Chinese hackers have unleashed a never-before-seen Linux backdoor
SprySOCKS borrows from open source Windows malware and adds new tricks. Enlarge Researchers have discovered a never-before-seen backdoor for Linux that’s being used by a threat actor linked to the Chinese government......»»
China set to become worldwide leader in automated driving market volume by 2035
Amid a more tepid global outlook for autonomy, Chinese companies are emerging with the necessary formula to lead the world in market volume, according to S&P Global Mobility......»»
Android phones get PC webcam capabilities in the latest beta
Connect an Android "webcam" to Windows, Mac, Linux, or even another Android phone. Enlarge / The Pixel 7 Pro camera layout. Between the first two lenses, you can make out sensors for laser autofocus and a color sensor......»»
New developments in the accurate simulation of atmospheric carbon dioxide
The Chinese Academy of Sciences Earth System Model (CAS-ESM2.0), a sophisticated Earth modeling tool, has achieved a major breakthrough in fully coupled atmospheric CO2 simulation, as revealed in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences......»»
Generating homozygous mutant populations of barley microspores by ethyl methanesulfonate treatment
A new study combined expertise in barley genetics and genomics from the research group led by Dr. Ping Yang (Institute of Crop Sciences, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences) and that in barley microspore culturing led by Dr. Chenghong Liu (Biote.....»»
Researchers make progress in vector meson spin physics
A research team led by Prof. Wang Qun from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has made significant progress in the theoretical study of vector meson spin physics, specifically regarding t.....»»
Researchers reveal composition and regulatory mechanism of the nucleolar vacuole in C. elegans
A team led by Prof. Guang Shouhong and Prof. Feng Xuezhu from the University of Science and Technology (USTC) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) revealed, for the first time, the composition and regulatory mechanism of the nuclear vacuole in C......»»
Exploring the relationship between thermalization dynamics and quantum criticality in lattice gauge theories
Researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China(USTC) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have developed an ultra-cold atom quantum simulator to study the relationship between the non-equilibrium thermalization process and qua.....»»
Update your Apple devices now to fix these dangerous exploits
Three actively exploited vulnerabilities have just been discovered in a huge number of Apple devices. Update yours now to ensure it stays safe from hackers......»»
Why Americans can"t purchase cheap Chinese EVs
Logistics, safety protocols and politics, for now, are playing key roles......»»
Bridging the gap: New terrain smoothing method refines downslope windstorm modeling
Researchers from the UK Met Office, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences, have developed an advanced terrain-smoothing technique that significantly improves the modeling of downslope windstorms. This innovative approac.....»»
Scientists design fresh tomatoes suitable for mechanical harvesting
According to a study published in Nature Plants, Chinese scientists have elucidated the mechanism of fruit shape formation in tomatoes and have developed fresh tomatoes for mechanical harvesting......»»
Linux gives up on 6-year LTS kernels, says they’re too much work
Linux's six-year long-term support was meant to help embedded devices. (credit: Sean Nguyen) The LTS (long-term support) period for the Linux kernel is being cut down. In 2017, the kernel jumped from two years of support.....»»
Experiments on fossilized insects help reveal their true colors
A team of paleontologists and ecological scientists from Nanjing University, the Chinese Academy of Sciences and University College Cork, has found that it might be possible to estimate coloration for some fossilized insects using a new technique. In.....»»
Highly sensitive portable sensor developed for formaldehyde detection
Researchers led by Prof. Zhang Weijun from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have developed a highly sensitive portable laser absorption spectroscopy formaldehyde (HCHO) sensor using a compact spherical.....»»
1Password introduces mobile support for passkeys
1Password customers can now create, manage, and sign in with passkeys on a growing number of websites and apps, providing cross-platform access on iOS 17 and Android 14, as well as all major web browsers on Mac, Windows, and Linux. Later this fall, 1.....»»
U.S. lawmaker seeks details of Tesla ties with CATL
A senior Republican in Congress asked Tesla Tuesday to detail its relationship with Chinese battery manufacturer CATL amid concerns electric vehicle subsidies are flowing to foreign entities raising security concerns......»»
US says it has no evidence that Huawei can make advanced smartphones "at scale"
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo says the US government has no evidence that Huawei can produce smartphones with advanced chips "at scale," as it continues to investigate how the sanctioned Chinese manufacturer made an apparent breakthrough with its.....»»
Republican lawmaker seeks details of Tesla relationship with Chinese battery company CATL
A senior Republican in Congress asked Tesla Tuesday to detail its relationship with Chinese battery manufacturer CATL amid concerns electric vehicle subsidies are flowing to foreign entities raising security concerns......»»
New research unveils Pseudomonas cyclic lipopeptide medpeptin"s role in modulating plant immunity
A research study conducted by Hai-Lei Wei's research team at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China has revealed significant insights into the biosynthesis and modulation of plant immunity by a novel cyclic lipopeptide called medpeptin.....»»
iPhone versus Huawei battle back on; US National Security Advisor comments
The iPhone versus Huawei battle is back on in China, following the launch of the Mate 60 Pro (yeah, that’s not an iPod, despite appearances). Sales of the Chinese company’s smartphones plummeted last year, after US tech sanctions blocked it from.....»»