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This Device Uses A.I. and Lasers to Kill Mosquitoes

This Device Uses A.I. and Lasers to Kill Mosquitoes
NYT Technology Friday 30 October 2026, 04:01 UTC By Keith Bradsher, Nailah Morgan, Qilai Shen and Siyi Zhao 1 min read
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A Chinese start-up has developed a device that uses artificial intelligence and lasers to kill mosquitoes. But there are safety concerns for people and other creatures nearby when the device is in action.

A Chinese start-up has developed a device that uses artificial intelligence and lasers to kill mosquitoes. But there are safety concerns for people and other creatures nearby when the device is in action.
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