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Italy's privacy watchdog has moved to ban Replika, the AI "companion" app that's recently made headlines for being too sexual.

No AI GF

They have a point. 

Italy Strikes Crushing Blow to AI-Powered Girlfriend

Italian robotics startup Robotor has crafted a machine that is just as good at creating marble masterpieces out of Carrara marble than human artists.

Robo Sculpting

"We are entering a new era of sculpture, which no longer consists of broken stones, chisels and dust, but of scanning, point clouds and design."

Italy Invents Robot That Carves Sculptures Out of Marble Like Michelangelo

Italian police officers covered 300 miles in just two hours while driving a Lamborghini Huracan to deliver  a donor kidney.

Vroom!

Developments

"To save a life you don't need superpowers."

Italian Lambo Police Car Covers 300 Miles in 2 Hours to Deliver Kidney

The whole country is practically in lockdown.

Italy Imposes Nationwide Travel Restrictions as Death Toll Soars

In September 2020, Italy will begin making it mandatory for students to learn about climate change in school for 33 hours per year.

Knowledge is Power

"The 21st century citizen must be a sustainable citizen."

Italy Will Soon Force Public Schools to Teach Climate Change

A new law making it compulsory for every child in the country to receive a range of immunizations including measles and polio came into effect this week.

Anti-Vaxx

Schools are sending unvaccinated kids home — and parents risk a government fine.

Italy Bans Unvaccinated Children From Going to School

180 "ultra-fast" charging stations are coming over the next 3 years.

Engineers Are Making an "Electric Highway" That Stretches From Norway to Italy

A new energy strategy is expected by the end of next month.

Industry Minister Promises a Coal-Free Italy by 2025

A new procedure can repair an entire bone using 3D printing.

3D Printing Is Being Used to Make Prosthetic Bones for Cancer Patients