Amazon has introduced Astro, their first household robot. The robot provides home security, video calling, and can transport items throughout your home.
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Creation of Innovation: Autonomous Cargo Ship To Set Sail
The Yara Birkeland, the first fully electric and autonomous cargo ship plans to set sail in Norway later this year.
Rick Boucher and RACA’s Mike Limberhand Discuss Connecting Rural America to Reliable and Affordable Broadband
The Rural & Agriculture Council of America (RACA) recently put out a whitepaper on connecting rural America to reliable and affordable broadband. IIA Honorary Chair Rick Boucher spoke with RACA Board Member Mike Limberhand about the paper and its recommendations.
Creation of Innovation: Researchers Create Holograms You Can Touch, Feel, and One Day Maybe Even Smell
Researchers at the University of Glasgow are using jets of air to create the sensation of touch within holograms.
Research Peek of the Week: U.S. Broadband Investment Remained High in 2020
A new report by USTelecom looks at broadband capital investments, prices, and network speeds in 2020.
Creation of Innovation: iRobot’s Newest Robotic Vacuum Uses AI to Avoid Obstacles
Artificial intelligence is key to avoiding obstacles in iRobot’s newest vacuum.
Research Peek of the Week: U.S. Adults are Satisfied with Speed and Price of Home Internet
A new Morning Consult poll indicates that much of the public is happy with the speed and price of their current internet service.
Building on Bipartisan Momentum behind Broadband: A Chat with FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington
FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington and IIA Co-Chairman Bruce Mehlman discuss the post-pandemic outlook for broadband deployment and adoption, the optimal regulatory environment for broadband investment and innovation, and more.
Creation of Innovation: Spray-Catching Drones Are Studying the Health of Whales
Spray-catching drones are measuring stress among whale populations amidst rising tourist outings.
Bipartisan wins are there for the taking
Antitrust, broadband, and China are three connected areas where there’s agreement across the aisle and opportunity for deal-making, despite the challenging environment in Washington.
Creation of Innovation: Digital Twin Technology Emerges as Key Tool for Remote Collaboration
Digital twin technology enables you to create a digital version of a physical object that can be manipulated remotely through 5G networks.
Research Peek of the Week: New Report Ranks U.S. States and Cities by 5G Speeds and Availability
Opensignal has ranked U.S. states by 5G availability and service in a new report.