Going incognito: How we can protect our privacy in the metaverse
There's no "incognito mode" in the metaverse to conceal personal information, but researchers are building a tool to protect users' privacy. There's no "incognito mode" in the metaverse to conceal personal information, but researchers are buildin.....»»
Can our stockpiles of Tamiflu protect against a bird flu pandemic?
Governments are banking on this old drug in the event of an H5N1 outbreak. Enlarge / A box and a tablet of Roche Pharmaceuticals' Tamiflu pills for influenza. (credit: Nikos Pekiaridis/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Since re.....»»
How diversity in heat tolerance can help protect coral reefs
New research out of Southern Cross University has found previously undocumented variation in coral heat tolerance on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, giving hope that corals' own genetic resources may hold the key for us to help in its recovery and ad.....»»
NASA data help protect US embassy staff from polluted air
United States embassies and consulates, along with American citizens traveling and living abroad, now have a powerful tool to protect against polluted air, thanks to a collaboration between NASA and the U.S. State Department......»»
Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to protect dolphins along the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to protect dolphins along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.....»»
The 15 best Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max cases for 2024
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the iPhone to get if you want all the bells and whistles. To protect your investment, consider buying a case. Here are our favorites......»»
Saturday Citations: Football metaphors in physics; vets treat adorable baby rhino"s broken leg
This week, researchers reported an effective way to protect working dogs from heat stress: training them to dunk their heads in cool water. A new computational technique provided a breakthrough in understanding the so-called "pseudogap" in quantum ph.....»»
I compared two of the most popular VPNs to see which is worth it
NordVPN and Proton VPN go head-to-head in my hands-on comparison to find out which privacy and video stream unblocking solution is best for you......»»
dbrand delivers the grippiest iPhone 16 case, ‘idiot-proof’ screen protector, Area 51 skin
“Definitely not a cult” dbrand has launched three new products for the iPhone 16 lineup to protect and uniquely style your new device. The Grip case offers the “world’s grippiest phone case™” with a free skin of your choice included, ther.....»»
Small "no-take zone" can help protect critically endangered hammerhead shark in Columbia
Researchers are advocating for a "no-take zone" off the coast of Colombia after one of the world's smallest and most threatened hammerhead species was found to do very little traveling outside of a Marine Protected Area in the region......»»
How plastic pollution poses challenge for Canada marine conservation
One of the largest producers of plastic waste per capita, Canada is struggling to protect its designated marine protected areas from this pollution, experts warn......»»
Differential privacy in AI: A solution creating more problems for developers?
In the push for secure AI models, many organizations have turned to differential privacy. But is the very tool meant to protect user data holding back innovation? Developers face a tough choice: balance data privacy or prioritize precise results. Dif.....»»
How to password protect a Word document
You can password protect any Word document in just a few steps. Here's how to do it quick and easily......»»
How scientists are keeping the Orion spacecraft safe from radiation
NASA's Orion spacecraft will need to protect astronauts from dangerous radiation when they visit the moon in the upcoming Artemis missions......»»
More governments are promising a "right to disconnect"—but psychology affects how well we can unplug from work
The idea of a "right to disconnect" from work is gaining traction worldwide, with countries like France and Spain enacting laws to protect workers from the demands of the digital age. The UK government has also indicated it will do the same......»»
Protect your brand new iPhone 16 in style with rugged cases from SUPCASE and I-Blason
Apple has just announced the new iPhone 16 lineup, and as you prepare to make your preorder, you want to make sure you also have a great case to go with it, to keep your new phone pristine. Trusted phone case makers SUPCASE and I-Blason are ready, wi.....»»
Discord end-to-end encryption rolling out today for audio and video calls
Discord end-to-end encryption (E2EE) is rolling out today for both audio and video calls. You can update to the latest mobile and desktop apps to get access to the privacy protection today. There are, however, some exceptions to strong encryption,.....»»
Fungi to the rescue: South African scientists use innovative approach to protect apple trees
Gardeners the world over dread the appearance of aphids on their plants. There are around 4,000 species of these sap-sucking insects and about 250 are pests that can wreak havoc on crops in a garden or orchard......»»
Instagram just got a lot safer for teens
New Teen Accounts help protect kids on Instagram and give parents more control over what their children see on the app......»»
Sourcepoint helps companies mitigate vulnerabilities across various privacy regulations
Sourcepoint announced significant enhancements to its compliance monitoring suite. These solutions are designed to help companies navigate the increasingly complex landscape of digital privacy laws and mitigate risks associated with the growing trend.....»»
Need to upgrade your storage? This Samsung 4TB hard drive is 44% off
Protect your data with the Samsung T7 Shield, a portable SSD that's on sale from Amazon with a $218 discount on its 4TB model -- you'll only have to pay $282......»»