Neuralink’s Groundbreaking Achievement – Successfully Implanting a Chip in a Human Brain
The field of neurotechnology has reached a significant milestone as Neuralink, the brainchild of Elon Musk, successfully implanted its first-ever device into a human. This breakthrough achievement marks a major step forward for the company and the field as a whole. Regulatory approval is a crucial aspect of any medical development, and Neuralink has obtained clearance from the US FDA [...]
Figure AI in Talks with Microsoft and OpenAI for $500 Million Funding Round to Develop Humanoid Robots
Figure AI, a US-based startup, is currently in discussions with Microsoft and OpenAI to secure a significant funding round of $500 million. The lead investors in this potential funding round are Microsoft and OpenAI, with Microsoft expected to invest approximately $95 million, while OpenAI will contribute $5 million. If the deal is successfully closed, Figure AI's valuation is expected to [...]
Halting Progress – Impact on Future U.S. LNG Exports
In 2023, the United States made history by becoming the world's largest exporter of liquified natural gas (LNG), with projections indicating that it could potentially double its exports by the close of this decade. However, this rapid expansion has recently been put on a temporary pause by the Biden administration. The decision to halt the approval of pending LNG export [...]