The IEEE TryEngineering OnCampus program, aimed at engaging students early in engineering disciplines, expanded from two to seven universities worldwide last year. Supported by IEEE Educational Activities and the IEEE Innovation Committee, the initiative offers hands-on workshops for students aged 10–18 in cutting-edge fields like artificial intelligence, robotics, quantum computing, and IoT. The projects are hosted at leading universities across Europe, Asia, and Africa, where students not only learn theory but also tackle real-world challenges under expert guidance.

Huawei Unveils Tau Law: A New Approach to 1.4nm Chip Scaling

Hardware

May 25, 2026

Huawei Unveils Tau Law: A New Approach to 1.4nm Chip Scaling

At the ISCAS 2026 conference in Shanghai, Huawei’s board director He Tingbo unveiled Tau Law, a groundbreaking semiconductor scaling concept. The new approach leverages logic folding and temporal optimization to bypass Dennard scaling constraints, enabling transistor density equivalent to a 1.4nm process by 2031. This breakthrough could redefine high-performance computing and energy-efficient solutions across industries, offering unprecedented scalability for AI, cloud computing, and mobile devices.

U.S. Quantum Investments May Violate Antitrust Laws

Business

May 25, 2026

U.S. Quantum Investments May Violate Antitrust Laws

The U.S. government has allocated billions to quantum technologies, including the nation’s first quantum foundry. Legal and business experts warn these initiatives may violate antitrust laws by creating unequal conditions for private players, undermining fair competition. While proponents argue the move is critical for national security and economic growth, critics highlight risks of monopolization by state-backed entities or contracted firms. The debate remains unresolved, demanding rigorous legal scrutiny as private quantum firms may pursue litigation. Without such support, however, U.S. risk falling behind rivals like China and the EU in quantum advancements.

How an eSports Startup Raised $20M by Outmaneuvering the AI Trend

Business

May 25, 2026

How an eSports Startup Raised $20M by Outmaneuvering the AI Trend

Lucra Sports, a startup offering interactive gaming tournaments as a business loyalty tool, successfully raised $20 million in a Series B round despite the dominance of AI in venture capital. Founder Dylan Robbins revealed two key tactics that helped overcome investor skepticism and secure backing from ARK Invest, a fund that had previously lost money on a similar project. The strategies included leveraging personal connections and adapting the pitch to align with market trends, positioning the startup as a smart diversification play.

Startup Battlefield 200: Last Chance to Apply Before May 27

Business

May 25, 2026

Startup Battlefield 200: Last Chance to Apply Before May 27

The deadline to apply for Startup Battlefield 200 is approaching fast. This prestigious program offers early-stage startups a unique opportunity to showcase their innovations on a global stage, attract venture capital, and secure $100,000 in funding without giving up equity. Organized by TechCrunch, the competition targets pre-Series A companies ready to pitch their potential to an audience of 10,000 attendees, top investors, and media outlets. Past winners include Dropbox, Cloudflare, and Discord, proving that even minimal prototypes can disrupt industries. With 200 selected startups and 20 finalists, participants gain three days of exhibition space, free team passes, pitch training, and masterclasses from leading VCs. The program has a track record of over 1,700 participants raising $32 billion in total funding and achieving 250+ exits, including acquisitions by Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.

FTC Fines Cox Media $930K for False Smartphone Surveillance Claims

Security

May 25, 2026

FTC Fines Cox Media $930K for False Smartphone Surveillance Claims

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has levied a $930,000 fine against Cox Media Group and two marketing firms—MindSift and 1010 Digital Works—for misleading customers about their ability to monitor conversations via smartphone microphones for targeted advertising. The investigation revealed that the Voice Data system, heavily promoted in 2023 with Black Mirror-like comparisons, lacked the technical capability to perform such surveillance. Instead, marketers resold third-party data, including email lists, at inflated prices. The FTC confirmed the system never used voice data or provided accurate geotargeting as promised, while also violating consent laws by falsely claiming user approval for data collection.

