Tesla stock plunged 15 percent on Monday, its steepest drop in five years. The price is down over 50 percent since its December highs. Tesla owners, disgusted with Elon Musks slash-and-burn tactics for the Trump administration, are selling their vehicles at a big loss. And Tesla showrooms across the country are becoming magnets for large crowds of protesters who want to see the company fail spectacularly. But at least Musk can still count on one guy to have his back. Im going to buy a brand new Tesla tomorrow morning as a show of confidence and support for Elon Musk, a truly great American, President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social on Monday. Why should he be punished for putting his tremendous skills to work in order to help MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN???But it will probably take more than a Cybertruck in the presidential motorcade to make Tesla great again. It will take an actual commitment to more affordable electric vehicles. It will take a more serious and safer approach to driverless cars. And it may take a change of leadership to get the company back on track. Lets run down the companys problems.Sales slumpTrumps election last year sent Teslas stock price soaring, as investors rewarded Musk for making the right political bet. It hit a record high of $488 in mid-December; by early March, it had sunk to roughly $226. The wipeout erased over $800 billion in market value, Teslas steepest drop in years. Musks own net worth took an over $100 billion hit. (But dont worry: hes still the richest man in the world.)What happened? Setting Musks Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) side quest and the resulting protests aside for a moment, the simplest explanation is that Teslas sales suck. The company produced 4 percent fewer cars in 2024 than it did the previous year. And its deliveries were essentially flat. Tesla earnings came in light, even with a Bitcoin boost.Musks own net worth took an over $100 billion hit.In California, Teslas biggest market in the US, its sales dropped almost 8 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024 and 12 percent for the year. Coastal elites love affair with the brand has soured. And its not just in the US. In February, Teslas sales were down 10 percent in Spain, 42 percent in Sweden, 45 percent in France, 48 percent in Norway and Denmark, 53 percent in Portugal, 55 percent in Italy, and a whopping 76 percent in Germany. Musks endorsement may have helped Germanys far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party place second in the recent election, but it doesnt seem to have improved his companys flagging sales in Europe down 45 percent in January year over year. In China, the worlds largest car market, Tesla is on a sustained losing streak. The company has been backsliding for the past five consecutive months on a year-on-year basis, according to data from the countrys Passenger Car Association. Some of this is likely related to a temporary factory suspension to accommodate the new Model Y Juniper assembly line, but rising competition from domestic automakers like BYD is putting increased pressure on Tesla. And unlike BYD, Tesla doesnt sell any hybrid or gas-powered vehicles. It has nothing to fall back on when consumers feel anxious about the future of electric vehicles.An aging lineupA frequent criticism you see about Tesla is that the companys vehicle lineup is getting a little long in the tooth. The Model X turns 10 this year, while the Model S is pushing 15. Both vehicles have only received minor updates since their initial launch. (A Tesla executive promised a refresh later this year.)The Model 3 and Model Y, which represent the bulk of the companys automotive revenues, were both updated recently, but the lag in regular updates has opened a window of opportunity for Teslas competitors. Consumers interested in plug-in power suddenly have a wealth of choices as newer, more interesting EVs from Hyundai, Kia, Honda, and General Motors hit the market. Meanwhile, Teslas only new model to be introduced in the last five years is the Cybertruck, which has been recalled seven times since its launch. Musk has said that frequent software updates obviate the need for a more regular cadence of model refreshes. While Tesla sales dropped, sales of non-Tesla EVs continued to climb. Americans bought a record 1.3 million electric cars, an increase of 7.3 percent