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Genie 4: DeepMind’s World Model Now Simulates Sound and Speech

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Genie 4: DeepMind's World Model Now Simulates Sound and Speech
The London building at 6 Pancras Square that houses Google DeepMind. Photo: Gciriani, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Imagine typing "a crowded rural train station in 1980s Japan" and then walking around inside it, hearing the platform noise, changing the weather with a sentence, and watching passengers react. That is the promise of Genie 4, the new world model Google DeepMind announced on October 27, 2026. It is still a research preview, but it shows how quickly AI is moving from gener...
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‘CANOO’ – Pickup Trucks

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Canoo is an American automotive startup based in Torrance, California that develops and manufactures electric vehicles, and plans to sell a lifestyle vehicle in the year 2022. The company also plans to produce commercial electric vehicles such as vans for vehicle rental and ride sharing services.. The company has engineering services located in Torrance, California, near Los Angeles, California. The company has developed breakthrough Multi-Purpose Platforms and digital ecosystems that are re...
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HAHN PLASTICS – MUD CONTROL GRIDS

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Hahn Plastics Mud Control Grids offer ground reinforcement without substructure. The grids are a perfect solution to prevent ground erosion, features a load capacity of 56 tons per 10ft², and are interlocking to create a self-supporting structure. Made of 100% recycled plastic. They work amazingly in even the most challenging mud" Mud Control Grids are the perfect solution to tackle even the most challenging mud problems around gates, feeders, waterers, laneways and other heavy use ar...
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Scientists at Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) in Hefei, China have developed a steady field of 45.22 Tesla, the highest steady magnetic field by a working magnet in the world.

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The hybrid magnet at the Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) in Hefei, China set a world record for the highest steady magnetic field by a working magnet when it produced a steady field of 45.22 tesla (T) on Aug. 12. It broke the previous world record of 45 tesla set in 1999 by a hybrid magnet at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory of the United States. This 45.22-tesla hybrid magnet is composed of a resistive insert nested in a superconducting outsert with a bore of 32 mm...
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Evoware sustainable packaging without plastic

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Evoware Seawead-based packaging. Evoware makes packaging material from seaweed extract: some types of packaging can be eaten as well! Evoware products can be used as packaging for solid foods and also contain hot liquid, like tea, coffee or instant soup. Evoware offers seaweed-based sachets and food wrappings to replace multilayer plastic packaging for dry food and non-food products, for example, coffee sachets or packaging for cookies and soaps. The materials used in the packaging come ...
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Biogenic (algae-grown) limestone-based cement promises carbon-zero buildings.

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Cement is an important construction ingredient around the world, and as a result, cement production is a significant source of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, making up approximately seven percent of annual greenhouse gas emissions. Cities of the future may be built with algae-grown limestone Global cement production accounts for 7% of annual greenhouse gas emissions in large part through the burning of quarried limestone. Now, a CU Boulder-led research team has figured out a way t...
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Colossal Biosciences (Colossal) has developed genetic engineering and de-extinction technology to genetically resurrect the woolly mammoth by combining its DNA with that of Asian elephants.

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Colossal Biosciences (Colossal) has developed genetic engineering and de-extinction technology to genetically resurrect the woolly mammoth by combining its DNA with that of Asian elephants. It utilizes CRISPR/Cas, as well as other genome engineering technologies, to develop a feasible de-extinction model. CRISPR/Cas system is a powerful technology, used as gene editing tool to selectively modify DNA sequences at any specific location in the genome with far more precision than conventional ge...
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Nagoya Institute of Technology scientists in Japan have devised a method to transfor Fish Scales Into Carbon Nano-onions

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Carbon Nano-onions - The development of nanoscale materials is an important area of research as it provides access to materials with unique properties that can be applied to improve quality of life. Multi-layer fullerenes, also known as carbon nano-onions (CNOs) are an exciting class of nanostructures which show great versatility and applicability. They find applications in several fields of technology and biomedicine. Nagoya Institute of Technology scientists in Japan have devised a method...
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AeroFarms – transforming agriculture by building indoor vertical farms using artificial intelligence and plant biology

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AeroFarms is transforming agriculture by building indoor vertical farms using artificial intelligence and plant biology. It uses the latest breakthroughs in indoor vertical farming, artificial intelligence and plant biology to fix broken food system and improve the way fresh produce is grown and distributed locally and globally. They have built a proprietary agriculture platform to grow a wide array of products, delivering superior flavor, better quality and improved nutrition with the m...
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‘Kumulus-1’ a startup in Tunisia has developed a portable Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG)

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Kumulus is a water tech start up with mission to provide drinking water in an economical and sustainable way. It has build small portable machine that create drinking water from air! This machine can fit in a 1m3 cube and can be equipped with a solar power pack, making it fully autonomous and independent. The Kumulus-1 is a smart machine, offering options of mobile control through our dashboard and app, as well as functionalities that ensure water is delivered in a sustainable and economical...
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‘University of Bristol’ is in process of developing soundproof wallpaper

