FDA, Pfizer abandon 2-shot COVID vaccine in kids under 5, citing new data
The vaccine maker and regulator will wait for data on a third shot, expected in April. Enlarge / A child getting a vaccination on February 19, 2021, in Bonn, Germany. (credit: Getty | Ute Grabowsky) The Food and Drug Administr.....»»
OpenAI will use Reddit posts to train ChatGPT under new deal
Reddit has been eager to sell data from user posts. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Stuff posted on Reddit is getting incorporated into ChatGPT, Reddit and OpenAI announced on Thursday. The new partnership grants OpenAI access.....»»
Data from MAXI J1820+070 shows Einstein was right about how matter plunges into a black hole
A team of astrophysicists from the University of Oxford, Newcastle University and the Institute of Astronomy, all in the U.K., working with a colleague from the University of Virginia, in the U.S., has found evidence showing that Albert Einstein was.....»»
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sues Meta, citing chatbot’s reply as evidence of shadowban
Presidential candidate believes Meta’s chatbot can reliably reveal shadowbans. Enlarge / Screenshot from the documentary Who Is Bobby Kennedy? (credit: whoisbobbykennedy.com) In a lawsuit that seems determined to ignor.....»»
Tesla"s March registrations fall 12% as rivals gain EV share, U.S. data shows
Overall, registrations for battery-electric vehicles rose 3.8% in March compared with the year-earlier month. Ford, Hyundai and Kia gained significant share in the EV segment, S&P Global Mobility said......»»
The 22 best YouTube videos for kids (May 2024)
Learning about personal hygiene, long division, and getting excited for the playground are among the best YouTube videos for kids in May 2024......»»
I tested two of the best antivirus services. Here’s which one you should get
Bitdefender vs Malwarebytes: Which Windows antivirus and security suite protects your data best and which offers the best value for the money?.....»»
Data-driven model rapidly predicts dehydrogenation barriers in solid-state materials
Researchers have developed a data-driven model to predict the dehydrogenation barriers of magnesium hydride (MgH2), a promising material for solid-state hydrogen storage. This advancement holds significant potential for enhancing hydrogen storage tec.....»»
Concerns over addicted kids spur probe into Meta and its use of dark patterns
EU is concerned Meta isn't doing enough to protect children using its apps. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Chesnot ) Brussels has opened an in-depth probe into Meta over concerns it is failing to do enough to protect ch.....»»
How to use Startup security in macOS to protect your Mac
There are several utilities you can use on your Mac to secure it at startup. Here's how to use them to keep your Mac and data safe.There are ways to shore up startup security in macOS. Computer security is an important topic in today's digital world.....»»
BreachForums, an online bazaar for stolen data, seized by FBI
An earlier iteration of the site was taken down last year; now its reincarnation is gone. Enlarge / The front page of BreachForums. The FBI and law enforcement partners worldwide have seized BreachForums, a website that.....»»
Tesla Cybertruck beats Rivian R1T in March registrations, but Ford leads in EV pickups
In its fourth month on sale, the Tesla Cybertruck had 1,158 registrations versus the Rivian R1T's 548. The Ford F-150 Lightning led the EV pickup segment with 2,893, S&P Global Mobility data showed......»»
Scholars discover rare 16th-century tome with handwritten notes by John Milton
Poet crossed out one racy passage, deeming it "an unbecom[ing] tale for a hist[ory]" Enlarge / John Milton citing Spenser on the recent history of Ireland in his 1587 edition of Raphael Holinshed's Chronicles. Note Milton's itali.....»»
Connected cars’ illegal data collection and use now on FTC’s “radar”
The regulator is warning OEMs to respect data privacy or it will get mad. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) The Federal Trade Commission's Office of Technology has issued a warning to automakers that sell connected cars. Co.....»»
John Milton’s handwritten notes make this 16th century history book a rare find
Poet crossed out one racy passage, deeming it "an unbecom[ing] tale for a hist[ory]" Enlarge / John Milton citing Spenser on the recent history of Ireland in his 1587 edition of Raphael Holinshed's Chronicles. Note Milton's itali.....»»
Proton Mail hands data to police again – is it still safe for activists?
Proton Mail is under fire for disclosing user data that led to the arrest of an activist in Spain. However, the secure email service may be still safe when used properly......»»
Core security measures to strengthen privacy and data protection programs
As privacy laws evolve globally, organizations face increasing complexity in adapting their data protection strategies to stay compliant. In this Help Net Security interview, Kabir Barday, CEO at OneTrust, emphasizes that embracing privacy by design.....»»
8 automakers misled customers about giving driver data to police, lawmakers say
The lawmakers' findings raise questions about whether automakers can be held to account for departing from promises made about user privacy......»»
How to ensure biodiversity data are FAIR, linked, open and future-proof
Within the Biodiversity Community Integrated Knowledge Library (BiCIKL) project, 14 European institutions from ten countries, spent the last three years elaborating on services and high-tech digital tools, in order to improve the findability, accessi.....»»
Study uncovers technologies that could unveil energy-efficient information processing and sophisticated data security
Advanced information processing technologies offer greener telecommunications and strong data security for millions, a study led by University of Maryland (UMD) researchers revealed......»»
Climate-change research project aboard USS Hornet paused for environmental review
The city of Alameda has indefinitely shut down the Marine Cloud Brightening Program—a study based out of the University of Washington and set up on the deck of the U.S.S. Hornet to utilize the San Francisco Bay's ideal cloudy conditions—citing co.....»»