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The leap from an academic prototype to a commercially viable medical device is notoriously difficult. Countless promising technologies languish in R&D labs, never reaching the patients who need them most. A new $6 million initiative led by Harvard University and Boston University aims to break that cycle, prioritizing the rapid commercialization of lightweight, affordable assistive robotics with AI. Backed by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, this joint project is a

At the intersection of maker ingenuity and cutting-edge AI, a radical prototype has emerged, not from the well-funded labs of tech giants, but from the frantic environment of a 48-hour MIT hackathon. A six-person team at MIT Hard Mode 2026 has built “Human Operator,” a wearable system allowing an AI to physically move a user’s hand and wrist. The most astonishing part? It is a DIY experiment built entirely from readily available components. This breakthrough is a masterclass

In a landmark decision that could reshape the global labor market, Chinese courts have drawn a firm line regarding artificial intelligence in the workplace. A recent ruling from the Hangzhou Intermediate People's Court establishes a critical legal precedent: companies can no longer fire employees or drastically reduce compensation simply because an AI system can perform their duties at a lower cost. This decisive move positions China at the forefront of AI labor regulation, c