Innovation - Page 148

February 10, 2017

Hyperloop One co-founder has just launched a rival startup

Brogan BamBrogan, the co-founder of Hyperloop One and its former chief technology officer, has just launched a rival company bidding to develop the first fully operational hyperloop system.

February 10, 2017

Six Flags, Samsung announce 'mixed reality' roller coaster

The New Revolution Galactic Attack offers a gaming-like experience.

February 7, 2017

YouTube begins rolling out live-streaming via app, starting with creators

YouTube has featured live-streaming on its desktop site since 2011, but the company is finally ready to take on Facebook Live by bringing the feature to smartphones.

February 6, 2017

How drones lit up the sky in Lady Gaga's Super Bowl halftime show

Some 300 drones lit up the sky in a spectacular synchronized display during Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl halftime show Sunday.

February 6, 2017

Realdoll builds artificially intelligent sex robots with programmable personalities

Sex doll manufacturer Realdoll is dipping its toe into the world of AI and robotics with a new concept for a robot sex assistant that will form a "real bond" with its, erm, users.

February 3, 2017

Super Bowl LI will tap tech to give viewers a player's POV

The Super Bowl dates back to 1967, and now, decades later, the 2017 Super Bowl will make use of modern tech that will boost viewers' experiences.

February 2, 2017

MIT builds invisible fish grabbing robot

They are nearly invisible and could have applications for surgery as well as underwater.

February 1, 2017

Meet the 'Bat Bot': Scientists unveil robot that flies just like a bat

In what might make an excellent sidekick for Batman, scientists have built a fascinating, unconventional flying robot that moves its wings and flies just like a bat.

February 1, 2017

Why you'll send a digital avatar to a meeting by 2020

In the future, you might not have to attend a meeting in person.

February 1, 2017

Computer manages to beat 4 of world's best poker players

Four of the world's best poker players are hanging their heads after recently losing $1.8 million in chips to Libratus.