Inequality in access to basic services is a major problem in sub-Saharan Africa—but progress is happening
Economic activity and development are unevenly distributed across regions of the world and within any country. In other words, where someone lives can determine their economic and social well-being......»»
Reddit share value rose 86%, but sales by CEO and COO saw reversal [U]
Redditors who took advantage of their privileged access to stock ahead of the IPO have seen Reddit share value rocket from $34 to $59.80 by yesterday’s close – an 86% increase. Update: Subsequent share sales by the company’s CEO and COO –.....»»
AI abuse and misinformation campaigns threaten financial institutions
Though generative AI offers financial firms remarkable business and cybersecurity utility, cyberthreats relating to GenAI in financial services are a consistent concern, according to FS-ISAC. Cybercriminals exploit AI for data exfiltration The cybers.....»»
Advanced cybersecurity strategies boost shareholder returns
Companies demonstrating advanced cybersecurity performance generate a shareholder return that is 372% higher than their peers with basic cybersecurity performance, according to a new report from Diligent and Bitsight. Boards under pressure to fortify.....»»
How to grant third-party apps Apple Music access in macOS
Subscribers of Apple Music can allow third-party apps to access the app and their music collection. Here's how to grant that access to other apps in macOS.Apple Music app icon for macOSApple Music on the Mac has a little-known feature that allows thi.....»»
Apple’s first new 3D Vision Pro video since launch is only a few minutes long
Major League Soccer highlight reel is the first Immersive Video since launch. All the available Immersive Video launch content fit on a small strip in the TV app......»»
Apple launches first ever Immersive Video sports film for Apple Vision Pro
Today, Apple is releasing its first ever sports film shot in Immersive Video format, which gives Apple Vision Pro users an engrossing 180-degree 3D video experience with Spatial Audio. The short film features highlights from the 2023 Major League.....»»
WWDC 2024 announced, DOJ sues Apple
Benjamin and Chance go deep on the Department of Justice vs. Apple suit, in which the DOJ alleges Apple’s iPhone monopoly is illegally maintained. In happier news, Apple announced the dates for WWDC 2024 where we expect to see major AI announcement.....»»
China has a big problem with super gonorrhea, study finds
Drug-resistant gonorrhea is a growing problem—one that doesn't heed borders. Enlarge / A billboard from the AIDS Healthcare Foundation is seen on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California, on May 29, 2018, warning of a drug-res.....»»
Direct and indirect consumption activities drive urban-rural inequalities in air pollution-related mortality in China
Household consumption in China is associated with substantial PM2.5 pollution through activities directly (i.e., fuel use) and/or indirectly (i.e., consumption of goods and services) causing pollutant emissions. Urban and rural households exhibit dif.....»»
Identifying tropane alkaloid types in Hyoscyamus niger L.
Researchers conducted a study on tropane alkaloids (TAs), crucial natural compounds found abundantly in various plant families. TAs, often toxins, include major ones like L-hyoscyamine, atropine, and scopolamine, each with distinct pharmacological us.....»»
We now know when Apple is adding RCS to the iPhone
Last year, Apple said it was adding RCS to the iPhone in late 2024. Now, we have a better idea of when exactly that's happening......»»
Progress and challenges on the road to net zero: Q&A
In early March, after years of deliberations, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced a new reporting requirement for U.S.-based public companies. Beginning in 2025, companies that meet a certain threshold of market value will be required by.....»»
How carbon removal fits into the architecture of EU climate policy
The EU has recently made far-reaching decisions on rapid greenhouse gas emissions reduction. For example, from 2027, like in the energy and industry sectors, it will also cap emissions in the problem sectors of heating and transport through emissions.....»»
Less affluent countries found to be more prone to damage caused by biological invasions despite lower trade volume
Non-native species introduced mainly via increasing trade of goods and services have huge economic, health, and environmental costs. These "biological invasions" involve the intentional or unintentional transport and release of species beyond their n.....»»
Venomous snakes could start migrating in large numbers if we hit 5ºC warming, predict scientists
A global group of scientists has predicted that climate change may cause dramatic movements in venomous snake populations across many countries in Africa. The scientists took into account climate change predictions about changes to the current habita.....»»
Chemists develop method to confirm mRNA vaccine stability
University at Albany researchers at the RNA Institute have developed a new method to test COVID-19 vaccine integrity that could allow anyone with basic skills in vaccine handling to detect expired vaccines quickly and effectively, without specialized.....»»
Faintest known star system orbiting the Milky Way discovered
A team of astronomers led by the University of Victoria and Yale University has detected an ancient star system traveling around our galaxy named Ursa Major III / UNIONS 1 (UMa3/U1)—the faintest and lowest-mass Milky Way satellite ever discovered,.....»»
Netflix’s 3 Body Problem is missing the one thing that made Game of Thrones great
Netflix's new hit series 3 Body Problem, David Benioff and D.B. Weiss' follow-up to Game of Thrones, falls short of greatness for one frustrating reason......»»
adiClub member? Catch a free 1-month trial of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
The Major League Soccer season began February 21, and for members of adiClub, you can now enjoy a free 1-month trial of Major League Season Pass on Apple TV. Keep reading below to learn more. more….....»»
YouTube will soon let you skip to the best part of a video
YouTube is testing a new feature that will allow users to quickly skip to the best part of a video with a single click. The post YouTube will soon let you skip to the best part of a video appeared first on Phandroid. The problem with some.....»»