Technology fact-checks
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- 59 Japan has developed a method to recover up to 90% of lithium from used EV batteries, which could be a major breakthrough.
- 69 The European Parliament supports extending rules for scanning private messages for child abuse, excluding encrypted services like WhatsApp. Critics warn of privacy risks, while supporters emphasize the need for investigations.
- 86 The website reports on Mitch McConnell's absence from the Senate, Lindsey Graham's cause of death, Ukraine's prime minister stepping down, and Russia seeking tech from Japan for the Ukraine war.
- 92 The website reports on DGIST's development of BREW, a text watermarking technology with a 2% false positive rate, capable of detecting AI-generated text even after modifications. The research is accepted for presentation at ICML 2026.
- 71 Scientists created a Black Hole-like energy system in a lab, confirming a theory by Sir Roger Penrose, which could transform communication and quantum technology.
- 92 North Carolina will phase out registration stickers and paper cards, transitioning to an electronic system. The state budget includes funding for new DMV positions and mandates a ferry system audit. Ferry tolls will be implemented by 2027.
- 56 Edelson filed a lawsuit against DoNotPay Inc., claiming it practices law without a license. DoNotPay describes itself as 'the world’s first robot lawyer' using AI to help clients in court.
- 70 Lazareth has introduced a flying motorcycle with jet turbines in each wheel, priced at $560,876.
- 81 The website reports on various new AI tools and services in the accounting industry, including Puzzle's AI Suite, MyCPE One's CPE Wallet, Sam's List Concierge Launch, AuditFile E-Signatures, and Expensify's expanded Concierge AI capabilities.
- 93 The website reports that a company near Seattle is increasing its production of drone-tracking technology.
- 79 The video discusses the 2026 National Health Care Fraud takedown, highlighting it as the largest effort in history against health care fraud, involving $6.5 billion in false claims and numerous defendants across the United States.
- 71 The website discusses the controversy in Green River over the proposal to install automated license plate readers, highlighting privacy concerns, potential data misuse by Motorola, and the effectiveness of the technology.
- 67 A Qatari jet was gifted to President Donald Trump and debuted as Air Force One. It was quickly retrofitted for security, but experts question its adequacy.
- 80 The European Commission investigated Facebook and Instagram, finding that Meta failed to assess the risks of its addictive design.
- 71 Conexon was supposed to receive $6.2 million for fiber in Lake Providence, but funding was redirected to Elon Musk and Starlink. Starlink is considered expensive for low-income families and has congestion issues.
- 74 The text discusses the development of the first electronic computer, ENIAC, in the United States in 1945, its size and weight, and compares it to modern computers.
- 80 Deutsche Bahn will invest 50 million euros in a new notification system, including the Kiana AI assistant, to improve communication about train delays and cancellations. The DB Navigator app will update platform changes faster, and 7,000 new information boards will be installed. The Nuremberg-Regensburg line reopening is delayed until July 31.
- 92 There's a 15-story sports car vending machine in Singapore.
- 79 The website discusses Askari, a Georgia Tech startup developing counter-drone defense technology, highlighting its funding, collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense, and its operations within Georgia Tech's ecosystem.
- 79 The website discusses the UN's efforts to protect children from AI risks, including a new AI Child Safety Pledge and calls for global AI governance standards.
- 77 Most airplanes are painted white to reflect sunlight, keeping the plane cooler and reducing the need for air conditioning, which helps save fuel.
- 80 A Tesla Model 3 reportedly on Autopilot crashed into a Texas home, killing a 76-year-old woman.
- 83 Canada is a leading hydroelectric nation, generating a significant portion of its electricity from hydroelectric stations. The country is advancing in pumped-storage hydropower and river-current energy projects, with significant investments and proposals in Ontario and Alberta.
- 82 The website reports on a demonstration at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground showcasing the latest airdrop technology with participation from over 300 individuals from the U.S. and partner nations.
- 68 The Huajiang Canyon Bridge in China is the world's highest bridge at 625 meters and features a record-breaking artificial waterfall system that creates a 300-meter-wide cascade from excess mountain groundwater.
