Deindustrialization as fact and fiction
The declining importance of manufacturing in rich societies is associated with deep concerns, but also with the hope of opening up new opportunities for economic development. As a result, predictions of a structural change from an industrial to a ser.....»»
If warp drives are impossible, maybe faster-than-light communication is still on the table?
I'm sure many readers of Universe Today are, like me, fans of the science fiction genre. From the light sabers of "Star Wars" to the neuralyzer of "Men in Black," science fiction has crazy inventions aplenty and once science fiction writers dream it,.....»»
Why it’s the perfect time to reflect on your software update policy
The threat landscape is evolving by the minute, with both malicious actors and well-intentioned researchers constantly on the hunt for new attack vectors that bypass security controls and gain control of systems and applications. In fact, thousands o.....»»
Crowd-sourced fact-checking fights misinformation in Taiwan
New Cornell University research finds while journalists and professional fact-checkers struggle to keep up with the deluge of misinformation online, sites that rely on loosely coordinated contributions from volunteers, such as Wikipedia, can help fil.....»»
A radically new view on dwarf galaxies surrounding the Milky Way
Commonly thought to be long-lived satellites of our galaxy, a new study now finds indications that most dwarf galaxies might, in fact, be destroyed soon after their entry into the Galactic halo......»»
Unlocking the connection between science fiction and patents
Imagine diving into the world of futuristic stories where spaceships soar and gadgets do incredible things. Now, think about how those ideas become real things we use. Camilla Hrdy, professor of intellectual property law, and her co-author, former Ak.....»»
The universe can"t hide behind the Zone of Avoidance any longer
Our view of the cosmos is always limited by the fact we are located within a galaxy filled with interstellar gas and dust. This is most dramatically seen in the central region of the Milky Way, which is filled with so much dust that it is sometimes r.....»»
AMD isn’t competing with Intel anymore — Threadripper just wins
AMD's new Threadripper 7000 CPUs put up insane performance, but it's the fact that you can actually buy them that stands out......»»
The FCC says new rules will curb SIM swapping. I’m pessimistic
SIM swaps and port-out scams are a fact of life. New rules aren't likely to change that. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Panuwat Sikham) After years of inaction, the FCC this week said that it's finally going to protect.....»»
7 worst sci-fi movie endings of all time
Have you ever seen science fiction films go completely off the rails at the end? These are the seven worst sci-fi movie endings of all time......»»
Fact Check: Fox News Reported that Trump"s Mar-a-Lago Club Received Foreclosure Notice from Deutsche Bank?
Fact Check: Fox News Reported that Trump"s Mar-a-Lago Club Received Foreclosure Notice from Deutsche Bank?.....»»
Scientists suspect there"s ice hiding on the moon, and a host of missions from the US and beyond are searching for it
Building a space station on the moon might seem like something out of a science fiction movie, but each new lunar mission is bringing that idea closer to reality. Scientists are homing in on potential lunar ice reservoirs in permanently shadowed regi.....»»
It sounds like science fiction. But we can now sample water to find the DNA of every species living there
Figuring out what species live in an ecosystem, and which ones are rare or just good at hiding is an essential way to understand and care for them. Until now, it's been very labor intensive......»»
Best Wearables – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Here are the best wearables to gift during the 2023 holiday season. The post Best Wearables – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on Phandroid. There is no denying the fact that technology has improved and evolved exponentially in.....»»
Organizations should prepare for the inevitability of cyberattacks on their infrastructure
Organizations reliance on technology has contributed to the fact that their attack surface has grown in size and complexity, according to Armis. Global organizations are facing an unprecedented level of cyber risk due to blind spots in their environm.....»»
3 sci-fi movies on Paramount+ you need to watch in November
Finding non-Star Trek science fiction films to watch on Paramount+ is becoming a chore, but we've got three sci-fi movies that you need to watch in November......»»
3 sci-fi movies on Peacock you need to watch in November
You'll have to look really hard to find great science fiction on Peacock, but we've found three sci-fi movies that you need to watch in November......»»
People dig deeper to fact-check social media posts when paired with someone who doesn"t share their perspective: Study
People fact-checked social media posts more carefully and were more willing to revise their initial beliefs when they were paired with someone from a different cultural background than their own, according to a study my collaborators Michael Baker an.....»»
"Scavengers Reign" is the best sci-fi show of 2023
With stunning animation, a fascinating alien planet, and a smidge of existential dread, "Scavengers Reign" on Max is a must-watch. Watch of the week review. In a year where buzzy science-fiction franchises like Star Wars and Marvel have deliver.....»»
"Scavengers Reign"s alien ecosystems are things of beauty
'Scavengers Reign' co-creator Joe Bennett discusses Vesta's real-world inspirations and secret alien names. When it comes to science fiction onscreen, there are some worlds you want to get lost in and others that fill you with deep fear. With t.....»»
Cultural artifacts serve as "cognitive fossils," helping uncover the psychology of the past
No two societies in history think exactly alike. In fact, the mindset of a given society throughout history can help historians unpack important clues about the effects of psychological shifts—such as more social trust or more openness......»»