Astronomers report the discovery of Gliese 12 b – the nearest transiting, temperate, Earth-sized exoplanet located to date. Its equilibrium temperature is estimated at 42 °C (107 °F).
The FIFA World Cup is held from 8th June–21st July 2030. This tournament is especially significant, as it marks the centenary of the first ever World Cup – held in July 1930.
Solar energy has been combined with synthetic quartz to generate temperatures of more than 1,000°C. This proof-of-concept method shows the potential of clean energy to replace fossil fuels in heavy manufacturing.
Vancouver-based Sanctuary AI has revealed its seventh-generation 'Phoenix' robot, which can automate tasks at a much faster rate. The firm has also partnered with Microsoft to bolster AI research and development.
The world's first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer becomes operational in 2029. This machine is able to perform a variety of useful tasks, beyond the reach of classical supercomputers.
The University of Maine has demonstrated the world's largest 3D printer. The machine can print objects as large as 29 m (96 ft) long by 9.8 m (32 ft) wide by 5.5 m (18 ft) high, at a rate of 230 kg (500 lbs) per hour.
