Why this plastic spoon costs $200
It looks like a spoon a toddler would grasp and then happily fling. But this spoon will set you back $200 and there’s a very good reason why.
Inventions
‘All hype’: Tech trend infuriating Aussies
The world’s biggest tech showcase is here with fancy TVs and EVs galore – but consumers are increasingly annoyed by two words.
‘Sinister’ robot ‘replacing humans’ in China
A creepy “robocop” has been released in China, capable of chasing criminals on land or water – and striking with a range of weapons.
‘Google broke time itself’: Huge breakthrough
Google has a new quantum chip which can complete a task, in five minutes, that a normal computer would take ten septillion years to do.
Case reveals grim ‘new way of killing people’
The “ghost gun” used in the assassination of a CEO in New York has exposed an extreme movement that should terrify us all.
Police say suspected assassin used ghost gun
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old suspected of gunning down a CEO in New York, used a ghost gun he may have made with a 3D printer.
Musk reveals when robots will go on sale
Elon Musk predicts there will soon be more autonomous humanoid robots in operation than people on earth – and chances are, they’ll be doing your job.
Aussie behind ‘suicide capsule’ speaks out
An Australian activist behind a new “suicide capsule” has spoken out after its first-ever user was allegedly strangled.
How the dead are being ‘brought back to life’
Controversial new technology is now making it possible to bring the dead “back to life” – with some even attending their own funerals.
Aussie’s bid to dominate music industry
Australia’s only ASX-listed music company holds plenty of ambition, taking on every element of the lucrative industry in a bid to reach 1 billion fans.
This is what will happen when you die
Australia is running out of burial space at an alarming rate. This is what the future of dying will soon look like.
‘Kill it with fire’: Musk’s troubling invention
Elon Musk made a flurry of new announcements at a glitzy Tesla event, but one unexpected reveal “creeped” some onlookers out.
Sub passengers ‘fell under captain’s spell’
A sub pilot who led seven dives to the Titanic says the OceanGate tragedy was “unavoidable” after the renegade captain allegedly ignored warnings.
‘Rising threat’ Aussies not prepared for
The rise of AI is opening new pathways for hackers to exploit Aussies – and its rapid evolution is leaving a shortage of experts to stop it.
Amazon’s gamechanger for lazy Aussies
Jumping in your car to grab that everyday item you’re missing could become a thing of the past soon, under Amazon’s grand plans.
Chinese ‘chef’ robot is straight-up terrifying
As tension grows about the major potential for AI to spark mass job losses, a new humanoid robot has just been unveiled – and it can cook.
Massive medical change for 7.3m Aussies
A world-first medical drone is set to change millions of lives in Australia – here’s how it works.
Quantum Leap: PM’s multi-millions for tech
A Silicon Valley based start-up is set to benefit from hundreds of millions dollars in government-backed loans and capital.
Bridge collapse exposes ticking time bomb
Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge was destroyed by a cargo ship and the disaster has exposed a monstrous problem.
Big miner’s call on issue dividing investors
Australia’s biggest company has just made a big call on its ambitions and it could influence corporates everywhere.
Experts debate AI risk to our extinction
Australia’s chief scientist, a retired army major general and a renowned physicist have shared their opinions on the risks of artificial intelligence.
Aussie program US cops’ new secret weapon
From the legendary Los Angeles Police Department to a school district in Las Vegas, one Aussie tech company is soaring in the budding virtual reality market.
Inside world’s first underwater superyacht
Billionaires can now get their hands on a huge, $3bn submersible superyacht that can take them underwater in luxury for up to four weeks.
The ‘scary’ new tech alarming Aussies
In a few years’ time just about every appliance in the home could be full of it but many of us think it’s “intimidating” and even “scary”.
‘Sinister’ AI robot makes shock comeback
Forget Roomba, the next battleground for robots is being waged and with big firms telling us the devices, cute as they are, will “patrol” our homes.
Marles touts AUKUS AI as China threat looms
Australian, UK and US defence ministers are touting a brave new world of AI-backed surveillance technology just days after the Chinese navy injured Australian military personnel in the East China Sea.
