Malicious hackers are exploiting a critical vulnerability in a widely used security camera to spread Mirai, a family of malware that wrangles infected Internet of Things devices into large networks for use in attacks that take down websites and other Internet-connected devices. The vulnerability affects the AVM1203 surveillance device from Taiwan-based manufacturer AVTECH, according to … Read more
A Japanese startup, Helical Fusion, aims to build the world’s first nuclear fusion reactor capable of producing power indefinitely, with plans to launch a pilot reactor in 2034 and begin commercial operations by the end of that decade. The company is leveraging Japan’s significant investment in research at the National Institute for Fusion Science (NIFS) … Read more
Microsoft, Apple, and NVIDIA are reportedly joining forces to bail out OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, from financial troubles. According to a report by CNBC, OpenAI is in talks to raise funding, which could push its market valuation to over $100 billion. Last month, reports emerged indicating that OpenAI was on the brink of … Read more
Feeling stuck? Do your energy levels swing wildly from day to day, or do you experience a desire for connection one moment and solitude the next? These natural fluctuations are not character flaws, but rather your personal rhythms at play. The pendulum lifestyle invites you to embrace these swings and use them to your advantage … Read more
A new study suggests that aging occurs in distinct bursts at the ages of 44 and 60. The researchers found significant changes to skin, muscle, and heart disease risk in both the 40s and 60s. Beginning in early 40s, lipids and alcohol metabolism change, while kidney function, carbohydrate metabolism, and immune regulation decline around age … Read more
Researchers have identified a small group of dopamine neurons in the striatum that play a crucial role in balancing brain functions, including reward, cognition, and movement. This discovery could lead to new treatments for psychiatric and neurological disorders such as schizophrenia, addiction, and Parkinson’s disease. The team used innovative genetic tools to target these dopamine … Read more
Google researchers have achieved a major milestone in artificial intelligence (AI) by developing a neural network that can generate real-time gameplay for the classic shooter Doom without using a traditional game engine. Dubbed GameNGen, this system marks a significant step forward in AI, producing playable gameplay at 20 frames per second on a single chip. … Read more
Biohybrid robots are revolutionizing the field of robotics by combining living and synthetic materials. These advanced machines can take the form of limbs, organs, or even entire organisms. The creation of biohybrid robots has raised philosophical questions about what it means to be alive. Researchers have made significant progress in developing biohybrid robots. For example, … Read more
OpenAI’s secretive Project Strawberry is expected to become ChatGPT5, with insiders suggesting it could launch as early as this Fall (September or October). The new AI will reportedly excel in math and programming, surpassing any chatbot seen so far. Previous reports hinted that Project Strawberry would focus on “deep research,” allowing the AI to perform … Read more
Parents with difficult childhoods may overcorrect and inadvertently create similar symptoms in their children. Being a good father or mother won’t erase being a “bad son” or “bad daughter.” Not meeting your child’s needs isn’t necessarily neglect. Perfectionism can stem from an underlying cruelty, where parents attempt to correct for the mistakes of their own … Read more