AI 🤖

Claude 2: Friendly and safe (3 min)

Anthropic's new release, Claude 2, is proving to be a major contender alongside chatbots like ChatGPT and Pi. With enhanced performance and reduced harmful outputs.

Rocket science 🚀

Launching made simple (5 min)

Longshot Space aims for a simpler, more affordable space launch solution. Using a kinetic launch system that's cheaper to build and operate, they hope to reach hypersonic speeds.

Big progress for JUICE! (2 min)

ESA's JUICE mission shared captivating ultraviolet views from its UVS instrument, revealing a dazzling Milky Way adorned with shimmering stars from the southern sky.

SpaceX keeps breaking records (3 min)

With the successful launch and landing of Falcon 9 on July 9th, the B1058 booster achieved an incredible milestone of 16 flights. Setting new reusability standards in the industry.

China's methane-fueled ambitions (2 min)

Landspace's Zhuque-2 rocket prepares for its second test flight, aiming to reach orbit with its methane-powered engines. A launch that could mark a significant milestone in rocket propulsion.

Big tech 🌟

Struggles in Google's AR journey (1 min)

As the AR landscape grows more competitive, Google's AR team keeps facing challenges. This time, Mark Lucovsky, former head of operating systems, bids farewell, citing unstable commitment and vision.

Microsoft announces more layoffs (1 min)

Following previous downsizing efforts, Microsoft has announced additional job cuts as part of ongoing restructuring, focusing on salespeople and customer success representatives.

Science ⚗️

Enhancing astronaut style (2 min)

NASA has expanded its contracts with Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace, providing $5 million to each to develop advanced spacesuits, for both spacewalks outside the ISS and lunar surface missions.

Electric cars 🚗

A flying car earns FAA approval (2 min)

The futuristic vision portrayed in movies may soon become a reality with Alef Automotive's Model A. This remarkable fully electric vehicle combines the ability to fly and travel on public roads.

Audi sets sights on China's EV market (2 min)

Audi is reportedly exploring partnerships in China to acquire its next-gen EV platform. A strategic move that signals its commitment to electrification.

Design 🎨

Apple’s approach to folding (2 min)

Reports suggests a potential foldable MacBook Pro is on the horizon. With a tablet-like display, and a foldable lower section serving as a keyboard.