year over year, according to Cox Automotives Kelley Blue Book. EVs now claim 8.1 percent of the market in the US. Americans arent souring on electric vehicles theyre just over Tesla. No affordable modelsFor years, Musk has been promising to make an affordable electric vehicle, likely priced at $25,000. He first mentioned it in a 2018 interview, saying, A $25,000 car, thats something we can do. Then, in 2020, at the companys first Battery Day event, he speculated that Tesla could eventually produce upward of 20 million of these vehicles in a year or roughly twice the current production of Toyota, GM, or Volkswagen.Musk has said the more affordable EV would be built on the companys next-generation vehicle platform. But rather than prioritize a vehicle that investors took to calling the Model 2, he spent Teslas resources on the expensive, polarizing Cybertruck. And after some initial excitement, the truck has turned into a flop. Musk predicted that Tesla would eventually sell 500,000 Cybertrucks a year. Last year, the company only sold an estimated 40,000. Americans arent souring on electric vehicles theyre just over Tesla. Musk has also actively gummed up the works for a cheaper Tesla vehicle. Last year, he reportedly canceled the companys plans to build a low-cost electric vehicle in favor of going all in on a robotaxi. But after some pushback, he claimed that a cheaper Tesla was back on the menu only now, the vehicles are expected to be built on the same platform as the Model 3 and Model Y. Now, investors are worried that this new vehicle will cannibalize Model 3 and Model Y sales rather than boost the companys profits overall. Meanwhile, Kia and Volkswagen have announced plans to actually produce affordable EVs. And China has cracked the code on budget-priced, highly affordable EVs. The BYD Seagull, for example, was the countrys bestselling vehicle last summer, with about 190 miles of range and a sticker price of around $10,000. Even with a 100 percent tariff, the Seagull would still sell for a price much cheaper than most US-made EVs.Robotaxi bluesOf course, Musk doesnt think Tesla even needs a $25,000 vehicle. The companys future is in AI specifically self-driving cars and humanoid robots. In October 2024, he undercut his companys own guidance to make affordable models by commenting, I think having a regular $25,000 model is pointless. It would be silly. It would be completely at odds with what we believe.Musk now believes that Tesla is on the verge of solving autonomy. Hes claimed that fully autonomous vehicles are right around the corner for almost a decade now. Optimus has the potential to be north of $10 trillion in revenue, he said during the most recent earnings call, referring to Teslas humanoid robots. I think having a regular $25,000 model is pointless.But while Musk bloviates about robots, Waymo and others are operating real driverless cars on the road. The Alphabet-owned company just launched its first partnership with Uber in Austin, Texas Teslas headquarters and the city where Musk has said he plans on launching his own robotaxi project this summer. Theres little evidence that Tesla is on the cusp of delivering what Waymo has already done. The promise that all Tesla vehicles built after 2016 have the hardware necessary for full self-driving turned out to be totally false. Musk said the company would replace the onboard computers for vehicle owners who bought the FSD package, a process he admitted would be painful. Tesla has already been targeted with a class action lawsuit claiming the company lied about the capabilities of its vehicles. The Elon of it allAnd then theres Elon. And DOGE. And the fascist salute. And the chainsaw. And everything else going on behind those dark sunglasses. Musks antics have turned the Tesla brand toxic. Disillusioned owners are selling their vehicles at big losses. Others are swapping in badges from other vehicle brands or using desperate-sounding stickers to signal their dissatisfaction with the billionaire CEO. And even more are protesting outside Tesla showrooms as part of a grassroots effort to oppose Musks takeover of the federal government, damage the companys stock price, and maybe even slash the worlds richest mans net worth. Separately, there have been a growing number of reports of arson and vandalism at the companys stores. Tesla charging stations have been set on fire. A showroom in Oregon was shot up. A woman