Researchers have made groundbreaking discoveries about ancient and extinct species of tardigrades, also known as “water bears,” thanks to high-powered microscopy tools. The findings shed new light on the evolution of these incredibly resilient creatures. Tardigrades are one of the oldest and most enduring species on Earth, with some experts tracing their earliest ancestors back … Read more
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered new infrastructure linked to the financially motivated threat actor FIN7. The findings indicate that FIN7 has established connections with at least 15 Stark-assign hosts in Russia and 16 in Estonia over the past 30 days. The research, conducted by Team Cymru in collaboration with Silent Push and Stark Industries Solutions, found … Read more
A recent study published in PNAS has found that knocking out the Astrotactin 2 (ASTN2) gene leads to several hallmark behaviors of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in mice. The researchers, from the Laboratory of Developmental Neurobiology at Rockefeller University, discovered how defects in the protein produced by the ASTN2 gene disrupted circuitry in the cerebellum … Read more
When it comes to upgrading or installing Windows 11, Microsoft has imposed strict hardware and security requirements, making it difficult for older PCs to meet the grade. Additionally, the company makes it challenging to use a local account during the installation process. Fortunately, Rufus, a free Windows installation tool, can help you bypass these restrictions. … Read more
Taking care of your eyes is an essential part of maintaining overall wellness. While you may focus on exercise and heart health, don’t neglect your vision. Adding these 12 eye-healthy foods to your diet can make a significant impact. Broccoli is a superfood for the eyes, containing indole-3-carbinol that removes toxins from the retina and … Read more
Scientists have long sought to understand the nature of consciousness, and a recent study suggests that quantum entanglement could be key. A team from China has demonstrated that many entangled photons can be generated within the myelin sheath that covers nerve fibers, potentially explaining the rapid communication between neurons. The brain communicates through electrical signals … Read more
OpenAI’s latest chatbot model, GPT-4o, has taken a significant leap forward in producing lifelike responses and handling diverse inputs. However, this increased sophistication may have an unintended consequence: users developing emotional attachments to the AI. According to OpenAI’s blog post on GPT-4o, some users are attributing human-like behaviors and characteristics to the chatbot, which could … Read more
Researchers at North Carolina State University have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of molten salt analysis. The team has developed a technique called “plasma bubble spectroscopy” that can detect and measure elements in molten salt solutions. The new method uses a specialized probe that can withstand the extreme conditions of the molten salt … Read more