Bill Gates’ bold 3-day work week prediction
Microsoft founder Bill Gates says he is looking forward to a future where technological advances mean humans only have to work a three-day week.
Aussies kids’ math fail threatens nation’s dreams
Young Australians are struggling to maintain math standards and one expert has warned it threatens the nation’s infrastructure dreams.
Aussies stumped by bizarre metal park hoop
Aussies have been left baffled by an odd feature that emerged in a Perth park. One even joked that they look like “Teletubby graves”.
Mining giant looks to AI to solve EV crisis
The world needs a lot more copper to transition to an electric vehicle age and one mining giant is using AI to help solve the supply crisis.
Genius Aussies plan to slash power bills
Energy prices are a big part of the cost-of-living crisis crushing Australians, but some Sydney university students and tech visionaries are working on a new fuel that would eliminate power bills.
General orders safety review after Osprey crash
Fallout from the tragic Osprey crash in the Northern Territory continues with the Acting Marine Corps Commandant ordering a full service-wide safety review for the Marine Corps.
The device Kim K couldn’t do without
A one-time essential product of the global business world was also a favourite of reality TV star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian.
‘Shouting’ e-scooters to hit the streets
E-scooters that will literally “shout” at riders breaking the law are coming to one Aussie city in a major tech revamp.
‘It’s smarter’: ‘AI Godfather’s’ chilling warning
An artificial intelligence pioneer is urging the world’s leaders to be wary about the damage powerful robotic systems could have on society.
Deepest recovery mission in history
Search crews working tirelessly to find the missing submersible bound for the Titanic wreck, could make history if they manage to pull off a rescue.
Chilling new warning of human ‘extinction’
Dozens of experts warn tackling AI should be a “global priority” alongside other major risks such as the threat of nuclear war.
Aussies given new power over scammers
Aussies can soon “dob in” dangerous and pesky scam texts by forwarding the dangerous messages to a new national text line.
Bizarre photo of Musk kiss baffles internet
A set of viral images confronted social media users with a weird scenario involving Elon Musk. The photos weren’t as they seemed.
‘Big problem with best product I’ve tested’
Elly Awesome tests tech for a living and she’s been left in shock by how much she loves this product. There’s just one, not inconsiderable downside.
Elon Musk reveals what will kill us all
Billionaire Elon Musk revealed what will end human civilisation on Earth and it’s not what most people may think.
AI robot speaks in creepy video
A creepy video has gone online showcasing “world’s most advanced humanoid” robot speaking. There’s a reason it’s making waves.
Cancer, heart disease breakthrough coming
A pharmaceutical firm behind a major Covid jab claims it can make vaccines for cancer and heart conditions by the end of the decade.
How 22yo made $100k in just six weeks
A simple idea sparked by bad end to a night out led saw one young Aussie rake in more than $100,000 in a matter of weeks.
‘What’s left?’: Elon Musk spooked by GPT-4
A new, more powerful version of Chat GPT has been developed that can ace exams — and the world’s richest man Elon Musk is concerned.
The jobs AI is about to take over forever
Job analysts say the “wolf is at the door” as companies prepare to replace everyday workers with artificial intelligence.
100k people divided by Elon Musk invention
In Las Vegas, 100,000 people queued up to try out Elon Musk’s latest futuristic invention. It left many of them scratching their heads.
Eerie 2023 predictions made 100 years ago
Newspapers in 1923 made a habit of making wild 100-year predictions – but some actually got close.
China creates Harry Potter ‘invisibility cloak’
A team of Chinese students have created an ‘invisibility cloak’ that conceals individuals from security cameras and even trick AI programs.
‘Implanting’: Elon’s wild claim about his kids
Elon Musk shocked attendees at a recent Q&A event when he made a stunning comment about implanting a chip into his kid’s brains.
‘Breathtaking’: Impressive new EV lands
Electric vehicles are evolving – and this new model from Polestar is the ultimate in style, design and performance while still being more sustainable.
Elon Musk’s stunning promise live on stream
Elon Musk pledged to put a computer chip in his skull as he announced that Neuralink is “ready for use in humans”.
