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Software developer Stephen Diehl on Signal's move to introduce support for cryptocurrency: Many technologists viscerally felt yesterday's announcement as a punch to the gut when we heard that the Signal messaging app was bundling an embedded cryptocu.....»»
Invasive species on the menu at London restaurant
A London restaurant is exploring whether eating invasive species such as gray squirrel, American Signal crayfish and Japanese knotweed could help fight their spread, but scientists remain skeptical......»»
Stack"s arrival signals renewed confidence in automated vehicle tech
Argo AI's demise symbolized the self-driving industry's struggles. The return of its founders in a new venture, Stack, may signal the industry's recovery......»»
Proud Boys on trial: Does remorse in court signal a change for this far right group? A psychologist reviews the research
When I watched the members of the US far-right group the Proud Boys from afar before and during the Capitol riots of January 6 2021, I thought their name was quite apt. They always seemed proud—arrogant, even—and entitled......»»
Researchers present novel principle for nitric oxide-mediated signaling in blood vessels
Although a simple molecule, nitric oxide is an important signal substance that helps to reduce blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. But how it goes about doing this has long been unclear. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden now pr.....»»
Glaciers could provide powerful new volcano monitoring tool
Glaciers could become a powerful tool for monitoring some volcanoes, according to new research that shows for the first time how the altitude of glaciers located on volcanoes could signal future unrest including the threat of an eruption......»»
August auto sales signal softening market
Auto sales in August increased to 1.33 million, up 17 percent over a year ago, but there are signs the market could be contracting......»»
The origin and functional diversification of the Pert-Arnt-Sim (PAS) domain—an intracellular sensor
Signal transduction and perception regulates biological activities to adapt to changing environments. The Pert-Arnt-Sim domains are commonly available sensors found across diverse receptors in bacteria, eukaryotes, and archaea. However, the extent of.....»»
Trojanized Signal, Telegram apps found on Google Play, Samsung Galaxy Store
ESET researchers have identified two active campaigns targeting Android users, where the threat actors behind the tools for Telegram and Signal are attributed to the China-aligned APT group GREF. Most likely active since July 2020 and since July 2022.....»»
Google removes fake Signal and Telegram apps hosted on Play
Before linking an account, be sure the app you're using is legit. Enlarge (credit: Mateusz Slodkowski/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Researchers on Wednesday said they found fake apps in Google Play that masq.....»»
Researchers develop oversampled channelization technology for radio astronomy wideband digital signal
The wideband receiving system of large radio observation equipment obtains a great number of real-time astronomical signals, and the signal preprocessing, transmission, processing and storage have become urgent issues in their operation......»»
How NASA Nearly Lost the Voyager 2 Spacecraft Forever
The space agency lost touch with the beloved spacecraft following a faulty command signal. Here’s how it happened—and how engineers worked to bring it back......»»
Hormone alters electric fish"s signal-canceling trick
During the rainy breeding season, the underwater "conversation" among electric fish changes. Fish revved up to make a match broadcast slightly different signals to advertise their presence and identify compatible mates......»»
Glucagon receptor structures uncover new arrestin interaction mechanism
G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are essential for cell signal transduction and constitute the largest drug target protein family. Upon agonist stimulation, these receptors activate multiple downstream transducers, including G proteins and arresti.....»»
Banks fined $549M for using personal iMessage, WhatsApp, and Signal accounts
Enforcement action by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has seen Wells Fargo and several other banks fined a total of $549M for using personal end-to-end encrypted messaging accounts to discuss company business. The SEC said senior bank.....»»
Banks fined $549M after senior execs found secretly texting on Signal, WhatsApp
Banks have been fined more than $2.5 billion for violating record-keeping laws. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Banks with employees covertly texting about official business on apps like Signal,.....»»
LG wireless M-Series TV tech: what do you need that for, dude?
The wireless signal transmission rolling out on the LG M-Series TVs has broad implications for the future of TV. Here's why......»»
MHZ9 modulates ethylene signaling at translational level in rice
Ethylene is a versatile gaseous plant hormone that plays an important role in rice growth, development, and environmental adaptation. Translational control allows the mRNA to be translated in an mRNA-selective, signal-responsive, and rapid manner......»»
NASA hears Voyager ‘heartbeat’ as it tries to reconnect with spacecraft
NASA has received a signal from Voyager 2 after accidentally losing contact with it, paving the way for an attempt to restore full communications......»»
NASA hears signal from Voyager 2 spacecraft after mistakenly cutting contact
After days of silence, NASA has heard from Voyager 2 in interstellar space billions of miles away......»»
NASA Detects "Heartbeat" from Voyager 2 Spacecraft after Losing Contact
A glitch may have silenced NASA’s Voyager 2 spacecraft until mid-October—but a “heartbeat” signal offers hope for reestablishing contact earlier.....»»