was arrested in Colorado for throwing a Molotov cocktail at a Tesla location. Tesla vehicles have been defaced with swastikas and expletives. Four Cybertrucks were destroyed in a fire in Seattle. The rage is real. Keep in mind, Teslas sales were already dropping before all these incidents occurred. The growing dissatisfaction has led some analysts to predict even more dire numbers for the companys first quarter results this spring. Whats next?Its unclear what can turn the companys fortunes around. Some supporters have started to openly question whether Tesla can continue to survive with Musk at the helm. But shareholders arent likely to jettison the controversial CEO yet, especially after voting to approve his multibillion-dollar pay package last summer. The outcome was a huge vote of confidence in Musks leadership and a big validator of his behavior. But that was pre-DOGE, before the salute, and before the stock wipeout. Teslas board is clearly feeling the pinch. Chair Robyn Denholm and director James Murdoch (son of Rupert Murdoch) both sold millions of dollars worth of shares in the past month. A lot rests on Musks promises of a cheaper Tesla, a next-generation vehicle platform, and an actual working robotaxi service. President Trump can buy all the Teslas he wants, but if Teslas future is built on a bunch of falsehoods and fantasies, its unlikely the company can emerge from this fire unscathed.See More:

A Disco DecadeYakuza 0 just turned 10 years old, and thanks to a modder, you can celebrate that by playing the series' latest entry as PS2 Goro Majima "in all of his polygonal glory"Or just post 20 million Kiryu disco dancing GIFs, idk.Image credit: SEGA/MerkusBerkus News by Mark Warren Senior Staff Writer Published on March 12, 2025 Today - March 12, 2025 - marks the tenth anniversary of Yakuza 0's initial PS4 release in Japan. Ok, so it didn't drop worldwide until 2017, which is why you might be a bit confused right now, but still - a momentous day. Let the Kazuma Kiryu or Goro Majima disco dancing GIFs fly forth, like an army of suave gangsters who're late for a street brawl with some generic goons.Plus, if you fancy and are on PC, you can celebrate it by doing something like playing Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii as PS2 Majima.To see this content please enable targeting cookies. First, though, RGG itself has acknowledged the occasion via a Tweet, writing: "Today marks the 10th anniversary of Yakuza 0's launch in Japan. Share with us your favorite moments, memories, and impressions or call out a friend who should play."Naturally, in addition to a bunch of folks going 'Oh god, I'm old', the replies are home to plenty of what's arguably come to be Zero's defining legacy - the aforementioned fun GIFs of its two protagonists lighting it up on the dance floor because it's Friday night. Seriously, if you're not already familar with the meme, since about 2019 there's been a whole fan Twitter account, with the handle @YakuzaFriday, solely dedicated to posting these GIFs every Friday. To see this content please enable targeting cookies.I assume it'll be up to its usual antics this coming Friday too - so maybe have some cake or a bottle of sake ready to make it a bit more special this time around. If you're not a fan of that, you can badger a mate to play Zero for the first time, since it's arguably the ideal place to start a playthrough of the full series, if you want to do things chronologically in terms of the main series' timeline.Or, take a look at this 'PS2 Majima' mod by MerkusBerkus for the series' latest entry/spin-off Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii. It seemingly does exactly what it says on the tin, adding an outfit that's Majima's PS2 skin "in all of his polygonal glory". Assuming it works as advertised, I'd say it's a fitting way to celebrate this occasion, given that Zero was the main place to go if you wanted to play as Goro Majima prior to him getting his own full game, unless you really love Yakuza Kiwami 2's Majima saga or zombie spin-off Yakuza: Dead Souls.Plus, if you were there, it'll let you reminisce about the early days when being able to play as Majima was just a pipe dream, and we couldn't concieve that in 2025 he'd be running around as a pirate, occasionally collecting golden balls.Or just look at RGG's tweet and smile. To paraphrase Bon Jovi, someone who's about as 80s as Zero is, it's your life.

Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube798kMoon Studios, the developer behind the Ori series and the upcoming action RPG No Rest for the Wicked, has announced that it is now "fully independent" after purchasing the publishing rights to its next game from the recently sold Private Division.In a new YouTube update on No Rest for the Wicked's next patch, studio co-founders Thomas Mahler and Gennadiy Korol confessed that Take-Two's sale of Private Division was "unexpected news", but the team saw it as an "opportunity". Having negotiated with the former publisher, Moon Studios was able to buy NRFTW's publishing rights, granting the studio full independence.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube798kWatch on YouTube "Moon Studios is now fully independent," Mahler said in the recent video, "we believe this will give you even more confidence in our vision because we're free to build No Rest for the Wicked exactly how we want, without needing to ever go silent again".No Rest was launched on Steam early access last April, where it has since gone on to gather "Mostly Positive" reviews across various hotfixes and updates. While nothing is confirmed for Switch at the moment, Mahler mooted the idea of a Switch 2 release shortly after the console's announcement, asking if Moon Studios fans would be keen to see the team's next title on the upcoming hybrid uhhh, yeah!It remains to be seen exactly what full independence means for the Ori dev, though the promise of being able to build No Rest without compromise is an exciting prospect.As a reminder, Take-Two Interactive sold off Private Division to an "undisclosed buyer" (presumed to be Texas-based firm Haveli Investments) last year, claiming it was shifting its focus to its "core businesses for the long term". In a plot twist that nobody saw coming, the publisher's entire portfolio was reportedly later picked up by a new studio founded by former Annapurna Interactive staff.While this new team now own the distribution rights to the likes of Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game and Game Freak's 'Project Bloom', it seems that No Rest for the Wicked is off the table. Following last year's walk-outDeal includes "existing and unreleased titles"So, would you?Are you pleased to hear that Moon Studios has gone fully independent? Do you want to see No Rest for the Wicked on Switch 2? Let us know in the comments.[source youtube.com]Related GamesSee AlsoShare:00 Jim came to Nintendo Life in 2022 and, despite his insistence that The Minish Cap is the best Zelda game and his unwavering love for the Star Wars prequels (yes, really), he has continued to write news and features on the site ever since. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesCapcom Provides Update On Game Changes In 'Fighting Collection 2'Here's what you can expectVideo: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection 2.0 UpdateMGS2 and 3 have definitely "improved"Was That Pokmon Legends: Z-A Footage Running On Switch 2? Digital Foundry Weighs InPrepare for a pretty obvious answerAnalyst Fears U.S. Tariffs Could Spell Disaster For Physical Games"What a mess"Rumour: Xbox Expected To Join Switch 2 With A New Handheld This YearMicrosoft could be testing the waters...

Salesforce plans to invest $1 billion in Singapore over the next five years as it seeks to fuel the adoption of its AI agent development platform, Agentforce.Salesforce claimed that Agentforce can help alleviate Singapores ongoing labor issues and augment the countrys workforce and enterprises by creating digital workforces that combine humans with autonomous AI agents.The initiative follows a recent $500 million commitment in Saudi Arabia and another $500 million investment in Argentina by the cloud software giant to expand its AI and cloud services, including Agentforce. The company has been investing in Singapore for nearly two decades, and set up its first overseas AI Research hub in the country in 2019. Its customers in the country include Singapore Airlines, Grab, M1, FairPrice Group and Ocean Network Express.The CRM giant separately also said it has signed a deal with Singapore Airlines to integrate Agentforce; Salesforces AI layer, Einstein, in Service Cloud; and Data Cloud into the airlines customer case management system. The companies also plan to develop AI solutions for airlines at Salesforces AI Research hub.Salesforce has been doubling down on AI for a while now. The company is reportedly reducing its workforce by over 1,000 employees while hiring about 2,000 people to sell new AI products. Other U.S. tech giants have been investing heavily in Southeast Asia as well. Last May, Amazon Web Services said it would invest a fresh $9 billion over the next five years in Singapore to grow its cloud infrastructure and services. And Microsoft last year said it would invest $2.2 billion in Malaysia and $1.7 billion in Indonesia over the next four years.

