China tops AI patents, publications in new Stanford report
Must ReadScience & TechnologyChina tops AI patents, publications in new Stanford reportBy Web Desk-Apr 20, 2026China is the global leader in several areas of artificial intelligence (AI), including the volume of AI publications, citation counts, total patent output, and industrial robot installations, according to a report released on Monday. The report, produced by Stanford University’s Institute for Human-Centered AI, is part of the 2026 AI Index and has been tracking developments in AI si...
Study warns rising screen time among children may harm development
PakistanScience & TechnologyStudy warns rising screen time among children may harm developmentBy Web Desk-Apr 20, 2026A recent study has revealed a concerning rise in screen time among infants, a trend that experts warn could lead to a range of health and developmental issues, raising serious concerns for parents. Mobile screens have increasingly become part of young children’s daily lives. According to specialists, excessive exposure may negatively affect their ability to speak, learn and m...
Chinese researchers create ultra-thin copper foil with exceptional strength
Must ReadScience & TechnologyChinese researchers create ultra-thin copper foil with exceptional strengthBy Kumail Shah-Apr 20, 2026Chinese researchers have created an ultra-thin copper foil with exceptional strength, conductivity, and thermal stability, opening new possibilities for advanced batteries and integrated circuits. Copper foil functions as both an electric current pathway and a heat conductor. Historically, enhancing strength often compromised conductivity, and improving conductiv...
China’s Hesai adds colour to lidar as EV makers race to level up in self-driving tech
Hesai Group, the world’s largest maker of vehicle lidar sensors, introduced technology it said would raise autonomous driving features to a new level by detecting colour to improve the reliability of object identification. The Shanghai-based maker of light detection and ranging sensors said its 6D full-colour platform would deliver lidar sensors with world-leading capabilities in ranging and small-target identification. 6D refers to the sensors’ ability to detect the X, Y and Z coordinates of....
As Amazon, SpaceX clash at FCC, Musk congratulates Bezos on New Glenn rocket launch
Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket, showcasing reusable booster technology with a vertical landing. This achievement, acknowledged by Elon Musk, comes amidst ongoing regulatory disputes between Amazon and SpaceX concerning satellite proposals. Both companies are vying for FCC approval for large satellite constellations, highlighting a competitive landscape in space infrastructure.
Why the Northern Metropolis needs more than one big push
Hong Kong’s government is under mounting pressure to deliver the Northern Metropolis, announced in 2021, as it approaches the end of its term – less than 15 months and counting. The megaproject, to turn 30,000 hectares (74,132 acres) near the border with mainland China into a centre of international innovation and technology, is to be an engine to drive the city’s economic growth and housing – and the gem of its economic integration with the mainland. We are pressed for time. Beijing has long...
Strait of Hormuz must be returned to the world ‘exactly as it was’, says UAE minister
Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and CEO of Adnoc, said 50 days of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz have blocked nearly 600 million barrels of oil, putting increasing pressure on global supplies of LNG, jet fuel, fertiliser and other essential commodities.In a post on social media platform X, he warned that the impact is being felt worldwide, with rising costs ultimately passed on to ordinary people. Al Jaber stressed that the global economy cannot withstand pr...
Instagram Flash III Filter: Here’s How to Transform Your Images Into Retro-Style Visuals
Must ReadScience & TechnologyInstagram Flash III Filter: Here’s How to Transform Your Images Into Retro-Style VisualsBy Web Desk-Apr 19, 2026Instagram, one of the most widely used social media platforms, has a habit of keeping its audience engaged through constant feature drops and visual tweaks, and the latest one doing the rounds is the Instagram Flash III filter, which is quickly becoming a familiar sight across feeds. The Instagram Flash III filter is designed to give photos a vintage fl...
iPhone 18 leaks reveal camera upgrade, new look
Must ReadScience & TechnologyiPhone 18 leaks reveal camera upgrade, new lookBy Web Desk-Apr 19, 2026Apple may still be a few months away from unveiling its iPhone 18 lineup, but early details are already starting to paint a clearer picture of what’s coming, particularly around design choices and camera upgrades. Recent reports suggest the iPhone 18 Pro models could introduce a variable-aperture rear camera, a feature that would allow the lens to automatically adjust depending on lighting con...
Humanoid Robots Outpace Human Runners in Beijing Half Marathon
Tetouan – Humanoid robots delivered a headline-making performance in Beijing on Sunday, outpacing a number of human participants in a half marathon that showed how rapidly robotics technology is advancing. The race, held on the outskirts of the Chinese capital, brought together dozens of Chinese-made humanoid machines and human runners in a highly symbolic test of speed, balance, and endurance. In several segments of the race, robots surged ahead of human competitors, marking a notable shift fr...
TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! A few weeks ago, I wrote about how Uber seemed to be everywhere, all at once in the emerging autonomous vehicle technology sector. The Financial Times has now put a number on it. The FT calculated that Uber has committed more than $10 billion to buying autonomous vehicles and taking equ...
AI is moving from assistant to operator in the workplace
Dubai: For years, the conversation around enterprise AI focused on assistance. The technology was presented as a way to help employees write faster, search faster, analyse faster, and make better decisions. That was an important step, but it did not change the basic structure of work. In most organisations, people still carry the burden of repetitive operational tasks across finance, HR, procurement, customer support, and compliance. The software could guide the process, but the employee still h...
Blue Origin marks first landing of reused New Glenn rocket booster, ratcheting up SpaceX rivalry
InternationalScience & TechnologyBlue Origin marks first landing of reused New Glenn rocket booster, ratcheting up SpaceX rivalryBy Reuters -Apr 19, 2026Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin on Sunday said its New Glenn rocket booster touched down after its launch, marking its first landing of a reused booster. The rocket, which had a launch window of 6:45 a.m. to 12:19 p.m. ET on Sunday, lifted off at around 7:25 a.m. ET (1125 GMT) from Cape Canaveral, Florida, and the booster touchdown happened about...
Cold case breakthrough solves teen killing after suspect lived free for decades: 'Better be afraid'
Michigan authorities have identified the man responsible for the murder of 16-year-old Sheri Jo Elliott, putting an end to a four-decades-old cold case and marking the latest crime to be solved using advanced DNA technology. Roni Collins, a 75-year-old resident of Grand Blanc, has been named as Elliott’s killer, according to the Michigan State Police.On Nov. 16, 1983, Elliott left her home in Flint to walk to the bus stop and was never seen again.She was reported missing several hours later when...
Who will be the next person to walk on the moon? The most likely candidates revealed, as NASA counts down to its return to the lunar surface for the first time in over 50 years
Who will be the next person to walk on the moon? The most likely candidates revealed, as NASA counts down to its return to the lunar surface for the first time in over 50 yearsREAD MORE: NASA astronaut finds God after returning to EarthBy WILIAM HUNTER, SENIOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY REPORTER Published: 07:43, 19 April 2026 | Updated: 13:00, 19 April 2026 e-mail 124 View comments
Expert Explains | India’s nuclear pivot: FBRs the future, PHWRs to anchor growth until technology matures
As India deregulates the nuclear power sector, NPCIL MD Bhuwan Chandra Pathak explains how the company will play a “motherly role" in fostering private participation through technology, project development, and design.
Second Open Dialogue ‘The Future of the World. A New Platform for Global Growth’ to be held at National Centre RUSSIA
Moscow will host a global forum on growth, technology, demography and trade with delegates from 40+ countries The Second Open Dialogue ‘The Future of the World. A New Platform for Global Growth’ is set to take place at the National Centre RUSSIA in Moscow from April 27 to 29. Participants can expect lectures by international experts, pitch sessions, idea presentations, networking, and discussions with representatives from more than 40 countries. The program is...
Ancient diary helps scientists confirm massive solar storm in 1204
Science & TechnologyAncient diary helps scientists confirm massive solar storm in 1204By Web Desk-Apr 19, 2026An ancient diary is aiding scientists in confirming that a significant solar storm struck Earth 800 years ago, a storm illustrating the sun’s potential dangers. The Japanese poet Fujiwara no Teika recorded in his personal diary, “Meigetsuki,” or “The Record Of The Clear Moon,” that he observed red lights across the Kyoto sky for three nights in 1204. In the ancient diary, he noted a...
Bruins’ Jeremy Swayman and the overwhelming influence of self-belief
BOSTON — Save percentages are sinking. This is not the fault of goaltenders. Sharper shooters, coaching strategies and stick technology are among the reasons that today’s goalies are under siege.“Players are just getting better, more skilled. I feel like there’s way more goals,” said Boston Bruins coach Marco Sturm. “Power play is a big reason, too. They’re just so good at it. So many more goals. Maybe that’s why save percentage is going down, the combination of a little bit of everything. The l...
Scientists decipher the geological history of the Grand Canyon
Must ReadScience & TechnologyScientists decipher the geological history of the Grand CanyonBy Reuters -Apr 19, 2026The Grand Canyon is a marvel on the landscape of North America, a breathtaking geological feature in the southwestern U.S. state of Arizona presenting dramatic contours and richly colored vistas. Research is now providing insight into how and when the Colorado River, whose continuous might has carved out the canyon over millions of years, came to flow through the region. By stu...