- 72 La computación cuántica avanza rápidamente, poniendo en riesgo la seguridad digital y las criptomonedas. Dos científicos desarrollaron una solución hace 40 años. China ha creado una red cuántica extensa. Google ha reducido la estimación de cubits necesarios para romper la criptografía.
- 62 The text discusses the time it takes hackers to brute force passwords of varying lengths in 2023.
- 76 The website reports the launch of Quibim's QP-Breast MRI tool in Europe and the UK, designed to detect breast cancer more efficiently. It highlights the prevalence of breast cancer, the regulatory compliance of the tool, and the operational requirements of MRI scanners.
- 69 The website discusses the impact of the GDPR on Europe's digital economy, highlighting declines in website pageviews, e-commerce revenues, and personalized marketing performance, with smaller firms being more affected.
- 74 The text claims you can record on a Windows computer without any software by pressing Win + ALT + R.
- 68 Candy.ai is described as an AI girlfriend app for creating virtual companions and offers immersive fantasy experiences in a private space.
- 80 The website discusses the integration of various missile defense systems in Guam by Lockheed Skunk Works, including the MRIC and Patriot systems, as part of the Guam Defense System to counter threats from advanced Chinese missiles.
- 50 The text states that over 500 hours of new video are added to YouTube every minute, totaling more than 80 years of video daily.
- 50 A railway communication failure in Germany disrupted train traffic, highlighting potential vulnerabilities for NATO logistics, as Germany is a main transport hub for the alliance. Experts express concerns about the reliability of the railway system for military use and the need for better infrastructure and preparedness.
- 50 German politicians are concerned about EU automotive regulations affecting jobs and call for technological openness beyond electric cars. They oppose mandatory electric vehicle shares in fleets, viewing it as undue interference.
- 50 Jacob Helberg argues that digital sovereignty should focus on innovation, not isolation, in an op-ed. The Burke Sovereignty Index scores the U.S. and China highly on technological sovereignty.
- 76 The website discusses how misinformation spreads faster than accurate information on social media, particularly on platforms like Twitter, due to algorithmic prioritization of engaging content.
- 42 Write.as allows anonymous publishing with a moderation process for free users. Pro users can skip moderation for $5 per month. A Classic Editor feature enables easy post creation without Markdown. A free 14-day Pro trial is available and various subscription terms are offered.
- 51 Japan has switched to mobile communication making phone booths unnecessary. Oskaki authorities converted them into aquariums.
- 42 In 1936, the Russians developed a computer that operated using water.
- 64 A Tesla crash in Houston resulted in a fatality, raising questions about the role of the car's Autopilot system. The incident is part of broader scrutiny of Tesla's driver-assistance technology by regulators.
- 67 Milestone's core technologies have achieved the My Green Lab ACT Environmental Impact Factor Ecolabel, recognizing their environmental performance. The certification applies to several key systems, and Milestone is the first in the sample preparation sector to earn this ecolabel across multiple technologies.
- 50 About 21% of Android users use a smartphone with a broken screen.
- 28 The text suggests that entering your pin code in reverse at an ATM will prevent the money from being dispensed if you are being robbed.
- 52 In England, roads are being made from recycled plastic, which is said to be 10 times stronger and much cheaper than asphalt.
- 82 The text states that the battery in an electric vehicle is composed of thousands of smaller batteries connected together.
- 42 The text claims that the world's first filmed football match was between Glentoran and Cliftonville in 1897, and that the film has been corrected for speed and color.
- 85 The first mobile phone weighed over 1 kilogram.
- 86 The text states that the first computer 'bug' was an actual moth that got trapped in 1947.
- 61 The text discusses US demands for Anthropic to limit AI access, Europe's dependence on American AI platforms, and the EU's lack of large AI companies.
- 44 The text suggests a bot hacked an exchange, the speaker started with $10, and they are up 20x on their investment.
- 37 CollectExchange Card is a virtual crypto card for online payments and accessing funds, with online registration for the card available.
