ChatGPT subscription cost could potentially double in a few years; OpenAI raising $7 billion
According to a report from The New York Times, OpenAI is planning on gradually increasing the price of ChatGPT+ over the course of the next five years. This information was obtained from internal documents that are being circulated to potential inves.....»»
Enzymes evolved mix-and-match characteristics to shape nitrogen metabolism diversity across the planet
To boost crops more efficiently in the future, the evolutionary past may hold key insights. The way that plants process nutrients has a rich back story—they rely on enzymes that have been evolving for billions of years. However, these enzymes are o.....»»
Neanderthal-human interbreeding lasted 7,000 years, new study reveals
A new analysis of DNA from ancient modern humans (Homo sapiens) in Europe and Asia has determined, more precisely than ever, the time period during which Neanderthals interbred with modern humans, starting about 50,500 years ago and lasting about 7,0.....»»
Floods, insufficient water, sinking river deltas: Hydrologists map changing river landscapes across the globe
A study in Science by researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and University of Cincinnati has mapped 35 years of river changes on a global scale for the first time......»»
Early Earth"s oceans of magma may have accelerated the moon"s departure
The Earth and moon have been locked in a gravitational dance for billions of years. Each day, as the Earth turns, the moon tugs upon the oceans of the world, causing the rise and fall of tides. As a result, the Earth's day gets a little bit longer, a.....»»
Virgin Galactic eyes possible expansion into Italy
US space tourism company Virgin Galactic announced Thursday it is exploring the possibility of opening a new base in Italy, potentially bringing crewed launches to Europe for the first time......»»
These JBL adaptive noise-cancelling headphones are only $60 today
The JBL Live 660NC Headphones use noise-cancelling to keep ambient sounds away from your music. And today, these cans only cost $60 when you order through JBL!.....»»
ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode adding video and screen sharing input (plus a Santa mode)
OpenAI has unveiled two new ChatGPT features today as part of its 12 days of OpenAI campaign. Notably, ChatGPT is learning how to include video input and screen sharing in voice conversation. And while the firm is feeling festive, there’s a fun new.....»»
Google steps into “extended reality” once again with Android XR
No pricing or availability, but there's new competition in headsets and glasses. Citing "years of investment in AI, AR, and VR," Google is stepping into the augmented reality mark.....»»
OpenAI introduces “Santa Mode” to ChatGPT for ho-ho-ho voice chats
An AI version of old St. Nick arrives as a seasonal character in popular chatbot app. On Thursday, OpenAI announced that ChatGPT users can now talk to a simulated version of Santa.....»»
Intel Arc B580 review: A $249 RTX 4060 killer, one-and-a-half years later
Intel has solved the biggest problems with its Arc GPUs, but not the timing. Intel doesn't have a ton to show for its dedicated GPU efforts yet. After much anticipation, many dela.....»»
Counting Uganda"s lions: We found that wildlife rangers do a better job than machines
Lions are a symbol of Africa's last wild places. It's a species central to many of the continent's cultures and religions. But lion populations have reportedly declined over the past 50 years, especially in parts of west and east Africa......»»
Image analysis highlights Aldabra Atoll"s remarkable shoreline resilience over 51 years
Despite sea level rise in the Western Indian Ocean, more than 60% of Aldabra Atoll's shoreline remained unchanged from 1960 to 2011, based on aerial and satellite image analysis. On average, the shoreline changed at a rate of 0.25 ± 0.36 meters per.....»»
One of world"s largest glacier floods triggered in Greenland
For the first time, scientists have observed the release of a massive glacial lake outburst in East Greenland, where more than 3,000 billion liters of meltwater were unleashed in just weeks. This rare, natural flooding event, witnessed by University.....»»
We must adjust expectations for the CISO role
Cybersecurity has become one of the most high-stakes facets of business operations in the past few years. The chief information security officer (CISO) role, once a back-office function primarily focused on technical oversight, has moved squarely int.....»»
Back where it started: “Do Not Track” removed from Firefox after 13 years
A brief history of the privacy you never really got. It might not ever be fully dead, but Firefox calling it quits on Do Not Track (DNT) is a strong indication that an idealistic.....»»
Polluting shipwrecks are the ticking time-bomb at the bottom of our oceans
At the bottom of the oceans and seas lie more than 8,500 shipwrecks from two world wars. These wrecks have been estimated to contain as much as 6 billion gallons of oil, as well as munitions, toxic heavy metals and even chemical weapons......»»
Conservationists have successfully restored tiger populations in Russia after 50-year absence
Conservationists have succeeded in restoring tiger populations in a region where they were virtually absent for more than 50 years in Russia. This restoration took place from 2012–2021 in the Pri-Amur region of Russia......»»
When do dogs enter old age? New study provides answers
A new study from the University of Liverpool has pinpointed the average age when dogs are considered by vets to be in "old age," providing insights that can help owners prepare for their pets' senior years......»»
BioShock 4 - everything we know about the next BioShock game
BioShock 4 was announced many years back, though recent news has been very scarce indeed. Here's what we know so far......»»
Relive Orion’s historic homecoming exactly two years ago
The mission effectively marked the start of NASA's ambitious Artemis program, which plans to return astronauts to the moon by the end of this decade......»»