Japanese University Adopts Google AI Pro for 10,000 Staff

Artificial intelligence

May 25, 2026

Japanese University Adopts Google AI Pro for 10,000 Staff

A leading Japanese university is integrating Google AI Pro for Education to streamline workflows. The platform will be available to 10,000 faculty and administrative staff, accelerating routine tasks. Supported by Google Cloud Japan, the project aims to boost operational efficiency in education. Similar AI solutions in top U.S. and European universities have reduced administrative time by up to 40%.

GigaAI Unveils 'Dual Pyramid' Physical AGI Architecture for Robotics Breakthrough

Artificial intelligence

May 25, 2026

GigaAI Unveils 'Dual Pyramid' Physical AGI Architecture for Robotics Breakthrough

At a recent event in Wuhan, GigaAI unveiled its groundbreaking 'Dual Pyramid' architecture, engineered to address critical challenges in embedded artificial intelligence. Positioned as the world's first physical AGI architecture, the system aims to eliminate data and algorithmic bottlenecks that have historically constrained robotics and autonomous system development. This innovation represents a pivotal step toward scalable, intelligent devices capable of real-world interaction and adaptation.

100x Zoom Showdown: Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro vs. Razr Fold

Hardware

May 25, 2026

100x Zoom Showdown: Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro vs. Razr Fold

Flagship smartphones with 100x zoom capabilities are becoming the new standard, but how effectively do they perform in real-world scenarios? ZDNet's expert tested three top-tier models—Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Google Pixel 10 Pro, and Motorola Razr Fold—to evaluate their ultra-long zoom image processing. The results were surprising: market leader Samsung lagged behind competitors, while the foldable Razr Fold delivered impressive performance despite form-factor compromises. Night photography of the Moon and distant objects in theme parks revealed stark differences in clarity, artifact reduction, and post-processing techniques. Google's Pixel 10 Pro stood out with its 'spark' animation signaling image enhancement, while Motorola's Razr Fold quietly optimized shots without user intervention. Samsung's reliance on raw hardware without AI-driven post-processing proved a critical weakness in this category.

Amazon Bee: AI-Powered Smart Bracelet for Recording and Analyzing Conversations

Hardware

May 25, 2026

Amazon Bee: AI-Powered Smart Bracelet for Recording and Analyzing Conversations

Amazon Bee is an AI-powered wearable device capable of recording, transcribing, and analyzing conversations in real time. Acquired by Amazon, this startup offers a productivity tool particularly useful in business settings. However, its accuracy and privacy implications have sparked mixed reactions among users.

npm Attacks: How Hackers Bypass Package Authenticity Checks

Security

May 25, 2026

npm Attacks: How Hackers Bypass Package Authenticity Checks

In May 2024, threat actors executed a large-scale attack on the npm registry, publishing over 600 malicious package versions with legitimate Sigstore certificates. The attack succeeded due to compromised developer accounts and vulnerabilities in authentication systems. Experts warn that such incidents expose fundamental trust issues in development tooling, including IDEs and CI/CD pipelines. The campaign targeted popular extensions like Nx Console for VS Code, automatically updating malicious code to thousands of users within minutes. Security researchers identified seven critical attack vectors, including package origin spoofing, credential theft, and AI-powered code execution risks.

Physical AI: The Future Lies in Smart Interfaces, Not Robots

Artificial intelligence

May 25, 2026

Physical AI: The Future Lies in Smart Interfaces, Not Robots

The evolution of physical AI has long focused on enhancing robots, yet a critical challenge remained overlooked: how to make human-machine interaction natural and intuitive. Wetour Robotics addresses this with Spatial Intent Fusion, a technology that combines body positioning, visual context, and gestures to instantly recognize user intent. This enables hands-free device control, ideal for industrial, warehouse, or urban environments where traditional interfaces fall short.