- 65 The EU is reducing reliance on U.S. technology by forming partnerships with other countries, including launching a new digital partnership in Brazil and signing a digital agreement with South Korea. There are already partnerships with Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Canada. EU-U.S. tech ties remain stalled.
- 82 In Japan, phone camera shutter sound cannot be muted.
- 78 The website discusses the wrongful arrest of Richard Dillon due to an error-prone AI facial recognition system, highlighting issues with the technology's reliability and its increasing use in law enforcement.
- 55 Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft plans to cut approximately 1,200 jobs due to a structural deficit. The budget mainly relies on industry and government contracts, and reforms aim to improve financial stability. Notable departures of experts to foreign positions, such as Martin Schell, are causing concern.
- 65 The airbag reaches full inflation in 25 milliseconds.
- 46 91% of Germany's electricity grid operators see the energy transition goal as unattainable. Achieving 80% renewable energy by 2030 is impossible without structural changes. 79% of companies view the German Network Agency negatively, citing bureaucracy, supply disruptions, and lengthy procedures as barriers to network expansion. There is a €346 billion funding gap in the energy sector.
- 62 Mario Voigt wrote an AI-generated article, with the Thuringian government acknowledging use of neural networks. Another Voigt article failed a plagiarism test, leading Chemnitz University to revoke his doctorate.
- 79 OpenAI has filed for a US IPO, targeting a $1 trillion valuation. The company reported $2 billion in monthly revenue and 900 million weekly active users. A US jury ruled against Musk in his lawsuit against OpenAI.
- 77 McDonald's is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru technology at five U.S. locations, called ArchIQ, powered by Google. The system has completed 90% of orders without human intervention. McDonald's previously shelved a 2024 test due to viral videos of incorrect orders. Taco Bell and Wendy's have also launched AI drive-thru systems.
- 80 The website reports that AI-enabled disinformation is a significant form of election interference.
- 84 Cytek Biosciences will unveil the 7-laser Cytek Borealis full spectrum flow cytometer at CYTO 2026, featuring 120 detectors and optimized DUV and IR cFluor reagents. The Cytek Aurora Evo platform is being enhanced for automation and high-throughput spectral flow cytometry.
- 39 The text explains that smiling in photos was seen as lower-class from the 1800s to the 1900s, early cameras took about 20 minutes to capture a photo, and subjects needed to stay still to avoid blurring.
- 73 Cisco initially held the trademark for 'iPhone' and used it for a VoIP device. Cisco's iPhone launched 22 days before Apple's announcement, leading to a lawsuit which was settled with both companies retaining rights.
- 55 The text describes an AI trading psychology coach that tracks emotions, detects revenge trades, monitors prop drawdown, and analyzes behavior patterns, available for free initially.
- 62 Bill Gates was arrested in 1977 for a traffic violation, and in 2010, his mugshot was used as the default profile picture for Microsoft Outlook.
- 50 Special tea bags in Japan have new works excerpts on labels, and you can scan a QR code to read the full book.
- 71 The website reports that SAG-AFTRA members ratified a four-year deal with studios, including AI protections and wage increases.
- 65 Amazon is being sued over Ring's facial recognition technology, with allegations of privacy violations and a $5 million lawsuit filed by Charles Sigwalt. The company has faced past criticism and legal actions related to privacy issues.
- 80 Mark Zuckerberg has a virtual assistant named Jarvis, voiced by Morgan Freeman.
- 41 A new gaming platform offers games like roulette and solitaire, with a first deposit bonus. Users can earn up to 30% commission from friends' gaming activity and transfer Rs 1000 to Rs 2000 daily from their phone. Players Shaniel, Jyoti, and Vastu have earned millions in total earnings.
- 72 The website discusses how AI, cameras, and drones are being used by police departments in Idaho to enhance crime-solving capabilities, while also addressing privacy concerns.
- 71 Microsoft has upgraded its quantum chip to resist errors, with a parity lifetime now around 20 seconds, using lead as a superconductor. The chip is based on topology principles, but critics remain skeptical.