A group of hackers with links to the North Korean regime uploaded Android spyware onto the Google Play app store and were able to trick some people into downloading it, according to cybersecurity firm Lookout.In a report published on Wednesday, and exclusively shared with TechCrunch ahead of time, Lookout details an espionage campaign involving several different samples of an Android spyware it calls KoSpy, which the company attributes with high confidence to the North Korean government.At least one of the spyware apps was at some point on Google Play and downloaded more than 10 times, according to a cached snapshot of the apps page on the official Android app store. Lookout included a screenshot of the page in its report.In the last few years, North Korean hackers have grabbed headlines especially for their daring crypto heists, like the recent theft of around $1.4 billion in Ethereum from crypto exchange Bybit, with the goal of furthering the countrys banned nuclear weapons program. In the case of this new spyware campaign, however, all signs point to this being a surveillance operation, based on the functionality of the spyware apps identified by Lookout.A screenshot of an archive version of a Google Play store page of an app that pretended to be a file manager, but was actually North Korean spyware, according to Lookout. (Image: Lookout)The goals of the North Korean spyware campaign are not known, but Christoph Hebeisen, Lookouts director of security intelligence research, told TechCrunch that with only a few downloads, the spyware app was likely targeting specific people.According to Lookout, KoSpy collects an extensive amount of sensitive information, including: SMS text messages, call logs, the devices location data, files and folders on the device, user-entered keystrokes, Wi-Fi network details, and a list of installed apps.KoSpy can also record audio, take pictures with the phones cameras, and capture screenshots of the screen in use.Lookout also found that KoSpy relied on Firestore, a cloud database built on Google Cloud infrastructure to retrieve initial configurations.Google spokesperson Ed Fernandez told TechCrunch that Lookout shared its report with the company, and all of the identified apps were removed from Play [and] Firebase projects deactivated, including the KoSpy sample that was on Google Play.Google Play automatically protects users from known versions of this malware on Android devices with Google Play Services, said Fernandez.Google did not comment on a series of specific questions about the report, including whether Google agreed with the attribution to the North Korean regime, and other details about Lookouts report.Contact UsDo you have more information about KoSpy, or other spyware? From a non-work device and network, you can contact Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai securely on Signal at +1 917 257 1382, or via Telegram and Keybase @lorenzofb, or email. You also can contact TechCrunch via SecureDrop.The report also said Lookout found some of the spyware apps on the third-party app store APKPure. An APKPure spokesperson said the company did not receive any email from Lookout.The person, or people, in control of the developers email address listed on the Google Play page hosting the spyware app did not respond to TechCrunchs request for comment.Lookouts Hebeisen, along with Alemdar Islamoglu, a senior staff security intelligence researcher, told TechCrunch that while Lookout doesnt have any information about who specifically may have been targeted hacked, effectively the company is confident that this was a highly targeted campaign, most likely going after people in South Korea, who speak English or Korean.Lookouts assessment is based on the names of the apps they found, some of which are in Korean, and that some of the apps have Korean language titles and the user interface supports both languages, according to the report.Lookout also found that the spyware apps use domain names and IP addresses that were previously identified as being present in malware and command and control infrastructure used by North Korean government hacking groups APT37 and APT43.The thing that is fascinating about the North Korean threat actors is that they are, it seems, somewhat frequently successful in getting apps into official app stores, said Hebeisen.

