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Why Do it By Hand? Office Workers Finally Got the Memo

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Office work often involves tapping away on the keyboard for vast swathes of the day and going for the occasional coffee break. However, that tempo of work is coming to an end.

Many employees are cottoning onto the fact that new technology is enabling them to cut the length of the working day considerably.

This process began in earnest around 2020. That year, a host of powerful new tools entered the market and began to save workers a lot of time. [Read more…] about Why Do it By Hand? Office Workers Finally Got the Memo

The Evolution of Bitcoin Wallets: What’s Next?

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The decentralized digital currency known as Bitcoin has been around for more than ten years and has significantly altered how people see and utilize money.

The wallet is a crucial component of the Bitcoin ecosystem because it is required for storing, transmitting, and receiving bitcoins.

With the addition of new and improved functionality, Bitcoin wallets have significantly evolved over time. [Read more…] about The Evolution of Bitcoin Wallets: What’s Next?

The Challenges and Potential of Computer-Generated Images

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the way we approach many aspects of our lives, and one area where it is making a significant impact is in image generation.

With the ability to produce highly realistic and original images, AI has opened up new possibilities for artistic expression, scientific research, and commercial applications.

However, the process of generating AI images is not without its challenges, from biases and incomplete data to the potential for unpredictable or surreal results. [Read more…] about The Challenges and Potential of Computer-Generated Images

Nauticus Robotics launch new generation of its Aquanauts

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Nauticus Robotics, a developer of autonomous robots using artificial intelligence for data collection and intervention services for the ocean industries, has launched the first of three second-generation Aquanauts, dubbed the “Mark 2” (MK2).

The Aquanauts will now start commissioning exercises. Following commissioning, Nauticus expects to send the initial Aquanaut MK2 units to the North Sea and the Gulf of Mexico in the coming months to support customer initiatives in those regions.

The Aquanaut MK2 is a fully electric, untethered and autonomous subsea robot that is controlled through acoustic communication networking and underpinned by Nauticus’ proprietary software suite, toolKITT. The artificial intelligence-based software suite allows for robotic controls, user interfaces, sensor integration, simulation, data analysis, and communication frameworks purpose-built to enable subsea work. [Read more…] about Nauticus Robotics launch new generation of its Aquanauts

Agility Robotics launches next generation of its humanoid worker robot

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Agility Robotics has unveiled the next generation of its humanoid worker robot, Digit, describing it as “the first human-centric, multi-purpose robot made for logistics work”.

Agility says Digit is designed from the ground up to go where people go and do useful work safely in spaces designed for people, starting with bulk material handling within warehouses and distribution centers.

The next generation Digit still on show at ProMat 2023 in Chicago, doing fully autonomous live demonstrations in a replica warehouse work cell, for an audience of 45,000 attendees. [Read more…] about Agility Robotics launches next generation of its humanoid worker robot

Megvii to showcase new generation pallet handling robots

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MEGVII Automation & Robotics, an AI company that understands logistics the best, announces it will be exhibiting at LogiMAT 2023, held from Apr 25 to Apr 27 in Stuttgart, Germany, at booths #1OG82 in Hall 1 Gallery.

They launched a new generation 3D Pallet Shuttle System in 2022. The unique design distributed control architecture and intelligent software empowered by Megvii AI platform make this system representative of the new generation of pallet shuttles. A half year after the launch, about 500 units were implemented worldwide.

They will showcase this new generation pallet handling solution, a 3D pallet shuttle system in Logimat and demonstrate how to increase capacity, improve space utilization, reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions and be more productive. [Read more…] about Megvii to showcase new generation pallet handling robots

ZF partners with Beep to bring autonomous shuttle to US market

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ZF has unveiled its next generation shuttle for autonomous driving in urban environments and mixed traffic at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas/ Nevada, USA. The next generation complements the established model, which is primarily designed for use in segregated lanes.

For the new shuttle generation ZF announces a strategic partnership with US mobility services provider Beep. The agreement aims to deliver several thousand shuttles to customers over the coming years, combining ZF’s ATS with Beep’s mobility services and service management platform into a single-source autonomous mobility solution.

Torsten Gollewski, executive vice president, autonomous mobility systems at ZF, says: “In order to reduce traffic-related emissions in metropolitan areas, a reduction in motorized individual transport and a simultaneous expansion of more sustainable, efficient, comfortable, and affordable mobility options are required.” [Read more…] about ZF partners with Beep to bring autonomous shuttle to US market

Brain Corp unveils new platform for its autonomous commercial robots

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Brain Corp, an artificial intelligence company specializing in cleaning and inventory robotics, has released its “next generation autonomy platform for commercial robotics”.

The third generation platform represents the latest evolution of Brain Corp’s BrainOS autonomous robotic operating system, which currently powers over 20,000 autonomous robots operating in public spaces, and has been designed to underpin a future generation of intelligent robotic solutions to be applied across multiple commercial sectors.

The new, modular architecture promotes faster and easier product development and includes a number of key features designed to expand potential robot applications and advance machine capabilities, performance, safety and security. [Read more…] about Brain Corp unveils new platform for its autonomous commercial robots

Auve Tech launches new generation self-driving vehicle

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Estonian company Auve Tech has launched a new generation self-driving vehicle.

MiCa is the latest self-driving shuttle from Auve Tech, which specializes in developing and producing autonomous vehicles.

The startup says MiCa takes safety, practicality and self-driving to “a new level” and allows autonomous driving in various weather and traffic conditions. [Read more…] about Auve Tech launches new generation self-driving vehicle

ZF to showcase autonomous commercial transportation system solutions

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ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division will present its latest range of future-ready automation technologies and expertise at IAA Transportation 2022.

This includes ZF’s innovative next generation Autonomous Driving Open Platform Technology (ADOPT) automated chassis control solution.

The advanced platform bridges autonomous vehicles’ virtual driver software with its actuation systems using standardized interfaces developed to automotive standards. [Read more…] about ZF to showcase autonomous commercial transportation system solutions