How a 12-Ounce Layer of Foam Changed the NFL
Even the makers of the Guardian Cap admit it looks silly. But for a sport facing an existential brain-injury crisis, once unthinkable solutions have now become almost normal......»»
Scientists discover antlions" venom changed to adapt to their ecological niche
In a new study published in Communications Biology, researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology and the University of Giessen show that the adaptation of antlions to their ecological niche has also changed their venom......»»
The biggest-ever sample of core material from Earth"s mantle could have valuable clues into the origins of life
If you were to slice through it, you would see the Earth is divided into distinct layers. On top is the relatively thin crust where we live. Beneath that is the 2,900 km thick mantle layer. Then, enclosed within the mantle is the innermost metallic c.....»»
Recovery of rocks that originated in Earth"s mantle could reveal secrets of planet"s history
Scientists have recovered the first long section of rocks that originated in the Earth's mantle, the layer below the crust and the planet's largest component......»»
Fewer car journeys and more flights: How COVID-19 has changed the way we travel
Four years after the outbreak of COVID-19, the pandemic seems like a distant memory for many. Yet its impacts on our lifestyle today are often profound and long-lasting, with many researchers on a mission to quantify it across sectors......»»
Here"s how Curiosity"s sky crane changed the way NASA explores Mars
Twelve years ago, NASA landed its six-wheeled science lab using a daring new technology that lowers the rover using a robotic jetpack......»»
What’s the most popular iPad in 2024?
CIRP is out with a new report looking at iPad sales in the US for the June quarter. With the new iPad Pro and iPad Air refresh this spring, here’s what the firm’s data says is the most popular iPad and how what’s changed over the last year......»»
Illinois changes biometric privacy law to help corporations avoid big payouts
Possible damages payments dramatically lowered by change to 2008 Illinois law. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | imaginima) Illinois has changed its Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) to dramatically limit the financ.....»»
Stellar Cyber launches Multi-Layer AI platform to enhance threat detection
Stellar Cyber is introducing Multi-Layer AI, incorporating four distinct technologies — machine learning (ML), graph ML, generative AI, and hyper automation — into a single unified platform that reduces threat detection and response time. This ne.....»»
How iOS 18"s Web Eraser content-blocker morphed into a distraction-hiding tool
Apple has finally released its Web Eraser content blocker for Safari 18, albeit under the new name Distraction Control. Here's how the feature changed during development and why.Apple has renamed its previously-unannounced Web Eraser content blocker.....»»
App Review Guidelines changed to allow PC emulators for games
There have been months of confusion and controversy around game emulators on the App Store. Following the initial rejection of a PC emulator, Apple has today published new App Review Guidelines. The latest guidelines explicitly allow game downloads f.....»»
Scientists pin down the origins of the moon"s tenuous atmosphere
While the moon lacks any breathable air, it does host a barely-there atmosphere. Since the 1980s, astronomers have observed a very thin layer of atoms bouncing over the moon's surface. This delicate atmosphere—technically known as an "exosphere"—.....»»
ChatGPT: the latest news and updates on the AI chatbot that changed everything
The ChatGPT chatbot by OpenAI has taken the world by storm. Here's how to use it and everything you need to know about AI text generation with GPT......»»
Researchers discover graphene flakes in lunar soil sample
A study, published in National Science Review, reveals the existence of naturally formed few-layer graphene, a substance consisting of carbon atoms in a special, thin-layered structure......»»
The Google Pixel Watch 3 won’t play nicely with old Android phones
If you have an older Android phone, you might be unable to use the upcoming Google PIxel Watch 3. Here's what has changed since the Google Pixel 2......»»
Is that glass bottle of orange juice better for the planet than a plastic container?
Which packaging type for a 12-ounce, single-serve container of orange juice would you choose as the most sustainable option:.....»»
Whitepaper: DevSecOps Blueprint
In the DevSecOps Blueprint whitepaper, GitGuardian outlines a robust foundation for building an automated and technology-driven DevSecOps Program that addresses every aspect of the SDLC. Learn how your organization can embed security at every layer:.....»»
Net effects of man-made nitrogen attenuate global warming, researchers find
Nitrogen fertilizers and nitrogen oxides from fossil fuels are known for their environmental damage: they pollute the air and drinking water, lead to over-fertilization of water and land ecosystems, reduce biodiversity and damage the ozone layer......»»
New study supports stable mantle chemistry dating back to Earth"s early geologic history
A new analysis of rocks thought to be at least 2.5 billion years old by researchers at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History helps clarify the chemical history of Earth's mantle—the geologic layer beneath the planet's crust......»»
Vulnerability in Cisco Smart Software Manager lets attackers change any user password
Yep, passwords for administrators can be changed, too. Enlarge Cisco on Wednesday disclosed a maximum-security vulnerability that allows remote threat actors with no authentication to change the password of any user, in.....»»
Electric eels inspire novel “jelly” batteries for soft robotics, wearables
Another team built a lithium-ion battery with electrolyte layer that expands by 5,000%. Enlarge / Researchers have developed soft, stretchable "jelly batteries" that could be used for wearable devices or soft robotics. (credit: U.....»»