Researchers at Pusan National University (PNU) have developed a way to 3D print fat tissue that could speed up wound healing, offering potential relief for patients with chronic injuries and burns.Published in Advanced Functional Materials, this study looks at how engineered fat tissue can support skin regeneration by mimicking the natural properties of adipose cells. The first thing that comes to mind about fat is that its just something the body stores, but thats not all.Fat also releases signaling molecules that help repair tissue, making it an essential part of the bodys recovery process. But replicating fat tissue in a lab has been difficult because traditional methods often fail to keep fat cells functioning properly.One of the reasons is that preadipocytes, the cells that eventually turn into fat, tend to spread rather than form the lipid droplets they need to work effectively. To solve this, the team led by Assistant Professor Byoung Soo Kim created a specialized bioink that provides fat cells with the right environment to develop and function.The conditions for 3D bioprinting of adipose tissues involved the use of adipose-derived decellularized extracellular matrix and alginate as a hybrid ink. Image via PNU.Structuring bioprinted fat for stability and functionThis bioink is made from a mix of 1% adipose-derived extracellular matrix and 0.5% alginate, which helps prevent the cells from migrating too much while encouraging them to mature into fully formed fat cells.The researchers also found that to keep these engineered fat cells working properly, they need to be small, under 600 m in diameter, so they can get enough oxygen and nutrients. They also discovered that keeping the fat units within 1000 m of each other encourages better fat formation through paracrine signaling, where cells communicate by releasing signaling molecules.To test whether this worked outside the lab, the team combined their engineered fat tissue with dermal modules to create a functional skin substitute, which they then implanted into mice with skin wounds. The results were encouraging.Wounds treated with the bioprinted tissue healed more quickly, with better skin regeneration, improved tissue remodeling, and increased blood vessel growth. Lab tests also showed that the tissue influenced key proteins involved in skin cell migration, such as MMP2, COL1A1, KRT5, and ITGB1, which helped speed up the healing process.Lead author Jae-Seong Lee points out that traditional fat grafting procedures often struggle with low survival rates, meaning the transferred fat cells do not always last. Our hybrid bioinks enhance endocrine function and cell viability, potentially overcoming these limitations. making it a potential alternative to existing treatments.According to the team, chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers, pressure sores, and burns are notoriously difficult to treat, often resisting conventional therapies. This research presents a possible alternative by addressing the challenges of fat grafting and improving cell viability.Patients with diabetes, who are at high risk of foot ulcers and related complications, and burn victims requiring extensive skin grafts could particularly benefit from this approach.The role of bioprinting in skin regenerationThe development of bioprinted skin has been gaining momentum, with researchers exploring its potential for medical applications. These engineered skin models can be used for studying diseases, evaluating new treatments, and novel animal testing alternatives in research.T&R Biofab has deployed its 3D printing technology to create implants for a range of surgical procedures. Image via Biofab. For example, the NOVOPLASM consortium previously created cold plasma technology as a way to treat infections in burns and skin grafts. Similarly, scientists at the University of Birmingham and the University of Huddersfield have been developing SLAM 3D bioprinting as a potential method for treating chronic wounds.Beyond Earth, space researchers have also been investigating how 3D printed skin could be beneficial in microgravity. In 2022, astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) successfully created bioprinted bandages using their own cells, which could offer a way to treat injuries during long space missions.Back on the ground, a team at Cornell University designed a biomaterial that closely replicates the properties of natural human skin. This biohybrid composite, made by combining collagen with a zwitterionic hydrogel, offers improved flexibility, biocompatibility, and softness, making it a promising material for future regenerative treatments.What3D printing trendsshould you watch out for in 2025?How is thefuture of 3D printingshaping up?To stay up to date with the latest 3D printing news, dont forget to subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter or follow us on Twitter, or like our page on Facebook.While youre here, why not subscribe to our Youtube channel? Featuring discussion, debriefs, video shorts, and webinar replays.Featured image shows the conditions for 3D bioprinting of adipose tissues involved the use of adipose-derived decellularized extracellular matrix and alginate as a hybrid ink. Image via PNU.

Art Deco, LiterallyArchitecture Research Office carefully reconstructs Fifth Avenue Apartment to showcase a prized art collectionByPaige Davidson March 12, 2025East, Interiors (Frank Frances)SHAREOverlooking New Yorks Central Park, the newly renovated Fifth Avenue Apartment by local firm Architecture Research Office (ARO) belongs to a scientist and art historian whose primary goal was to create a home suitable for their prized art collection. Located within an original 1920 Rosario Candeladesigned building, the apartment unites the artwork with the buildings art deco details. When entering the 3,650-square-foot residence, ample natural light accompanies the eggshell walls and rich black walnut floors. This muted base serves to enhance the impressive collection of art that is strategically displayed throughout the residence using a hanging track within a continuous reveal where the wall meets the ceiling. The collection includes colorful pieces from Georgia OKeeffe, Marsden Hartley, and Stuart Davis, and objects by artists such as Josef Hoffman, John Storrs, and Max Weber, to name a few.Read more about the apartment on the aninteriormag.com.

