Takao Doi engineering model of LignoSat

World’s First Wooden Satellite Launched into Space, Paving the Way for Timber-Based Space Technology

The world’s first wooden satellite, LignoSat, was launched into space on November 5. Developed by a team of researchers from Japan’s Kyoto University and Sumitomo Forestry, LignoSat aims to demonstrate the potential of timber as a material for space missions...
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Arm Holdings Cancels Qualcomm’s Chip License, Escalating Legal Battle Over Smartphone Technology

In a move that could profoundly affect the smartphone and personal computing markets, Arm Holdings Plc has announced the cancellation of a key architectural license that allowed longtime partner Qualcomm Inc. to use its intellectual property for designing chips. This...
South Korea Technology

South Korea to Tighten Measures Against Overseas Leaks of Business Secrets Amid Rising Tech Competition

In response to escalating global competition for cutting-edge technologies, South Korea is ramping up efforts to safeguard its intellectual property and business secrets from overseas leaks. The country's finance minister, Choi Sang-mok, announced on Thursday that the government would introduce...
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2024 US elections: Quantum Computing Takes Presidential Stage: A Shift in Science and Technology Policy

The third U.S. presidential debate was when quantum computing, a highly specialized and nascent area of technology, was mentioned for the first time in such a forum. Vice President Kamala Harris brought up quantum technology in a heated exchange with...
Smartphone

Smartphone Season: What to Expect from the Latest Gadgets

It’s that time of year again – the annual frenzy of smartphone launches. Tech giants like Apple, Google, Samsung, and Huawei are pulling out all the stops to persuade consumers to upgrade to the latest handsets. With new features, stunning...
5G

Geopolitics of Technology: Global Race for 5G Dominance and Its Impact on International Relations

The advent of 5G technology has become a pivotal moment in the modern era, marking a significant shift not only in telecommunications but also in global power dynamics. This fifth-generation mobile network promises unprecedented speed, reliability, and connectivity, revolutionizing industries...
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Kazakhstan’s Flourishing US Partnership

Kazakhstan, located in Central Asia, has formed a strong partnership with the United States, contributing to regional stability and global cooperation in areas such as security, energy, trade, and education. This strategic alliance has evolved over the years, fostering collaboration...
Vladimir Putin

Putin orders officials to avoid foreign language, cars, technology

Moscow The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine is difficult to predict, despite peace appeals from major countries like India. Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed officials to avoid using foreign words, cars, and Western technology, including Apple devices. However,...