Radar trends to watch: February 2022
Perhaps the most interesting theme from the last month has been discussions of what can be done with NFTs and other Web3 technologies aside from selling links to bored apes.…
India prepares 5G auction
Indian operators looked set to get the spectrum they need to proceed with commercial 5G service launches after the nation’s Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled plans…
FTC: US Consumers Lost Over $770 Million from Social Media Fraud in 2021
Colin Thierry Published on: February 1, 2022 US consumers have increasingly become targeted for scams by cybercriminals on social media, according to tens of thousands of reports received by the…
Natilus freight drone’s blended wing design packs in 60% more cargo
As it stands, air freight is incredibly quick but also very expensive, while ocean freight is far slower but very cost-effective. Startup Natilus is out to bridge the gap with a new breed of unmanned aircraft featuring a unique blended wing body. Source of Article
Stem cell rejuvenation helps immunotherapy fight cancer tirelessly
Immunotherapy is a promising new form of cancer treatment, but the supercharged immune cells it employs can become exhausted in the fight. Researchers in Japan have found a way to keep them going for longer, by rejuvenating them with stem cells. Source of Article
Boeing to build the world’s largest twin-engine air freightliner
As part of a new 50-aircraft deal with Qatar Airways, Boeing has introduced its new 777-8 Freighter, the world's largest, longest-range twin-engine freightliner, with the same payload capacity as the 747-400 Freighter. Source of Article
Artificial muscles made of human proteins make for better implants
Researchers have developed a new type of artificial muscle that’s entirely made out of natural proteins. Responding to changes in its environment allows the muscle to flex on demand, which could make it useful for implants, prosthetics or robots. Source of Article
Innovative capsule allows mRNA vaccines to be delivered orally
A study from scientists at MIT has demonstrated a way to deliver mRNA directly to the digestive tract using a novel capsule. The researchers indicate this oral delivery system could be a unique way to administer mRNA therapies directly to the stomach. Source of Article
Chemicals in plastics may be a driver of weight gain, study finds
Scientists at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have found that chemicals in plastic could be helping drive rising rates of obesity around the world, by entering the human body and interfering with our metabolism. Source of Article
What is the Omicron BA.2 variant and is it more dangerous?
You may have heard there is a new variant in town. Labeled everything from "son of Omicron" to "stealth Omicron," its real scientific label at the moment is simply BA.2. So what is BA.2 and should you be worried about this newly emerging variant? Source of Article
