Tesla has unveiled its robotaxi service, which features humanoid robots called Optimus. At an after-party, guests interacted with remote-controlled avatars dressed as Optimus robots. This was not unexpected for tech-savvy attendees who remembered that the original 2021 unveiling featured a costumed dancer. The company’s development highlights the progress made in robot intelligence over time. Source: … Read more
Libraries across the United States are providing free health and wellness classes to the public, regardless of income, language skills, or ID requirements. These programs leverage libraries’ reputation as sources of reliable information and their ability to reach people beyond formal healthcare settings. The mobile clinic team at Milwaukee Public Library’s downtown branch offers blood … Read more
GSC Game World has released the first post-launch patch for its open-world first-person shooter Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, addressing over 650 issues that plagued the game at launch. The 14GB update fixes numerous problems, including crashes, quest blockers, and combat balance issues. According to the developer, Patch 1.01 tackles everything from bug fixes to … Read more
Tesla has unveiled its new humanoid robot, Optimus, which features an advanced hand upgrade capable of catching tennis balls thrown at high speed. The robot’s new hand design boasts advanced dexterity and can perform human-like movements. Optimus is equipped with 40 electromechanical actuators, allowing for bipedal walking and precise object handling. Its battery-powered system supports … Read more
Arcane co-creator Christian Linke has confirmed details about three upcoming sequel shows, including how far along development is for the next series. The season 2 finale wrapped up Piltover and Zaun’s storylines, leaving room for new tales yet to come. Linke previously shared information about these projects, which include several in development and some continuing … Read more
The demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips has skyrocketed, with tech giants spending billions on hardware to train advanced AI models. Nvidia’s data center segment generated $30 billion in revenue during the third quarter alone, a 10-fold increase from two years ago. However, experts warn that these advancements come at a significant cost. The training … Read more
Kohl’s Corp. announced on Monday that Tom Kingsbury will step down as CEO on January 15, marking the end of his nearly three-year tenure. Ashley Buchanan, current CEO of Michaels Companies Inc., will take over as Kohl’s new CEO and board member starting January 15. Kingsbury will remain in an advisory role to the new … Read more
Nvidia has been a standout performer in the artificial intelligence (AI) space this year and next. As we head into 2025, investors are wondering if it will continue to lead the pack. While predicting the future is impossible, there are key factors about Nvidia’s business that could influence its performance. One thing is certain: Nvidia’s … Read more
Arcane showrunner Christian Linke has come clean about the reported $250 million budget for the second season of the hit Netflix series. While the exact figure is incorrect, Linke acknowledges that the budget is still “high”. He believes the risk was worth it, as the show’s success has exceeded expectations. Linke expressed his thoughts on … Read more
Bitcoin’s price has reached $100,000, but experts say this is only the beginning. According to one analyst, the market is due for a reversal after the current high is hit, potentially leading to a significant crash. The analyst notes that past cycles have shown a similar pattern, with prices rising before plummeting. The analyst’s predictions … Read more