AirTags used to uncover fraud in Turkey relief donations
AirTags and Find My have revealed how items donated by Mexicans for earthquake relief in Turkey were instead resold in Mexico City markets.An AirTag on a keyringIn February, Apple's AirTags were used to uncover how Singapore's government was exportin.....»»
Scientists uncover the molecular mechanism behind pineapple peel coloration
Pineapple peel coloration, especially the red hue, significantly enhances its commercial and aesthetic value. However, the genetic mechanisms driving this trait are not well understood, complicating breeding efforts for red-skinned varieties......»»
Dynamic view of opioid receptor could refine pain relief
Effective pain relief without the debilitating side effects of traditional opioids is closer to becoming a reality thanks to a study by an all-RIKEN team into the structure and dynamics of a drug-bound opioid receptor......»»
Fighting AI-powered synthetic ID fraud with AI
Aided by the emergence of generative artificial intelligence models, synthetic identity fraud has skyrocketed, and now accounts for a staggering 85% of all identity fraud cases. For security professionals, the challenge lies in staying one step ahead.....»»
Day 2 Prime deals: Apple Watch SE 2 just $169, M2 iPad Air lowest price yet, AirPods from $69, AirTags, MacBooks, more
Day 2 of the is underway, and that’s you have about 12 hours left to score the price drops – this deals will be gone by day’s and quite possibly even before then. Alongside ongoing offers on Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, the latest SE 2 mo.....»»
Last call to grab an Apple AirTag for just $23.99 during Prime Day
Prime Day's AirTag deals have seen stockouts, but the single pack is available for $23.99. Or bring the average price per AirTag down with a 4-pack for $74.98.Save on AirTags for Amazon Prime Day.With summer travel in full swing, Apple AirTags can he.....»»
Research team develops method to design safer opioids
Opioid medications offer people relief from debilitating pain, but these drugs come with dangers: the risk for addiction, miserable withdrawal symptoms and the potential for fatal overdose. In a study appearing in ACS Central Science, researchers hav.....»»
Protecting one of the world"s most threatened marine animals
Researchers from Murdoch University's Harry Butler Institute have employed the latest genetic techniques to uncover critical breeding and reproductive knowledge about one of the world's most threatened marine animals—the sawfish......»»
New study highlights the alarming rise of telephone fraud targeting older adults in the UK
A new study by the University of Portsmouth has revealed that older adults in the UK, particularly those over the age of 75, are experiencing an unprecedented number of attempted telephone frauds. The research is published in the journal Internationa.....»»
Study shows naming farm animals reduces preschoolers" desire to eat them
Giving a chicken, turkey or pig a name and pointing out its individual qualities may change children's attitudes towards animals. It makes children perceive animals as more similar to humans. They will prefer to befriend the animals rather than eat t.....»»
Researchers ask English footballers about the traumatic impact of racial abuse—their answers are sobering
Despite the disappointing outcome of the 2024 men's Euros final for England, it's a relief that none of the team's ethnic minority players could easily be targeted for the result. However, the horrific racist abuse experienced by three of England's s.....»»
Peer review is essential for science. Unfortunately, it’s broken.
There's no incentive to fix the system, which was never designed to catch fraud anyway. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Rescuing Science: Restoring Trust in an Age of Doubt was the most difficult book I.....»»
CDK CEO pledges to compensate dealers after ransomware event
CDK CEO Brian MacDonald promised to dealers in a letter that they would receive "some financial relief" for interruptions stemming from the June 19 cyberattacks......»»
‘Hoodwinked’: Arkansas man suing Las Vegas dancer for $38.5M after alleged fraud scheme
‘Hoodwinked’: Arkansas man suing Las Vegas dancer for $38.5M after alleged fraud scheme.....»»
Telecoms companies now using scambaiting AI systems modelled on Lenny
A new breed of scambaiting AI systems are now being officially used by telecoms companies to protect their customers from fraud. The systems use more sophisticated versions of Lenny, a delightful simulation of a rambling old man keen to engage in len.....»»
Best prices of the year now live on AirPods Max at $150 off, AirPods Pro 2 $169, AirTags from $19, Twelve South gear, more
Okay folks, if you’re looking to score a new set of AirPods, today is the day to do it. AirPods Max are down at an unheard of $399 in new condition or $360 re-certified (at least $150 off), while the latest AirPods Pro 2 are now at $169 – one of.....»»
Deals: 11-inch M4 iPad Pro from $829 ($170 off), M2 MacBook Air $799, AirPods from $69, AirTags, more
Today’s best deals are headlined by up to $170 in savings on the most affordable M4 iPad Pro with pricing kicking off from $829. We then over move to what is easily one of the lowest prices we have ever tracked on the M2 MacBook Air starting at $79.....»»
Get 4 Apple AirTags for record low $74.98 ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2024
Save $25 on a 4-pack of Apple AirTags at Amazon, as Prime Day deals on Apple ramp up leading to next week's event.Save on AirTags for Amazon Prime Day.With summer travel in full swing, having a pack of Apple AirTags on hand can help you stay organize.....»»
Researchers discover a new form of scientific fraud: Uncovering "sneaked references"
A researcher working alone—apart from the world and the rest of the wider scientific community—is a classic yet misguided image. Research is, in reality, built on continuous exchange within the scientific community: First you understand the work.....»»
Gateway: The first lunar space station
An interplay of light and shadows cast the docking ports for Gateway, humanity's first space station around the moon, into sharp relief......»»
Deadly, record-breaking heat wave grips western US
A record-breaking heat wave continued to grip the western United States on Tuesday, smashing records and endangering lives with little relief in sight......»»