Gruendel alleges that the company’s Figure 02 humanoid robot demonstrated alarming strength during tests, capable of fracturing a human skull. He claims that his concerns about the robot’s power were met with dismissal, and he was subsequently fired for poor performance, according to Figure AI’s statement to CNBC. Gruendel’s lawyers have been contacted, but no […]

As the Web3 and Fintech communities convened to share their insights on payments, blockchain, and more before the holiday season, a prevailing sentiment emerged: the inevitability of blockchain’s integration into B2B payments. Chief Financial Officers, or CFOs, have progressed beyond questioning whether blockchain will be utilized, and are now inquiring about the optimal pace for […]

Article from TechCrunch: In a desolate landscape of dwindling sports viewership, particularly among the younger generation, a glimmer of hope emerges. Peripheral Labs, a fledgling Canadian company, seeks to revolutionize the way fans experience — sports. Founded by Kelvin Cui and Mustafa Khan in 2024, the startup leverages self-driving car sensor technology to bring sports […]

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that echoes the iconic Star Wars universe. A team of researchers from Northwestern University in Chicago has identified a planet, dubbed ‘HD 143811 AB b’, which orbits two stars, much like the desert planet Tatooine. Located approximately 446 light-years from Earth, HD 143811 AB b is a gas giant […]

The 2025 holiday season is shaping up to be a showcase for innovative smart gadgets, with many consumers eagerly anticipating the latest tech trends. As the year draws to a close, tech enthusiasts are reflecting on the highlights and lowlights of the past 12 months. Cherlynn Low, Managing Editor of Engadget, recently shared her insights […]

First seen in Collider: The Fallout series has reclaimed its streaming throne on Amazon Prime Video with the debut of Season 2. The show’s first season was a massive success, garnering over 100 million viewers in less than six months, a feat only achieved by one other series in Prime Video history, The Lord of […]

Michaela Benthaus, a 33-year-old German aerospace and mechatronics engineer, made history on Saturday as the first wheelchair user to travel past the Kármán Line, aboard a Blue Origin New Shepard capsule. The milestone flight, which took place near Van Horn, Texas, marked a significant step towards making space accessible to individuals with disabilities. Benthaus, part […]

In the halls of NASA, a sense of caution prevails. The Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel, a gathering of seasoned experts, has issued a clarion call for reevaluation. Their counsel: revisit the Artemis lunar landing architecture, and reassess the handling of incidents like the flawed Starliner test flight. This recommendation echoes concerns voiced in the panel’s […]

Author comments from Forbes: The space industry is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from government-led exploration to commercially driven and enterprise-funded missions. SpaceX has emerged as a leader in this new era, positioning itself as the default launch provider for a range of applications, including communications, data, and national security. With a near-monopoly in cost-effective, […]