Manus, a fully autonomous AI agent performing complex tasks independently

Chinese researchers have introduced Manus, an autonomous AI agent capable of independently executing complex tasks without human intervention. Manus can handle activities such as sorting resumes, analyzing stock market correlations, and evaluating real estate investments. Unlike traditional AI models that require explicit instructions, Manus continuously learns and adapts to changing environments, making it more versatile in real-world applications. This breakthrough highlights China's progress in creating self-sufficient AI systems that could revolutionize automation across multiple industries.

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