Toyota's Woven City, a 'living laboratory' set for its first occupants in 2025, is pioneering advancements in autonomous vehicles, smart homes, and robotics. With initial phases complete, this project offers an innovative community environment near Mount Fuji, allowing both Toyota employees and external innovators to test and develop new technologies.

The Biden administration's introduction of hydrogen tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act aims to foster cleaner hydrogen production while supporting nuclear power plants. By offering $3 per kilogram of hydrogen, these credits could transform the energy landscape, sparking innovation and sustainability. However, stakeholders must be wary of potential pitfalls that could arise from increased fossil fuel reliance to meet electricity demands.

Nvidia introduces Project Digits, a $3,000 AI supercomputer designed for personal and professional use, featuring the innovative GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip. This device empowers AI enthusiasts with unprecedented power and capabilities once reserved for larger systems.

AI is transforming the microchip design process by significantly speeding up development and introducing novel circuit designs that outperform traditional ones, although human oversight is still essential to refine these AI-generated designs.

Scientists from Nanyang Technological University have developed an advanced swarm navigation algorithm for cyborg insects. This innovation enhances their ability to traverse complex terrains, with significant implications for disaster relief and infrastructure inspection.

Scientists from Nanyang Technological University and partner universities in Japan have developed a new algorithm to control cyborg insect swarms, enhancing their navigation and operational capabilities. Their research could revolutionize search-and-rescue efforts, disaster relief, and infrastructure inspections by enabling real insects equipped with electronic devices to navigate complex terrains with precision and agility.

Elon Musk's Starship rocket, developed by SpaceX, is revolutionizing space exploration through its reusability, cost-efficiency, and potential for future space missions. Unlike NASA's traditional rockets, Starship is designed to be fully reusable, significantly reducing costs associated with space travel. This breakthrough technology not only challenges NASA's existing infrastructure but also opens new avenues for scientific exploration and future missions, including potential Mars colonization. Despite some criticisms of Musk’s vision, Starship sets a remarkable benchmark in the space race with its innovative approach to space travel.

This article explores the emerging role of virtual employees, or AI agents, in transforming business operations. Highlighting insights from industry leaders, it discusses the potential benefits and challenges associated with integrating these digital entities into the workforce.

Explore the futuristic innovations that MIT Technology Review has deemed as breakthrough technologies for 2025, from digital twins in medicine to sustainable advancements in various industries.

Exploring Matter certification in smart homes, which aims for compatibility across Apple, Google, and Samsung ecosystems, simplifying device integration and boosting innovation while awaiting Amazon's full participation.