Researchers have developed a simple and effective way to remove deadly forever chemicals from water using 3D-printed ceramic lattices. These substances, known as PFAS, are used in non-stick pans, paint, fabrics, and more. They break down extremely slowly and can cause serious health problems. The new method uses indium oxide ink to create lattice-shaped monoliths … Read more
Generative AI is transforming many jobs and industries. According to the AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium, more than 92% of information and communication technology (ICT) jobs will be highly or moderately transformed by AI. The consortium analyzed 47 specific ICT job roles across seven “job families.” They found that business and management, design and user experience, … Read more
SpaceX has unveiled the Raptor 3 engine, a significant advancement in thrust, specific impulse, and mass efficiency compared to previous versions. The Raptor 3 boasts a thrust of 280 tf, a specific impulse of 350s, and an engine mass of 1525 kg. This engine has the potential to exceed 300 tons of thrust in future … Read more
Large language models (LLMs) have made significant strides in algorithmic problem-solving tasks. To enhance their performance and efficiency, LLMs are being integrated into algorithms as general-purpose solvers. However, the development of these algorithms has largely relied on heuristics and trial-and-error methods, lacking a theoretical foundation. Researchers at Alibaba Group introduced a formal framework for designing … Read more
Surge in Magniber Ransomware Attacks Impacts Home Users Worldwide A massive Magniber ransomware campaign is underway, encrypting devices worldwide and demanding thousand-dollar ransoms to receive a decryptor. The operation launched in 2017 as Cerber’s successor and has since seen bursts of activity. Magniber primarily targets individual users who download malicious software and execute it on … Read more
Adobe Illustrator’s new generative vector fill feature is game-changing, even for those who can’t draw. As someone who’s familiar with simplifying complex texts, I’ll break down the key features of this new tool. The first feature is the ability to generate vector shapes using text prompts. This works well with simple shapes like logos or … Read more
Robot with human-like, highly expressive facial features developed in China Researchers devised a specialized motor command mapping network that serves as a conduit between the generated expression images and the robot’s realistic facial responses. Professor Liu Xiaofeng stands next to a humanoid robot. A team led by Professor Liu Xiaofeng at Hohai University in Jiangsu … Read more
Analysis of glass and ceramic shards from Tycho Brahe’s observatory revealed he was more than just an astronomer. Researchers discovered a mix of elements from his alchemist laboratory, including tungsten, unknown to science at the time. This find could explain why his medicines were popular. Tycho Brahe had his own basement laboratory for mixing medicines, … Read more
COURT: S. D. Fla. -TRACK DOCKET: No. 0:24-cv-61383 – A company called Jerico Pictures Inc., which does business as National Public Data, accidentally exposed the personal information of almost 3 billion people in an April data breach, a proposed lawsuit claims. On April 8, a group of hackers posted a database containing the personal details … Read more
A vital system of Atlantic Ocean currents that affects weather worldwide could collapse as early as the late 2030s, according to a new study. This would have devastating consequences for the planet’s climate. The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) has been weakening due to human-induced climate change, with warmer ocean temperatures and disrupted salt levels. … Read more