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Japan is using piezoelectric floor tiles in busy areas like Shibuya and Tokyo Stations to convert footsteps into clean electricity.

This #Autonomous #Robot Could End Deadly High-Rise Cleaning Jobs by @lukas_m_ziegler #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology

Amazon & USPS Are Breaking Up After the Post Office Walked Away From Negotiations cordcuttersnews.com/amazon-usps-ar…

Dyson Launched Its First-Ever Robot Mop and Vacuum. I Saw It in Action cnet.co/47PHz9Z

The Trump administration is committed to WINNING the AI race for the American people. President Trump has unveiled a commonsense national policy framework in order to achieve this goal while keeping Americans safe. 🇺🇸

In a landmark medical technology milestone, a fully autonomous AI-powered robotic dentist — built by US company Perceptive — completed a full crown preparation on a human patient in just 15 minutes. The same procedure typically takes a human dentist 2–2.5 hours. The robot used real-time 3D scanning, AI decision-making, and a precision robotic arm to perform the entire procedure without any human guidance or intervention mid-surgery. This isn't a concept or prototype — it's already been performed on real patients and a peer-reviewed study was published in the Journal of Dentistry in January 2026. Experts say this is the beginning of a transformation: robotic dentists could eliminate human error, work at any hour, and eventually bring high-quality dental care to remote and underserved communities where trained dentists are unavailable. The dental office of 2035 may look very different from today's.

See which jobs are most threatened by AI and who may be able to adapt - The Washington Post apple.news/AiObXMZA_TUCpy…

Daniel Holcomb breaks down how #ADT’s acquisition of #OriginAIenhances its tech stack, unlocks new smart home use cases, and raises the stakes for competitors. Learn more: tinyurl.com/yzpx39nz #SmartHome #AI #IoT #Security

Apple CEO Tim Cook has urged people to use smartphones less. "I don’t want people looking at the smartphone more than they’re looking in someone’s eyes, as if they’re scrolling endlessly. This is not how you want to spend your day. Go out and spend it in nature."

US agency asks companies to secure Microsoft tool after Stryker cyberattack reut.rs/47Wz9O3 reut.rs/47Wz9O3

Uber taps Rivian to build robotaxis in deal worth up to $1.25B techcrunch.com/2026/03/19/ube…

Federal cyber experts called Microsoft's cloud a "pile of shit," approved it anyway arstechnica.com/information-te…

Heavy social media use contributes to a stark decline in well-being among young people, according to the World Happiness Report 2026. nbcnews.com/world/europe/w…

Relax after a long day with a custom #SmartThings routine in the app. Set the @madebygoogle Nest Thermostat to your perfect temp, shift @tweethue bulbs to a warm amber glow, and have the @ring Cam alert you only if someone's at the door. Shop now: samsung.com/us/smartthings…

Introducing Matter Madness 2026 🏀🏠 8 Matter-based smart home automations go head-to-head — tournament style. You vote. One automation becomes the ultimate MVP of your home. Poll is live. Pick your winner 👇 #MatterMadness #Aqara #SmartHome #HomeAutomation

Nothing CEO Carl Pei says smartphone apps will disappear as AI agents take their place techcrunch.com/2026/03/18/not…

“It takes a lot of hard work to make something simple.” — Steve Jobs

Eating a diet rich in leafy greens, berries, and fish may help keep the brain younger for longer, with this eating pattern linked to slower shrinkage in key brain areas tied to memory and thinking, according to a new study published in BMJ Neurology. abcnews.link/5Rtm55g

“#Matter does have real benefits for cameras. When @Apple does add Matter camera support, we would likely gain support for higher-resolution video (above 1080p), zoom options, and pan-tilt controls.” @Andrew_OSU, @AppleInsider hubs.la/Q047gkTS0 #csaiot #buildwithmatter

“One of the promised benefits of #Matter-supported cameras is the ability to manage all your cameras through your main #smarthome platform, without being limited by brand.” @jp2e, @TheVerge hubs.ly/Q047cYtN0 #csaiot #buildwithmatter