Consciousness is a mysterious phenomenon that has puzzled scientists and philosophers for centuries. Some researchers believe it’s a byproduct of brain activity, while others think quantum physics plays a role. Dr. Hartmun Neven, head of Google’s Quantum Artificial Intelligence Lab, proposes a way to test the theory: entangling brains with quantum computers. Neven suggests that … Read more
A new malware campaign, called GlassWorm, is infecting developers on the OpenVSX and Microsoft Visual Studio marketplaces. The malware uses invisible Unicode characters to hide its code and can spread itself using stolen account information. It has been installed an estimated 35,800 times. GlassWorm operators use a Solana blockchain for command-and-control, making it difficult to … Read more
Google has developed an innovative AI-powered research assistant called NotebookLM that uses cutting-edge machine learning and practical user applications to transform how professionals and academics interact with vast amounts of information. This tool, powered by Google’s Gemini AI, allows users to upload documents, generate customized summaries, create multimedia overviews, and more. NotebookLM was initially launched … Read more
A federal appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump acted lawfully in deploying the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, allowing for a reversal of a lower court’s blocking order. The 2-1 majority decision came after a judge blocked Trump from sending troops into the city due to concerns over violent protests at an Immigration … Read more
AI coding assistant Claude Code has made its most powerful tool accessible to the masses. No longer limited to command lines or local environments, users can now access Claude Code directly from a web browser or phone. This new accessibility opens up advanced coding capabilities to non-developers and solo creators. Claude Code allows users to … Read more
Reusing old cell phones has become a practical way to reduce electronic waste and save money. One creative way to reuse them is by turning them into home monitoring devices using specialized apps. AlfredCamera is one of the most popular options, offering ease of use and compatibility with both Android and iOS. To start, download … Read more
WhatsApp is finally working on its highly anticipated username reservation feature, allowing users to secure their desired usernames before the official launch. This feature, which aims to provide better protection for your phone number, will be available in the messaging app’s profile tab under ‘Username.’ Here are the rules users must follow: 1. Usernames cannot … Read more
Anthropic has introduced web and mobile interfaces for its popular command-line interface (CLI) tool, Claude Code. The web version is well-received, but the mobile app is still in development, currently only available on iOS. With the new web interface, developers can access a GitHub repository to provide feedback and suggestions, allowing Claude Code to work … Read more
At least four Republican senators, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, have opposed Paul Ingrassia’s nomination as president of the Office of Special Counsel. The opposition comes after a report revealed that Ingrassia had sent racist text messages, which include referring to a federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr. as being in “the seventh … Read more
Scientists have created an eye implant to help blind patients see again by partially restoring central vision, crucial for everyday tasks like reading. The device was tested on patients with advanced age-related macular degeneration and showed promising results, achieving clinically meaningful improvements in their vision. In a groundbreaking study published in the New England Journal … Read more