Japan's NTT has developed a drone that can trigger and attract lightning strikes, potentially revolutionizing weather control and energy harvesting.Alphabet's Waymo opens a robotaxi factory to produce autonomous vehicles at scale, solidifying its lead in real-world autonomy.UBTech plans to launch a $20K humanoid robot for home use, aiming to lead in elder care and domestic tasks.In China, AI clones are dominating livestreams, sparking debates over authenticity in the digital human market.The U.S. National Ignition Facility achieves a milestone with 8.6 megajoules of energy output in fusion experiments.Arkansas discovers significant lithium deposits, potentially meeting global EV battery demand and driving resource exploration.Altman and Ive develop a screen-free AI companion to revolutionize daily interactions and challenge traditional devices.Europe's economic rebound gains momentum, with countries like the UK, Norway, and Switzerland showing strong growth.China plans to deploy 2 million robotaxis by 2035, projecting a significant shift towards shared autonomous mobility.Swiss Alps witnesses the construction of a 100-ft 3D-printed tower, marking a milestone in additive manufacturing in real estate.