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Scientists at University of Bristol are developing soundproof wallpaper inspired by moths wings. Experts at the University of Bristol have discovered that the scales on moth wings act as excellent sound absorbers even when placed on an artificial surface. The University of Bristol team found the phenomenon holds the key to better sound-absorbing panels. It will revolutionize noise-canceling technology, they say. Co-author Professor Marc Holderied explained: "This research has shown one da...
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University of Southampton – Scientists create tomatoes genetically edited to bolster vitamin D levels. The tomatoes contain as much provitamin D3 as two eggs

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Scientists have created genetically edited tomatoes, each containing as much provitamin D3 – the precursor to vitamin D – as two eggs or a tablespoon of tuna. The tomato plants were created by making tiny changes to an existing tomato gene using an editing technique called Crispr-Cas9. “It’s like a pair of molecular tweezers, which you can use to precisely snip out a very small fragment of the gene to enhance a desirable trait in plants a lot quicker than traditional breeding process, and wi...
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‘Betriton’ – Amphibious electric camper-trike for two that allows you to travel over both land and water

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BeTRITON is an Amphibious 100 per cent electric camper-trike for two that allows you to travel over both land and water whilst providing a place to rest your head. It’s a three-wheel electric moped (L2e in EU) and a small boat. BeTriton is an all-in-one electric camper, tricycle, and boat that can tackle land and water. BeTRITON (formerly known as Z-Triton) is good for either long-distance adventures or recreation - a weekend getaway deep in nature. https://youtu.be/bHpCEUSWt7Q ...
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Uni-Solar PVL-136 136 Watt Triple Junction 24V Flexible Solar Panel 

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Uni-Solar panels are lightweight, flexible and directly adhere to many roofing surfaces avoiding penetrations. Each cell is connected to each other via bypass diodes. Therefore, if one cell is shaded or soiled, only the power output of this one shaded cell is lost - usually less than 4.5%.These panels are less than 1/5th the weight of crystalline solar panels and are designed for membrane and metal roofing system applications. Uni-Solar PVL-136 136W 24-Volt Flexible Amorphous Solar Panel...
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Pedal-powered generator

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K-TOR® designs and manufactures human powered portable energy generators that serve as portable outlets to provide electrical power on the go. Their power generators are driven by human bio-mechanical energy. They provide reliable, self-sustainable power anywhere, anytime. https://youtu.be/cLS5LWN-63w Human powered energy technology from K-TOR® is the new face of alternative energy. Complementing existing wind and solar technologies, K-TOR® generators deliver sustainable, green power wh...
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Sweden’s TreeHotel.SE – Unique design to be one with nature

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Treehotel is one of the most unique design-led hotels with choice of a treehouse ranging from a Bird's Nest to a UFO. Treehotel is near Harads, a tiny village near Lulea in northern Sweden. It's an hour's flight from Stockholm to Lulea airport. Treehotel is located in Harads, near the Lule River, about 100 kilometres from Luleå airport. The village has a population of about 600 and features a restaurant, shop and guest house. When you arrive at Treehotel, you check in at Treehotel Guesthouse...
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‘NatureID’ – Better Plant Parenthood & Personal Plant Care Assistant

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NatureID is an AI-based digital tool that helps you identify plants, diagnose plant diseases, and improve plant parenthood. Created in collaboration with expert botanists, NatureID is more than just a plant identifier and guide. It’s also designed to be your plant doctor, journal, and encyclopedia. https://youtu.be/lFyGPlDphrg NatureID is a nature expert in your pocket. It is a tool based on a striking mix of technology and nature that allows identifying plants by making just a few t...
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‘HeatTrak’ – heated snow & ice melting mats

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HeatTrak are heated snow & ice melting mats, perfect for snow removal on walkways, stairs & driveways. Heated mats connect together so you can customize your snow melting system. Professional mats are larger, designed for high foot traffic zones & keep your facility safe from slip risks. Watertight ConnectionSpecial plug & socket system ensures a watertight connection every time.No Slip DesignMats features a textured anti-slip surface. Weighty construction holds mat securely ...
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Renogy Flexible Solar Panel

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Renogy Flexible Solar Panel are highly flexible, lightweight panel that can easily be installed on curved surfaces.  Traditional solar panels are rigid and often enclosed in tempered glass. The Renogy 100W Flexible Solar Panel is anything but traditional. Perfect for marine use or placement on top of a van or vehicle, the Renogy 100W Lightweight Solar Panel is thin and capable of flexing up to 248 degrees. https://youtu.be/jq4QrFaMfHc At 4 pounds, this flexible solar panel weighs ...
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Blumat Watering Systems

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Blumat Systems is a fully automatic drip irrigation system for all plants Use Blumat Systems to: Automatically maintain the best moisture levels.Help create ideal plant growing conditions.In salt-based systems typically save at least 50% of nutrient costs.Produce higher yields and quality.Save huge amounts of time and work, sometimes even marriages!Blumats are not expensive, they are an investment that quickly pays for itself and gives an amazing return. https://www.youtube.com/em...
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‘Frozen Zoo’ – resurrecting the extinct

