Innovation

i, robot
new horizons

Everything you need to know about Horizon Forbidden West

at your service

Would you trust a robot hairdresser? A researcher explains why you shouldn't

Trust is a fickle thing to earn, and robots aren’t quite there yet.

Mind Control

A brain-hacking technique may make prosthetics easier to control with your mind

uncanny valley

Robotic augmentation can transform human bodies — but at a psychological cost

If you become an android, your mind may fundamentally change.

getting personal

The emotional reason why you should let robots touch you

It could improve your mood.

keep it simple

Five lines of code could change the way we think about AI

It's easy(ish) to get AI to complete tasks if you have all the computing power in the world. But what can you get done if you're limited to five lines of code?

hardly working

These robots want to read your mind while you work — you should let them

Don’t worry, they’re here to help.

Oscar Worthy

Harrison Ford’s Oscars Blade Runner joke reveals a dark truth about the movie

Blade Runner's biggest production hurdle wasn't just in the editing room.

Inverse Codex

Everything you need to know about Rooster Teeth's sci-fi anime 'gen:LOCK'

An all-star cast headlines the newest anime from the makers of 'Red vs. Blue' and 'RWBY'.

Inverse Recommends

You need to watch the best cheesy sci-fi movie of 1986 for free online ASAP

Inverse Codex

Love, Death & Robots Season 2 release date, plot, updates, and more

One of Netflix's darkest sci-fi series is returning to your screen soon.

more mowing

Robotic lawnmowers could cut a huge swath in air pollution

Your Roomba is getting an upgrade.

technology
Entertainment

How 'Profile' director mastered the art of Skype thrillers before Covid-19

On your left

Falcon and the Winter Soldier just revealed the MCU's unlikely new Iron Man

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is still missing Tony Stark, but it may have something even better.

Innovation

We’re now one step closer to the quantum internet

“This is the first time a network has been constructed from quantum processors.”

UFO FAQ

Why is the Pentagon releasing a UFO report, anyway?

Five answers for your need-to-know questions.

The Inverse Interview

'WandaVision' VFX team reveals exactly how Vision came back to life

no layovers

Hybrid gasoline-electric drone breaks a major aviation record

The Perimeter 8 uses a gasoline-electric powertrain instead of a battery to fly 20 times longer

that 007 fit

1 common item could be the future of communication technology

The future of smart clothing wants to read your mind

Meta

Watch Epic Games level the uncanny valley in incredible MetaHuman Creator video

Video games will never look the same.

watching you

A scientific twist on an iconic video game just might prevent the apocalypse

With a little less dancing and a little more traffic modeling.

Inverse recommends

You need to watch the best retro sci-fi movie on Disney+ ASAP

Kurt Russell is at his peak teenybopper in this 1969 comedy.

Sophisticated Gamer

WhirlwindFX compact Atom gaming keyboard beats the competition in 1 crucial area

The Atom is an ideal alternative to WhirlwindFX's less-mobile Element with impressive software.

Movie Magic

How the VFX studio behind WandaVision is changing sci-fi television

Ahead of its Marvel debut, MARZ reveals the tricks behind their special effects work on sci-fi hits like Umbrella Academy and Watchmen.

Future cities
sci fi food

Algae, house-flies, and 4 other weird foods scientists say are the future

“To future-proof our food supply we must pioneer completely new ways of farming.”

Innovation

One big energy bet could end California's drought, but really

With the climate changing and droughts on the rise, big changes are needed in order to save the state.

Future Earth 2121

What happens if we solve climate change?

Insect Apocalypse

Scientists reveal the strange cause behind a "biblical plague" in Las Vegas

In the Loop

Exclusive: Virgin Hyperloop's historic pod is going to the Smithsonian

Virgin Hyperloop's headline-making transportation pod is going on a bigger trip than ever.

Innovation

Self-driving cars: One politician's plan to avoid chaos in California

California state senator Ben Allen is on a mission to prepare for the future of autonomy.

big stuff

F-150 Raptor: A futuristic archetype for the American pick-up

The Raptor is an absolute unit.

