The edition also highlights the discovery of a diamond battery that could potentially last for thousands of years, developed by a team of researchers using diamonds made with the isotope carbon-14. The European Space Agency launched two satellites to create artificial solar eclipses to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere. Other topics covered include UnitedHealthcare's history of denying insurance claims, the FDA’s new guidance for the use of AI in medical devices, and a study emphasizing the importance of a consistent sleep schedule for heart health.
Key takeaways:
- Synchron has developed a brain implant that allows paralyzed or non-communicative patients to interact with their phones and smart devices, aiming to restore some independence.
- Daniel Marin's company, Nexus, is developing a secure internet identity verification system that doesn't require users to give up personal information. The company has raised $27 million at a $150 million valuation.
- Researchers have developed a diamond battery using the isotope carbon-14 that could potentially last for thousands of years, with applications ranging from space technologies to medical implants.
- The European Space Agency has launched two satellites to create artificial solar eclipses to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere, with the operational position expected to be reached in March 2025.