The South Korean Supreme Court has acquitted Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong on Thursday, bringing an end to a decade-long legal battle that had clouded his leadership. The acquittal clears Mr. Lee of accounting fraud and stock manipulation charges, lifting uncertainty over the tech giant’s future. Lee Jae-yong, scion of the company’s founding family, has … Read more
A team of researchers at Columbia University has developed a new concept called “robot metabolism,” which enables robots to physically “grow,” “heal,” and improve themselves without human intervention. This breakthrough could revolutionize the field of robotics, allowing machines to adapt to new situations and repair themselves independently. The idea behind robot metabolism is inspired by … Read more
Apple has reportedly overcome yield issues with its scratch resistant anti-reflective display layer, which could bring an upgrade to the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models. The technology, first heard about in 2024, promises a more scratch resistant coating than current Ceramic Shield, potentially improving durability. However, the feature won’t be available on the … Read more
Scientists at Newcastle University and NHS Foundation Trust have made history by creating babies free from hereditary diseases using a three-person DNA method. The technique, pioneered over a decade ago, has led to eight children born with no signs of mitochondrial disease, a condition that can cause severe disability and death in infancy. Mitochondrial disease … Read more
Private credit has grown exponentially over the past decade, with its industry’s global assets under management (AUM) reaching $2 trillion and expected to reach $2.8 trillion by 2028. The sector is dominated by private equity (PE) firms such as Apollo, Ares, and KKR, which are pioneering a new strategy of extending credit independently, often backed … Read more
A prominent human rights group, Cristosal, has closed its offices in El Salvador due to threats and harassment from the police, forcing its two dozen employees to flee for neighboring countries. The move comes after years of surveillance and intimidation, with the group’s director, Noah Bullock, stating that it felt there was no legal recourse … Read more
US President Donald Trump has reversed his administration’s stance on export controls, paving the way for a potential grand bargain with China. Just a few years ago, the Biden administration touted export controls as a key strategy to maintain US dominance in advanced technology over China. However, in a surprising move, the White House has … Read more
Early-onset gastrointestinal (GI) cancers are on the rise globally, with colorectal cancer leading the trend. A literature review published in JAMA found that the incidence of early-onset GI cancers has increased by 14.8% between 2010 and 2019. Colorectal cancer is the most common early-onset GI cancer worldwide, accounting for over half of cases. However, other … Read more
Bandai Namco has released a dark and entertaining Metroidvania starring a possibly nefarious incarnation of Pac-Man, titled Shadow Labyrinth. The game takes place in a dystopian universe, 45 years after the events of the original Pac-Man arcade games. Players control Swordsman No. 8, who is guided by Puck through various environments with the goal of … Read more
Disney’s live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch has achieved a major milestone, becoming the first movie of 2025 to reach $1 billion at the global box office. The film, which has now surpassed the previous record set by Moana 2, solidifies Disney’s position as a dominant force in the industry. The success of Lilo & … Read more