Massive cash boost for one group
Funding available for start ups in one state will be boosted by up to eight times its current amount, with $40 million added to the pool.
Nation’s genius hack to eliminate bin day
One city has come up with a genius way of eliminating bin day, removing the need to drag your household bins out onto the street once a week for collection.
Incredible way couple unlock mansion door
A couple has gone viral for the innovative ‘biohack’ modifications they have made to their house – and themselves.
Musk’s ‘Teslabot’ reveal savagely mocked
The long-awaited reveal of Elon Musk’s “Optimus” humanoid robot has been ruthlessly mocked after a less-than-impressive performance.
Stunning claim about Musk’s eerie project
The world’s richest man has painted an eerily vivid picture of what households will look like in the near future – if you’re keen on welcoming a creepy new family member.
City testing $30,000 street bin
New rubbish bins that cost almost $30,000 for one prototype will be tested in a major US city as it tries to tackle a smelly problem.
Covid patch more effective than needles
Aussie researchers are claiming a breakthrough in the way Covid vaccines are delivered, with good news for needle-phobes.
‘Tidal wave’ posing threat to Australia
The CSIRO has released a troubling report 10 years in the making on the health, security and economic threats facing Australia.
Google engineer claims AI became ‘sentient’
A Google engineer has been stood down after advocating for the employee rights of a company artificial intelligence chatbot.
‘Mind-blowing’ feature of vacuum robot
Although it comes with an expensive price tag, tech reviewer Elly Awesome says this robot is worth every cent.
Awe as ‘mini star’ created in lab
It was over in a flash but scientists have created the equivalent of a star, ten times hotter than the sun, leading to hopes of limitless, pollution free energy.
Aussies to test for Covid at home
At-home testing for Covid-19 will be available from November 1, but it may not be available in some states.
What Apple’s electric car could look like
Apple is reportedly fast-tracking plans for its electric, self-driving car with hopes it can be on the road by 2025 – just four years away.
More toilet issues for Musk’s SpaceX crew
Malfunctioning toilets have been a recurring problem for Space X’s Crew Dragon capsules and it means astronauts coming back to Earth will need to wear nappies.
‘Huge step’: Massive change to buses
A new bus fleet will hit Sydney streets next month, but the vehicles will be very different from what Australians are used to.
Game-changer cancer treatment discovery
Aussie scientists have made a game-changing discovery about a potential way to treat cancer that could be a low-cost and non-toxic alternative to chemo.
Australia’s plan to stockpile vaccines
Australia is making ‘excellent progress’ on a game-changing approach to Covid-19 vaccines.
US to build $400 billion city from scratch
Plans have been unveiled for a $400 billion city for five million people that will be built from scratch and completed by 2030.
Car-theft deterrent creates new criminal
In 2001 an anti-theft security device was made mandatory in new cars that led to a decrease in vehicle theft, but it has created another problem.
New app gauges homes’ bushfire risk
Experts warn that even if your house itself is not highly flammable, it is likely structures or objects under or around it are.
Dragan Vasiljkovic arrives in Croatia
ALLEGED war criminal Dragan Vasiljkovic has arrived in Croatia after being deported from Australia — the first accused war criminal Australia has ever extradited.
China hits back with wild lab leak theory
As the US investigates whether covid leaked from a Wuhan lab, China claims that they need to look much closer to home.
Elon Musk’s rare ‘flop’ admission
The tech billionaire is never shy about spruiking his latest product but this time even though he “loves” it, others may be less impressed.
Invention could help one in four Aussies
A medical device deemed a “bandaid on steroids” could be the key to helping one in four Australians overcome one of the world’s most common phobias.
Bold plan to get rubbish trucks off road
A revolutionary network of hi-tech bins is just months from being ready for use, which could spell the end for noisy garbage trucks.
How a computer could improve your commute
A supercomputer could hold the key to solving Sydney’s painful transport problems, including overcrowding and scheduling.
Elon Musk’s brain chip works on monkey
Elon Musk’s brain chip has successfully seen a monkey play a video game using his mind.
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Three letters everyone’s talking about
Another obscure abbreviation is taking the world by storm as speculators race to cash in, but not everyone is crazy about the new idea.
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