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	Study highlights the potential of geothermal power for decarbonizing electricity Enhanced geothermal systems (EGSs) are human-made or enriched reservoirs within the Earth's subsurface, from which heat can be extracted to produce geothermal energy. The energy produced by these reservoirs could serve as an alternative source of electricity, helping to mitigate carbon emissions.
	The future of AI could be great—or catastrophic A survey of nearly 3,000 machine learning experts on how our lives will be different in an AI world has been completed and the results are in.
	Research team develops world's most efficient quantum dot solar cells A research breakthrough in solar energy has propelled the development of the world's most efficient quantum dot (QD) solar cell, marking a significant leap toward the commercialization of next-generation solar cells. This cutting-edge QD solution and device have demonstrated exceptional performance, retaining their efficiency even after long-term storage.
	Research team develops sweat-resistant wearable robot sensor New electromyography (EMG) sensor technology that allows the long-term stable control of wearable robots and is not affected by the wearer's sweat and dead skin has gained attention recently. Wearable robots are devices used across a variety of rehabilitation treatments for the elderly and patients recovering from stroke or trauma.
	Soft artificial muscles developed for robot motion Researchers at ETH Zurich have recently developed artificial muscles for robot motion. Their solution offers several advantages over previous technologies: It can be used wherever robots need to be soft rather than rigid or where they need more sensitivity when interacting with their environment.
	Avocado robot swings its way to unexplored treetops It abseils from a height and swings around obstacles: Robot Avocado will one day maneuver through the canopy of the rainforest and collect data for researchers about this hard-to-reach habitat.
	A virtual reality pegboard test shows performance does not always match user preference Virtual hand interactions are one of the most common and useful applications that virtual reality (VR) systems offer users. But, as a new Concordia-led study shows, personal preference remains an important factor in how the technology is applied, regardless of the effect on overall performance.
	Toyota apologizes for scandals as vehicle sales set new record Toyota's chairman said Tuesday he was "ashamed" of recent scandals involving subsidiaries of the Japanese auto giant, as the firm announced record vehicle sales of 11.2 million across its brands last year.
	Italy says ChatGPT breached privacy rules Italian authorities have accused OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, of breaching EU data protection law, giving the US firm 30 days to respond.
	Colorado lawmakers lead push on AI, warn of 'disastrous' consequences if tech is left alone As artificial intelligence starts to reshape society in ways predictable and not, some of Colorado's highest-profile federal lawmakers are trying to establish guardrails without shutting down the technology altogether.
	How a 13-year-old beat Tetris An extraordinary thing happened on December 21, 2023: 13-year-old Willis Gibson from Stillwater, Oklahoma, beat Tetris.
	'I almost feel like stuck in a rut': How streaming services changed the way we listen to music Music streaming can alter what was once a private activity into something more seemingly public.
	Spending too much time online? Helpful tips to improve your digital wellness Using digital platforms is increasingly the only option to manage our daily lives, from filling out forms at the doctor's office or government offices to ordering food, booking a cab, paying taxes, banking, shopping or dating. Often, people are coerced into using apps or online platforms by the absence of any other options.
	Departing US road safety chief says agency has the people and knowhow to regulate high-tech vehicles In the past 15 months, no one has been more responsible for safety on the nation's roads than Ann Carlson. For much of that time she has served as acting administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, where she started as chief counsel in 2021.
	Amazon says Prime deliveries reached their fastest speeds ever last year Amazon delivered packages to its Prime customers at the fastest speeds ever in 2023, the retailer said Tuesday, thanks to better inventory placement, a new regionalization model for shipments and more same-day warehouses.
	71% of musicians fear AI: French-German study More than two-thirds of musicians fear that artificial intelligence will make it impossible to make a living, according to a study by French and German music societies published Tuesday.
	Editing memories, spying on our bodies, normalizing weird goggles: Apple's new Vision Pro has big ambitions Apple Vision Pro is a mixed-reality headset—which the company hopes is a "revolutionary spatial computer that transforms how people work, collaborate, connect, relive memories, and enjoy entertainment"—that begins shipping to the public (in the United States) later this week.
	Expert explains the alarming creativity of today's cyberattacks, and five unlikely places you're vulnerable Associate Research Professor Charles Harry likes to strike up conversations with his new students by asking about their pets: Their favorite memories, the name of their first pet, even if they chose the collar based on their favorite color. Most don't hesitate—after all, he's their professor.
	Study reveals renewable energy project lead-times Western Sydney University has released new research assessing how long it takes to get renewable energy projects planned, approved, built, and commissioned.
	Fighting deepfakes, shallowfakes and media manipulation Photo, audio and video technologies have advanced significantly in recent years, making it easier to create convincing fake multimedia content, like politicians singing popular songs or saying silly things to get a laugh or a click. With a few easily accessible applications and some practice, the average person can alter the face and voice of just about anyone.
	Recycling tires and plastics with an ancient heating method Thermal decomposition is helping to green two major EU manufacturing industries.
	Machine sentience and you: What happens when machine learning goes too far There's always some truth in fiction, and now is about the time to get a step ahead of sci-fi dystopias and determine what the risk of machine sentience can be for humans.
	Researchers propose AI-guided system for robotic inspection of buildings, roads and bridges Our built environment is aging and failing faster than we can maintain it. Recent building collapses and structural failures of roads and bridges are indicators of a problem that's likely to get worse, according to experts, because it's just not possible to inspect every crack, creak and crumble to parse dangerous signs of failure from normal wear and tear.
	App lets Indigenous Brazilians connect in own languages For Indigenous communities in the Brazilian Amazon, getting online is a challenge. Now, a smartphone app is making it easier to connect by allowing them to use their own native languages.
	General Motors eyes strong 2024 as earnings top estimates General Motors reported higher quarterly profits Tuesday thanks to continued robust vehicle pricing amid strong North American demand, offsetting the hit from a labor strike.
	A review of solid-state lithium metal batteries through in-situ solidification At present, the energy density of commercial lithium-ion batteries has been approaching the limit. Liquid lithium metal batteries (LMBs) are favored for their high-energy-density (>500 Wh kg−1), but commercialization is hampered by the flammability and explosiveness of the liquid solvent and the growth of Li dendrites.
	Trade unions can contribute to productivity and technological development The Swedish trade union IF Metall is demanding that a collective agreement be established with Tesla, but the electric car manufacturer is refusing to collaborate. As a result, well over a hundred Swedish Tesla workers have been on strike since late October.

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