Weekly Piece of Future #68
From Lab-Grown Brains to AI Hospitals and MRI-Compatible Surgical Robots
Hey there, fellow future-addicts!
Welcome to this week's edition of Rushing Robotics, where we bring you the most astonishing breakthroughs and cutting-edge developments in the world of artificial intelligence and technology. In this issue, we're diving into revolutionary advancements that are reshaping our understanding of computation, healthcare, and biotechnology.
🤯 Mind-Blowing
From the first 'organoid computer' powered by lab-grown miniature brains to China's debut of an AI hospital town with virtual patients treated by AI doctors, these stories highlight the rapid pace of innovation. We'll explore Australia's first cryonic suspension, a breakthrough that could redefine life extension, and a successful pig liver transplant into a human patient, offering new hope for liver cancer treatments.
🔊 Industry Insights & Updates
Our industry insights section covers Elon Musk's ambitious plans for the world's most powerful supercomputer, the launch of the world's first AR laptop, and advancements in quantum computing. Plus, OpenAI's initiative to make AI tools more accessible to nonprofits underscores the growing impact of AI across various sectors.
🧬 BioTech
In the biotech realm, we highlight China's groundbreaking cell therapy cure for diabetes and the introduction of an MRI-compatible surgical robot, poised to revolutionize brain surgery.
💡 Products/Tools of the Week
Don't miss our spotlight on innovative products and tools of the week, designed to enhance productivity and creativity. And for a visual treat, check out our featured videos showcasing the latest in robotics and AI.
🎥 Video Section
And in our video section, witness the future come to life with NAVER LABS' unique Starbucks experience, DeepRobotics' Off-Road Robot Dog, and Berthold Bäuml's exploration of Intelligent Dextrous Manipulation.
Join us as we venture into the uncharted territories of innovation and discovery. The future awaits, and it's more mind-blowing than ever before. Stay hungry, stay futurish!
🤯 Mind-Blowing
Sixteen lab-grown brains are powering the world's first 'organoid computer' in Switzerland. Final Spark, a Swiss technology company, has launched Neuroplatform, a revolutionary bioprocessing platform that employs human brain organoids, lab-grown miniature brains, for computational tasks instead of traditional silicon chips. According to Final Spark, these bioprocessors use a million times less power than digital processors.
China's first AI hospital town has debuted, showcasing the concept of virtual patients treated by AI doctors. This innovative town aims to train doctor agents in a simulated environment, allowing them to autonomously evolve and improve their treatment capabilities. These evolved doctor agents have achieved an impressive 93.06 percent accuracy rate on the MedQA dataset, focusing on major respiratory diseases. The AI hospital town holds immense significance for both medical professionals and the general public.
On May 12, an Australian man in his 80s was cryogenically frozen posthumously by Southern Cryonics and CryoPath technology, in hopes of future revival. This event marks the first successful cryonics suspension in Australia, potentially paving the way for life extension breakthroughs.
Chinese researchers have successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig liver into a human patient with severe liver cancer. The patient is now able to move freely, and his liver functions and other health indicators are normal, according to doctors. This marks a significant milestone in medical science and offers new hope for liver cancer patients.
Researchers have developed scalable methods to create battery- and solar-powered fibers, potentially allowing electrical energy to be harvested and stored in everyday clothing. These innovative fibers could power high-performance wearable electronics that maintain the breathability, stretchability, and washability of conventional textiles.
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🔊 Industry Insights & Updates
Elon Musk plans for xAI to construct the world's most powerful supercomputer utilizing Nvidia chips. He aims to have this supercomputer operational by fall 2025, referring to it as the "gigafactory of compute." This project is intended to surpass Meta's extensive chip cluster. Additionally, xAI has secured $6 billion in funding, with Musk personally investing $750 million.
The world’s first AR laptop, Spacetop G1, offers a 100-inch workspace through AR glasses, setting it apart from traditional laptops. Equipped with 16 GB memory, 128 GB storage, Wi-Fi 7, and 5G connectivity, it matches current high-end laptops in performance. Now available for bookings, the Spacetop G1 will ship in October for US$1,900.
US-returned Chinese physicist Duan Luming and his team at Tsinghua University have built the world’s most powerful ion-based quantum computing machine. They have achieved the stable trapping and cooling of a two-dimensional crystal with up to 512 ions, marking the largest quantum simulation or computation performed in a trapped-ion system to date.
OpenAI has launched a new initiative called OpenAI for Nonprofits to enhance the accessibility of its tools for nonprofit organizations. This program includes discounted rates for ChatGPT Team and Enterprise, making advanced AI more affordable for those dedicated to social good.
🧬 BioTech
China has achieved the world's first diabetes cure using cell therapy. A 59-year-old man with type 2 diabetes, who previously required multiple daily insulin injections, received an innovative cell transplant. Remarkably, he has been insulin-free for 33 months and does not require any other medication, offering hope to other diabetes sufferers.
The first MRI-compatible surgical robot has entered human clinical trials, combining robotic precision with real-time imaging for a revolutionary approach to deep brain stimulation. The startup behind this innovation aims to introduce a compact surgical robot that enables intelligent intraoperative planning and guidance through real-time soft tissue imaging.
Scientists have introduced a groundbreaking mechanism for lab-on-a-chip devices that enables contact-free control of fluidic droplets. By utilizing acoustic streaming vortices (ASVs) and electrical signals, the method effectively routes and gates droplets, significantly reducing cross-contamination. This innovation promises to advance fluidic processors to mimic the functionality of electronic systems.
💡Products/tools of the week
Forloop.ai is a comprehensive no-code platform designed for web scraping and data automation. It empowers teams to rapidly gather, prepare, and automate data processes without needing to write a single line of code. With Forloop.ai, you can streamline your data workflows and enhance productivity, enabling your team to focus on more strategic tasks.
Rehance is the AI copilot tailored for SaaS products. Your SaaS is unique—neither a micro-SaaS nor a basic CRM. It's a robust software designed for serious productivity. Rehance boosts your users' efficiency tenfold by automating all repetitive tasks.
Discover Jector, an AI solution for captivating product photos. Jector provides a refined AI environment for developing e-commerce images. Thanks to our node-based creation flows, you can quickly produce custom backgrounds and boost your AI proficiency. Ideal for enhancing your product photo appeal!
Outfit.fm is your virtual dressing room. This platform allows you to instantly reimagine your outfits and fashion choices with the help of AI. Browse through a variety of styles to find the perfect fit.
