Disney explores cutting costs through AI use
House of Mickey hopes AI will help control soaring TV and film production costs. Enlarge / The Disneyland castle in Anaheim, California. (credit: Getty Images) The Walt Disney Company has formed a task force to investiga.....»»
Real-time Linux is officially part of the kernel after decades of debate
Now you can run your space laser or audio production without specialty patches. Enlarge / Cutting metal with lasers is hard, but even harder when you don't know the worst-case timings of your code. (credit: Getty Images).....»»
Ford, Kia gain some traction in revamping China operations
Most global automakers, unable to match or catch up with China’s rapid shift to electrified vehicles, and losing market share, still seem to have no idea how to respond other than cutting production......»»
Study explores metabolic disruptions in Artemisia annua mutant strain
Artemisia annua is celebrated for its production of artemisinin, a powerful antimalarial agent. Although its glandular secretory trichomes have been the focus of extensive research, a complete understanding of their metabolic processes remains elusiv.....»»
Early Prime deal: This Tile Mate Bluetooth tracker costs less than a meal out
The Tile Mate Bluetooth tracker is the perfect way to keep an eye on all your devices and it's on sale now at Amazon for a steal of a price......»»
Book Review: A Return to the Creepy Tensions of ‘Area X’
In Absolution, Jeff VanderMeer explores the mysteries in his Southern Reach Trilogy.....»»
When will Deadpool & Wolverine be released digitally?
Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine will premiere on Disney Plus only after it finishes its glorious theatrical run and releases digitally. The latter is a key … The post When will Deadpool & Wolverine be released digitally? appeared first on B.....»»
Risk to jaguar habitat illuminates additional costs of drug war
Narco-trafficking activities threaten nearly 70% of Central American jaguar habitat, according to a new study led by The University of Alabama. The research is published in the journal Biological Conservation......»»
Scientists quantify energetic costs of the migratory lifestyle in a free flying songbird
Millions of birds migrate every year to escape winter, but spending time in a warmer climate does not save them energy, according to research by the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (MPI-AB). Using miniaturized loggers implanted in wild blackb.....»»
ABB"s PixelPaint robot tackles paint shop efficiency with precision
Amid rising demand for two-tone roofs, manufacturing facilities use ABB's robot to streamline production and reduce costs......»»
Reducing smartphone use found to increase work satisfaction
On average, we spend three and a quarter hours a day looking at our phones. Cutting back this time by one hour a day is not only good for our mental health, but also helps us to feel happier and more motivated at work......»»
Study finds mine-drainage treatment cost effective, but far more costs lay ahead
New research led by the University of Pittsburgh shows that state and federal appropriations allowing Pennsylvania to treat abandoned mine drainage works to both successfully and cost effectively clean up the acidic water—particularly to the benefi.....»»
DirecTV and Disney end blackout, claim they will offer better channel packages
Companies promise "more flexible options" for channel and streaming packages. Enlarge / TV camera during a game between the San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens on December 25, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (credit: Getty.....»»
Machine learning powers discovery of new cryoprotectants for cold storage
Scientists from the University of Warwick and the University of Manchester have developed a cutting-edge computational framework that enhances the safe freezing of medicines and vaccines......»»
Video: Why Canadian trash costs $30,000 per gram
How do you turn nuclear waste into a $30,000-per-gram commodity? Tritium, once discarded as a by-product of Canadian nuclear reactors, is now one of the most expensive materials on Earth. This rare isotope of hydrogen powers glow-in-the-dark keychain.....»»
The new smart ice maker from Govee is affordable and versatile
The GoveeLife Smart Countertop Ice Maker 1s costs just $170 yet is packed with premium features, including support for Matter, Alexa, and Google Assistant......»»
Trends and dangers in open-source software dependencies
A C-suite perspective on potential vulnerabilities within open-source dependencies or software packages reveals that, while remediation costs for dependency risks are perilously high, function-level reachability analysis still offers the best value i.....»»
NordPass vs. Proton Pass: best free and low-cost password manager
I went hands-on with NordPass and Proton Pass, two of the best password managers, comparing features and costs to help you make the right choice......»»
Daily 5 report for Sept. 13: The GM-Hyundai collaboration benefits could include cutting costs among others
We close the week with reaction to the announcement that General Motors and Hyundai Motor Co. are exploring cooperating across a range of technologies and vehicles. Though the two automakers offered few details and no time frames for any tie-ups, the.....»»
Don’t miss this limited time Disney Plus new subscriber deal
There's a great Disney Plus deal going on right now for just $2 per month for three months along with some great perks to enjoy as well......»»
The 2023 Motorola razr has a big discount right now
There’s no time like the present to save big on a cutting-edge phone. Today, you’ll save $300 when you order the unlocked 128GB 2023 Motorola razr at Best Buy!.....»»