Important Innovations

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane NEW RESEARCH: HEARTWARMING FINDINGS ON ELEPHANTS GREETING THEIR FRIENDS                                                                                                                                                                               Source:   Stock A University of Vienna research team studied nearly 100 elephants greeting their friends.  Here's what we know: While ...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane VEHICLE UNLIKE ANY OTHER - NEW E-HOVERCRAFT                                                                                          Source:  VonMercier US-based VonMercier's new hovercraft is a fun, cutting edge, electric hovercraft, that combines cutting edge hovercraft technology with electric vehicle innovation.  Here are some key facts: Called Arosa, it's a high performance, electric sports hovercraft that the company says is a world 1st in luxury Designed for exploring, adventure, travel and off-roading fun Electric powertrain; powered by lithium-ion batteries No emissions and operates quietly Hovers 8-inches above the surface...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane WORLD 1ST - BRITAIN'S DRONE SUPER-HIGHWAY                                                                                          Source:  Stock Think you'll find this very interesting!  A 165-mile, super-highway for drones is being developed between the UK's Midlands and the Southeast. This could be a fast starter to get drones through regulatory hurdles. It is unprecedented.  Here's what we know: It's a world first Allows pilotless drones to make high speed deliveries across the country Developed by Altitude Angel Skeptics warn it poses risks for privacy and safety of Britons living in the flight path Also, for people in the...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane NEXT-G SOLAR CELLS: LOWER COST & MORE EFFICIENT SOLAR ENERGY                                                                           Source:  University of Colorado & Stock University of Colorado Boulder engineers and researchers have revealed an innovative method to manufacture solar cells that may revolutionize solar energy. They're using perovskite semiconductors. Here's what we know: Many experts consider this the next gen of solar tech It could lead to more efficient, lower cost means to power homes, cars, boats, drones & more  The new solar cells are known as perovskite cells The innovative method to manufacture perovskite cells is considered critical to co...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  HAVING A GREAT CONVERSATION WITH A ROBOT                                                           Source:  Open AI A new robot powered by Open AI's ChatGPT can have real-time conversations with you.  This robot appears to be a breakthrough.  Here are some key facts: Open AI's humanoid robot can answer questions, have a lively conversation and do chores around the house It's called Figure 01 and is the result of a partnership between Open AI and Figure AI Robot created by Open AI software The robot is automated and 2-legged It can plan future actions, visualize objects and reflect on its memories Its cameras shoot its surroundings, sends the images to a large-language model trained by AI and translates it for the r...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane NEW TECH SATELLITE CAN ZOOM ON TO A FACE                                                                                     Source:  Albedo & Stock In 2025, a "Big Brother" satellite will be launched that's capable of zooming-in on anyone, anywhere.  It is breakthrough imaging technology so advanced that it can even view and track a license plate on the back of a car.  What are the opportunities and the risks of this new innovation?  Here are a few key facts:  This new satellite with high resolution close-up imaging was created by Denver-based startup Albedo Space Corp. Thermal infrared imaging is so advanced it can zoom in on ...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane DOLPHINS SIGNATURE WHISTLES ARE THEIR NAMES                                                                                Source:  Stock We know that Dolphins are remarkable animals.  Now, a Cambridge University zoologist has discovered that they give themselves names through their distinct, signature whistles.  Here are some key findings: Dolphins create for themselves as babies their own signature whistle It's their distinct tune, which serves as an audible nametag This remarkable fact has been documented by renowned Cambridge University zoologist Dr. Arik Kershenbaum He says they are the only creatures other than humans that give themselves a name - as ...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane NUCLEAR FUSION REACTION CREATES 2Xs THE ENERGY PUT INTO THE PROCESS                                                                                     Source:  Stock New nuclear fusion records are being set at the US National Ignition Facility, bringing the world closer to an era of plentiful green, clean energy.  Here are some facts: US scientists have been producing as output two-times the amount of energy inputted into nuclear fusion reactions They started setting records in 2022 and have been increasing those energy production milestones ever since Fusion energy works like the sun, squeezing smaller particles together into larger atoms Nuclea...

D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane GENESIS EV CONCEPT FOR WINTER                                                           Source:  Genesis South Korean automaker Genesis just unveiled a stunning, new concept EV designed to provide strong performance in cold weather.  Here's what we know: Freezing temperatures are notorious for sapping battery range on EVs and slowing their recharge time Hyundai's Genesis has a new concept car with technology that could end that problem It's called Genesis X Snow Speedium Company says it provides "strength and performance" no matter the temperature New concept vehicle is part of the X series Genesis has not detailed the battery technology behind the claim Genesis does say their new technology and the car's elegant design ...