Artificial intelligence could pose an ‘existential threat’
With investment in artificial intelligence 10 times higher than it was five years ago, the technology needs greater regulation as it risks spiralling out of human control
With investment in artificial intelligence 10 times higher than it was five years ago, the technology needs greater regulation as it risks spiralling out of human control
Silicon Valley bioengineering firm Zymergen has secured substantial new funding for its genetically enhanced microbes, with Japan’s Softbank leading the round
The first wave of robot workers is just around the corner, but whether they can replace human employees is a question that is yet to be answered
Agriculture makes the world go round – but at its current rate of expansion, it is becoming increasingly inefficient, costly and harmful to the environment. Is technology the answer?
From AIs replacing human surgeons to tiny robots that can be injected into the patient, robots are set to revolutionise healthcare
Just as digital innovations have proliferated, so too have those trying to make sense of them all. Tom Bailey introduces us to four writers anyone who wishes to understand technology should be reading
For the driverless car revolution to be a success, it requires us all to give up our right to drive
Great minds have warned that artificial intelligence, once it surpasses human intelligence, could destroy its creator. Only if we let it, says Aaran Fronda
Smart home technology could transform the way we live. But in our efforts to improve home security, we could be sacrificing our personal security
Researchers claim to have reached a breakthrough in creating the world’s first ‘telepathic’ message. Laura French ponders the development of brain-to-brain communication
From telepathic systems to a 3D printed car, smartwatches to screenless displays, 2014 has been a big year for emerging technologies. Laura French takes a look at some of the biggest advancements.
The Star Wars franchise has revolutionised the special effects industry twice already, and, as a third trilogy of films prepares to hit the screens, it is likely to change things yet again. Rita Lobo looks at the modern visual effects industry, and how it is in a constant state of flux