Tech Robot uses lasers to make chemical-free farming a reality How this new farming tech is redefining weed control and sustainability Published March 12, 2025 6:00am EDT close Robot uses lasers to make chemical-free farming a reality Game-changing technology figures to revolutionize weed control. Imagine a future where farming is not only more efficient but also cleaner and greener.That's exactly what Carbon Robotics is promising with its latest innovation, the LaserWeeder G2. This game-changing technology figures to revolutionize weed control by ditching chemicals altogether.It's a solution that's both good for the planet and great for farmers looking to reduce their environmental footprint.GET EXPERT SECURITY ALERTS, MUST-KNOW TECH TIPS AND THE LATEST DIGITAL TRENDS STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.SIGN UP FOR KURTS THE CYBERGUY REPORT NOW LaserWeeder G2 (Carbon Robotics)A new era of precision farmingTheLaserWeeder G2 builds on the success of its predecessors to bring submillimeter weed control to a wider range of farms, crops and soil types. By harnessing the power of lasers, artificial intelligence and advanced robotics, the G2 offers an alternative to traditional herbicides and labor-intensive manual weeding. It is equipped with powerful 240-watt lasers that can destroy weeds with pinpoint accuracy. The G2 also features high-resolution cameras and enhanced optics for precise weed identification, utilizing Carbon AI that processes over 40 million labeled plants for accurate detection. Additionally, it includes target and predict cameras for weed identification.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)?The G2 operates effectively day or night, thanks to its LED lighting system, and its modular design supports widths from 6.6 to 60 feet, making it adaptable to various farm sizes and needs. Underneath its sleek exterior, the LaserWeeder G2 boasts a GPS/LTE antenna for precise positioning, a chiller system for temperature control, self-contained weeding modules, satellite internet connectivity for real-time updates and an electrical cabinet that houses advanced processing units. LaserWeeder G2 (Carbon Robotics)The science of laser weedingThe LaserWeeder G2 doesn't just remove weeds; it obliterates them. Using optimal thermal energy, the laser explodes cell walls at the meristem, effectively killing the weed from the inside out. This method is not only effective but also prevents regrowth. The company claims an impressive 80% reduction in yearly weed control costs and a 99% kill rate on all types of weeds. Moreover, the LaserWeeder G2 offers models tailored for over 100 specialty crops.The LaserWeeder G2 is versatile, capable of working with a wide range of crops, including leafy greens, onions, carrots and brassicas. This adaptability makes it a valuable asset for farmers who cultivate diverse crops. LaserWeeder G2 (Carbon Robotics)Beyond weeding: LaserThinningThe G2 isn't just a one-trick pony. Its LaserThinning feature allows it to eliminate 99% of unwanted plants, operate continuously day and night and simultaneously thin and weed crops. This capability makes it a versatile tool for farmers looking to optimize their crop management.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE LaserWeeder G2 (Carbon Robotics)Real-world impactFarmers are already seeing the benefits of laser weeding technology. Tanimura & Antle, a leading fresh produce company, has integrated the LaserWeeder into their operations. Scott Rossi, VP of northern farming operations, praises the technology for its efficiency and contribution to sustainable farming practices. LaserWeeder G2 (Carbon Robotics)Safety firstWhile the LaserWeeder G2 is a powerful tool, it's important to note that it's classified as a class 4 laser product. Users must exercise caution to avoid eye or skin exposure to direct or scattered radiation. LaserWeeder G2 (Carbon Robotics)Kurt's key takeawaysBy offering a chemical-free, labor-reducing solution to weed control, the LaserWeeder G2 has the potential to transform farming practices worldwide. As we move towards more sustainable and efficient agricultural methods, innovations like the LaserWeeder G2 pave the way for a greener, more productive future in farming. With its impressive accuracy, adaptability and potential for cost savings, the LaserWeeder G2 could indeed be the future of farming. As more farmers adopt this technology and real-world data continues to accumulate, we may see a significant shift in how we approach weed control and crop management.Given the LaserWeeder G2's potential to drastically reduce pesticide use and improve crop quality, do you think there should be a major push or incentive program to encourage all farmers to adopt this laser technology? Why or why not? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPFor more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/Newsletter.Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories you'd like us to cover.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.

