"Regulation by reputation": Rating program can help combat migrant abuse in the Gulf
In a world increasingly dependent on social media, consumers rely on reviews and ratings for everything from restaurants to service providers. And those opinions, published instantly online, can make or break a business......»»
Genetic basis for the evolution of hair discovered in the clawed frog
The development of hair was of central importance for the evolution of mammals and, thus, also of humans. However, the evolutionary origin of the genetic program of hair was previously unknown. An international research team led by Leopold Eckhart fr.....»»
Innovative chemical strategy targets mosquito larvae gut to combat spread of deadly diseases
Mosquito-borne illnesses remain a formidable challenge threatening millions of people each year with diseases such as malaria, dengue, zika and chikungunya......»»
SpaceX is building a spy satellite network for US, news agency says
Elon Musk's SpaceX is building a network of hundreds of spy satellites under a classified contract with a U.S. intelligence agency, Reuters reported, citing five people familiar with the program......»»
Using AI to develop a new method for improving electrocatalytic converters
Prof Dr. Johannes Margraf and a team of scientists have developed a promising method to improve the efficiency of electrocatalysts. Using simulations and artificial intelligence, the researchers have developed a computer program that can simultaneous.....»»
Denuvo maker Irdeto targets the video game industry’s leak problem with new tech
The company behind Denuvo is introducing a new technology called TraceMark that will combat leaks that come from prelaunch game playtests......»»
Deloitte unveils CyberSphere platform for simplified cyber program management
Deloitte has launched CyberSphere, a vendor-neutral services and solutions platform to help clients simplify their organizations’ cyber program data, workflows, reporting and third-party technologies for improved cyber operational efficiency an.....»»
Apple"s Butterfly keyboard repair program winds down soon
The last two models of 13-inch MacBook Pro with the infamous "butterfly" style keyboard, both from 2019, are still eligible for a free repair for most of 2024 — but you need to hurry.Close-up view of a black and silver MacBook keyboard with focus o.....»»
Apple"s Butterfly keyboard repair program winds down this year
The last two models of 13-inch MacBook Pro with the infamous "butterfly" style keyboard, both from 2019, are still eligible for a free repair if you're having keyboard issues with them.Close-up view of a black and silver MacBook keyboard with focus o.....»»
New method for tracking water bodies improves security against extreme events
Surface water (SW) is crucial for life, ecosystems, and human activities, serving many functions from climate regulation to supporting biodiversity and agriculture. It's highly dynamic, influenced by climate change, land use alterations, and human in.....»»
With bites rare, experts want sharks to shed scary reputation
As the northern hemisphere edges toward spring and millions flock to the beach, headlines have dubbed the southeastern US state of Florida the world's most likely place to be bitten by a shark......»»
Victoria"s new habitat law fails to protect a tiny endangered species, say researchers
Australia's unique and diverse wildlife is a source of national pride and global fascination. But this reputation is marred by our country's alarming rate of species extinction......»»
New bioengineered protein design shows promise in fighting COVID-19
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists have been racing to develop effective treatments and preventatives against the virus. A recent scientific breakthrough has emerged from the work of researchers aiming to combat SARS-CoV-2, the virus re.....»»
Financial abuse from an intimate partner? Three ways you can protect yourself
Financial abuse occurs when one person takes control over another person's ability to acquire, use and maintain financial resources. An example is being denied access to your own funds or being forced to deposit your salary into a joint bank account.....»»
Australian Timor ponies have genetic diversity necessary for a breeding program, researchers find
Researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) collaborated with Australian geneticists to determine whether the country's population of Timor ponies are genetically diverse enough to support a designated bree.....»»
Stellar Cyber and Torq join forces to deliver automation-driven security operations platform
Stellar Cyber announced a technology partnership with Torq to help security teams dramatically improve their ability to combat advanced attacks. This partnership combines the power of Stellar Cyber Open XDR with Torq Hyperautomation, providing securi.....»»
Regula 4205D updates help border control authorities fight identity document fraud
The International Organization for Migration reports that the migrant flow has been steadily rising, with the numbers swelling from 153 million in 1995 to 281 million in 2022. Concurrently, the quality of counterfeit documents keeps advancing. Under.....»»
DataDome Ad Protect detects fraudulent ad traffic
DataDome launched DataDome Ad Protect, designed to combat fraudulent traffic affecting digital ad campaigns. This solution is set to transform how organizations manage and secure their online advertising efforts, ensuring that marketing budgets are s.....»»
Mining worker study: Key insights into the state of WA mining"s mental health
New findings from The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Program Landmark Study show reports of unwanted sexual attention and sexual coercion are decreasing, but being put down or condescended to based on gender and receiving offensive sexis.....»»
How guaranteed income affected a New Jersey city
In a report authored by the Center for Guaranteed Income Research (CGIR) at Penn's School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2), findings from the Paterson Guaranteed Income Pilot Program (GIPP) reveal connections between unconditional cash and recipient.....»»
EU passes landmark AI act, paving the way for greater AI regulation
While the AI act is a step in the right direction, the pace of innovation may still outstrip regulation.....»»