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DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  HOW TO GET THE PERFECT BOTTLE OF WINE                                                       Source:  Stock Scientific studies can help in choosing from a wide array of expensive wine choices. This is wine news you can use.  Here are the scientific results: Buy white wine in dark bottles; it tastes better because the light doesn't get in and degrade the flavor White and rose wines in clear bottles may leave the wine tasting like a wet dog or boiled cabbage because of sunlight changing the wine's chemistry Corked wine tastes better than screw top Use a tulip glass to get the most out of the wine's aroma Aerate the wine; wine reacts with oxygen which helps the natural flavor develop This is a great example of science enhancing and enriching our lives - bottoms up! WILD, NEW BUICK WILDCAT CONCEPT                                                                                     Source:  Buick Buick ha

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOUR PET HAS TO SAY?                                                                      Source:  Brewster Kane & Stock Experts say through AI people and animals will be conversing within 1 to 3 years.  Here's what we know: Many scientific projects are underway decoding what dogs, cats, bats and whales are saying AI is being used as a solution to enable humans and their pets to more fully communicate Experts are using bioacoustics, which are tiny, portable digital recorders, to record the sounds, tics and behaviors of animals that are too quiet for humans to notice The recordings will be databased to train AI to decipher their inscrutable communications and translate them into something more comprehensible to us Another AI model aims to translate a dog's barks and facial expressions I'm worried my Weimaraner Brewster's first words may have something to do with my afternoo

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  NO NEED TO PARK YOUR CAR, JUST FOLD IT!                                                                                     Source:  City Transformer The world's 1st foldable car that can squeeze into tiny parking spots and drive very narrow roads will go on sale globally this summer for $17,400.  Here are some key facts: Invented by Israel-based City Transformer Measures 4.5' wide and can shrink to 3.2' Called CT-2 Shrinks in size by pulling in the wheelbase not the cabin Seats 2 All-electric Range of 74 to 111 miles on a charge Top speed - 55 mph Available for pre-order; priced at $17,400 75% weight reduction and 2-times more energy efficient than a 4-door standard car Battery is 70% lighter than other EVs Company claims each CT-2 cuts 1200 ton of emissions per year Composed of sustainable materials and is a highly innovative design Company calls it a "cleaner, smarter urban lifestyle"

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  BLACKFLY/HELIX PERSONAL eVTOL BEING RIGOROUSLY TESTED BY USAF FOR USE                                                  Source:  Pivotal The US Air Force is considering a one-person flying eVTOL as part of its fleet of military vehicles. It's BlackFly, now called Helix, and it is considered one of the most exciting personal flying machines. Here are some key facts: USAF has started an 8-month rigorous testing process for the BlackFly/Helix, a personal, electric flying machine USAF has purchased 8 BlackFlys for the testing program The maker of BlackFly is Pivotal, a leading electric, light aircraft manufacturer It became known to the public as Opener's BlackFly and it's a pioneer in personal eVTOLs 1 and 2-seat versions 1st deliveries to customers to start in June 2024 Price starts at $190,000 No pilot's license is needed The vehicle has tilt wing eVTOL architecture Vehicle is much less expensive

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane  CHINA CREATES TINY ROBOT THAT SHRINKS BRAIN TUMORS & REDUCES ANEURISM RISK                                                                                     Source:  Stock Chinese scientists have created a microfiber-bot that crawls into the brain and could save 750,000 lives a year.   Here's what we know: It could revolutionize brain surgery Length:  5mm Composition:  magnetized fiber Shape-changing worm Brain insertion: via catheter Untethered, magnetically-controlled, soft robot Movement:  via doctors using magnets The robot's flexible shape allows it to block problematical blood vessels It's capable of fixing an aneurism and starving tumors by cutting blood flow Aneurisms and tumors are some of the leading causes of death worldwide and require extensive and complicated treatment This Chinese microfiber-bot, created by a team of scientists from 3 Chinese universities, looks to be a major m

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane WILL BIG BROTHER BE WATCHING EACH OF US FROM SPACE?                                                                                     Source:  Albedo & Stock In 2025, a "Big Brother" satellite will be launched that's capable of zooming-in on anyone, anywhere.  It is breakthrough imaging technology so advanced that it can even view and track a license plate on the back of a car.  What are the opportunities and the risks of this new innovation?  Here are a few key facts:  This new satellite with high resolution close-up imaging was created by Denver-based startup Albedo Space Corp. Thermal infrared imaging is so advanced it can zoom in on a person's face  Big opportunities for use by US military to track the enemy and national security threats; USAF & Natl. Air & Space Intelligence Center have contracts with Albedo Other uses include tracking Climate Change, infrastructure, agricul

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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  D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane THE MICROSOFT CAR CONCEPT                                      Source:  Leasing Options & Stock A Microsoft Car!  It's a fascinating idea and AI has generated a compelling concept that could become a reality. AI, deployed by UK-based car leasing company Leasing Options, has created a very stylish and compelling Microsoft Car. It's an intriguing look at the possible future of a car by the tech giant. Here are some key facts: The EV is a stunning aerodynamic sedan Microsoft's logo colors light up the front and the Microsoft logo is on the roof The car has no mirrors; it uses cameras Microsoft has not said that it plans to build a car It's currently focused on the "Cloud" and enterprise solutions Microsoft does have a connected vehicle platform It offers Azure to power services for Cloud-based car engines The AI design is stunning but Microsoft has made no comment Meanwhile, Apple c

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

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D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF   By Journalists Edward  Kane & Marya nne Kane FIRST NEW TRIUMPH IN 40 YEARS?                                                            Source:  BMW & Triumph 1953 The last iconic Triumph sports car was made in 1984. That could change! 40 years later, Triumph brand owner BMW has come up with one of the most fascinating car concepts in recent memory - the Triumph TR 25.  Here are some key facts: The TR 25 concept is a celebration of Triumph's 100th anniversary London-based design house Makkina created the concept It's an EV Inspired by the TR 2 of the 1950's which is on display at the British Museum TR 25 is a single seater Very aerodynamic design Has the electric powertrain of the BMW i3 184 hp Single electric motor on the rear axle On the steering wheel, a centered dial has vehicle information A 2nd display has more information like range and remaining charge Some automotive experts are calling it the best concept car of the past year and