Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder—but Memorability May Be Universal
Researchers showed real people and a neural network the same art—and they all found the same images memorable. What does that mean for artistic expression?.....»»
Browser synchronization abuse: Bookmarks as a covert data exfiltration channel
Two universal and seemingly innocuous browser features – the ability to create bookmarks (aka “favorites”) and browser synchronization – make users’ lives easier, but may also allow hackers to establish a covert data exf.....»»
New report reveals Universal Credit prevents recipients from accessing training to improve employment opportunities
Persistent obstacles are preventing people on Universal Credit (UC) from accessing training which could improve their career prospects, make savings to the UK Government in reduced benefit payments, and achieve the Government's Levelling Up agenda......»»
Orders for LEO satellites buoy UMT gross margin
High-frequency microwave device maker Universal Microwave Technology (UMT) has reported gross margin hit a record high of 47% in June......»»
South Carolina lawmakers want to banish abortion talk from the Internet
Experts say the abortion bill could lead to more states restricting free speech. Enlarge (credit: UCG / Contributor | Universal Images Group) While YouTube has started deleting videos promoting false information on abortion, t.....»»
This sleek beauty line brings the magic of French drugstore brands to the U.S.
Garance Doré, one of the original style bloggers, has launched a simple, pared-down line of three classic products. Growing up in Paris, I relished my mother’s visits to the pharmacy. While she picked up prescriptions, I’d browse t.....»»
SPIL and USI cut into supply chain for new wearables
Siliconware Precision Industries (SPIL) and Universal Scientific Industrial (USI), both under ASE Technology Holding, have cut into the supply chains for the upcoming Apple Watch and wearables based on Qualcomm's just-unveiled SoC platforms, accordin.....»»
The TikTok beauty filters that will teach you how to apply makeup
When you hear "beauty filters," you probably think of the typical TikTok and Instagram filters that add makeup and sometimes alter your facial features, all in the pursuit of a prescribed beauty standard. Grace Choi's beauty filters don't do that &md.....»»
UMT rosy about devices used in LEO satellites
Microwave, mmWave communication device and antenna maker Universal Microwave Technology (UMT) is optimistic about potential demand for such products used in low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, according to company founder and president Wu Tung-yi......»»
Universal UK school-based mindfulness training to boost teen mental health probably not warranted
School-based mindfulness training, universally applied across the UK in a bid to boost teen mental health and well-being, probably isn't warranted, suggest the results of a cluster of 5 studies, published online in a special issue of Evidence Based M.....»»
Researchers defeat facial recognition systems with universal face mask
Can attackers create a face mask that would defeat modern facial recognition (FR) systems? A group of researchers from from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Tel Aviv University have proven that it can be done. “We validated our adversaria.....»»
WhatsApp releases beta version of its new macOS app built with Catalyst
WhatsApp has reportedly been working on a new universal app for macOS and iPadOS since last year. Now it seems that this app is finally getting closer to an official launch as WhatsApp has just released a beta version of its new macOS app built on C.....»»
Simplifying legal entity identification in the digital age
As the world’s legal entities rush to digitize their processes and transactions, confidence in digital authenticity is in short supply. Thankfully, a single, open and universal protocol that will enable legal entities everywhere to verify the authe.....»»
Cyberboard R2 Le Smoking review: A $700 keyboard that’s somehow worth it
What's the price of beauty? Around $700 if the cool Cyberboard R2 Le Smoking keyboard is anything to go by......»»
Calculating the positive impact of electric car adoption
We calculate that 2 million EVs equates to 20,000 fewer deaths from climate change. Enlarge / A row of Tesla EVs charging at one of the company's Supercharger fast charging locations. (credit: Don and Melinda Crawford/UCG/Universal Ima.....»»
Video: The new Large Hadron Collider beauty VELO
The Vertex Locator (VELO) was installed at the LHCb experiment in May 2022, just in time for the start of the third LHC run, on 5 July, marking the end of 15 years of development and construction......»»
Perceptions of happy and sad music may not be universal across cultures, new research finds
New research led by Western Sydney University has found that perceptions of major and minor chords and melodies—what Western culture commonly thinks of as "happy music" and "sad music"—may not be universal and is likely the result of culture-depe.....»»
Avoiding USB-C on iPhones may get harder for Apple as Brazil considers mandate
Brazil joins EU and efforts from US politicians in universal charger push. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Brazil is the latest country to consider making USB-C charging a requirement for smartphones. On Tuesday, Anatel, Brazil's Nat.....»»
Apple brings its universal Gift Card to select European countries
Almost two years after Apple introduced its all-in-one Gift Card in the States, users in the UK, France, and certain other countries in Europe can now buy it.In what's becoming practically an annual event, Apple first launched its universal Gift Card.....»»
Today"s Wordle Answer #371 – June 25, 2022 Word Solution And Hints
Today's Wordle, number 371, is somewhat in the eye of the beholder, however sinister that may be. Today's Wordle, number 371, is somewhat in the eye of the beholder,.....»»
How to use Universal Control on Mac and iPad
Universal Control lets you use your Mac’s mouse and keyboard on your iPad without missing a beat. Here’s how to use Universal Control for multitasking......»»