Cognixion CEO Andreas ForslundCognixionRabbi Yitzi Hurwitz has spent a decade communicating with just his eyes. Diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), aka Lou Gehrigs disease in 2013, the rapid loss of muscle control meant that he can only speak by tediously spelling out words with an eye chart. Its as frustrating and demoralizing as you might imagine.One of the 30,000 Americans currently living with ALS (about 5,000 new cases are diagnosed each year), Hurwitz has had few options for relief, though new ones are slowly emerging. Among them is one developed by Andreas Forslund, CEO of Cognixion. Its a brain-computer interface (BCI) that can help paralyzed patients interact with computers and communicate. And unlike similar technologies from Elon Musks Neuralink, it doesnt require the surgical implantation in the skull. The company announced today that it has launched its first clinical trial, which will study the technology with 10 ALS patients. Rabbi Hurwitz, is one, and hes already training on the device three days a week.Hurwitzs caregiver told Forbes theyre already seeing progress., It looks very promising, they said. The first time he opened up the keyboard, he actually managed to say something on his own and that was surprising. I haven't actually seen him been able to do that by himself for a while.Rabbi Hurwitz using the Axon-RCognixionCognixion has raised $25 million from venture firms like Prime Movers Lab and Amazon Alexa Fund to develop its BCI device, called Axon-R. Its a helmet that can both read brain waves using an EEG and track eye movements, letting users interact with an augmented reality display. This enables a variety of interactions, including using the device to type words that are spoken aloud via a computer speaker. The company uses generative AI models that train on the patients own speech patterns, so over time it customizes itself to them, which should make communication faster. A developer API allows others to program applications for the hardware and Forslund told Forbes that there are about a dozen teams in process right now.The clinical study will evaluate patients ability to use the Axon-R and measure their progress over time, as well as evaluate how its BCI can be optimized for patients. Its being partially funded with the support of ALS Accel, a new subsidiary of the non-profit ALS Association which supports the development of new treatments for ALS patients.InnovationRx is your weekly digest of healthcare news. To get it in your inbox every Wednesday, subscribe here.Over the next few years, brain-computer interfaces are likely to grow to a $80 billion addressable market by 2035, Morgan Stanley estimated in a report last October. The investment bank noted opportunities to treat a variety of conditions beyond ALS, including cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy and more. And thats for just implanted devices.Although implanted devices do offer some advantages, Forslund sees a bigger opportunity for his companys non-invasive technology due to both the attractiveness of not needing surgery and the versatility of the platform for app developers. Cognixion aims to have over 3 million users of its technology by 2035.When the initial 10-person study concludes in the fall, Cognixion plans to run a second trial with up to 50 ALS patients. Equally good results there could make it easier for FDA, which has already granted Axon a breakthrough device designation (which accelerates the regulatory process) to clear the Axon-R for use with ALS patients. That makes him confident his company will commercialize quickly.While folks like Neuralink are struggling to get into their first patients, were going to have 10 users this summer who are all going to be hopefully having conversations when theyve been silent for a long time, he said.MORE AT FORBES

AI has taken public safety to the next level by bringing smarter, more responsive surveillance systems to crowded environments.