What if we could use technology to identify wildfires, then extinguish them before they spread? That’s what Crossfire, a research team, is trying to accomplish with drones. #Science #IEEEspectrum
In order to discover new theories of physics outside the standard model, physicists are beginning to use AI to point out anomalies. #Science #IEEEspectrum
This giant bubble of carbon dioxide can store 20 MW of energy. Energy resources can fluctuate, so these new batteries will power the shift to clean energy across the globe. #science #IEEEspectrum
Beat the traffic by taking an air taxi this year. Joby Aviation will likely begin its air taxi service in Dubai in 2026, shuttling you quickly across the busy city. #IEEEspectrum #Science

IEEE Spectrum writer Dina Genkina compiles this list of top computing stories from 2025. The list includes subjects ranging from the year's top programming languages, to data centers on the Moon.

"The Top 8 Computing Stories of 2025"

https://spectrum.ieee.org/top-computing-stories-2025

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Vint Cerf says there are 7 phases of the Internet, and we’re right in the middle right now. What’s coming next? #IEEEspectrum #Science

Are These Devices the Key to AR Glasses?

Glenn Zorpette tried on a new kind of audio driver to see how companies could make lightweight AR glasses that have clear audio. #IEEEspectrum #Science

Tiny Robots Have Feelings Too

Meet OSCER, a robot designed to test human-robot empathy. Are you charmed by its tiny face?

 

ICRA is the flagship conference of the IEEE RAS. #science #IEEEspectrum

New Technology from Japan

Spectrum Editor Gwendolyn Rak wanted to learn about new technology at Japan’s biggest tech expo, so she tried out Timekettle’s translating earbuds.

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Building Commodore 64 Cartridges with IEEE Spectrum’s DIY Guide - The Oasis BBS

IEEE Spectrum’s Commodore 64 Cartridge Build brings 8-bit creativity to life with a DIY project that powers a museum exhibit.

The Oasis BBS