DF The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced its plan to crack down on predatory data broker practices that allegedly fuel scams, violence, and threats to national security. The agency proposes a rule that would allow regulators to police data brokers under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), a landmark privacy law enacted over … Read more
Get ready for an exciting month of planet-watching, as this December’s Sky Tour episode reveals where and when to catch five bright planets visible by eye. The highlight is arguably the best meteor show of the year – the Geminid meteor shower. Start with Venus, which rises in the southwest as evening twilight fades. It’s … Read more
Red light therapy masks have gained popularity among celebrities and beauty enthusiasts due to their claimed anti-aging benefits. But does this sci-fi-like device really work? Dermatologist Professor Deshan Sebaratnam shares his expertise on the matter. According to Professor Deshan, red light therapy uses a process called photobiomodulation, where the light is absorbed by specific compounds … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump is set to unveil his crypto support plans after taking office, sending cryptocurrency prices soaring near the $100,000 mark. Bitcoin traded at approximately $97,000, up 40% since Trump’s election on November 5. The Republican president-elect aims to undo Biden administration regulations that targeted digital assets. His next step will have a … Read more
Scientists have made several groundbreaking discoveries that are redefining human experience and the environment. Researchers at the University of Hong Kong and Queen Mary University of London successfully reprogrammed mouse stem cells using genes from single-celled choanoflagellates, creating a chimeric mouse. This achievement links nearly 1 billion years of evolution, revealing ancient roots of multicellular … Read more
The US labor market has shown signs of improvement, with job openings rising and workers quitting their jobs for better opportunities at a record high rate. According to the latest numbers from the Labor Department, job postings increased to 7.74 million in October, up from 7.37 million in September. This surge suggests that the labor … Read more
Bitcoin prices surged to $95,782 on December 2, driven by MicroStrategy’s fresh buying efforts. The business intelligence firm purchased $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin in the past week, boosting its reserves and sending markets upwards. Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView show that BTC price gained over $2,000 in two hours. This rapid progress … Read more
Learning Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to the numerous keyboard commands. To help you get familiar with the default controls, two excellent resources are available for free on Flightsim.to. The “Default MSFS 2024 All Keyboard Commands” guide provides a comprehensive list of every shortcut in the simulator, categorized by … Read more
AMD has leaked details about its upcoming Radeon RX 8800 XT graphics card through Seasonic’s wattage calculator. The card is expected to be announced next month and has a reported 220W Thermal Design Power (TDP) according to the online PSU calculator. This suggests that the RX 8800 XT will consume less power than its predecessor, … Read more
Intel has announced two new graphics cards, the Arc B580 and Arc B570, targeting entry-level PC enthusiasts. The Arc B580 boasts 12GB VRAM for under $250, while the 10GB Arc B570 is priced at just $229, cheaper than Nvidia’s current budget offerings. The Xe2 Battlemage GPU architecture will power these cards, featuring double the graphics … Read more