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Washington plane crash: Investigators hunt for clues

Jan 31 2025 8 mins

Questions continue to grow about air safety in the US capital. We hear from Graham Braithwaite, professor of safety and accident investigation, at Cranfield University.Crispr designed gene cutting therapy for some patients with severe sickle cell disease, approved for NHS use. The ‘godfather of artificial intelligence’ issues stark warning that the technology could one day repl

Wall-E, is that you? Rise of AI delivery robots

Jan 30 2025 10 mins

We’re joined by tech entrepreneur Ahti Heinla, the Skype co-founder who went on to run AI-powered robot delivery firm Starship Technologies. Heinla is calling on the Starmer government to improve regulation for automated technology.Asteroid alert: football pitch-sized space rock under watch.Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg shrugs off DeepSeek fears.Also in this episodeJenny Halpern Prin

Rise of DeepSeek & future impact on AI industry

Jan 28 2025 17 mins

We explore the groundbreaking DeepSeek- R1 model with Dr Mark Kennedy, who leads Imperial College London’s Data Science Institute.What is DeepSeek, and how has this small team from China revolutionised AI technology? We also discuss any implications of this model for the future of AI, the potential “wake-up call” for existing tech giants, and the significance of having m

China’s DeepSeek sparks AI market wobble

Jan 27 2025 7 mins

Surging popularity of Chinese discount AI software DeepSeek appears to have wobbled investors’ faith in the profitability of AI and the sector’s demand for expensive high-tech chips.How London’s black cabbies outsmart AI, with Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience Hugo Spiers, from University College London’s department of Psychology & Language Sciences.Also in this

Storm Eowyn: science behind explosive cyclone

Jan 24 2025 8 mins

Storm Eowyn smashed into the British Isles bringing record gusts of over 110mph. But what is the cyclone, and how did it form? Met Office meteorologist Alex Deakin explains. Why Trump wants to evaluate US crypto stockpile in ‘digital assets’ appraisal.New twist in mystery of dinosaurs’ origins, with PhD student Joel Heath of UCL Earth Sciences and London’s Natural History M

Samsung on latest Galaxy S25 AI series

Jan 23 2025 8 mins

Samsung's Annika Bizon on their latest Galaxy S25 AI smartphones. Tornado warning for London as Storm Eowyn is predicted to batter the UK with 100mph winds amid ‘danger to life warning’. Royal Shakespeare Company debuts first video game called ‘Lili’.Also in this episode:Is Meta trying to poach US TikTok influencers with bonuses?What is cushing syndrome? Actress Amy Schumer

Why mysterious mounds reveal history of life on Mars

Jan 22 2025 7 mins

Scientists discover giant mounds dating back billions of years. Why is this significant? We ask lead researcher Dr Joe McNeil from London’s Natural History Museum. Samsung prepares for Unpacked event. Apple CEO Tim Cook reacts on X about OK Go’s latest iPhone music video, following in The Weeknd’s footsteps.Also in this episode:Brits to be infected with malaria in vacci

US TikTok revives, and Trump's tech takeover?

Jan 20 2025 8 mins

Just 24 hours before Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration day, TikTok came back online after going dark amid a US ban over data security fears.To discuss Big Tech’s influence and direction of policy for Trump’s White House 2.0, Tech & Science Daily is joined by Dr Thomas Gift, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Centre on US Politics, and The

Scientist on invasive frogs found in roses, Nintendo Switch 2 reveal & more...

Jan 17 2025 10 mins

Why a frog from Columbia found in a bouquet of roses in England, sparked biosecurity research paper. Reptiles are reportedly travelling into Northern Europe inside potted plants. Tech & Science Daily speak to senior researcher Dr Silviu Petrovan, from the Department of Zoology at the University of Cambridge, about the impacts this has.US President Joe Biden 'leaving TikTok ban

Blue Origin launch: What is Bezos' Blue Ring Vehicle?

Jan 16 2025 7 mins

New Glenn rocket carries first Blue Ring Vehicle prototype able to transform to perform multiple tasks in space, and deliver three-ton payloads.Will the CEO of TikTok attend Trump’s inauguration?Apprentice star Tim Campbell MBE on why, amid the rise of artificial intelligence, a technical education for young people is crucial.Also in this episode:Ten minutes of mindfulness medita