A developing situation in Syria is creating a new weakness for the militant group Hezbollah and its ally Iran, according to US envoy Amos Hochstein. Speaking at a conference in Doha, Hochstein stated that despite being a key supporter of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Iran’s influence is waning. The US brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel … Read more
Astronomers have gained their closest look yet at the quasar 3C 273 using the Hubble Space Telescope, providing new insights into this enigmatic object. Located in a galaxy generated by a supermassive black hole consuming cosmic material, 3C 273 emits an enormous jet of material into space at nearly the speed of light. A 1963 … Read more
A mysterious illness has been reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), killing 79 people and sickening over 376. The disease first appeared on October 24 in the southwestern part of the country. Health officials are investigating the source of the illness, with nearly 400 cases recorded since its discovery. Patients have been experiencing … Read more
OpenAI’s Partnership with Anduril Sparks Debate Over Military Use of AI Technology Hours after announcing a partnership with weapons developer Anduril, some OpenAI employees expressed concerns about the potential misuse of artificial intelligence technology they helped develop. The collaboration has raised questions about the ethics of using AI in military applications. OpenAI, the company behind … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an agreement offering security guarantees to Belarus, including the potential use of Russian nuclear weapons to repel aggression. The signing follows Russia’s revised nuclear doctrine, which places Belarus under the Russian nuclear umbrella. Speaking alongside Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Putin emphasized that the treaty ensures the security of both countries. … Read more
Asana (ASAN) shares jumped over 24% to $19.24 in early trading after the software maker reported its third-quarter earnings and revenue, beating analysts’ expectations. The company’s adjusted profit was 2 cents per share, compared to a 4-cent loss in the same quarter last year. Revenue rose 10% to $183.9 million, topping estimates of $180.6 million. … Read more
The US telecom industry is facing a significant challenge in securing its networks against Chinese hackers, with at least eight carriers compromised in a recent operation. The Salt Typhoon intrusions have targeted telcos in dozens of countries over the past two years. Legacy equipment and years of mergers and acquisitions are hindering the industry’s ability … Read more
DocuSign, Inc. reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results, sending its shares up 14.1% to $95.43 in pre-market trading. The company’s revenue of $754.8 million surpassed the consensus estimate of $745.26 million, and its adjusted earnings per share came in at 90 cents, beating analyst estimates of 87 cents. The strong performance was driven by DocuSign’s ability … Read more
Pikas are small, fluffy mammals native to central Siberia that have captured the hearts of scientists with their playful antics. Researchers studied a local population of Turuchan pikas on the Primorsky Mountain Ridge in the Irkutsk region and observed them engaging in various forms of play. These mountain-dwelling creatures were found to be skilled at … Read more
Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers has dismissed President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to create a national Bitcoin reserve as “crazy” and motivated by special interest donors. The proposal, which aims to hold onto approximately 1 million Bitcoins worth $19 billion, was floated during the campaign and backed by some Republicans, including Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis. … Read more