Bird-Legged Drone Takes Flight Without Runway, Expanding Fixed-Wing Capabilities
Researchers develop RAVEN, a fixed-wing drone with bird-inspired legs, enabling takeoff and landing in challenging environments without human intervention.
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Bluesky Emerges as Twitter's Heir Apparent, Surpassing 20 Million Users
Bluesky's rapid growth, surpassing 20 million users, positions it as a strong contender to become the next big social media platform, rivaling Twitter and Threads.
Boox Palma 2 Review: Incremental Upgrades, But Still a Great E-Reader
The Boox Palma 2 e-reader offers minor improvements over its predecessor, but its unique size and Android capabilities make it a great choice for reading and more.
Cameo Shifts Focus to Creators with CameoX, Expanding Reach Beyond A-List Celebrities
Cameo, a pandemic-era unicorn, pivots to creators with CameoX, opening its platform to lesser-known talents and expanding its revenue streams.
Cameroon to Host World Trade Organization's 14th Ministerial Conference in 2026
Cameroon has been confirmed as the host of the World Trade Organization's 14th Ministerial Conference in 2026, marking a significant milestone for African countries in global trade.
Cardless Raises $30 Million to Revolutionize Co-Branded Credit Cards with Embedded Finance
Cardless secures $30 million in funding to expand its innovative co-branded credit card platform, leveraging embedded finance to disrupt the $77 billion industry.
Central African Republic Tops List of African Countries with Worst Healthcare Systems
A recent report by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation reveals the top 10 African countries with the most health concerns, with Central African Republic ranking lowest in terms of healthcare system performance.
China Dominates Global Fireworks Export Market, Accounting for 90% of Total Exports
China leads the global fireworks export market, shipping over 360,000 metric tons of pyrotechnics worth $1 billion in 2023, with the US being the largest importer.
China Surges Ahead in Autonomous Vehicle Race as US Robotaxi Companies Stumble
Pony.ai plans to expand its robotaxi fleet to 1,000 vehicles in 2025, while US companies like Cruise and Argo AI face setbacks, highlighting China's growing dominance in the autonomous vehicle market.