The Battery Metal Shaping Our Future Lithium isn’t just another mineral—it has become the lifeblood of the global clean energy transition. Known as “white gold,” this lightweight and highly reactive element powers everything from Tesla’s electric cars to grid-scale storage…...
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In 2023, call center provider Cogito rolled out an Emotion AI platform to several Fortune 500 companies. The system monitored live customer conversations, detecting vocal stress, hesitation, and frustration in real time. Instead of replacing human agents, it acted as…...
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Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is a clear and present danger to businesses worldwide. Flooding, extreme heat, drought, and severe storms are growing in both frequency and intensity, creating direct risks to infrastructure, operations, and financial…...
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Introduction: The Escalating Cyber Arms Race As we move deeper into 2025, cyber threats have reached unprecedented levels of sophistication and global impact. The cost of cybercrime is projected to exceed $10.5 trillion annually, driven by AI-powered attacks, vulnerabilities exposed…...
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Low-carbon propulsion refers to the use of advanced transportation technologies designed to significantly cut carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions and reduce the overall greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint of mobility systems. It encompasses a diverse range of solutions, including electric propulsion systems,…...
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Introduction Global supply chains—moving goods, data, and services—are now as critical to defense readiness as battlefield strategy. But their deep interconnections have made them prime targets for cyber adversaries. Past incidents like SolarWinds showed how a single weak link can…...
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The global photonic sensors market is entering a pivotal phase of expansion and innovation. Estimated at USD 33.01 billion in 2025, the market is expected to grow to USD 56.38 billion by 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)…...
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The Pivot That Shook Defense Tech In February 2025, a major turning point in defense technology was announced: Microsoft would transfer leadership of the U.S. Army’s $21.9 billion Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) program to Anduril Industries, pending Pentagon approval.…...
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Introduction In modern warfare, the uniform is far more than just a symbol of allegiance—it is a critical layer of defense. For soldiers operating in extreme environments, from arid deserts to chemical-threat zones, the fabric they wear and the materials…...
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Introduction: Securing the Backbone of Global Mobility The transportation industry is the backbone of global commerce and connectivity. From aviation and railways to maritime shipping and trucking logistics, this vast network ensures the seamless movement of people, goods, and critical…...
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