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Apple is reportedly working on a new application, codenamed Veritas, that resembles ChatGPT. The new application is designed to test conversational capabilities ahead of a sweeping overhaul of Siri expected next year. Veritas is being used by Apple engineers to stress-test generative AI features, context understanding, and more human-like responses.

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NASA’s Carruthers Geocorona Observatory, launching in 2025, will capture ultraviolet light from hydrogen atoms to map Earth’s faint geocorona. Operating a million miles sunward, it will study how solar activity drives atmospheric loss, improves satellite protection, and reveals clues to planetary habitability, providing critical insight for future crewed and robotic missions.

Researchers in China have unveiled RoboFalcon 2.0, a bird-inspired robot with flapping, sweeping, and folding wing motions. Unlike earlier versions, it can achieve self-takeoff and maintain flight at low speeds. Tested in wind tunnels and real-world trials, the design showed improved control and reduced strain on lift. While limitations remain, such as hovering ability and energy efficiency, scientists say the advance opens new possibilities for avian-inspired robotics.