Eric Schmidt's AI Drones for Ukraine, SpaceX's Starship Milestone, Humane's Fire Alert, ALS Research Breakthrough, and D-Day Stories
Jun 7, 2024
Dive into the world of cutting-edge technology with military drones developed by Eric Schmidt to aid Ukraine. Celebrate SpaceX’s success with its Starship launch, pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Learn about an urgent fire risk associated with Humane’s AI wearable device. Discover a breakthrough in ALS research that could lead to new treatments. Finally, uncover lesser-known facts about D-Day, revealing the clever tactics used during the Allied invasion of Normandy.
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AI Drones for Ukraine
Eric Schmidt, ex-Google CEO, founded White Stork, a military drone startup.
The company develops AI-powered kamikaze drones for Ukraine's conflict with Russia.
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SpaceX Starship Milestone
SpaceX's Starship mega-rocket completed its fourth test flight successfully.
Despite some damage, the second stage landed, advancing lunar and Martian exploration goals.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Humane AI Pin Warning
Humane issued a warning about a potential fire risk with the AI Pin's charging case.
Users are advised to stop using the case, while the AI Pin itself is safe.
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In this episode of Discover Daily, we explore a range of captivating stories from the worlds of technology, science, and history. We begin with the secretive military drone startup, White Stork, founded by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. These AI-powered kamikaze drones are designed to support Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia. Next, we celebrate SpaceX's successful fourth test flight of its Starship mega-rocket, marking a significant milestone in the company's space exploration efforts.
Moving on, we discuss an urgent safety warning issued by Humane, the company behind the AI Pin wearable device. Due to a potential fire risk associated with certain battery cells in the device's charging case, users are advised to stop using and charging the case until further notice. We also highlight a groundbreaking discovery by researchers at Western University, who have identified a protein interaction that could lead to a potential treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Finally, we look into some lesser-known facts about D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944. From the original invasion date being postponed due to weather conditions to the use of dummy parachutists and inflatable tanks as part of a deception campaign, these fascinating details shed light on the challenges and ingenuity involved in this pivotal moment in history.
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