Technology and international policy expert Dex Hunter-Torricke has announced the launch of Center for Tomorrow, a global nonprofit organization designed to develop strategies and solutions for societies facing the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence. The initiative is intended to combine research, public debate, and practical action focused on the future of technology and its global impact.
The UK government has announced plans to introduce legislative changes aimed at restricting children’s access to AI-powered chatbots and bringing them under formal regulation as part of broader efforts to protect young internet users. The initiative is part of a wider online safety strategy and comes amid growing international concern about AI’s impact on minors.
Startup Weave Robotics has begun taking orders for a home robot that folds laundry and uses artificial intelligence to recognize and arrange clothes. The device targets households looking to automate one of the most time-consuming domestic chores, but its price and operating model raise questions about real-world cost-effectiveness.
Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries has begun sales of the first commercial gas engine capable of operating on a fuel mix containing up to 30% hydrogen blended with natural gas. The new design is offered with a warranty and retrofit options for existing installations, which could accelerate industrial adoption of hydrogen as a transitional fuel across multiple energy sectors.