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A frozen zoo is a storage facility in which genetic materials taken from animals are stored at very low temperatures in tanks of liquid nitrogen. Material preserved in this way can be stored indefinitely and used for artificial insemination, in vitro fertilisation, embryo transfer, and cloning. Some facilities also collect and cryopreserve plant material. Frozen Zoo® is the largest and most diverse collection of its kind in the world. It contains over 10,000 living cell cultures, oocytes...
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‘KITE Bricks’ – SMART BRICK to build houses with Lego-style bricks

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Smart Brick is a revolutionary brick and the basis of a new construction system covered by issued and pending US patents. The brick is amenable for building houses, buildings, bridges and more.. The block is constructed of high-strength concrete with unique properties that allow for the building of truly ecological structures, with large savings in electricity expenses associated with seasonal heating and cooling. The block allows for faster, cheaper, more precise, and stronger building than...
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DAVEK MINI – most compact Umbrella

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DAVEK MINI is a smallest, most compact umbrella. This incredibly convenient umbrella fits in literally any compartment, from a handbag or clutch to your pants pocket. The stylish Mini is the perfect "just in case" umbrella, hardly noticeable when it's not in use. https://youtu.be/fiMGJ_brBbU Coverage: 38 in (arc-diam); 34 in (straight-diam)Closed length: 7"Weight: Under 1 lb—ultra-lightweightOpen/close system: ManualFrame: Fiberglass reinforced 6-rib frame system Loss Protection...
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Moen’s The Flo – Smart Home Water Monitoring And Leak Detection System

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The Flo by Moen monitors your water flow and can automatically shut off your water if it detects a major leak. In addition, the Flo checks your water pressure and temperature, and its app shows you how much water you're using per day. It also tells you what's using water, and it runs daily tests to determine if there's a water leak. Flo by Moen™ is a revolutionary smart home water security system that features a suite of products to protect your home from water damage and leaks, 24/7. Th...
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‘Renu Robotic’ – LIDAR based fully autonomous, all-electric lawn mower.

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Velodyne Lidar Inc. has signed a multi-year agreement to integrate its Puck lidar sensors into Renu Robotic’s all-electric robotic lawnmower. The robot mower uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to autonomously command and control and to learn and assess the environment and operate independently. Using a stored map of the area, the mower follows a pre-programmed path, with machine learning making corrections as needed. Lidar — Light Detection and Ranging — is a rem...
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Form Energy -iron-air battery

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Form Energy's new 'iron-air' battery, it can store electricity from wind or solar power stations for days at a time and then discharging it to the grid as needed. To run the grid reliably and affordably, we need new cost-effective technologies capable of storing electricity for multiple days. We conducted a broad review of available technologies and have reinvented and optimized the iron-air battery for the electric grid. https://youtu.be/1n1qZHni718 The active components of our iro...
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LeGrow Smart Indoor Planter is a LEGO-like system that makes indoor planting easy.

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LeGrow’s self-watering pot modules make indoor planting and maintaining easy. significantly reducing how often your seedlings and saplings need watering, gardening is perfectly practical, whether you’re a beginner or a busy bee. Indoor Gardening Made Easy, Innovative, and Beautiful LeGrow combines a sleek, modern aesthetic, cutting-edge technology, and quality material so you can grow and sustain a truly gorgeous garden. INCLUDED IN THE LEGROW BUILDER KIT - 10 Patented Design ...
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Mosquito Repelling

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Duke University neurotoxicologist - Understanding repellent mechanisms. Despite widespread use, no one understood exactly how most mosquito repellents keep the insects away. Now researchers are starting to uncover the first pieces of the puzzle. A new study has identified a scent receptor in mosquitoes that helps them sniff out and avoid trace amounts of pyrethrum, a plant extract used for centuries to repel biting insects. One of the oldest insecticides known, pyrethrum comes from...
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‘NOVUS’ – premium lightweight E-Motorbike

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NOVUS is a handcrafted-limited series full carbon fiber Motorbike. NOVUS is more than a Motorcycle. It is a piece of Art on Wheels Specially developed wheel hub motor with its futuristic design, in combination with the powerful battery and the low vehicle mass, ensures a superior power-to-weight ratio. Our driving performance easily surpasses comparable 125cc machines. The unique frame is made out of one single piece. It is both a supporting skeleton and a design-defining outer ski...
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‘Carqon’ – Electric family cargo bike

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'Carqon' is a electric bike for family t carry kids safely. It also can carry cargo. Carqon is a 100% Dutch brand building on the knowledge and quality that characterizes a country with a historically significant cycling tradition. The company was founded with the ambition to develop a superior cargo bike that sets a new standard in design, functionality, and technology. A cargo bike for parents who want to get the best out of their family life. https://youtu.be/h6qLRnfTwXg ...
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