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An underwater kite built to harness tidal energy

Scientists are working on a prototype underwater kite to capture energy from tides in a sea inlet in Northern Ireland.

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Takeaway: deep green

Funny device, isn´t it?

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Preparing for the domestic rise of the robots

Automation is everywhere at annual robotics fest Innorobo in Paris.

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The robotics helping stroke patients regain balance

Re-learning how to walk normally is an essential part of rehabilitation, especially for patients who have suffered a stroke.

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Takeaway: the right balance

Re-learning to walk and gain balance are crucial for people who suffered a stroke.

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3D in the air

At Scladina cave in Belgium researchers are experimenting with ways to better study, protect and promote the archaeological site.

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Takeaway: 3D in the air

No GPS, reduced space, plenty of obstacles, artificial lights… What´s this drone doing at this prehistoric cave?

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Google to pay 306 million euros additional tax to Italy

Google's parent company - Alphabet - is to pay 306 million euros to settle a tax dispute with Italy covered 13 years up to 2015.

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'Plastic bag' artificial womb could save premature babies

Scientists have developed a pouch that mimics the environment of the womb and the functions of the placenta.

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Uber aims for flying taxi service by 2023

Uber stated ambitions to test a flying taxi service by 2020 to go into operation by 2023 at their inaugural Elevate Summit in Dallas, Texas.

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Trash to treasure: how can we extract valuable resources from production waste?

Greek scientists have developed a technology that allows them to obtain rare earth elements (REEs) from waste ore in an economical and environmentally friendly…

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Euroviews. How to stop a technological take-over

Technological progress brings far-reaching benefits, but it also poses increasingly serious threats to humankind. With governments and citizens already struggling with the consequences of recent innovations – from job displacement to security risks – technology policy is likely to take center stage

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Takeaway: Treasure from waste

This red mud, the leftovers from aluminium production, is more than just waste.

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How a puzzle-based educational robot was born in Denmark

This episode of Business Planet comes from the Danish city of Odense, which is famous for its robots.

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Euroviews. Could military robots enforce safe havens in Syria?

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Samsung says S8 pre-orders show it is on track to recover from fire-prone S7

Samsung says pre-orders for its new flagship Galaxy S8 smartphone are better than those of the discontinued and dangerous S7.

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Euroviews. Look out Silicone Valley, Europe is coming

Europe is often viewed as a digital laggard, running far behind the US and Asia. But two new reports tell a very different story, showing how European startups are now taking the lead in artificial intelligence, creating new tech hubs, and attracting investment from traditional industrial stalwarts.

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Robots to the rescue in post-disaster recovery

European research project TRADR has allowed scientists and firefighters to use ground robots and drones to assist in post-disaster rehabilitation.

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Takeaway: Robot rescue helpers

This team of robots could be the first to be deployed to a disaster scene in Europe.

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Political world can learn from tech sector

Tech entrepreneur Stéphane Becker says French politicians could learn from his sector's working environment