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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.....»»
From Arctic to Alps, icy exploration expands understanding of global warming
Microalgae in sediments signal what happened in the environment thousands of years ago, illuminating the range of future climate-change impacts......»»
Highly sensitive Raman probe detects enzyme expression in heterogeneous tissues
Raman imaging offers a greater potential for detecting multiple enzyme activities than fluorescence imaging, demonstrate Tokyo Tech researchers by developing 9CN-rhodol-based activatable Raman probes using a novel mechanism for Raman signal activatio.....»»
On social welfare, views in EU can surprise and emerging markets bring new perspectives
Public perceptions of "social Europe" signal support for more EU integration, while new welfare regimes abroad highlight a worldwide trend......»»
Scientists found a first-of-its-kind signal in the human brain
Scientists have discovered a never-before-seen novel signal in the brain. The signal was identified in a study published in January 2020. According to the study, … The post Scientists found a first-of-its-kind signal in the human brain appeared.....»»
Lossless light: Revisiting Raman gain and amplification in a silicon photonic platform
Stars emit light that travels through empty space without significant attenuation. The visual signal is essentially lossless until detected. After many years and billions of kilometers, starlight-photons may eventually encounter the earth's atmospher.....»»
Amazon is growing diamonds to use in quantum networks
AWS and De Beers team up on signal repeaters from diamonds fit for the brave new world of quantum networking......»»
9 tips to boost cell signal on Android and iPhone
We’ll show you how to get better cell reception and ways to increase your cell phone signal strength so you can stop running around looking for that extra bar......»»
Do Earth-like exoplanets have magnetic fields? Far-off radio signal is promising sign
Earth's magnetic field does more than keep everyone's compass needles pointed in the same direction. It also helps preserve Earth's sliver of life-sustaining atmosphere by deflecting high energy particles and plasma regularly blasted out of the sun......»»
Biologists develop new record bright red fluorescent protein
To understand why a cell divides, secretes hormones or transmits a signal to another cell, biologists often use a trick. They attach colored lights to the proteins of interest, so that they can follow the movements and interactions of those proteins.....»»
The search for the missing gravitational signal
Every year, hundreds of thousands of pairs of black holes merge in a cosmic dance that emits gravitational waves in every direction. Since 2015, the large ground-based LIGO, Virgo and KAGRA interferometers have made it possible to detect these signal.....»»
Novatek, Sitronix to hike DDI quotes by 10-15% in April
Taiwan's main display driver IC (DDI) suppliers, including Novatek Microelectronics and Sitronix Technology, are set to raise their quotes for some new offerings by 10-15% starting in April and will increase wafer starts with foundry partners, signal.....»»
The colors on these ancient pots hint at the power of an empire
Color plays a huge role in our lives—the hues we wear and decorate with are a way for us to signal who we are, where we're from, and what we care about. And it's been that way for a long time. In a new study in the Journal of Archaeological Science.....»»
Researchers identify cellular mechanism that improves olfactory function
Researchers from Osaka University found that Ca2+ signaling simultaneously performed signal amplification and olfactory adaptation. The results demonstrated that this mysterious phenomenon was segregated inside the cilium. A novel system was used to.....»»
Apple pumps the brakes on artificial intelligence
Apple slapped an age restriction on an email app with ChatGPT capabilities. Does this signal a slowdown of the generative AI arms race? Given LinkedIn is overflowing with marketers, investors, and tech bros shrieking excitedly about ChatGPT like fan.....»»
Signal CEO: We “1,000% won’t participate” in UK law to weaken encryption
The UK's Safety Online Bill would require Signal to police user messages. Enlarge / Signal app on a phone. (credit: Getty Images) The nonprofit responsible for the Signal messenger app is prepared to exit the UK if the c.....»»
This cool gadget adds emergency satellite messaging to any smartphone
This cool Bluetooth gadget adds satellite connectivity to your Android or iOS phone, so you can call for help in an emergency, even without a cell signal......»»
Researchers discover mysterious source of "heartbeat-like" radio bursts in a solar fare
A solar radio burst with a signal pattern, akin to that of a heartbeat, has been pinpointed in the Sun's atmosphere, according to a new study......»»
The world"s largest radio telescope just scanned 33 exoplanets for a signal from aliens
The Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST), located in China, is currently the world's largest and most sophisticated radio observatory. While its primary purpose is to conduct large-scale neutral hydrogen surveys (the most common ele.....»»
Signal transmission in the immune and nervous system through NEMO
A cascade of various events is required for the transmission of signals within cells. These include several modifications of proteins to switch their function on or off. In order to ensure rapid signal transmission, signaling proteins transiently acc.....»»
Montage Tech enters mass production of PCIe 5.0/CXL 2.0 retimer
China-based Montage Technology, dedicated to memory interface products and PCIe retimer chips, has recently kicked off volume production of its latest PCIe5.0/CXL 2.0 retimer, which adopts advanced signal conversion technology to boost signal integri.....»»