INNOVATION

Qualcomm, EE and ESPN all want to get in FPV drone racing – a clear sign it will be the next big thing.

Architect Kazuyo Sejima designing train with semi-transparent materials that blend into scenery.

Elusive 'wonder material' takes graphene's title as the strongest substance ever made.

Microsoft CaptionBot uses AI to describe photos, but struggles to recognise Barack Obama.

ESPN partners with International Drone Racing Association to offer millions a glimpse into the sport.

How to watch a live VR video stream of surgery performed at Royal London Hospital.

A film prop of the Nessie monster was found at a depth of 180m.

New design update for Cinetic Big Ball defies frustrating falls as it wobbles back to its feet like a Weeble.

3D Concept Studio and fashion designer Charlene Thuring create the first 3D-printed wedding dress.

Lake District Biogas plant will covert fats and sugars from cheese production into gas energy for local homes.

Bike backpack with integrated indicators and brake lights is aimed at safety-conscious commuters.

Facebook's open-sourcing 3D-360 camera rig will help accelerate the VR market

Facebook's new login tool allows users to login using just their phone number or email.

The German robotics firm behind the drone made a name for itself designing drones modelled on animals.

Google's latest feature provides increased accessibility and productivity.

Microsoft's app is currently in private beta testing.

Scientists in China are developing 'all-weather' solar panel tech that can create energy from sun and rain.

Fears mount that autonomous weapons could become tomorrow's AK-47s

Thousands of medical students will remotely watch operation on colon cancer patient using VR headsets.

The Vysk iPhone QS1 case encrypts calls, text, photos and location by merging software and hardware.

A new survey of 2,000 people has found that 75% believe VR will have a positive impact on our lives.

Jet ski champ has come up with a hoverboard-like invention that can go up to 10,000 feet into the air.

QR code tracking, webcams and 3D printing allows 'unskilled users' to create huge digital-assisted paintings.

Lightweight HMD with on-ear headphones promises all-in-one VR experience for iOS and Android.

Schaft has debuted a new robot at a conference in Tokyo that can walk up stairs and navigate obstacle courses.

Expensive 'bots cause closure after failure to carry food or serve drinks.

The new system hopes to garner more tourists with convenient payment options.

The CIA's venture capital branch In-Q-Tel was named after James Bond's fictional character Q.

Brooklyn-based songwriter J Viewz 's new music video is completely controlled by the listener's own heartbeat in real-time.