In a remarkable discovery, archaeologists led by Guillaume Blondel unearthed a small glass vial containing a 200-year-old message from colleague P. J Fére at the Cité de Limes site in France. The note was written during a dig conducted by Fére in January 1825. The team of volunteers had been conducting an emergency rescue dig … Read more
A groundbreaking study has revealed that over 80% of cases caused by recessive genetic variants are linked to known genes. The research, conducted by scientists at the Wellcome Sanger Institute and GeneDx, analyzed data from nearly 30,000 families affected by developmental disorders. The findings suggest a shift in focus from gene discovery to interpreting changes … Read more
NASA’s Perseverance rover has made an exciting discovery on Mars – a black-and-white striped rock unlike any seen before. The unusual find, named Freya Castle, measures about 20 cm across and features alternating stripes. While the exact chemical composition of the rock is unknown, scientists believe it may have been created through igneous or metamorphic … Read more
A recent study published in Nature Neuroscience has found that the superior colliculus (SC), a midbrain region traditionally thought to help animals orient themselves towards important locations, also plays a role in complex cognitive tasks like visual categorization and decision making. The SC is an evolutionarily ancient brain structure present across all vertebrates, from primitive … Read more
A new post-exploitation tool called Splinter has been discovered by Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 threat hunters, which is being used to wreak havoc in victims’ IT environments after initial infiltration. This tool allows attackers to execute Windows commands, steal files, collect cloud service account information, and download additional malware onto victims’ systems. Unlike Cobalt … Read more
Broadcom has filed a memorandum in response to AT&T’s lawsuit alleging that the telco giant plans to stop using VMware software and wants the chipmaker to continue providing support services beyond September 8. In its filing, Broadcom claimed that AT&T had perpetual licenses for VMware products but was tardy about making the move. AT&T argued … Read more
A massive infostealer malware operation has been uncovered, attributed to a cybercriminal group named “Marko Polo”. The group uses various distribution channels, including malvertising, spearphishing, and brand impersonation in online gaming, cryptocurrency, and software. This campaign has impacted thousands of devices globally, exposing sensitive personal and corporate data. The malware campaign targets high-value targets such … Read more
Artificial intelligence (AI) has witnessed significant advancements in recent years, particularly with the emergence of powerful models capable of performing diverse tasks. Two crucial developments in this space are Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Agents, which play distinct roles in enhancing AI-driven applications. However, the concept of Agentic RAG presents a hybrid model that leverages the … Read more
Former President Donald Trump has announced a new business venture, a cryptocurrency platform called World Liberty Financial (WLFI), which will be controlled by his sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump. The announcement was streamed from Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, and marked his first public appearance since an apparent assassination attempt on … Read more
Daphnia pulex, also known as the water flea, is a tiny crustacean that plays a crucial role in freshwater ecosystems worldwide. This microscopic species has been extensively studied due to its unique reproductive habits and ability to thrive in stable environments. A recent study by Arizona State University and international colleagues analyzed nearly 1,000 D. … Read more