Now Boarding

Virgin Hyperloop: incredible video shows how people will ride 700 mph tube

The futuristic pod transit system has taken a step forward, following its successful passenger test.

Innovation

8 ways robots may transform urban nature

push and pull

Elastic diamonds could help quantum computers run at room temperature

Quantum computing could get a 10 karat upgrade.

tree hugging

To reduce pollution pockets, Los Angeles is using A.I. from Google

Out on the town

Study reveals one key way foxes are evolving to become more like pets

City foxes are changing — and fast.

Musk watch
Innovation

SpaceX Starlink: how it could kickstart an 'uncontrolled experiment'

think again

Elon Musk’s Neuralink is "bad science fiction," brain science pioneer says

Innovation

Climate change: 4 storage systems that may help fulfill Elon Musk’s dream

Renewable energy sources like wind and solar are intermittent. Storage systems could be the answer.

Innovation

SpaceX Starship: Concept art unveils a crucial part of Mars-bound ship

The Starship is designed to send humans further than ever into space, but its internal design is also a sight to see.

Musk Reads

Elon Musk teases possible Tesla expansion — Musk Reads

Tesla considers Russia; A former Musk collaborator backs his rival; SpaceX gets a Moon mission.

one small step

Virgin Galactic: Extraordinary launch video previews the space tourism age

Virgin Galactic managed to carry out the first of several planned suborbital flights — and the whole thing was caught on camera.

Battery Powered

Elon Musk’s plan to tackle climate change missed one crucial element

Climate change will make things worse for U.S. electric grids. There's a way out.

Entering Plaid

Tesla Model S Plaid: release date, price for the luxury EV with serious speed

Tesla's upcoming Model S upgrade is set to give a big boost to the firm's high-end sedan.

Innovation

When you can get Elon Musk's Starlink internet

Innovation

New Tesla Roadster: stunning video offers a key glimpse at the elusive supercar

The second-generation Tesla Roadster was on full display at the Peterson Automotive Museum, but the best may be still to come.

starship trooper

SpaceX Starship: Map and schedule for Elon Musk’s ambitious orbital flight

SpaceX is gearing up to send Starship to new heights. Here's what you need to know.

Musk Reads

SpaceX flies out Falcon 9 once more for Starlink — Musk Reads

Starlink close to completion; crypto fluctuates; Musk copycats create mystery.

All stories
Innovation

SpaceX Starlink: how it could kickstart an 'uncontrolled experiment'

Innovation

Climate change: 4 storage systems that may help fulfill Elon Musk’s dream

Renewable energy sources like wind and solar are intermittent. Storage systems could be the answer.

Musk Reads

Elon Musk teases possible Tesla expansion — Musk Reads

Tesla considers Russia; A former Musk collaborator backs his rival; SpaceX gets a Moon mission.

parametic

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the most beautiful EV available — Look

Hyundai took a futuristic-looking concept car and built it, promising to change how the roads look bit-by-bit.

Crypto-savvy

How to acquire SafeMoon: a step-by-step guide to buying the popular altcoin

truck yeah

Driving the all-electric big-rig future

Freightliner gave me free rein to drive a bunch of prototype trucks around an LA parking lot. Here's what I learned.

like sunday

Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric crossover: price, range, specs, release date for the new EV

Hyundai’s new EV is just the right mix of clean, modern design with a little bit of weird futurism thrown in. Here’s everything you need to know.

at your service

Would you trust a robot hairdresser? A researcher explains why you shouldn't

Trust is a fickle thing to earn, and robots aren’t quite there yet.

Car Reviews

Land Rover Defender: It goes everywhere, even the one place you'll never visit

one small step

Virgin Galactic: Extraordinary launch video previews the space tourism age

Virgin Galactic managed to carry out the first of several planned suborbital flights — and the whole thing was caught on camera.

truck-eeeee

Ford F-150 Lightning price, range, specs, release date for the electric pickup truck

This is the first EV pickup from the big-three and Ford is clear that it's a truck that's an EV, not the other way around. Here's everything you need to know.

Recycling

Reusable rocket: SpaceX and Rocket Lab are getting a huge competitor

The race to reuse space rockets is on, and a new, unexpected challenger is emerging.