- 74 Elation Health has acquired Aster to enhance its AI-enabled EHR capabilities, integrating Aster's voice AI platform Atlas. Elation plans to embed Anthropic's AI model Claude into its EHR. The company has raised significant funding, including $50 million in Series D.
- 42 DNSSEC secures the internet, relying on a master key called the Root Zone KSK, split into smart cards held by 14 globally dispersed Crypto Officers. They meet biannually in Virginia and California for a Key Signing Ceremony.
- 36 There are only enough bunkers in Germany for 0.5% of the population, and the government plans to invest billions in civilian protection, including 1,000 vehicles and 110,000 field beds. An app feature to find bomb shelters is in development, and a business offers shelters for €30,000-75,000.
- 50 The ECB is holding an urgent meeting on cybersecurity concerns related to Claude Mythos Preview from Anthropic, which has been effective in identifying vulnerabilities in American cybersecurity. The ECB believes their cybersecurity approach is outdated and wants access to the technology, currently held by American companies.
- 83 TikTok is available in over 150 countries and has more than 2 billion downloads. It is owned by ByteDance and popular among Generation Z, with features for creating short videos.
- 74 A man in Florida used a cell phone jammer on his way to work and was fined $48,000 by the FCC.
- 84 The website reports on recent tech industry events, including Elon Musk losing a lawsuit against OpenAI, Anthropic acquiring Stainless, Meta's workforce reduction, Google's AI focus at I/O 2026, and U.S. investment in quantum computing.
- 68 The website reports that the NYPD is investing $6.5 million in drone-mitigation technology to handle aerial threats, with training completed alongside the FBI. The Safer Skies Act was passed to expand local drone-mitigation authority, and the FIFA World Cup is set to take place at MetLife Stadium.
- 74 The website discusses the development of an AI system by Carnegie Mellon University and Cleveland Clinic that interprets cardiac MRI scans without manually labeled data, outperforming general AI models and achieving high accuracy in identifying heart conditions.
- 65 The video discusses a disinformation campaign involving a false claim about Olena Zelenska buying a Bugatti, linked to a Russian influence operation called Storm 1516, which spreads false narratives about Ukraine and Western politicians.
- 71 The website reports thousands of tech layoffs in Silicon Valley as companies like Meta, Intuit, and LinkedIn reduce jobs due to increased efficiency from artificial intelligence.
- 30 A German teenager's slow Fortnite download led to an angry tweet that got police attention. The tweet had 503 views. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is automating lawsuits against citizens, filing over 5,000 cases.
- 65 The text claims there is a machine that allows men to experience childbirth sensations.
- 79 Iceland has an anti-incest app to prevent hooking up with a family member.
- 31 The text states that most people use Google to check word spelling.
- 85 The website warns about a viral claim promoting a 'Quantum AI' scam.
- 57 Turning on airplane mode is suggested to speed up phone charging.
- 80 The website reports that cyber attacks on digital infrastructure are accelerating.
- 64 The video discusses the search and discoveries related to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, including new technological efforts and the discovery of wreckage that contradicts the official narrative.
- 62 $ASE is a post-quantum L1 blockchain project offering a 10% bonus in presale, ending at 16:00 CET. It integrates usage, security, and governance.
- 82 The website discusses the U.S. Army's use of commercial technology to enhance defensive cyber operations, focusing on the Deployable Defensive Cyberspace Operations System–Modular (DDS-M) kit, which is designed for rapid deployment and flexibility in cyber defense.
- 36 Space mission cameras are described as being powerful enough to see shoe color and size from space.
- 50 Neurable invented headphones that play music according to your mood by reading brainwaves.
- 79 The text suggests that entering 'Google Gravity' and selecting 'I'm Feeling Lucky' causes a playful effect where the page loses gravity.
- 51 The text discusses the impact of quantum computing on blockchains and introduces Asentum as a solution with live Testnet and early access promotions.
- 75 The website discusses the Pentagon's view of Anthropic as a national security risk, its use of Anthropic's technology in military efforts, and contracts with other AI companies.
