Scientists at ETH Zurich have developed novel flower-shaped microparticles for targeted drug delivery. These particles, constructed with a large surface area from tiny petals, can carry significant amounts of therapeutic substances. Importantly, they can be guided through the bloodstream using ultrasound and tracked via non-invasive imaging techniques. Initial studies in lab settings and mice demonstrated the successful loading, directed movement, and controlled positioning of these particles. This innovative approach offers a promising alternative to gas bubbles for precisely delivering medicine to specific locations within the body, potentially improving treatments for diseases like cancer and cardiovascular issues.

Link to article: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/flower-particles-for-ultrasound-guided-drug-delivery

Sidus Space will launch its LizzieSat™ 3 on March 14, 2025, featuring a next-generation AI-driven system for space-to-space data relay, which is anticipated to significantly improve satellite communication efficiency. This mission has generated considerable interest from experts and the public, who foresee its potential to advance space technology and data utilization. The satellite's innovative AI capabilities are expected to enhance real-time data handling, optimize satellite operations, and set new standards for future space missions, impacting various sectors and driving growth in the commercial space industry.

Link to article: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/sidus-space-lizziesat-3-ai-powered-space-data-relay-launch

Gemma 3, introduced by Google DeepMind, represents a major advancement in democratizing AI access by offering state-of-the-art open models that balance power and portability. Built upon the success of its predecessor, which saw over 100 million downloads, Gemma 3 delivers superior performance while optimizing efficiency for deployment across various devices, from mobile phones to high-performance workstations. Available in multiple sizes (1B, 4B, 12B, and 27B parameters), it allows developers to match models to specific hardware constraints. With enhanced multilingual capabilities supporting over 140 languages and cutting-edge multimodal reasoning for text, images, and videos, Gemma 3 facilitates diverse AI applications. Its expanded 128k-token context window and function-calling features further enhance its ability to process complex tasks, making it a versatile tool for developers worldwide.

Complementing this release, ShieldGemma 2 provides a robust 4B parameter image safety checker, ensuring secure AI applications by identifying dangerous, explicit, or violent content. Gemma 3's seamless integration with popular AI frameworks like Hugging Face, PyTorch, and JAX, alongside support for Google Cloud TPUs, AMD GPUs, and NVIDIA optimizations, makes it highly adaptable for developers. The Gemmaverse ecosystem fosters collaborative AI innovation, exemplified by projects like SEA-LION v3 for Southeast Asian languages and BgGPT for Bulgarian. Google DeepMind also supports academic research through the Gemma 3 Academic Program, offering $10,000 in Google Cloud credits to researchers. By prioritizing responsible AI development, accessibility, and innovation, Gemma 3 establishes itself as a leading force in the evolution of open AI technology.

Link to the article: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/introducing-gemma-3-the-most-capable-model-you-can-run-on-a-single-gpu-or-tpu

In this explosive exposé, Lunar Tech lifts the veil on Plug and Play Armenia—a program that promised to revolutionize the startup ecosystem but instead delivered a toxic, broken experience. Join us as we delve into firsthand accounts of empty promises, questionable mentorship, and alleged misconduct. From unfulfilled investor introductions and strategic partnerships to disturbing claims of sexism and psychological manipulation, we present the evidence and correspondence that reveal a disturbing disconnect between the accelerator’s glamorous marketing and its harsh reality.Is Plug and Play Armenia a true startup accelerator or a startup killer? Watch as we break down the shocking details, share real documents, and challenge the accountability of those trusted with public funds. If you’re an entrepreneur or investor looking to navigate the startup world, this video is a must-watch for its candid look at what really happens behind the scenes.Stay informed, ask the tough questions, and decide for yourself: Is this the support you need to scale your business, or is it time to look elsewhere?Read the article here: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/startup-accelerator-or-startup-killer-plug-and-play-armenia-exposed

In this podcast, we are going to explore Noubar Afeyan's Fast Company article that advocates for "polyintelligence"—a groundbreaking approach uniting human, artificial, and natural intelligence to solve complex global challenges by drawing on Leonardo da Vinci's holistic legacy and showcasing breakthroughs in biotechnology and agriculture through ethical, interdisciplinary collaboration and a renewed understanding of nature's complexity—Kudos to Noubar for this great work.

Link: https://www.fastcompany.com/91274947/noubar-afeyan-polyintelligence

Concerns exist regarding compromised Canadian law enforcement agencies' ability to combat Asian organized crime, particularly the Sam Gor network. Allegations of corruption within the RCMP and CBSA, including suspicions of officials retaining security clearances despite corruption concerns, have eroded U.S. trust. This has led to reduced intelligence sharing and collaborative investigations between the U.S. and Canada. Further fueling these concerns are reports of Prime Minister Trudeau's proximity to suspected organized crime figures at fundraising events, raising questions about potential political influence. The overall effect is a perception of Canadian ineffectiveness in tackling transnational crime, jeopardizing national security.

Link: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/homeland-security-doesnt-respect-rcmp---how-the-rcmp-cbsa-and-trudeau-government-lost-u-s-trust-in-the-fentanyl-fight

A Dutch and Armenian citizen, Vahe Aslanyan, filed a criminal complaint against Armenian Ambassador Anahit Harutyunyan with the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The complaint alleges that Ambassador Harutyunyan neglected her duty to protect Armenian citizens in Canada facing threats and assaults, failing to contact law enforcement or offer assistance. Aslanyan accuses the Ambassador of negligence, abuse of power, and potentially aiding criminal organizations. The complaint cites violations of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and the Armenian Criminal Code, demanding an investigation and disciplinary action against the Ambassador. Aslanyan also requests protection for the threatened individuals.

Link: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/criminal-complaint-against-ambassador-anahit-harutyunyan

In this podcast, we're exposing shocking claims of systematic psychological torture against the founders of LunarTech. Allegedly, Plug and Play Tech Accelerator—working with Armenia's Ministry of High Tech—used tactics like humiliation, exclusion, gaslighting, and arbitrary punishment to break the founders' spirit and destroy their business. The silence of the Ministry is seen as complicity, while some San Francisco-based groups are accused of aiding in the sabotage. The demand is clear: U.S. and Dutch authorities must investigate immediately, and their ambassadors need to intervene. These actions, the authors argue, are blatant violations of international law and human rights.

Link: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/plug-and-play-armenia-the-psychological-torture-machine-for-startup-founders

Hundreds of thousands of unaccompanied migrant children have vanished within the U.S. immigration system, highlighting a critical humanitarian crisis. Outdated record-keeping systems and a lack of inter-agency coordination between ICE, HHS, and DOJ contribute to this problem, leaving children vulnerable to exploitation, trafficking, and neglect. The article advocates for comprehensive reform, including a centralized tracking system, enhanced sponsor oversight, and improved data-sharing infrastructure to locate and protect these children. International comparisons suggest that other countries have successfully implemented better tracking and care systems, offering models for U.S. reform. Ultimately, the text stresses the urgent need for bipartisan cooperation and immediate action to address this national crisis.

Link: https://lens.lunartech.ai/post/300-000-missing-migrant-children-in-america

French naval forces seized over nine tons of cocaine from a Turkish ship, the Haliç-Equality, linked to Turkish shipping magnate H.B.T. and Bilal Erdoğan, son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. This significant drug bust, part of a larger trend involving Turkish-linked vessels, highlights the global scale of drug trafficking and the sophisticated methods used to evade detection. The investigation underscores the complex network of individuals and entities involved, raising significant political questions due to the Erdoğan family's alleged connection. The successful interception demonstrates effective international cooperation in combating narcotics trafficking.